This Sunday Will be the last Rams game I watch this season.

[bluecoconuts]

Branch and MOS? Where are you going for training? I'm assuming either Army or Air Force given you said Basic Training instead of Boot Camp.

Goodluck with everything, basic training is pretty easy, just do what they say and you'll be fine. They've been adjusting how they conduct training, with a softer approach, so don't get too worked up about it. Just keep in mind it's all about getting you to figure out the basics as the real learning comes once you join your unit and are actually doing your job. Enjoy your time.

If you have any questions about it, hit me up, 8 years in the 3rd Ranger Battalion.

 

[Elmgrovegnome]

That title was probably a bit mis leading...because im actually really bummed about not being able to see another game this year.

Anyway, i leave for basic training on monday and will be gone for 22 weeks. Im beyond excited for this new chapter in my life. Just wanted to say its been a real pleasure being part of this board and getting to know all of you. The countless hours ive spent talking rams football with yall has been a highlight of my days since 2012.

Heres to hoping I miss the first magical playoff run in decades. Cheers yall...see ya in a few months :cheers:

And GO RAMS!!

I wish you good fortune in the near future. I desperately wanted to join the service but medical history prevented it. My friends were getting free educations in the service and college four years later, a military pension and job preference for state and federal jobs. Meanwhile it took me ten years to pay off my student loans, and I get passed over for every federal job I applied for because I am not a minority, nor a vet.

It can open many doors for you in the future and is a good investment of your time. I hope you stay safe and focused on your goals.

 

[Legatron4]

Congrats dude. I attempted to get into the airforce, but I had to get shoulder surgery and couldn't go. My buddy is stationed in Arkansas. He says it's the worst two years of your life and best four after that. Thank you for your service man.

 

[DthOn2Legs]

Good luck, man. My son enlisted Jan, 2015 and was stationed in East Africa a few weeks ago. He was still able to watch the Rams-Lions game nearby so maybe you'll be able to catch a few

 

[LARams_1963]

God speed Brother... Wishing you the best, from this old crusty Sailor

 

[JIMERAMS]

awesome my son in law was just deployed last week so im dealing with my depressed daughter right now at home. thank you for your service and good luck

 

[Mikey Ram]

8 years as a electronic spy in the Air Force for me...As a Rams fan it's a foregone conclusion that you'll do just fine..Take care and THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE !!!!!!

 

[-X-]

Are you kidding me!?

It took me 4 years to shape you into the member you are now, and you're gonna let the military screw that all up???

j/k. Best of luck to you, my man. Stay safe and we'll catch up when you get back.

 

[EasyE]

thats awesome! you are in for a great ride!...life is not a destination, its about the ride. thanks for serving!...experience everything you can.

 

[Boston Ram]

Congrats and good luck. You will be missed!

 

[99Balloons]

Good luck and stay safe.

 

[NJRamsFan]

NJ you've always been one of my faves........I wish you the best and when you are back post more.

:grouphug:

Likewise Les. I appreciate and I shall return

 

[NJRamsFan]

Branch and MOS? Where are you going for training? I'm assuming either Army or Air Force given you said Basic Training instead of Boot Camp.

Goodluck with everything, basic training is pretty easy, just do what they say and you'll be fine. They've been adjusting how they conduct training, with a softer approach, so don't get too worked up about it. Just keep in mind it's all about getting you to figure out the basics as the real learning comes once you join your unit and are actually doing your job. Enjoy your time.

If you have any questions about it, hit me up, 8 years in the 3rd Ranger Battalion.

Im Joining the Army to become a Cavalry Scout. Ill be training at Ft. Benning in Georgia

 

[NJRamsFan]

These are gonna be the greatest 22 weeks ever........here at ROD!!!!!

Jk ofc. Hope all goes well and thanks for your service!

Lol I hate you Tron illowfight:

 

[NJRamsFan]

Thanks for your service! What branch are you going into?

Former navy submariner (read: steely-eyed killer of the deep ) here, 1982-1988.

Good luck and Godspeed!

Im joining the Army....and thank YOU for your service

 

[NJRamsFan]

Are you kidding me!?

It took me 4 years to shape you into the member you are now, and you're gonna let the military screw that all up???

j/k. Best of luck to you, my man. Stay safe and we'll catch up when you get back.

Haha! You are the reason we have this Forum brotha so I'm grateful for that. Truth be told I probably wouldn't be here still if it wasn't for the kindness you and some other long time posters showed me when I joined.

Fear not I shall return.

 

[jrry32]

Stay safe, my friend.

 

[RamzFanz]

You'll do great. Focus on the end game and study when you can.

Remember to say Semper Fi to your Drill Sergeant.

 

[Loyal]

God speed Brother... Wishing you the best, from this old crusty Sailor

Me too..I was stationed last on the USS Fletcher


View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rViZ2IM6t1I

 

[bluecoconuts]

Im Joining the Army to become a Cavalry Scout. Ill be training at Ft. Benning in Georgia

Good shit, congratulations. I did my training at Fort Benning as well, it's a pain in the ass, but nothing you can't handle. When I was in Scouts and Tankers trained at Fort Knox, so now that they're at Benning, I'm sure you'll get to enjoy Sand Hill. Active duty or National Guard?

If I have some advice, since your training will take you through Christmas, you will be given the option to come home for some time for the holidays. If you elect to come home ensure that you stay out of trouble and work out extra hard during that time instead of just eating junk food and fucking off (and trust me, you'll want to)... When you return, expect your Drill Sergeants to smoke the shit out of you guys to sweat out all the junk food that everyone was eating, so if you eat right and keep with your PT, it'll hurt less. If given the option to take the short order line during chow, never take it (chicken, fruits, and waters, be smart about your meals) and load up on carbs before your PT test.

Above all else, enjoy yourself, it'll suck when you're going through, but once you're out you'll be happy for it. If you get the option to go to jump school take it, it's piss easy and opens you up for additional schools.

Oh and during reception you'll have a bunch of douche bags trying to look down on you because you're day 0 and they're day 5.. Don't get involved in that dumb shit, none of you know what you're doing. If you see a Staff Sergeant Alston (he's a reception NCO) tell him that Colin said hi... He's a good dude, just hates stupid privates. He's a Panthers fan, so if you might be able to butter him up that way.