katiebear21 0 #1 February 23, 2004 Ok, I thought I was pretty tough until this past month. The move from NC to GA was rough enough for Chuck and I. Leaving all of our friends and coming here where we know we'll only be here 6 months so there's no need making tons of new friends is hard. On top of that, the weather's been shitty, the closest dz is an hour and a half a way, I get up at 0430 every morning, and Chuck's been pretty bored. So, I'm waiting to see where the Army's going to send me next. Chuck and I were hopeful about either Savannah, GA (Ft. Stewart) or Arizona (Ft. Huachuca). Well, the list of "available" assignments came out and neither of those places are on it. List looks like this: Korea, Kuwait, Ft. Bragg (we're ready for something new), Ft. Lee (no job there for me), Germany, and Ft. Bliss, TX. I get an e-mail from a friend of mine "in the know" that says he saw me on a list for Germany. I tell him that's no good because of Chuck and other things yadayadayada. I get a response from him today that says, "Me and MAJ Griggs have a plan for you that we think is good. Talk to MAJ Griggs tomorrow and then give me a call and tell me what you think." HOLY CRAP!!! Now I have to sit here wondering WTF until then! I'm dying. My face is all broke out, I can't sleep at night, and I'm antsy all the time! Most of the time I handle job stress really well but this is killing me. Thanks for listening. Really needed do dump that out there! AHGGGGGGGGG! Whew, feel better! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #2 February 23, 2004 QuoteFt. Bliss, TX You'd be getting closer!!! We're loving you here in the Southwest. I'm keeping my fingers crossed! xoxo BB Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #3 February 23, 2004 Is Ft. Bragg here in Colorado? Sorry if that's a silly question. Katie, don't let it stress you out. Life is too short to add worries into your life. What will happen, will happen.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #4 February 23, 2004 Language school in Monterey? Hang in there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #5 February 23, 2004 Ft. Bragg's in NC. I'd LOVE Colorado! I guess this is just the first time I've had to worry about someone else's happiness. I never cared what the Army did to me because I knew I'd be happy anywhere. Seeing Chuck so miserable here has been a wakeup call. Then again, some of it's been caused be weather too. Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyhi 24 #6 February 23, 2004 Nothing in the 25th ID? Jumping in paradise. Don't feel bad. My choices were El Paso or Oakland,CA. I feel for ya. Give the our regards.Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #7 February 23, 2004 Bummer, being here in Colorado would be so cool. Kate, you are not responsible for Chuck's happiness. He is a big boy, and loves you very much, and can take care of himself. I'm sure it doesn't matter to Chuck where you guys are, just so long as you're together. Isn't he retired military? Then he knows the drill. Now, stop stressing.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #8 February 23, 2004 Happy vibes to you Katie! Things will work out I am sure! Let us know what's happening.. Iwan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #9 February 23, 2004 Ahhh...hugs to ya, Katie! Are either of you MP's? I know here at Ft. Lewis they ALWAYS have openings for MP's...they asked me if I wanted to be one to guarantee my choice of post...I said hey-elll NO! What are your MOS's?~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #10 February 23, 2004 Out of those choices I would take Bragg. You are already in the know there and have connections. Screw a change!!!! I am thinking of going back on active status and that would be one of the main gigs I want. I did coma across an angle at McDill recently though. Trying to see where that pans out. Good luck to ya. Keep me posted. Laters, .The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riddler 0 #11 February 23, 2004 QuoteBummer, being here in Colorado would be so cool. Ha! It would be very cool for us, but I doubt it would be cool for them. In fact it would be downright cold for them. I haven't jumped in a month because it hasn't been 50 degrees on a weekend for the last four weeks Come out and play in Colorado when it's warmer.Trapped on the surface of a sphere. XKCD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #12 February 23, 2004 Kramer - you know better than me that Chuck's Bragged out! Germany would get me command fast but that's a no-go. El Paso isn't the best career choice but Chuck likes the weather and location there. I'm a Signal Officer, Chuck's retired. And there's slots open EVERYWHERE, branch just isn't sending us where we want to go. Mar - thanks for the tough love. Might crack just one beer since I'm off for the rest of the day to counterbalance all the caffeine I consumed this morning! Thanks everyone for the encouraging words. Will keep you posted! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #13 February 23, 2004 Hugs, hon! Gotta try and cheer you up so I figured that you'd appreciate the stress poem. STRESS - The confusion created when one's mind overrides one's body basic desire to choke the living shit out of some asshole that desperately needs it. (Of course, the picture that I have at home with this on it is much funnier. It's a picture of a wolf flipping people off with a flea jumping off it.)Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #14 February 23, 2004 QuoteKate, you are not responsible for Chuck's happiness. He is a big boy, and loves you very much, and can take care of himself. I hope that you don't mind me saying this, Katie, but I agree with Mar. I'm sorry if I am being insensitive, but I think that you should be doing what you feel is best for YOUR life. Weigh your options carefully and determine what you feel is truly your best life decision, Katie. I wish you the best of luck and a return to peaceful thoughts. Sending you my hugs and kisses, too! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #15 February 23, 2004 QuoteI'm a Signal Officer, Chuck's retired. And there's slots open EVERYWHERE, branch just isn't sending us where we want to go. Maybe you will get good news tomorrow after your meeting with the Major. Will you give us an update? Maybe they'll ask to you to liase with multiple service branches in Southern California, to design, and lead a project building a new comm system between all branches. Hey, you never know!! I seriously think your meeting tomorrow will bring good news.So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
