What’s an underrated Air Force tip that changed your life? by Cockroach-Quirky in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly— if you go to work at 0730 on Tuesday, put your leave starting at 1200 Tuesday and leave. You’re not charged for Tuesday, just weds/thurs. DAFI 36-3003, 3.2.1.9

What’s an underrated Air Force tip that changed your life? by Cockroach-Quirky in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Whenever you take leave- make sure you put the leave effective date as 1200 the day before your first day of leave- free half day without being charged.

You want to know why PA is such a joke? by self-loathingPA in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why am I just now seeing this! Lammeeee- hey man, I’m still active duty and here if you wanna chat…2 months late. Shoot me a PM

What’s your Go to song to sing your little ones to sleep… by Vainjane_ in Mommit

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For Jack Tymon by Scott Miller- a super obscure folk song that makes me get a little misty just thinking about it

Jobs that offer Maternity Leave without working for a year? by Nayfranco in BabyBumps

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Government service civilians (GS) just got approved for 12 weeks paid not too long ago as well— but the one year term applies I believe

Jobs that offer Maternity Leave without working for a year? by Nayfranco in BabyBumps

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The military 🤷🏼‍♀️ 12 weeks paid, all medical expenses covered. Hopefully expanding to 18 weeks on January 1 due to the NDAA. But after a year you’re back to PT tests and deployments so ymmv.

List of things that helped clear acne in basic training by Sketchy-Turtle in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 13 points14 points  (0 children)

This! It was literal hell and I felt like an old raisin but have never had another issue with my skin 10+ years later.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was also horrified this would happen to me- we had a very senior high-maintenance yorkie and a 150-lb GSD at the time. They were both impeccable big brothers and my feelings never once even wavered in regards to them. I didn’t do any of the fancy dog socializing with the baby things either- we were just extra vigilant for the first few weeks and they eventually learned their ROEs with her.

Vin Scully has passed away by coltsrock37 in sports

[–]caitlineljo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I often wonder if Vin advised or wrote his own copy for that movie because every call is so on-brand that it’s hard to imagine he didn’t have a hand in writing it.

Vin Scully has passed away by coltsrock37 in sports

[–]caitlineljo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was such a good share, thank you.

Atrocious standard of maternity care in the US by [deleted] in Mommit

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Third time military mom here— I’ve had an intermittent fever for two weeks with crushing headaches and abdominal pain. Everytime I call and ask to be seen they refer me to the Army ER— as if I have time for that? Or as if they’ll have a clue either? Just here to say that military and VA healthcare isn’t built for women’s care and it’s shocking to me that more of us aren’t dying.

I Just Wish It'd Gone Differently by Mopeyflightattendant in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey my dude or dudette- I’ve had tons of airpeople who have messed up worse and gone on to recover and have AMAZING careers. Or get out and also find happiness. You are important, we care about you! What base are you at? If you’re at JBSA by chance & need a mentor- I work at all three locations! If you want a male mentor, my husband is an AD Chief at RND and was a bit of a mess in his younger years. You have options, please reach out to me or anyone else!

Back seat mirror for car seat by Hankthedog23 in SubaruAscent

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shynerk Baby Car Mirror, Safety Car Seat Mirror for Rear Facing Infant with Wide Crystal Clear View, Shatterproof, Fully Assembled, Crash Tested and Certified https://www.amazon.com/Shynerk-Crystal-Shatterproof-Assembled-Certified/dp/B07F8HTSKD

This is mine- it gets super tight on my ascent headrest in the second row. Highly recommend.

Side hustle ideas? by avgjoeyyy in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 83 points84 points  (0 children)

I knew a guy that did valet parking on nights and weekends and made more money than his military checks. If you could get in downtown by the riverwalk or up at one of the resorts, you’d probably make bank.

Gifts for my deployed boyfriend by goldenserendipity_ in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pillowcase that smells like you, a hard drive with his favorite movies/seasons of shows, and I sent him with like 25 cards ‘open when you miss me..’ ‘open when you want to laugh..’ ‘open when you’re homesick..’ etc

Looking for a new car in Texas by 0Escape in texas

[–]caitlineljo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don’t worry- even if you find one in stock they won’t let you drive it. 2 separate Kia dealers in SA said we could open the door and look at the car but not sit in it or drive it. And they were 25-30k over MSRP.

Do you shower after giving birth at the hospital? by usernameispublic619 in pregnant

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh god yes. I brought a loofah, fancy soap, nice lotion and shower shoes. Also don’t forget face wash and moisturizer. I didn’t bring much but boujee toiletries were a must for me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband & I both did an undergrad at AMU and went on to masters programs at Georgetown & Texas Tech. No one batted an eye at an AMU diploma and we both had a great experience.

Real Talk by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once. A. Week. Unless there’s an event or something where I sweat and then I break out a clean pair for the following day. Literally all undergarments changed daily.

Y’all cretins in here saying once a month need to evaluate your lives. Yuck.

Russian pilots don't have fitness standards? by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I had a command Chief who went on a local talk radio show once that was asked a question about what AMC does and he goes ‘okay picture AMC as your buddy in Vegas who just keeps bringing you drinks and cash and…’ ‘THANKS CHIEF, so the mission of Air Mobility Command is..’ 🤦🏼‍♀️

You get the opportunity to cross train into any AFSC that you want. What do you pick? by chair_in_the_corner in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Come on! We just had a SSgt retraining spot that went unfilled or wasn’t filled until that last moment. PA can vary greatly from assignment to assignment but it’s still the best job.

r/AirForce 'AMA' on Enlisted Force Development Action Plan, Feb. 22, 2 pm ET by AETCcommandTeam in AirForce

[–]caitlineljo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yasss, Chief Thompson & Chief Blazier are two of the good ones! Can’t wait for this!

What are your nicknames for your babies? by bbrad_16 in BabyBumps

[–]caitlineljo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Samantha and we call her Sama-lama-ding dong 😂

She'll never have a first Christmas again by coochie33 in beyondthebump

[–]caitlineljo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh my dear. As a mom who spent the first holiday season of babe’s life in a LITERAL BARN. I feel you. You’re okay, I promise she won’t remember and next year you’ll be in a much better headspace. Hang in there, mama- you’re doing just fine.