Life

[av8tor152d]

So yeah been a while since I have been active on the boards here, I miss the brotherhood on a daily basis.

With my recent career change, divorce, and working on my degree I just seem to not find much time for hobbies.

Did some thinking the last couple days and realized I am just not happy with my new career, yeah its great money I am making more now than I would have ever made in the Army. That and I don't like not having the time to enjoy reading the boards here as well.

I found CA on my last deployment, spent many a nights lurking in chat meeting new people and making friends that even though I have never met I would not hesitate to throw a 5er into a box and mail half way across the world for. Something has to be said about the quality of the people that make this a home for so many yet make it feel personal to each and every member. From the Troop supporters to the MAW gangs, and yeah even the MASSHOLES.

Guess the reason I am writing this is everyone here is family to me, family that has helped me through the last almost 3 years of my life. If I could I would love to personally thank every one of the members here.

The other reason I am writing this is that well family always shares news and such with each other and well I have thought long and hard over my career change I have come to the decision that I will only be happy serving as a member of our Armed forces so today I made some calls to see about going back on active duty. I should have an answer within the next week as to if they will take me back on active duty.

Just wanted to share yet another change in the life of "Chief" and ask that all of you send some good mojo or whatever you choose that the Army says come home brother.

Thanks for reading my rants and light one up!

[pnoon]

Best of luck to you, Jason.

No matter where life takes you, you CA family will be here for you.

[icehog3]

Best of luck to you, Jason.

No matter where life takes you, you CA family will be here for you.

I couldn't have said it better, so I will just quote. Best of luck always, Jason. :salute:

[Wanger]

Good luck on your journey and this latest quest, Chief.

[kelmac07]

Jason..best of luck in whatever your ventures are brother!!

[14holestogie]

Life is too short to not do something you can be passionate about.

Best of luck on your journey, Jason.

[Volt]

Best of luck and I hope you can get back in. I barely mentioned it to you way back when, but I have never met a person that got out that did not regret it within a year. As now a retiree in the "real world", they can have it. The BS in the civilian jobs is unreal compared to the military. I'd still be if it wasn't for that 3 mile run every year the Navy makes us do :r

If I wanted to be Army - I would have joined.

[68TriShield]

Good luck and thank you Jason!

[shilala]

God bless you in whatever you decide, my brother.
I'm glad you're following your heart. :tu

[macpappy]

So yeah been a while since I have been active on the boards here, I miss the brotherhood on a daily basis.

With my recent career change, divorce, and working on my degree I just seem to not find much time for hobbies.

Did some thinking the last couple days and realized I am just not happy with my new career, yeah its great money I am making more now than I would have ever made in the Army. That and I don't like not having the time to enjoy reading the boards here as well.

I found CA on my last deployment, spent many a nights lurking in chat meeting new people and making friends that even though I have never met I would not hesitate to throw a 5er into a box and mail half way across the world for. Something has to be said about the quality of the people that make this a home for so many yet make it feel personal to each and every member. From the Troop supporters to the MAW gangs, and yeah even the MASSHOLES.

Guess the reason I am writing this is everyone here is family to me, family that has helped me through the last almost 3 years of my life. If I could I would love to personally thank every one of the members here.

The other reason I am writing this is that well family always shares news and such with each other and well I have thought long and hard over my career change I have come to the decision that I will only be happy serving as a member of our Armed forces so today I made some calls to see about going back on active duty. I should have an answer within the next week as to if they will take me back on active duty.

Just wanted to share yet another change in the life of "Chief" and ask that all of you send some good mojo or whatever you choose that the Army says come home brother.

Thanks for reading my rants and light one up!

If for some strange reason the Army doesn't want you back, check out the other services. When I was in the Coast Guard a lot of the good helo pilots I knew were ex-Army.

[macpappy]

Best of luck and I hope you can get back in. I barely mentioned it to you way back when, but I have never met a person that got out that did not regret it within a year. As now a retiree in the "real world", they can have it. The BS in the civilian jobs is unreal compared to the military. I'd still be if it wasn't for that 3 mile run every year the Navy makes us do :r

If I wanted to be Army - I would have joined.

