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"I hope you're fit in mind and body" I like to think I am | |||
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"I have just applied for the Royal Marines! Absolutely shitting my pants but very excited " Good luck  | |||
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"I have just applied for the Royal Marines! Absolutely shitting my pants but very excited " Good luck with it hunni | |||
"If you're bricking it now, maybe you're not cut out for the corps. You need to be scared by nothing, capable of being brain washed into the RM ethos, and fit as hell. Helps if you can't spell, some words like impossible, can't, couldn't, are not words they believe exist. A descriptive term that the matelots used 'sweating like a booty having spelling test' comes to mind. " Absolute pish  | |||
"Do you like the taste of crayons?" This is a basic entry level for all infantry...I like the taste of the green ones the best  | |||
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"Do you like the taste of crayons?" War cry of the cabbage mechanic  | |||
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"Thank you " You're welcome. My brother was a Royal Marine, about 40 years ago though! | |||
"If you're bricking it now, maybe you're not cut out for the corps. You need to be scared by nothing, capable of being brain washed into the RM ethos, and fit as hell. Helps if you can't spell, some words like impossible, can't, couldn't, are not words they believe exist. A descriptive term that the matelots used 'sweating like a booty having spelling test' comes to mind. " Not true, quite a few hard people get scared it's facing, over coming and controlling it that matters. If you're not scared of anything you'll do stupid things and put yourself and others at risk | |||
"Mate you have some absolute donuts on this thread, saying maybe your not cut out for it if your scared, screams like an absolute Walt if you ask me. As for spelling???....Say that to a boot necks face or a squaddie, that sentence would not be finished as they would jump down your neck. Being scared is normal, you are walking away from normal life into a situation most people only dream about...hence why there are so many Walter Mittys kicking about. You are joining something special, something that will be with you for life. Training is designed to teach you the mental mindset of difficult situations...when your getting beasted, just remember they can’t make you pregnant and once it’s over, you’ll be talking about those story’s for life, you will be part of something that is inspirational to most. You just have to remember to keep going, never give up, Training is hard, it’s there to teach you that...it is there for a reason. If you give up in training, you’ll give up in a firefight. It’s designed to break you, so they can rebuild you. Times will be hard..wet and cold, your brothers will keep a smile on your face. The harder the times the more you bond. When someone is shouting, picking you up on absolute anal stuff, just remember everyone has had to do it, put yourself in that screws position, he earned his beret, once you’ve reached his level would you want to let anyone wear it? Because you won’t, it will dilute what you’ve done and what your brothers before you have done. They won’t expect you to be a marine on day 1, do some fitness before you go, training will be gradual not instant. Done some reading about the marines before you, go and try and talk to some veterans, the more you want it the less likely you’ll give up. Enjoy it mate, if you want to PM me, more than happy to have a chat, I would want to support my fellow swinger lol rather than bring you down. I can talk from experience, so I can talk to you exactly how I left that day I got on the train to leave my home life behind..guess What I was scared...best thing I ever did tho " I don't think anyone is being a walter mitty unless you are accusing me which I'm happy to prove my 22 year stint. All the verbal slang and banter is part and parcel of the training. If he is put off by random profile's on a swingers calling him name's, then i also would agree that his career choice may not be ideal. Don't sugar coat it. Its hard. It's fucking brutal. Its just the way it is. I wish the guy all the best. If he PVR's during training its not a drama its not for him. Could be worse he could be wanting to join 1 PARA  | |||
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"If you read the posts above yours, you would understand which messages got my back up. At not one point does my post refer to yours. " Why let it get your back up? Its part and parcel of being in the military. Your coming accross as being offended on his behalf. It's veterans shooting the shit | |||
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"If you read the posts above yours, you would understand which messages got my back up. At not one point does my post refer to yours. Why let it get your back up? Its part and parcel of being in the military. Your coming accross as being offended on his behalf. It's veterans shooting the shit "Well said, worked with a fair few over the years, under the waves and 7 years supporting assault group around the world. Some of the best laughs I had. | |||
"Have you done your PRMC yet ? " Not yet, it has to be done over a video call with the current covid situation, my gcse results and all other documents are good and my application is being processed so it won’t be long | |||
