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Gator, Maybe I'd heard enough about the book (without spoilers) prior to reading, that I had an idea of what to expect. Just prior to starting the book, a friend of mine told me "Despite its status, don't expect a Shakespearean work of classical fiction. Take it at face value, there is no...

From a humorous/satirical side, finished Catch 22 a few months ago. Great read. On a heavier note, anyone looking to gain some insight on the tenuous balance of "peace" and war, I recommend "On the Origins of War: And the Preservation of Peace". Not light reading, but the author does a very...

Mama Leones... When I was in Newport, most of the wait staff were SWOS ensigns... Made it a wee bit interesting as a Midn Candidate...

It may help, specifically with SWO-IP as it shows you already know the field and also hold some certs. I'm an IP, feel free to shoot me a PM if need be.

Chris, In short, yes, you can get into the aviation industry with a CS degree. It depends on what you want to do. M degree is in Computer Science, and I started life in the Navy as an NFO. If you want to fly, it doesn't matter your degree. I went through API with a Marine who's degree is in...

Alrighty, I am going to resurrect the everloving sh*t out of this thread. So here goes nothing. For those of you that don't know me, I'm a former Prowler ECMO turned Information Professional Officer. Yup, I traded my 3 for an 8. Did my JO tour with VAQ-133, paid my penance at Ye Merry Olde...

PenguinGal and Uncle Fester have it about right. In any community, military or otherwise, you've got your good guys, your complete toolbags and everything in between. I've come across a few Aviators & NFO's that were complete retardiots, and SWOs that were pretty cool dudes. It comes down to...

IP isn't being very selective right now. At least not at the Lateral Boards, which my translate to the re-des boards. IW and AMDO are a good way to go as well.

Being a good officer and a good husband are not mutually exclusive. Speaking from experience, I agree with the post that said it is entirely up to the people - reference my and a few others on here and our "practice wives, aka manatees". However, I will say that I am now very happily married...

BzB, DC's been a ride to say the least. I definitely plan on being back on the boards more now that the tour is winding down and I'm back on a career path in the Navy. To the OP, keep truckin'. Dan's post is spot on as well. I'd also suggest having your son poke around on here a bit as well...

Second rob's post. Getting the nomination just means that the respective Academy can offer an appointment. As for a specific probability, there really isn't one. Is there an increased chance that he'll get in? Maybe, as he's cleared on more hurdle. However, that's just what it is - another...

Yes... to both.

Absolutely love Moose Drool. Problem is I can't find it in DC. Dogfish Head 60/90/120 are great as well. I'm also very partial to Stone Brewery's more hoppy creations: Arrogant Bastard and Double Bastard (both in regular and oaked), Ruination IPA and Old Guardian. Right now, my everyday...

I'd love to see that presentation. Any chance you might be able to share with the group? Always good to learn more history.

Now for the thread resurrection. And yeah, I've been a bit dormant lately. So the lateral transfer thing worked out on the second try, and I'm no longer a 1300... Picked up for 1820 (IP) on the June '13 boards. Negotiating orders now, so we'll see what happens. Cheers, Bubba

Mine: SUDS - Shut Up Dumb Shit. I was the FNG that talked (and probably still do) waaaay too much. Skipper at the time started calling me Ike. At some point, I was mouthing off during a game of call of duty, and one of the other JO's says to me "Dude, shut up dumb shit!" And it stuck. Had...

Swing dancing with your girlfriend doesn't count as a workout... But in all seriousness, a good point. Getting a good base will help out alot. I found that by mixing pushups in with my daily workouts, it helped considerably. Honestly, the only way you'll get better at doing pushups is to get...

My philosophy (and it has worked for me, at the suggestion of an office mate): Grease the groove. The idea is to do a lot of reps of a specific exercise. This works well with motions like pushups, situps, dips and pullups. The idea is to figure out what you max is - say 10 for the exercise...

So there was once an Air Force JO in a Navy squadron that for some reason, the then XO didn't too much take a shine to. The Captain was, and remains to this day, a generally funny and good dude. As is the standard in this man's military, The Captain, who shall remain nameless, checks out of the...

We also want to see his birth certificate and his commission. Just sayin'

Agree with all of the above. Though I usually stay in Carolina. Although I spent most of my time in PR on a little outpost called Roosevelt Roads...

