The post whore thread.

[theGinsue]

Hey Ginsue! How's your hammer swingin? (that sounds stangely sexual...)

In the past 3 days I've swung the hammer more than 100 times (closer to 125). We've been the target of Russian spambots. They're keeping me busy!

[theGinsue]

Well, there was some damn auto correct going on, that's for sure. You didn't blow anything. I was asking because I've not heard the phrase "how's the hammer hanging?" before, so I wasn't sure if it was in reference to something (which I must have missed) or if you are just a hip dude and I'm not update on my greeting slang.

I assure you that the tone of my response was all smiles.

Funny because there has been a bit of confusion around here lately surrounding my new title as well. More than one person thought it came from an exchange on here and started looking back through pages to see what they missed. Rest easy my friend.

Whew. I thought I missed something. I know I can be a dick and all, but I thought we were cool...good to know I was right.

"I wasn't sure if it was in reference to something (which I must have missed) or if you are just a hip dude and I'm not update on my greeting slang."

-- Duuuude. You KNOW I'm hip, but the term is (sadly) at least as old as I am. Let's not dwell on my age, shall we?!)

"Funny because there has been a bit of confusion around here lately surrounding my new title as well. More than one person thought it came from an exchange on here and started looking back through pages to see what they missed.

Then your NEW, new title should really drive 'em nuts.

[theGinsue]

Online now as I listen in on online SERE traiing for an upcoming trip.

[airborneranger]

If you figure it out, let me know. I've been retired for 9 years - working as a DoD contractor since then in 1 of the fields I worked while AD. I DO NOT enjoy what I do yet I don't know what else to do that would keep my wife living in the lifestyle to which she has grown accustomed. Apparently, the VA doesn't have a vocational training program for "Independently Wealthy" so I never bothered with those programs.

If you make it back here, PLEASE let me know. I've been wanting to meet you for a few years.

Absolutely!!

I just need to figure out this post Army life. I have been dreaming of this day forever and now that it is here, I don't know what do with myself - LOL. Plenty of offers to jump into the corporate world. This will bring in plenty of $$$ but I am not sure I want it. Maybe I could work at Wally World.

[airborneranger]

Online now as I listen in on online SERE traiing for an upcoming trip.

LMAO!!!

Where we just talking about that today in our office!!

[fly boy]

it was afternoon when I posted that

Ginsue and Ranger - I'm coming up on my decision and will have had 12 years it. Between the New EPR system, my career field, and where the military headed the past 3 years, I don't think its for me any more. how hard is it/will it, be to transition to a Civilian job, and how hard is it to find a good paying job without a degree?

[airborneranger]

it was afternoon when I posted that

Ginsue and Ranger - I'm coming up on my decision and will have had 12 years it. Between the New EPR system, my career field, and where the military headed the past 3 years, I don't think its for me any more. how hard is it/will it, be to transition to a Civilian job, and how hard is it to find a good paying job without a degree?

That is going to be the issue. However, in my opinion, the Army is doing a much better job at helping our Soldiers transition to a civilian career field. Could it be better? Of course it could be, but it is much better than when I first joined up.

There are jobs out there for folks who are willing to work. I find that many folks who leave the service are shocked to find out how hard they are required to work and how easy they are let go. Have a good attitude and be prepared to work for it.

Good luck!!!

[HoneyBadger]

In the past 3 days I've swung the hammer more than 100 times (closer to 125). We've been the target of Russian spambots. They're keeping me busy!

Mtn.man is a Russian Spambot?

[HoneyBadger]

Then your NEW, new title should really drive 'em nuts.

Ya know what drives me nuts? The steering wheel in me pants!

[HoneyBadger]

it was afternoon when I posted that

Ginsue and Ranger - I'm coming up on my decision and will have had 12 years it. Between the New EPR system, my career field, and where the military headed the past 3 years, I don't think its for me any more. how hard is it/will it, be to transition to a Civilian job, and how hard is it to find a good paying job without a degree?

It really depends what you want to do. One of my airmen is separating after 8 years of service and he's getting picked up by a denfense contractor. Even including BAH and benefits, he'll be making about $20k more a year with the new gig. He has an associates degree in art or something... basically a worthless degree. It's all about who you know.