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"Tell you what, I am down London quie often, how about we arrange to meet up and you can say the losing a life to my face doesn’t hold water or I’ll bring a few of my other friends that have lost legs etc. see where that comment lands you? As for the discount card boo hoo? That’s not the point I was making, I was making the point of recognising the service, a blue light person is welcomed with open arms, same as a student where as Military are seen in different light. Probably from people with the exact personality of the likes of you, why have you got a negative view of the military did your girlfriend/wife end up cheating on you with a squaddie? " Why should the service be recognised? What makes you any better than anyone else who goes to work to do a hard job? You are right, service personnel are seen in a different light but maybe you should ask yourself why. Maybe it's because of the attitude that some of you have to ordinary peoples opinions. (People who pay your wages by the way) I have formed the opinion i have through my experiences. I feel that's how opinions should be formed. I am more than happy to meet you, and as many of your mates as you care to take along, to discuss this further. Or to iron out our difference of opinion in whatever way you feel best suits the situation. Private message me to arrange. ........ | |||
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"I have sent a message to your inbox " Perfect, best way to deal with bullies...... | |||
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"I have sent a message to your inbox Perfect, best way to deal with bullies......" Waiting on your response mate. | |||
"I have sent a message to your inbox Perfect, best way to deal with bullies...... Waiting on your response mate." I hope yous fo meet I know who my money’s on hope your a fast runner lol | |||
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"I have sent a message to your inbox Perfect, best way to deal with bullies...... Waiting on your response mate. I hope yous fo meet I know who my money’s on hope your a fast runner lol" You are probably right guys but iI'd rather meet a bully head on than run away. My opinion may be different than his but is him beating me up going to change that opinion? | |||
"Tell you what, I am down London quie often, how about we arrange to meet up and you can say the losing a life to my face doesn’t hold water or I’ll bring a few of my other friends that have lost legs etc. see where that comment lands you? As for the discount card boo hoo? That’s not the point I was making, I was making the point of recognising the service, a blue light person is welcomed with open arms, same as a student where as Military are seen in different light. Probably from people with the exact personality of the likes of you, why have you got a negative view of the military did your girlfriend/wife end up cheating on you with a squaddie? Why should the service be recognised? What makes you any better than anyone else who goes to work to do a hard job? You are right, service personnel are seen in a different light but maybe you should ask yourself why. Maybe it's because of the attitude that some of you have to ordinary peoples opinions. (People who pay your wages by the way) I have formed the opinion i have through my experiences. I feel that's how opinions should be formed. I am more than happy to meet you, and as many of your mates as you care to take along, to discuss this further. Or to iron out our difference of opinion in whatever way you feel best suits the situation. Private message me to arrange. ........" Was a squaddie banging your Mrs | |||
"Tell you what, I am down London quie often, how about we arrange to meet up and you can say the losing a life to my face doesn’t hold water or I’ll bring a few of my other friends that have lost legs etc. see where that comment lands you? As for the discount card boo hoo? That’s not the point I was making, I was making the point of recognising the service, a blue light person is welcomed with open arms, same as a student where as Military are seen in different light. Probably from people with the exact personality of the likes of you, why have you got a negative view of the military did your girlfriend/wife end up cheating on you with a squaddie? Why should the service be recognised? What makes you any better than anyone else who goes to work to do a hard job? You are right, service personnel are seen in a different light but maybe you should ask yourself why. Maybe it's because of the attitude that some of you have to ordinary peoples opinions. (People who pay your wages by the way) I have formed the opinion i have through my experiences. I feel that's how opinions should be formed. I am more than happy to meet you, and as many of your mates as you care to take along, to discuss this further. Or to iron out our difference of opinion in whatever way you feel best suits the situation. Private message me to arrange. ........ Was a squaddie banging your Mrs "No mate, i just received an education and don't want to be led like a sheep  | |||