misskriss 0 #16 February 23, 2004 Good luck, sweetie. I know it must be hard. I followed my husband all over the country for 11 years. Luckily in the Navy you get pretty nice places to live. San Diego was by far my most favorite place, but it was still hard picking up and moving and starting all over again every couple years. It definitely made me a stronger person and with your honey being retired he understands. It's always the transition part of waiting for orders that is the hardest. That constant state of limbo.... and not knowing where or when we'd be leaving, etc. I thought I'd hate Virginia after leaving California but it has definitely grown on me. I always told my husband that he needed to go where he thought was best for his career. I didn't want to be responsible for him being unhappy in his job. On the other hand, sometimes I did resent following him around all the time... LOL.. don't listen to me, I'm rambling now and I'm separated from the guy so what do I know.. Best of Luck and I hope it all works out just like you want it.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jmpnkramer 0 #17 February 23, 2004 QuoteKramer - you know better than me that Chuck's Bragged out! This I do know is true. The issue is that both of ya'll know people at Bragg that can help you progress faster. You are still working on your career. I spent 4-Years down at Fort Polk. I begged for Bragg. In hindsight I wish I would have stayed at Fort Polk. I was in the know there and had a bunch of people watching my back. I would have made Seven fast and probably retired. Looks like it is time to do a pro/con list and see where to go. Best of Luck Little Lady!!!!!! Laters, .The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites katiebear21 0 #18 February 23, 2004 I learned a valuable lesson about the military watching my dad with his 26 year career which subsequently in divorce for him and my mom. Your job is just what you do, not who you are. My job keeps me living the type of lifestyle I lead and nothing more. Sure, I get pride from what I do, but putting the Army before my true love would be a huge mistake. My father didn't give a shit whether my mom was happy in their present location. He felt he was doing his job by going wherever the hell the Army told him to go. She played the game for a long time before she got sick of being 2nd best. Luckily Chuck knows the rules of the game but if I have a choice, I'm going somewhere that he can be happy. I'm going to make the best out of any location. He doesn't really have that luxury. He can't work in Germany year round, he can't work in Augusta, GA. Hope that makes sense. I'm not into that super femenist do what's right for me thing. It's not MY life, it's OURS. Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites misskriss 0 #19 February 23, 2004 QuoteIt's not MY life, it's OURS. awwwwwwwwwwwwww... will you marry me??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #20 February 23, 2004 QuoteIt's not MY life, it's OURS Chuck is so lucky to have you in his lifeMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #21 February 23, 2004 Nothing i can say to make you feel better Katie. Just know that i'm loving you both a 2nd and 3rd time. *hugs & kisses* ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VanillaSkyGirl 6 #22 February 23, 2004 QuoteWeigh your options carefully and determine what you feel is truly your best life decision, Katie. I wrote this for a reason, Katie. This is your decision to make...based on ALL options...including your love for Chuck. I NEVER said to put work first above true love, and I would never do that either. You should really weigh EVERYTHING and then determine what is best for YOUR life. Personally, I have made the mistake of living my life based around the life of the person that I loved...in my past, but living that way (male or female) can be cause for resentment down the road. Sometimes, both the man and woman have to compromise to make EACH OTHER happy. QuoteHope that makes sense. I'm not into that super femenist do what's right for me thing. It's not MY life, it's OURS. Of course it does. I agree. I'm sorry about your parents. My parents have been married for 35 years because they work as a unit and unified team, through the good times and the bad. However, they know that ultimately they are not responsible for each other's happiness. That comes from within yourself. Btw, I am NOT a super feminist myself...lol, and I do have traditional values. (I want to be married and stay married to my true love forever, no matter what hardships that we face.) Perhaps I worded things the wrong way in my prior post? Sorry, Katie. You seem to know what you need to do then. Rock on, sweetie! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites katiebear21 0 #23 February 23, 2004 You girls rock! You know I value your opinion, Rosa. Yous a very smart girlie! Kris, hell, if Chuck ever dumps me I'm all yours girl! