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Credit to ASMDSS, much respect.

Respected E-1

So during red phase Im reading some profiles to see the background on these new recruits and I come along one that struck me kind of odd….

It was on a 41 year old pvt that had a pretty profound background. Had a good job I believe he was a 20 year pipe fitter and made good money….. 4 year degree…. had a son…. and divorced. What struck me was he was an E-1. So I pulled him in my office and had to ask.

Me: Hey Pvt, take a seat. I’ve been reading your profile and it struck me kind of odd. Why are you a private? You could be an officer, your very knowledgeable and keep yourself pretty fit. You also had a good paying job…. so…. enlighten me did you get in trouble with the law or somethin?

Pvt: Well your right DS. I did have a good job and no I’ve had no trouble with the law. I used to be married and had a son. The reason I joined is because it was my sons dream to come into the army and be a soldier. I supported him all the way. Shortly after he graduated he was shipped over seas and sent into combat in Iraq. He was K.I.A. My wife blamed me and divorced me. I had a hard time just going back to work so I decided to finish my sons dream. I want to start wear he did and fulfill the rest. So here I am DS.

Me:………. do you have any questions of me?

Pvt: No DS.

Me: Your dismissed.

~Sr Drill~


February

On the first, one my best friends and former paratrooper gave me my first wings, from his original stash (pic will follow). I’m to get my blood wins upon my graduation of jump school. Pretty cool I think. This was my first Valentine’s day where I was single in about 5 years. It’s was crummy because of things I ended up Valentine-less, but on the other hand I had quite the night. Went out with my friends and had a few beers. Ended up really enjoying myself. On second thought I actually did get to see her! We hung out a bit, went to Target and then sat in her five way and talked for almost an hour. I miss that. In all probability I always will. And I suppose on that emo note I will end this post. I’ll try and get on here more often. Also 126 days until I ship to Benning since its technically the 18th, or 4 months 6 days.

Murica!

Murica!

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“Do what ever you want and be a badass at it”

Will do. I’ve come far in a few short months. I’m about to push harder and go farther. Although I wish I could have you by my side during this crazy adventure I’m about to get into. I understand your apprehensions and I don’t blame you. I’ll go it alone. Maybe I’ll be better for it. I don’t think I’m better than anyone nor am i very cocky, but I think I’m worth the wait. At least I hope to prove I was/am. I never forgot that I managed to keep my friend, for that I AM grateful. At the very least I know where it all stands. I don’t know if I’m sad or relieved.It’s more of a relief knowing and no longer guessing. 150 days left until Benning.

phoenixrm1:

Beautiful

This.

phoenixrm1:

Beautiful

This.

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