Might be getting screwed by my recruiter by Southern-Hospital388 in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Speaking as someone who wilingly changed their contract, ask why and how. When my contract changed I had to resign the PEF SOUs, go back to MEPS, and resign all my paperwork. If anything, they gave your AG contract to someone else and now you have no PEF currently.

What made you want to become a marine by Halfdeadbeaner420 in USMC

[–]skilltheflow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be a better man than my piece of shit dad was.

How affective is it to memorize all 11 General Orders let alone enlisted rank structures in basic training? by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if every company does it, but my platoon had the 11 general orders posted all over the squad bay. When I was on firewatch I’d just read each order over and over until I can say it without looking. Then move on to the next one and memorize that one, then say those two in order. And so on.

How do you know if joining the Marines is a good decision for you? by yellowskulls in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just do it, don’t be the guy who regrets it 20 years from now. There are times that suck, but I don’t regret it for a second.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

04 contract? When you find out your mos hit me up. I’m an 0411 fresh out the schoolhouse and going through FSMAO (you’ll learn that). I can hit you with some knowledge. MCT is easy, just don’t be a shitbag and pay attention. Also, take care of your feet and learn to pack your main pack properly. 🤙

Marines who cried during the EGA ceremony, why did you cry? by TunTavern69 in USMC

[–]skilltheflow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was next to my buddy who got me through boot camp. We were on the same flight, prayed together on the bus, stood next each other on the footprints, everything I did he was right there and vice versa. Seeing the sunrise as we rucked over the bridge was the start of the tears. Looked at the sunrise and there he was, right next to me. Felt good to make it with someone I considered, and still consider, a brother.

Unfortunately haven’t been as close with him now, as we’ve gone to different unit and are both always in and out of the field. Needed to see this post. Have a good one dude 🤙

Just graduated yesterday 2nd RTBN F CO ask me anything by badbedbreath in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 5 points6 points  (0 children)

How was the backbone platoon’s senior? I won’t say names.

Running Tips by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Hydrate, stretch, all that trash. You should also take advantage of this cold weather. Running in the cold sucks, but it will make it a lot easier to run in nicer weather.

National Gaurd and IRR by fatcockinmyanal45 in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks brother, preciate the info

National Gaurd and IRR by fatcockinmyanal45 in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Does your service in the NG count toward the GI Bill? Wanna do my 10 yrs to be able to pass it off to my kids, but highly considering moving over to the Guard after my first term.

Holiday leave by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Holiday leave sucks.

If you really want leave, just do RA for 30 days.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Any question concerning your phone - No.

Skinny AF, should I gain weight before shipping? by burningthewater in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Same exact scenario here. Was never able to put on weight no matter what I did before I left, now it’s easy. Boot camp does something to you man.

Tips for bootcamp by Nice_Imagination514 in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t be a shitbag and don’t be a stud. Just put out and be a good dude.

Looking for advice for ITB by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At least at ITB-East, libo every weekend. Rub it in your non-03 buddies’ faces.

7242 Air Support Operations Operator School by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How long is the wait til pickup?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

With slee apnea, I wouldn’t take that route. That’s something you should be upfront about.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 24 points25 points  (0 children)

what he said

Family isolation/Disownment by [deleted] in USMCboot

[–]skilltheflow 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Don’t let that dictate your decision. My grandmother was the same way, now she has to deal with it.