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VectorBoy 0 #24 February 24, 2004 I'm sorry Katie, Chuck can't skydive year around in germany but he would fit in perfectly ( I think ) with the DZ scene in a lot of the western european countries. He would just need something for the winter season. Would this be a long tour? I was personaly hoping , as many others, you guys would be out Huachuca way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Deuce 1 #25 February 24, 2004 QuoteYou girls rock! You know I value your opinion, Rosa. Yous a very smart girlie! Kris, hell, if Chuck ever dumps me I'm all yours girl! Bullshit. It'll be time to work something out with the Corinne-Machine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. 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jmpnkramer 0 #17 February 23, 2004 QuoteKramer - you know better than me that Chuck's Bragged out! This I do know is true. The issue is that both of ya'll know people at Bragg that can help you progress faster. You are still working on your career. I spent 4-Years down at Fort Polk. I begged for Bragg. In hindsight I wish I would have stayed at Fort Polk. I was in the know there and had a bunch of people watching my back. I would have made Seven fast and probably retired. Looks like it is time to do a pro/con list and see where to go. Best of Luck Little Lady!!!!!! Laters, .The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #18 February 23, 2004 I learned a valuable lesson about the military watching my dad with his 26 year career which subsequently in divorce for him and my mom. Your job is just what you do, not who you are. My job keeps me living the type of lifestyle I lead and nothing more. Sure, I get pride from what I do, but putting the Army before my true love would be a huge mistake. My father didn't give a shit whether my mom was happy in their present location. He felt he was doing his job by going wherever the hell the Army told him to go. She played the game for a long time before she got sick of being 2nd best. Luckily Chuck knows the rules of the game but if I have a choice, I'm going somewhere that he can be happy. I'm going to make the best out of any location. He doesn't really have that luxury. He can't work in Germany year round, he can't work in Augusta, GA. Hope that makes sense. I'm not into that super femenist do what's right for me thing. It's not MY life, it's OURS. Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
misskriss 0 #19 February 23, 2004 QuoteIt's not MY life, it's OURS. awwwwwwwwwwwwww... will you marry me??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #20 February 23, 2004 QuoteIt's not MY life, it's OURS Chuck is so lucky to have you in his lifeMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #21 February 23, 2004 Nothing i can say to make you feel better Katie. Just know that i'm loving you both a 2nd and 3rd time. *hugs & kisses* ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #22 February 23, 2004 QuoteWeigh your options carefully and determine what you feel is truly your best life decision, Katie. I wrote this for a reason, Katie. This is your decision to make...based on ALL options...including your love for Chuck. I NEVER said to put work first above true love, and I would never do that either. You should really weigh EVERYTHING and then determine what is best for YOUR life. Personally, I have made the mistake of living my life based around the life of the person that I loved...in my past, but living that way (male or female) can be cause for resentment down the road. Sometimes, both the man and woman have to compromise to make EACH OTHER happy. QuoteHope that makes sense. I'm not into that super femenist do what's right for me thing. It's not MY life, it's OURS. Of course it does. I agree. I'm sorry about your parents. My parents have been married for 35 years because they work as a unit and unified team, through the good times and the bad. However, they know that ultimately they are not responsible for each other's happiness. That comes from within yourself. Btw, I am NOT a super feminist myself...lol, and I do have traditional values. (I want to be married and stay married to my true love forever, no matter what hardships that we face.) Perhaps I worded things the wrong way in my prior post? Sorry, Katie. You seem to know what you need to do then. Rock on, sweetie! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites katiebear21 0 #23 February 23, 2004 You girls rock! You know I value your opinion, Rosa. Yous a very smart girlie! Kris, hell, if Chuck ever dumps me I'm all yours girl! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VectorBoy 0 #24 February 24, 2004 I'm sorry Katie, Chuck can't skydive year around in germany but he would fit in perfectly ( I think ) with the DZ scene in a lot of the western european countries. He would just need something for the winter season. Would this be a long tour? I was personaly hoping , as many others, you guys would be out Huachuca way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Deuce 1 #25 February 24, 2004 QuoteYou girls rock! You know I value your opinion, Rosa. Yous a very smart girlie! Kris, hell, if Chuck ever dumps me I'm all yours girl! Bullshit. It'll be time to work something out with the Corinne-Machine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
katiebear21 0 #23 February 23, 2004 You girls rock! You know I value your opinion, Rosa. Yous a very smart girlie! Kris, hell, if Chuck ever dumps me I'm all yours girl! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #24 February 24, 2004 I'm sorry Katie, Chuck can't skydive year around in germany but he would fit in perfectly ( I think ) with the DZ scene in a lot of the western european countries. He would just need something for the winter season. Would this be a long tour? I was personaly hoping , as many others, you guys would be out Huachuca way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #25 February 24, 2004 QuoteYou girls rock! You know I value your opinion, Rosa. Yous a very smart girlie! Kris, hell, if Chuck ever dumps me I'm all yours girl! Bullshit. It'll be time to work something out with the Corinne-Machine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
