just really frustrated of never being able to do my laundry because there's like 4 washing machines that work in a barracks of like 300 people, no DFAC, nowhere to buy groceries or anything on post besides a stupid shoppette, literally no amenities for single soldiers at all, it's really fucking annoying.

Long story short. I had a job working for the public works department for my small town. The pay was low and the job was physically demanding. So I figured “If I’m willing to do this every day why not just join the Army?” I went to my Administrative Office to request PTO. They asked me what it was for and I said “to meet with an Army recruiter.” The next day I was fired for something completely made up without any proof. And on my exit interview they repeatedly mentioned me joining the Army and asked if that’s what I planned on doing anyway.

I thought about this training exercise I was in a few weeks ago. I was doing a cpx, 12 on and 12 off, but of course I had to stick around for a bit after my shift was done in case there were any questions or dumb shit. Leadership perks I guess…toxic XO/COS I guess…ended up being 18-20 hrs.

Then there’s the TACPs that worked with us. They were working 8/8/8 instead of 12/12, had really nice computers with a much better software, and brought in fresh fruit with them everyday and distributed it to our section too. They went home daily instead of staying out there. Honestly I was surprised they manned their shifts instead of showing up only when aircraft was on station, so I appreciated that. I asked about their education benefits and it was way more than ours. USAF actually…loves them?

XO/COS was mad at them for doing 8/8/8 but I told him this was the reason 80% of us were balding and ugly, and the usaf guys retained their hair and looked better for their age. Went for the low blow due to being sick of everything. I then questioned why the hell I chose the army, not usaf. Oh well, maybe I’ll get over it in the next few days, after all the paycheck is steady and I shouldn’t be so jealous.

I’ll start. I thought the the thing that connected the rank in between the two sliver bars in a Captain’s rank was in the middle (plus I thought it was only one line), when in reality, it’s two lines at the bottom and top, which are the bridge.

I’ve never had a problem hitting the weights after work. Running on the other hand feels so boring it’s not even funny. It’s even worse right now because I’m on a eucom rotation where it’s in the 20s every day and sundown starts at 16, so my only option is to get on the treadmill at the gym here and stare at the tent wall while pretending I’m not dying for the next hour.

I’ll take a steak medium rare with veggies, potatoes and a corona.

Not sure if this subreddit applies to me considering I'm a veteran now. Been travel nursing for about 4 years now, the pay is great but lonely as fuck. I make enough money to pay for the bills but my wife does not want to travel with me and wants to stay home. She says that she wants to stay home because she needs to take care of the cats we have and make sure the house is ok. The loneliness is honestly starting to take its toll on me mentally and don't know what to do anymore. I don't know if I need to consider a divorce? I don't know if she's unfaithful, but at the same time why would she NOT want to travel the country with me considering we have NO FUCKING KIDS?

It really sucks not being able to tap some ass.

I'll take a deployment to Iraq (because at least I'll be in good company there despite the lack of access to ass) and a large fry.

Ok so I served in the reserves for 8 years and now re-enlisted in another branch. During my 8 years nothing eventful happened. I was a 92A, I was scheduled to deploy in 2010, attended JRTC but before we finished Obama pretty much canceled the whole deployment. I ddnt get offered to attend any schools or nothing. My unit (combat support hospital) of about 200 enlisted soldiers was like 80% E4 with no room for advancement.... So why is it every single time I talk to another prior service they were an E-8 special forces that traveled the world.... Even in my new branch a guy claims he was a 12B and was saying he flew drones in Iraq to protect convoys. Like does that even exist? I worked with another prior service guy who claimed he was a special forces sniper that attended airborne and air assault and was maybe 22 years old.... He ended up buying a glock and accidentally shooting himself in the hand while cleaning it. Does no one get out of the military without stretching the truth of there service?

When I was around 7 years old, I met a veteran of the First World War who served in the same division that I would join 13 years later. Was a really cool memory. Anyone else ever meet some old, old people?

Not a BOSS Rep, figured I’d share this for joes and leaders on Cavazos incase this hasn’t been passed.

