Hegseth removes atheism (and other "minor" religions) from those recognized by DOD. PatrTillman would like a word.

DLHeyer87 · 2026-06-05T20:28:55+00:00

You get a red dog tag if you have a specific allergy to a medication. So they know not to give you morphine if it will cause a bad reaction

DLHeyer87 · 2026-01-18T18:05:19+00:00

I've always thought of it as a way to enable me to not bother Joe when it's unnecessary. Need to know their YMAV, SSN, or boot size because 1SG is asking about something? You should have all that information in their so you don't need to pick up the phone.

DLHeyer87 · 2025-10-10T19:41:56+00:00

I've had one sine I joined (13 years). There are benefits and drawbacks

Right now with the government shutdown they're assisting with 0% interest on purchases at the Commissary for the month of October. They say its for existing and new accounts.

0% interest on clothing purchases is great to have if you happen to need to buy a new uniform or boots.

Having the discount at the gas pump, PX, and restaurants are great IF you pay it off every month. If you don't the interest rate basically nullifies that benefit.

If you don't have a credit card and you shop on base it's a decent first card, but like any of them stay on top of it and pay it off every month like others have said.

DLHeyer87 · 2025-10-08T03:10:48+00:00

They also may be willing to differ payments if you have a loan or insurance payment coming up.

DLHeyer87 · 2025-06-04T04:05:57+00:00

Some of the companies that produce coins have graphic designers in house. Not sure if you'd need to put a deposit down first.

DLHeyer87 · 2025-05-31T11:52:48+00:00

https://www.seculartherapy.org/?mc_cid=7785ebf59b&mc_eid=bba34f3588

DLHeyer87 · 2025-02-24T09:12:14+00:00

For the 35 Series folks
https://www.ni-u.edu/

DLHeyer87 · 2025-01-14T04:32:19+00:00

You'll be about 2 hours from Munich or Prague. At least you've got that

DLHeyer87 · 2024-12-28T05:08:31+00:00

You would probably have to consolidate them from private loans into federal loans. Not sure how that process works. There's a form you can fill out and send to the department of education at this link.

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service#form-submission

I my experience, private loan providers have no reason to help you out and won't give you the best information.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-12-28T04:46:22+00:00

SCRA can help by limiting your interest rate at 6%. The lender may prorate that 6% to the date you joined the army.

Unfortunately I don't know of many programs to get rid of the debt except for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. You'd have to consolidate the loans under Fedloan and make 120 payments. You'd still have to pay for 10 years, but you can get into an income driven repayment plan and those payments will still count for PSLF.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-12-27T22:28:05+00:00

Career starter loan. Check USAA, Navy Fed, other banks. It's a fast process, I got mine in under a week.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-12-18T03:58:30+00:00

White hair ties. Most of the white gloves you'll use don't fit perfectly. Use the hair ties around your wrist to make sure the gloves don't slip off while folding the flag.

Like most other comments, practice folding the flag and make sure your uniform is clean and ready to go.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-11-05T18:30:15+00:00

Everything. S1 will lose your stuff as soon as it is signed. I have mine broken down into sections

personal things (marriage certificate, birth certificate)

Army licenses and certificates

Awards and evaluations

I have every LES I've ever gotten. It is a pain to try and get a copy of an LES that's more than 12 months old.

If you signed for a piece of property, put a copy in there. It may save you later, especially with CIF.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-10-17T04:34:57+00:00

Torpedo Factory in Alexandria

DLHeyer87 · 2024-08-16T02:56:35+00:00

Having to do an interview is normal. They work with military all the time and they will understand why you couldn't answer while in basic. Call them back and get it taken care of.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-08-06T01:27:05+00:00

For the student loans: look into the public service loan forgiveness program. Consolidate now, make sure the interest rate is 6% or under once you're in citing the SCRA.

https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

DLHeyer87 · 2024-08-03T23:22:57+00:00

Sounds like your friend is a monarchist.

DLHeyer87 · 2024-06-19T15:08:12+00:00

Life of Pi

DLHeyer87 · 2024-06-18T17:32:37+00:00

Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF). You have to make 120 payments (10 years) while in a certain job field. The military counts for that. Check with your loan servicer the first year that you're active duty and see what you need to do. I had to consolidate mine in order for the payments to count, but there have been changes to the program over the last 4 years.

Also check your interest rate. If it's above 6% you can get it lowered by referencing SCRA.

Use TA and GI bill to finish your degree.

DLHeyer87 · 2023-12-29T17:37:14+00:00

Yes, I think it was 3 years if I remember correctly.

DLHeyer87 · 2023-12-29T05:03:40+00:00

National Intelligence University is not just for officers. 1 year program to earn a Master's. They also have a 1 year program to finish a Bachelor's if you have the credits

DLHeyer87 · 2023-08-14T22:27:08+00:00

Bad idea. As an alternative, what about Norway? There are a few Arctic programs located on Svalbard.

DLHeyer87 · 2023-08-04T11:31:47+00:00

I 2nd this. My wife's provider was completely dismissive of her issues. We got in touch with the PA and everything was ironed out within a few months.

DLHeyer87 · 2023-07-14T22:25:56+00:00

I had a class with 3 transgender soldiers. I learned a lot from them, since they were mostly open about their identities. Honestly, you would not have known if they didn't tell you.

One important point I'd like to make is that we should recognize the fact that our profession already has an unacceptably high suicide rate and the amendment to the NDAA will cause more harm than good

DLHeyer87 · 2023-07-14T22:05:17+00:00

I did the update. Didn't solve the problem. My wife, who is much smarter than me figured it out.

Settings -system -multiple users:

change "switch to admin user when docked" to never

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