Three miles? How many trips around the flight deck of a carrier is that?

[Sailchaser]

Jason,
There is a constant journey with new doors opening daily and hopefully one of those doors will make you happy. You'll find that happiness and serenity just give it a little time

[massphatness]

Good luck, my friend, whatever you ultimately decide. I truly miss seeing you around here ... in a very masculine, non-sexual sort of way, of course. :D

:mh

[RevSmoke]

God's blessings to you as you work through these decisions in your heart, mind, and ultimately in your life.

God grant you peace.

[Volt]

If for some strange reason the Army doesn't want you back, check out the other services. When I was in the Coast Guard a lot of the good helo pilots I knew were ex-Army.

Hehe, actually it's 1.5 miles twice a year.....For anything over 500 feet - I own a motorcycle.

[av8tor152d]

Good luck, my friend, whatever you ultimately decide. I truly miss seeing you around here ... in a very masculine, non-sexual sort of way, of course. :D

:mh

See what I mean about them MASSHOLES.

[fissure]

Keep your head up Jason:banger

[Skywalker]

Good Luck!!!:tu

We'll be here when you need us!!!

[kaisersozei]

If for some strange reason the Army doesn't want you back, check out the other services. When I was in the Coast Guard a lot of the good helo pilots I knew were ex-Army.

Good advice. And I'm hearing lots of recruitment ads on the radio for the Coast Guard back here in Virginia.

[icantbejon]

Well Jason, I can only wish you the best of luck. Knowing my luck, I'll end up following in your footsteps in a few months anyway.

It was a very short lived civilian career for you.

[s0leful0ne]

Best of Luck man. Havent heard from you since the trip. Glad you're making moves.

and i miss ya (in a strictly hetero way)

[av8tor152d]

Well Jason, I can only wish you the best of luck. Knowing my luck, I'll end up following in your footsteps in a few months anyway.

It was a very short lived civilian career for you.

Its just not the same at least for me. I like the unknown
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[ahc4353]

Wishing you nothing but the best my friend.

[bobarian]

Good luck, Jason. May you find what you seek.

[replicant_argent]

If it feels like the right path, and you don't feel right when you aren't in the Service, you know you are doing the right thing, Jason.

Much respect from here, bud.

[Blueface]

Good luck and hope things work out as you wish.

[icantbejon]

Its just not the same at least for me. I like the unknown
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I hear ya...I've come to love this crazy army lifestyle myself. I'm really not looking forward to civilian life next year.

[av8tor152d]

Update,

Well seems things happen for a reason, As I was waiting for an answer from the Army on if I could get back in I recieved a job offer from Aranea Solutions, ( a Govt contractor ), which would kinda mean if I get the position it would be the best of both worlds. Staying a civilian but at the same time working with Army Aviation on a daily basis. Keep your fingers crossed the interview went great and they have 3 positions they are filling, All which I can fit into.

Thanks for reading!

[GoodFella]

good luck with every thing. once things settle down you can make a herf. we missed you at ybor this year.

[awsmith4]

Best of luck Jay, I will keep my fingers crossed and you in my thoughts and prayers. :tu

[St. Lou Stu]

Good Luck with the Aranea position man!

Good to see you around again!

[CBI_2]

Prayers for a great and happy future for you Jason.

[gettysburgfreak]

Best of luck getting back in! Thank you for your willingness to serve our country

[bleedingshrimp]

Thank you for your service, and good luck in your endeavors.

[White97Jimmy]

I know what you mean.

Welcome, White97Jimmy.
You last visited: 09-28-2009 at 12:12 PM

It's been a while for me too! My job has had me traveling a ton. I spent more nights sleeping in hotels than in my own bed in October. I'm actually sitting in my hotel room right now (watching the Red Wings, thank goodness the hotel has that on!) and catching up on a TON of posts from CA. I don't even recognize most of the people on here!

[tobii3]

Whichever way it rolls, you know you'll always be welcome in my hooch and my humi will ALWAYS be open to ya!!

Now, if you DO come back on the first string, we've got a li'l "sumpin sumpin" goin on East of A and I...would love to see ya again on the field!!!

:tu