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kachingchingpow · 09-08-2006, 12:34

I've lurked long enough, time to jump in and offer my respects to all of you that *have*, and are *still* fighting the good fight. And a proper tip of the hat to you guys in the pipe-line.

The better part of my time in was spent with the 20th group in MD, prior to heading to GA in pursuit of employment.

Still have good friends that I've kept in touch with since AIMC, and SFQC. Some downrange, some retired. I go back to Fayetteville every so often to visit my old buds and toss back a brew or three.

Outside of work, I'm doing as much as I can with my son and daughter. Very active with their education and youth athletics. They go hunting and fishing, general outdoor stuff with me alot (probably to their mother's chagrin). Basically trying to cultivate 2 responsible people that are well rounded in all respects.

I won't have anything to contribute in the BTDT category, but there are a few things that I might like to chat about. I've done quite a bit of wrastleing and boxing. Actually I've trained with some pretty high caliber NHB and muay thai fighters, and taught muay thai here in GA for a short period of time. Love talking bear-pit stuff.

One day I'll have to broach the skydiving topic. I haven't jumped in 12 years, but did so every weekend that I could for 5. Had to give it up when I started travelling 90% for work. It became impossible to progress my RW skills at the rate of my every-weekend peers. It's hard for me to justify doing it while my kids are at the age they are. Just no need for that risk. I dream about it constantly though

kinetik · 09-08-2006, 13:59

I wouldn't say FBI is my main goal in life because if I had to choose between SF and FBI, I would choose SF in a heartbeat. SF is my absolute main goal to accomplish and I probably will stay in it until death or retirement after reading your advices.

Thank you for your comments.

deanwells · 09-09-2006, 02:49

If you do in fact decide on going SF, you must do it 100%. You must be ready to be put through things you may never experience anywhere else. There is no such thing as a part time SOF warrior.

Good Luck and listen to what these warriors prior to my reply are telling you.
They are not over-inflating the truths about this lifestyle and mindset.

DOL

incommin · 09-09-2006, 12:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by kinetik

I wouldn't say FBI is my main goal in life because if I had to choose between SF and FBI, I would choose SF in a heartbeat. SF is my absolute main goal to accomplish and I probably will stay in it until death or retirement after reading your advices.

Thank you for your comments.

Kinetik, I can not read minds but this last statement doesn't ring true. Why SF? Why 10 years? Is that when you will be hitting the max age to become an FBI agent? As an old career soldier who has spent the past 17 years in law enforcement, my advice is to get some experience in law enforcement and then apply to the FBI. Don't waste the Army's time and money.

MaddMike275 · 09-10-2006, 08:47

First off hello to everyone and thanks for the chance be a guest here. Awesome site. I was in Cco 2/75 for three years RS class 3-02, (yeah,yeah I know 'another ******* ranger'), ets'd in October of '03 to attend college in Hawaii, joined the reserves for the extra college money. Got mobilized with the ******** and came to my senses about how much I miss being a part of something that was worth a damn and with people who give a damn (two things sorely lacking within my reserve unit). I'm currently in the process of leaving the reserves and getting back on active duty to work my way to SF. I appreciate what you guys have done by taking the time and effort not just to set up a site like this but to allow people outside of your community to share it. I plan to learn as much as I can while I'm working towards my goals and expect this to be a very frequent stop.

This is not the barracks. If you want to work your way to SF you can start with showing a little Situational Awareness by realizing kids also read these posts. Expand your vocabulary and you will expand your time on this site-or not, it's your choice: Jack Moroney

Mike
RLTW

Matta mile · 09-10-2006, 16:10

Hi MaddMike 275.
Nice to have you on board. Glad you filled out your profile and thanks for your contribution!
While it has been a long time since I have been your age, it is to your credit that you recognize that being a part of something much bigger than you, inspite of the sacrificies, you can serve our country as well as achieving a personal level of meaningful purpose (in that order). The enormous value in being able to contribute to the greater good is one of the highley esteemed and coveted rewards that the SF opportunity holds for those who qualify and can fit in.
I am a Ranger in tab only however, it is my personal opinion that if you can think "out of the box" and more importantly, do it on your own as well as with others you will have meaningful relationship with SF. There are many "QP's" here that far exceed my personnal team time and experience, they have much to offer, so "listening" is a good thing.
Best wishes to you in your endeavors to recapture AD status and pursuit of a contribution to our nation through the SF venue, you will find no other experience like it in all of the world.
MM

**The Reaper** · 09-10-2006, 16:32

Read the large words in the upper right hand corner.

