Well, it's official

[audette]

The list came out, and DH is not getting promoted.  This was his AZ look, so it's time to proceed with exiting the military.

This was not a huge surprise, and at least we now know.  Waiting that year between PZ and AZ really, really sucks. 

For a variety of reasons I am feeling quite bitter about the military at the moment.  I am hoping that will fade over time.

In the meantime, I guess we get to start working on this transition.  The next 12 months should be interesting, hopefully in a good way.

[meltoine]

I'm sorry. I know how you feel. MH went through a similar thing, separated in July. I'm still a little bitter. I'd be happy to commiserate more via PM.

[NomadicMama]

I'm so sorry to hear this. I feel like this has been hanging over his head for longer than it should. I can understand feeling bitter.

I hope that the next steps are good ones for you and your DH and that you land somewhere fabulous!!! Keep us posted.

And I miss out GTG in Germany very much!

[dcn]

I'm so sorry. We have been in that window and it just sucks. H miraculously got picked up but I'm afraid it will start all over in a few years for the next Board.

Best of luck with the transition.

[kpol]

I was thinking about you when the list came out this morning. Sorry things didn't work out and you're allowed to be bitter as long as you want!

[audette]

Thanks guys.

meltoine - I'm not sure how productive commiserating might be, but as you guys have done this transition recently, I might have a question or two come to mind as we move forward with it. (and being able to snark with someone about it all while doing so might be pleasant...)


I think we'll end up in an OK situation. We think DH qualifies for TERA, and I still work for a company based in TX, so we are looking at moving closer to there (as well as send out some feelers to see if we have other options available).

[Dumbledork]

I'm sorry it didn't go how you wanted.

DH was medically discharged. The moving truck will be here next week and then he'll be officially done and out next month.

It's been a long few months and we've had our moments of frustration and bitterness, but we're feeling better and more excited each day.

I hope you find something about the next chapter to be excited over.

[Deleted]

I'm so sorry to hear that :-( unfortunately I know quite a few people who SHOULD have been promoted over the last few years but weren't. And all of them are doing fantastically well as civilians. Fingers crossed that the transition works out well for you both.

[ohyouknow]

I'm sorry to hear that. For what it's worth, nearly every passed over officer I've ever known was amazing at their job. AND are much happier on the outside. But I know the stress of the unknown. Ive gone through two RIFs and I'm waiting on my PZ results right now.

[audette]

Well, maybe I spoke too soon?

Apparently they are holding a "selective retention board" next month for those who were passed over the second time on this month's list...

[ohyouknow]

Awesome! What are the odds at a supplemental board in your service?