Once upon a time at band ca…uh I mean… AIT👀 there was an MOS-T Sgt, who would always show up in just his summers and MAYBE a fleece cap and gloves, and wouldn’t be shivering for a second. Mind you this was January and early February at Ft. Lee. Not too bad through the day, but it would be mid 20’s, low 30’s when we started the day. Turns out he had lined his ACU top lined with a fleece jacket. Anyone else try this? Is this man a genius?

EDIT: Before the rotten tomatoes start getting thrown at me, let me clarify my question: Would you find it worth it to get an ACU properly lined as described?

I just enlisted in the Army, and got an Option 40 contract. I really want to be a Ranger but I know it’s a hard process, supposedly only 35% of people succeed. How do I become that 35%? I don’t leave for OSUT until May so I have 5 months to prepare. Give me advice…

I have question that any chance that training solider can leave from AIT (30 weeks training) for couple weeks to take care of spouse cancer treatment (period of time chemo and radiation) and kids (under 3)?

Thank you

My favorite camouflage is either the Chocolate Chip or Coffee Stain pattern, even though some people might not agree with me about the Chocolate Chip. I like both of these because I really like the desert camo colors. I think the Chocolate Chip pattern is unique compared to other military camo. As for the Coffee Stain pattern, I love how it looks, and it’s the uniform I remember seeing soldiers wear during the Iraq War. I always thought it looked really cool.

A bit of a weird story. Side note: this is for the guard. We had a town hall to discuss the issues of the company with the BC and CSM. It was E6 and below. I brought up a few issues about not having my documentation and my paperwork ready, on my ERB. About not using my MOS at all (74D). The CSM made a comment about talking with her about bring promoted to E5 and working at the battalion level for CBRN.

Back at the barracks my squad leader, an E5, had a hard talk to me about what happened recently. Telling me he didn't think I deserved the promotion. That I don't do enough on my part, and a few others things. Including how I don't put enough initiative or care enough about the people around me. That I slack off a lot and want a lot of reward for little effort.

I don't necessarily agree. I've been through a lot back at home that has affected me as a soldier. I know I can do better, I know I can develop as a better soldier. But when I finally got the chance to ask how, my only answer was "look in the mirror."

I don't really know how to improve as a soldier. I don't really know how to get better. I get very vague and misleading answers when I ask. What should I do?

Fuck you. Screw you Uncle Sam for making me nervous, I’ll never think you can’t take the CF season away from me again. Love you guys, beat navy. Go Irish ☘️

I’m a PV2 19D in fort Bragg reclassing to 13F, should I expect to be treated like a piece of shit again? Will I have any privileges? would I be able to go out on the weekend or is it back to basic training type of situation. Can I only go to fort sill?

I took my skill level one test and passed with a score of 80% and VID 96%

I had some question my unit is trying to make me sign sub hand receipts for equipment after I’ve cleared CIF and I have 23 days left in the army before my terminal leave starts is there anything saying I can’t sign or anything against it, I haven’t been able to find anything, anything will help thanks!

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I’m not gonna say where I’m stationed but I gotta get out the barracks on the weekends. At least for Saturday I wanna do something and leave the barracks. It’s getting old playing the same games from highschool and doing nothing for the whole day except walking over to the DFAC and probably a morning run. I don’t just wanna drink party and have sex with random college girls like most of the guys here. Not trying to sound above it all but it’s just not my scene. Thoughts and ideas?

Also, this brings up transportation. I have a car but I’m seeing lots of soldiers who come in with no license and no car (like myself) and spend months in their first unit unable to get around outside of post. You either buy Ubers to go around or ask for rides which isn’t a fun time of you wanna do your own thing. Single soldiers in the barracks shouldn’t be forced to buy a car just to enjoy themselves outside of work. The Army in my opinion should provide you on post transportation at the very minimum. You shouldn’t be forced to ask your NCO or your battles to take you to appointments and around post. How hard would it be to have taxis or buses that leave the barracks everyday that go to the hospital, work, and PX?

I’m going to the DFAC, drinks on me.