Post by iluvmytxrgr on Jun 16, 2013 17:23:26 GMT -5
I have a big douche of a neighbor. He used to have those nasty, fake bull balls hanging from his jacked up truck. Some one stole them. I saw his truck this morning. Across his tailgate, it now says, "Lift it! Fat chicks can't jump!" The site of the guy makes me want to slap him in the face with a hammer.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on Jun 7, 2013 17:56:55 GMT -5
Yay!!!!! On that subject, I am super stoked to announce I am planning my very first commitment ceremony. It's still not legal here, but this couple still wants to pledge their love for each other. They are a great couple and I can't wait.
My husband's orders always include permission to use his card if it's authorized. If it's not on there, he goes back and has them re-do the orders. Sounds like he just needs to ask someone else. J has lived out of hotels on TDY for 8-12 weeks at a time for the last 5 years. He's pretty much a pro at it now. He prefers Marriott hotels and joined the rewards club. It gets him into the concierge suites for free breakfasts, afternoon snacks and happy hour.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on Jun 2, 2013 17:27:24 GMT -5
I would suggest talking to an Army Family Life Consultant. I would also check and see if your husband's unit or the post where you are stationed is offering any marriage retreats. We have attended several and plan to attend another this year. They have been great for us and our marriage.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on May 28, 2013 11:54:17 GMT -5
How did you respond? I don't know what in the world I would have said with my hair literally in her hands. We had one wife post on the FB page yesterday asking if there were any places offering free meals. A few people pointed out it was Memorial Day and not Veteran's Day. She had a giant bebe melt down about how her husband deserved free food.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on May 3, 2013 17:40:23 GMT -5
I found one last year that was beautiful and simple for $62 from Macy's online. Just keep searching. If you can wait a week or two after prom season, there should be huge sales.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on Apr 16, 2013 7:57:00 GMT -5
I would think sandwich trays are fine. I might include some fruit as well. In my husband's unit, there is always a coffee and pastry reception before a CoC and then there is a lunch at the DFAC after.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on Apr 7, 2013 19:40:02 GMT -5
Socks non-aerosol air fresheners head to the travel section at Walmart and get laundry detergent, febreeze, sunscreen and lip balm. tuna packets beef jerky peanut butter fruit cups trail mix
We run an expo type event. It goes from 9am-8pm. During that time, there are three different presentations for new spouses or spouses who have not been through a deployment with this unit. The soldier must attend. However, we all know men aren't great about going back to their wives and telling their wives what was discussed. Guys who are new to the unit or newly married are **HIGHLY** encouraged to bring their wives. If the wife can't make it to one of the presentations, they can speak to someone during the expo and get the information they need. We also send an email to every wife that includes the power point presentation. During the expo, we have tables set up for each company where we have key callers and FRG leaders to answer questions. We also have tables set up with representatives from housing, the Red Cross, child care, MWR, Tricare, the passport office, the Chaplain's office, finance, the education office, post financial advisers, Military One Source and more.
And, for the win! Holy crap is that awesome! It's the ideal pre-deployment brief, and this is the first time I have _heard_ of one being run in such an accessible way with so much information.
Wow. I'm guessing my response here might sound like sarcasm, but it's not intended that way. I really am impressed.
This was the first time we've done it. It was a huge success. We will definitely not be going back to the old way of "death by power point".
Post by iluvmytxrgr on Apr 1, 2013 17:43:19 GMT -5
His behavior is very odd and creepy. In my state, he is breaking state law by showing up at your door with out 24 hours notice. I'd tell him he needs to call first. I'd also tell him he may want to adjust his behavior and attitude in the future if he wants to keep tenants.
it isn't appropriate to show up to homecoming in a bikini top and toddler sized shorts with "lets make a baby" written on your stomach
I don't see the problem with this
Someone mentioned mandatory attendance for spouses if their partner doesn't go. How can they get away with that? Spouses have lives and jobs, too.
We run an expo type event. It goes from 9am-8pm. During that time, there are three different presentations for new spouses or spouses who have not been through a deployment with this unit. The soldier must attend. However, we all know men aren't great about going back to their wives and telling their wives what was discussed. Guys who are new to the unit or newly married are **HIGHLY** encouraged to bring their wives. If the wife can't make it to one of the presentations, they can speak to someone during the expo and get the information they need. We also send an email to every wife that includes the power point presentation. During the expo, we have tables set up for each company where we have key callers and FRG leaders to answer questions. We also have tables set up with representatives from housing, the Red Cross, child care, MWR, Tricare, the passport office, the Chaplain's office, finance, the education office, post financial advisers, Military One Source and more.
There are huge consequences in H's circle. One couple just learned the hard way. We have pre-deployment briefs that are mandatory for either the soldier or wife to attend. If it is a couple who have not been to a deployment, both are highly encouraged to come together. OPSEC and PERSEC are an entire section of the brief. One guy was stupid enough to give his wife info she shouldn't have. He was also stupid enough to take pictures and email them to her. She would post the pics on FB. She would also post info he had told her about the missions he'd been on. He's received an Art 15. He can now not be left alone at any time while he's deployed. He can only call home with his team leader sitting beside him. For the rest of the deployment, she will only receive emails and phone calls from the FRG that pertain to her or her husband or calls to check on her. She will also not be told when her husband is scheduled to come home. She'll receive a phone call from him when he's ready to be picked up. People think nothing will happen to them. Around here, they know better now.
Damn!
Please tell me that both the husband and wife were warned well before it got to this extreme response? As in a heads up, folks, you're being dumb, and this is why, here's your first warning...
There were warnings to them several times. We also discuss these consequences in detail at all of our pre-deployment meetings. Every spouse is sent a copy of the slide show that is shown during the meetings if they were at the meeting or not. These consequences are well known. Some people just think they are above the rules or think the rules are stupid. In my husband's unit, you get one warning. The second offence is a negative counseling statement for the soldier. Next offense is the step that was taken here. She knew it would happen. She was told often.
Post by iluvmytxrgr on Mar 31, 2013 16:20:18 GMT -5
There are huge consequences in H's circle. One couple just learned the hard way. We have pre-deployment briefs that are mandatory for either the soldier or wife to attend. If it is a couple who have not been to a deployment, both are highly encouraged to come together. OPSEC and PERSEC are an entire section of the brief. One guy was stupid enough to give his wife info she shouldn't have. He was also stupid enough to take pictures and email them to her. She would post the pics on FB. She would also post info he had told her about the missions he'd been on. He's received an Art 15. He can now not be left alone at any time while he's deployed. He can only call home with his team leader sitting beside him. For the rest of the deployment, she will only receive emails and phone calls from the FRG that pertain to her or her husband or calls to check on her. She will also not be told when her husband is scheduled to come home. She'll receive a phone call from him when he's ready to be picked up. People think nothing will happen to them. Around here, they know better now.
I remember that thread! things are almost too level-headed here these days. (almost)
There aren't enough people posting for crazy questions. I think there's one post a week at this point. However, I've been told there is a new format change coming and they are about to have us Beta test it.