Habits I Still Carry from the Army
It’s been sixteen years since I left the National Guard, and twenty-two(!) since I left active duty. I can’t figure out where the time goes. What’s hilarious is that I … Read more
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A Strange Anniversary
Twenty-five years ago today, I went to MEPS in Minneapolis. I took the ASVAB, and a physical, and picked out an MOS, and did a bunch of paperwork. I didn’t … Read more
Five Skills the Army Teaches You That You ACTUALLY CAN Use in Real Life™
1. Paperwork! Paperwork! Paperwork! 2. Looking busy. 3. How to administer an IV drip. (Great cure for a hangover. Just sayin’.) 4. A casual disregard for personal well-being. Sick call/hospitals … Read more
An Anniversary of Sorts
Eighteen years ago today, I left home and joined the Army. The whole of the experience was interesting — there were times I was miserable and times when I loved … Read more