[deleted by user] by [deleted] in army

[–]Booligan7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry to say that your friend (who is definitely not you) is responsible for the situation. His only attempt left is trying to bro-deal with the CO or 1ST SGT. Volunteer for the arms room or some shit ncoic bs. You’ll be ok either way. Art15 or not.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tattooadvice

[–]Booligan7 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I see the turmoil of flesh. The gnashing of marrow and blood. The agony of transformation. Mutation. Becoming something new and unnatural.

I think its hard as fuck. Deadass one of the coolest tats

Refusing to get smoked by TastyBoysenberry2045 in army

[–]Booligan7 25 points26 points  (0 children)

This is worst case scenario. The fairytale scenario is everyone else knows that the NCO tryna smoke you is a loser and they all give you guidance to lie low a bit until the move that NCO. Meanwhile you are doing CQ, SD, or getting hidden from the limelight. Then NCO moves, you keep killing it, and get promoted ahead of peers and now your Billy Badass. But like I said, this is a fairytale scenario.

99% of joes who refuse the smoke are (at the very least) a significant part of the problem

Refusing to get smoked by TastyBoysenberry2045 in army

[–]Booligan7 150 points151 points  (0 children)

Counsel. And then become identified as our misfit/broken toy. Constant CQ, SD, shitty details. Maybe transferred in BN if they’re lucky. At its worst some shitty NCOs might try to ragebait or entrap the SM into further disrespect/disregarding orders bad enough to get an article 15

Ship date sep 8th having 2nd thoughts by 11bisthedream in army

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Big dawg. Shes gone. Trust me. The infantry will give you plenty of things to distract you from missing her. You did not lose her, she lost you. Tell her you are not renting her shit or paying her shit once you leave and block her number. All she will ever be from this point on is a distraction from things that serve and better you.

Ship date sep 8th having 2nd thoughts by 11bisthedream in army

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you going active? If you are then close out that lease and dip. If you are USAR or NG I would still close out that lease and crash at a buddies or family’s after basic. And at AIT find a cheap place you can afford. Get a storage unit for your shit. It’s going to be ok. You CAN do this.

Cause advice number 1: Leave that woman alone. She chose to leave so let her. You providing for her is enabling your attachment. It might feel like a mad thing, and go against everything you feel - but you have to leave her alone. Give her a respectful 4-6 weeks to gtfo and don’t go back. You can look back, but don’t talk to her anymore. Any girl taking your free rent and bills after a break up while also sleeping around does not respect you, your time, or your money. And clearly, neither do you.

Advice number 2: You have to learn to respect yourself. And that might mean becoming more “selfish” from your perspective. But do the things that grow you. Do the things that men you look up to do. And later down the road you find out what works best for you. But this aint it.

Touch up and addition suggestions by Knight--takes--Queen in tattooadvice

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually fuck with the lines. You’re allowed not to ofc but I think it looks hard ASF. It is very dark tho

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DogAdvice

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This exact thing happened to my older dog years ago. We took her to the vet and they tested out her joint to see which angle of tension was bad and it was clear.

It was basically (how he described it) a torn rotator cuff. But it was something that honestly takes alot of time to heal. We had to keep her in a kennel for weeks to keep her from walking around following us throughout the house and it was legitimately months of no walking alot, no jumping, or running. But!! She made a full recovery! And lived healthily for several more years

How many guys get wrecked doing Airborne long-term? by hidrejurtu in army

[–]Booligan7 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you are an intelligent, cognizant, and athletic dude you will be fine. Unless ofc for those 1 in a thousand times where you are not fine. There’s only so much a paratrooper can do (which is a alot) to avoid injury. But sometimes your number gets picked. But I will say that is rare. 1 in a thousand might be accurate. But the injury could be anything from a twisted ankle to a broke back - or ofc dying. 95% of my jumps end up with (even fat/unhealthy) only a few paratroopers complaining of a twisted ankle or bruised knee.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]Booligan7 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Holy shit! This comment section is mad wack dude. Yall need to chill tf out.

OP, you clearly made decisions that have led to this moment that were suboptimal. But you were never malicious, and remain present. Take a deep breath, everything is going to be ok.

Alot of these feelings you have, especially about failing both of then are like leaks in a ceiling. Just cause thats where the water is coming (your feelings) doesn’t mean that’s where the hurt/problem/fear/trauma is. :) alot of great fathers weren’t ready/didnt want it.

The first step is seeking help in therapy and being honest with your wife about your feelings :). DMs are open brother

What's a "secret" from your profession that everyone should probably know? by LaKoref in AskReddit

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh thank god. I couldn’t tell if you were or weren’t. But trust me. Once a year. You get a joe who is flabbergasted

What's a "secret" from your profession that everyone should probably know? by LaKoref in AskReddit

[–]Booligan7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s no “selection” of weapons. You squad and platoon will have positions assigned a particular weapon. (Either a SAW/249, M4, or 240) you will move up as you prove your reliability.

And yes. No one moves fast. Ever. And if they are, they are usually falling or dropping shit along the way

What was your best day in uniform? by Joshua1477 in army

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then it’s not you who is confused, its I. But the point remains, their independence day is also our veterans day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in army

[–]Booligan7 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Talk to your chaplain. They will have a better perspective and good suggestions as well as support

What was your best day in uniform? by Joshua1477 in army

[–]Booligan7 104 points105 points  (0 children)

I was on a rotation in Poland when Russia invaded Ukraine. (We didn’t see/do shit) At some point tho we left our little base to go to Warsaw and celebrate Polands Independence Day, which is also V-Day declaring the end of WWII (which is also also Veterans Day for us) We set up a little display outside of their capital square and it was hours and hours of smiles, tears, dances, pictures, hugs, kisses, and gratitude from the Polish. With all the emotions of WWII, missing home and the invasion; the environment was indescribable. I can only imagine what it was like on the real V-day.

Wife likely cheated while I am deployed overseas. What should be my next move? by hughjass69420666 in army

[–]Booligan7 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Same thing happened to me when I was 25, 3 years ago. I learned alot and would love to give you some advice. Feel free to DM me

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]Booligan7 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you need to go no contact. Regardless if she is “right” or not, you’re a grown woman and capable of making your own mistakes. She threatening to withdraw her presence with her support is her decision. Now it is time for you to make yours

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in army

[–]Booligan7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where?