In Viejo San Juan - Don Collins. Handmades. Not a great cigar, but a good solid smoke. That and they usually have some good deals going on.

Trvs, I'll agree - My Uzi Weighs a Ton is a great cigar. I've also found that if a beer and a cigar share a name, they usually go great together - a la Stone Ruination IPA and the Man'o'War Ruination.

Oh where do I start - Gurkha (And anything else created by Mr. K. Hansotia) - Specifically Triple Ligero, Spec Ops, Blue Steel, Legend and others. Acid - One, Kuba Kuba, Nasty, Nefasto, Ming, Extra Ordinary Larry, Earthiness, Cold Infusion Tea, 3, Opulence Drew Estates (makers of Acid) 5 Vegas...

I use the Fusion ProGlide. As for my shaving routine: I have one of those exfoliating gloves that I wash my face with before I shave. And I've found that the Up&Up (Target store brand) oatmeal shaving cream works best, followed by an anti-acne face wash. After I'm dry, I use Bump Patrol...

As a guy who used to get razor bumps bad enough to where it hurt to shave: I went to the doc and asked for something. I some stuff to put on my face every morning after I shaved. It helped. I also talked to a few people and changed up my shaving routine.I had a 48 hr "no shave chit", which was...

I don't know that that would make any difference on your resume or that any non-aviator (or aviator for that matter) would care. ASTB scores have no bearing on how you would have done actually in the aircraft.. Its a metric used to make a selection process selective. Whatever job you're...

Not really. I was young, and I was broke... Didn't work out so well. The key to divorce is not marrying a manatee.

KBay spawning? What's the world coming to? But in all seriousness, congrats.

Good point, as KBay isn't exactly perfect... BUt on a serious note, yeah... I think both are a cop out. At some point as responsible ADULTS, you've got to realize that there is a reason for every choice you make. And when those choices lead to a fuck-up, you've got to understand why you did...

KBay is exactly right. The one thing that I feel the Academy doesn't teach is the difference between and answer and an excuse. The intent of the "No excuse sir" is to get you to take responsibility for your fuck-ups as a Plebe. After Plebe year, it should completely go away. It is a cop out...

Good luck to your nephew.

Definitely know a few on the list, including a former skipper...

I'm partial to Sicily right now. Good food, lots of history and sight seeing, nice people and a good night life. Been there a few times, and I'd love to go back. Optimal place to stay is Catania, as there are alot of good hotels, its easy to get to the rest of the island, and it seems to be...

Not to threadjack the threadjack, but I said I'd find a link. Since I keep at least some of my promises, here it is: http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2012/robots-hand-gestures-0314.html (copyrighted material)

True story.

I found her at a sports bar in Durham, NC.

Didn't marry rich, but my wife definitely supports my golf, scotch, beer and cigar habits... So long as I indulge her with the occasional bottle of vodka or a six pack of Corona... Small price to pay, but definitely a good return on investment... And before you guys ask for proof, she bought...

On that note, I read an article about a group of computer nerds that are trying to develop gesture recognition software for UAV's. In other words, they theoretically could be able to follow a PC's hand signals for taxi instructions... I'll see if I can find a link to the article.

Agree with ea6. You're gonna want some peace and quiet in the dark. I had my eyes lasered in college... And had to hang sheets and blankets around my bed to keep the light out. Luckily, my roommates were cool and helped me out a lot. I'd say go for a suite with two rooms (if the money part isn't...

fonzie, Welcome to the boards. Cheers, Bubba

TJ & Citation, Like the models. Citation, PM sent.

The procedures for sending it in are pretty simple. Call the customer service desk at (901) 874-4881/4882/3313 and they can give you the address to send it to If the copy you have still has the reporting senior's SSN, just send a copy to NPC. If not, you need to contact the command or...

Brett, Ditto for me.

The one about alcohol affecting a man's ability to adequately determine 1 or 0? Or is there some other stereotype I'm missing? I mean, someone else obviously thought she was a 1.

Didn't notice she was pregnant... Guess that's what I get for watching the video on my iPhone and while not completely sober.

Neighbor girl... Meh. On scene reporter... Yes.

Glad you're OK. Now I need to watch the video...

They profiled a few of his engagements on Dogfights on Discovery a while back. one of the better episodes and the only one I've watched more than once.

My last front seat trap was with Bozo.