"Tell you what, I am down London quie often, how about we arrange to meet up and you can say the losing a life to my face doesn’t hold water or I’ll bring a few of my other friends that have lost legs etc. see where that comment lands you? As for the discount card boo hoo? That’s not the point I was making, I was making the point of recognising the service, a blue light person is welcomed with open arms, same as a student where as Military are seen in different light. Probably from people with the exact personality of the likes of you, why have you got a negative view of the military did your girlfriend/wife end up cheating on you with a squaddie? Why should the service be recognised? What makes you any better than anyone else who goes to work to do a hard job? You are right, service personnel are seen in a different light but maybe you should ask yourself why. Maybe it's because of the attitude that some of you have to ordinary peoples opinions. (People who pay your wages by the way) I have formed the opinion i have through my experiences. I feel that's how opinions should be formed. I am more than happy to meet you, and as many of your mates as you care to take along, to discuss this further. Or to iron out our difference of opinion in whatever way you feel best suits the situation. Private message me to arrange. ........ Was a squaddie banging your Mrs
No mate, i just received an education and don't want to be led like a sheep "Ah ok. So did you go to decent university? | |||
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"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces?" Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced." OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? " The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced." Hmm. But your making assumptions on what you read and see in the media. Have you served yourself? If not I can maybe explain why young people do join the forces a bit better. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has." I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. Hmm. But your making assumptions on what you read and see in the media. Have you served yourself? If not I can maybe explain why young people do join the forces a bit better." I have extensive knowledge and experience of military life. I know how harsh it is on everyone, especially families. I'm not in disagreement with you about the desire and opportunity to better themselves, I question the validity of sending the youth across the world to conflict areas, into danger for what end? To train young people for life after the army? I'm going to take pelters for this but there hasn't been one conflict the armed forces has the right to send young people into danger zones for since 1945. | |||
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"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? " Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces." I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. | |||
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"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. Hmm. But your making assumptions on what you read and see in the media. Have you served yourself? If not I can maybe explain why young people do join the forces a bit better. I have extensive knowledge and experience of military life. I know how harsh it is on everyone, especially families. I'm not in disagreement with you about the desire and opportunity to better themselves, I question the validity of sending the youth across the world to conflict areas, into danger for what end? To train young people for life after the army? I'm going to take pelters for this but there hasn't been one conflict the armed forces has the right to send young people into danger zones for since 1945." But as a young adult (18+) it's a decision that the individual joining is well aware of. If you have served you will be aware of your life situation at the time and the reason you joined. No such thing as national service anymore. As for training when you leave the forces, there are hundreds of tranferable skills that can be used in civillian life. As for conflicts, thats the lure. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. Hmm. But your making assumptions on what you read and see in the media. Have you served yourself? If not I can maybe explain why young people do join the forces a bit better. I have extensive knowledge and experience of military life. I know how harsh it is on everyone, especially families. I'm not in disagreement with you about the desire and opportunity to better themselves, I question the validity of sending the youth across the world to conflict areas, into danger for what end? To train young people for life after the army? I'm going to take pelters for this but there hasn't been one conflict the armed forces has the right to send young people into danger zones for since 1945. But as a young adult (18+) it's a decision that the individual joining is well aware of. If you have served you will be aware of your life situation at the time and the reason you joined. No such thing as national service anymore. As for training when you leave the forces, there are hundreds of tranferable skills that can be used in civillian life. As for conflicts, thats the lure. " Ah i see, the lure of fighting in conflict zones far away from home with the odds stacked in their favour against societies who have done nothing on us is how we should be hoping our youth see themselves. Spoken like a true aggressor. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. Hmm. But your making assumptions on what you read and see in the media. Have you served yourself? If not I can maybe explain why young people do join the forces a bit better. I have extensive knowledge and experience of military life. I know how harsh it is on everyone, especially families. I'm not in disagreement with you about the desire and opportunity to better themselves, I question the validity of sending the youth across the world to conflict areas, into danger for what end? To train young people for life after the army? I'm going to take pelters for this but there hasn't been one conflict the armed forces has the right to send young people into danger zones for since 1945. But as a young adult (18+) it's a decision that the individual joining is well aware of. If you have served you will be aware of your life situation at the time and the reason you joined. No such thing as national service anymore. As for training when you leave the forces, there are hundreds of tranferable skills that can be used in civillian life. As for conflicts, thats the lure. Ah i see, the lure of fighting in conflict zones far away from home with the odds stacked in their favour against societies who have done nothing on us is how we should be hoping our youth see themselves. Spoken like a true aggressor." And yet you look at other societies with the exact same agenda. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. " Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. | |||
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"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. " I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be." Your right your background doesn't make a difference. So let's stick to reality. The armed forces is a viable and career for many young men and women. | |||
"Mate you have some absolute donuts on this thread, saying maybe your not cut out for it if your scared, screams like an absolute Walt if you ask me. As for spelling???....Say that to a boot necks face or a squaddie, that sentence would not be finished as they would jump down your neck. Being scared is normal, you are walking away from normal life into a situation most people only dream about...hence why there are so many Walter Mittys kicking about. You are joining something special, something that will be with you for life. Training is designed to teach you the mental mindset of difficult situations...when your getting beasted, just remember they can’t make you pregnant and once it’s over, you’ll be talking about those story’s for life, you will be part of something that is inspirational to most. You just have to remember to keep going, never give up, Training is hard, it’s there to teach you that...it is there for a reason. If you give up in training, you’ll give up in a firefight. It’s designed to break you, so they can rebuild you. Times will be hard..wet and cold, your brothers will keep a smile on your face. The harder the times the more you bond. When someone is shouting, picking you up on absolute anal stuff, just remember everyone has had to do it, put yourself in that screws position, he earned his beret, once you’ve reached his level would you want to let anyone wear it? Because you won’t, it will dilute what you’ve done and what your brothers before you have done. They won’t expect you to be a marine on day 1, do some fitness before you go, training will be gradual not instant. Done some reading about the marines before you, go and try and talk to some veterans, the more you want it the less likely you’ll give up. Enjoy it mate, if you want to PM me, more than happy to have a chat, I would want to support my fellow swinger lol rather than bring you down. I can talk from experience, so I can talk to you exactly how I left that day I got on the train to leave my home life behind..guess What I was scared...best thing I ever did tho " I couldn't have said this any better! Welcome to the forces comrade!! Royal marines 99.9% need not apply Rooting for you mate and think the green beret will suit u! | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be. Your right your background doesn't make a difference. So let's stick to reality. The armed forces is a viable and career for many young men and women. " Agreed. Viable but unnecessarily dangerous. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be. Your right your background doesn't make a difference. So let's stick to reality. The armed forces is a viable and career for many young men and women. Agreed. Viable but unnecessarily dangerous. " As someone said above thats what appeals to the younger generation. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be. Your right your background doesn't make a difference. So let's stick to reality. The armed forces is a viable and career for many young men and women. Agreed. Viable but unnecessarily dangerous. As someone said above thats what appeals to the younger generation. " I find that disgusting. In that case, anyone who goes looking for danger can expect no sympathy when they find it. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be. Your right your background doesn't make a difference. So let's stick to reality. The armed forces is a viable and career for many young men and women. Agreed. Viable but unnecessarily dangerous. As someone said above thats what appeals to the younger generation. I find that disgusting. In that case, anyone who goes looking for danger can expect no sympathy when they find it." You may find it disgusting but again that's the reality of it. The individual signing up is well aware of the risks and chooses to proceed knowing they could pay the ultimate price. I don't know what your agenda is, but I doubt the young man that posted will be having second thoughts on joining. | |||