Think about the meaning of being a "Quiet Professional". Conduct yourself accordingly.

TR

reillo584 · 09-10-2006, 17:26

Hi, I'm SPC. Eduardo Reillo, at this time I'm serving Active duty. I'm in the process of finishing my package to attend SFAS (November hopefully)... This week I'm finishing the physical. I'm station at Fort Lewis WA,(very cool the guys from the recruting team of the 1st. group)...but most likely because I'm fluent spanish speaker I'm going to the 7th group so will see...Right now I'm very busy trying to keep up with the workouts and the regular job (55B or 89B) ammo guy so my unit is conducting a air gunnery this week so that means a lot of work for us in the field but so far I have been able to workout every other day so it's not that bad this time... I have been doing a lot of research on your site, your search tool have been very helpfull...

Thank you.
SPC. REILLO
"Boricua donde quiera que ande"

deanwells · 09-11-2006, 03:26

Good luck in your future endeavors.

jl0861 · 09-13-2006, 08:57

Hello,
I've been reading this site for awhile and wanted to post an introduction. I live in Alabama and am a prior service Marine reservist (0861 scout observer). I'm married and have a daughter. Some of the posts on here really sparked an interest in SF for me,as well as inspiring a lot of respect for all of you. Thank you all for your service to our country and for sharing your your experience on this site.

James

scipiones · 09-13-2006, 19:05

Hello all, I accidentally made the mistake of posting before I properly introduced myself. My apologies to all I may have offended. Well here goes my name is Tony and I have been in and out of the army since 1989. I have spent time in all three components of the army, Active, reserves and national guard. I was with 2/502 101st while on active duty and am now an infantry officer in the national guard in florida.

Best Regards,

lrd · 09-13-2006, 20:16

This is not my first post, but there are many new members here and I am transitioning into a new job. I thought it was time to introduce myself.

I am a Navy wife of 24+ years; married for 27. I have travelled around the world with my husband, and my children have had the great fortune to be part of the military family. Back in the late 90s, my husband did a joint tour in San Antonio working with folks at Ft. Bragg and some of your brethren ate chicken fajitas on my back deck. It was my first exposure to SF and I was impressed.

From 1999 to 2002, my husband was deployed enforcing the no-fly zones over Iraq. As a break from letters, care packages and getting my kids through high school, I began researching SOF and SF in particular. I met some of you in the process.

In 2004, I was accepted into the Navy Acquisition Logistics Intern Program -- a three-year program of coursework and on-the-job training through rotations in various acquisition programs. I did my first rotation on a Navy aircraft program, and then moved to Special Communications. Due in part to guidance provided by members of PS.com, I was successful in my endeavors and have received (and accepted) an offer as a logistician supporting the Joint Base Station. Thanks to all of you who answered my questions and coached me in topics from antenna theory to stress-corrosion-cracking. I'm sure as I move into my new job I will have many more questions. I appreciate your patience.

It’s a small world. I recently discovered that a member of this site was on call to recover my husband if he had gone down on his first combat flight. It’s just one part of what you all do, but it means the world to the families back home. I hope that I can repay that debt in the coming years as I work with you.

18Es: if I can help in any way, please let me know.

In the meantime, this Mom and former English teacher will keep the cookies and books flowing.

**Bill Harsey** · 09-14-2006, 09:03

Ms. lrd,
Welcome aboard Ma'am

and thanks for what you do here, at work and home.

Matta mile · 09-14-2006, 09:53

Welcome aboard folks, hope you enjoy the site!
MM

tsod275 · 09-15-2006, 07:33

Hey guys,

News to this forum, but some of you may have seen me on a couple others. Nice to see a forum for Group guys. Well.....as far as a little info....

Background:
2/75th Ranger Regiment from '94-'99
Theater Special Operations Detachment - Korea (Airboorne) '01-'02
SOT-B 930, 5/19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) '04-'05
SOT-B 130, 3/1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) '05-'06 (OIF IV)
SOT-B 930, 5/19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) '06-Present

Interests:
Hunting, reloading, collecting firearms, beef industry and computers

Current Activities:
Currently going to school full time and work in the gun department at Cabela's. Before I went to Iraq, owned a cattle company in Colorado, but had to shut everything down for a bit to go to the "Sand Box".

Other than that, keeping busy and looking forward to seeing what goes on here in this forum.

Some of you may know me from two other forums. If you haven't seen me on there lately....been pretty busy with work and school. Looking forward to participating in this forum.