"So because you got a decent university education, that makes you better than those that joined or are thinking of joining the armed forces? Absolutely not. The op has started a thread about him joining the marines. I am of the opinion that young guys joining the military to put themselves through hell training, travelling far from home to put themselves in grave danger for an establishment who ultimately disregard them is a bad idea. I welcome the discussion that arises when the opposing point of view is voiced. OK cool. So why do you think young men and women choose a career path in the armed forces and don't want to go to university to further educate themselves? The reason I ask is my oldest son joined the forces. He wasn't the most academic at school so university for him was never an option. College was an option or an apprenticeship however these are few and far between these days. He decied to join the REME and is now serving with the Army Aircore as a an avionics technician. I know myself without the drive and discipline from the Army he would probably never achieved what he has. I commend him for doing so, and for being of enough strong character to get through it. I'm not trying to evoke a personal response but in your heart of hearts, can you honestly say that you are glad he is in the military? Wouldn't you much rather he had the opportunity to fulfil his potential without having to travel away from home, without the systematic bullying and in the relative safety of the private sector? Honestly. His dad is an aggressive alcoholic, 2 out of his 3 step brothers have been in and out of jail most of there adult lives. When I met my now husband he was serving and he was the best influence on my son at the time. My son even says himself that he was never presured into joining the forces but it just felt right. Yes I worry about him as I did my hubby but he is happy and loves his job. He would never have been where he is now if it wasn't for the forces. I'm sorry but i respectfully disagree. I think it's disgusting as a society that the failures of our successful governments to provide meaningful employment means that any young persons best options in life are to join the countries military. I wish him safety and security. Then I would say you are pretty much disconnected from the modern youth. You have had the privilege of a university career that thousands of families can't afford. It's great to be able to say lets not have an army and give all our young people the opportunity to have a prosperous careers in life but that's not the reality is it. I paid for my own education. I'm from a broken home. And questioning my background doesn't make any difference to the overall argument. I agree that it isn't the reality......but it should be. Your right your background doesn't make a difference. So let's stick to reality. The armed forces is a viable and career for many young men and women. Agreed. Viable but unnecessarily dangerous. As someone said above thats what appeals to the younger generation. I find that disgusting. In that case, anyone who goes looking for danger can expect no sympathy when they find it. You may find it disgusting but again that's the reality of it. The individual signing up is well aware of the risks and chooses to proceed knowing they could pay the ultimate price. I don't know what your agenda is, but I doubt the young man that posted will be having second thoughts on joining. " I don't have an agenda, just an opinion. | |||
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"Mate you have some absolute donuts on this thread, saying maybe your not cut out for it if your scared, screams like an absolute Walt if you ask me. As for spelling???....Say that to a boot necks face or a squaddie, that sentence would not be finished as they would jump down your neck. Being scared is normal, you are walking away from normal life into a situation most people only dream about...hence why there are so many Walter Mittys kicking about. You are joining something special, something that will be with you for life. Training is designed to teach you the mental mindset of difficult situations...when your getting beasted, just remember they can’t make you pregnant and once it’s over, you’ll be talking about those story’s for life, you will be part of something that is inspirational to most. You just have to remember to keep going, never give up, Training is hard, it’s there to teach you that...it is there for a reason. If you give up in training, you’ll give up in a firefight. It’s designed to break you, so they can rebuild you. Times will be hard..wet and cold, your brothers will keep a smile on your face. The harder the times the more you bond. When someone is shouting, picking you up on absolute anal stuff, just remember everyone has had to do it, put yourself in that screws position, he earned his beret, once you’ve reached his level would you want to let anyone wear it? Because you won’t, it will dilute what you’ve done and what your brothers before you have done. They won’t expect you to be a marine on day 1, do some fitness before you go, training will be gradual not instant. Done some reading about the marines before you, go and try and talk to some veterans, the more you want it the less likely you’ll give up. Enjoy it mate, if you want to PM me, more than happy to have a chat, I would want to support my fellow swinger lol rather than bring you down. I can talk from experience, so I can talk to you exactly how I left that day I got on the train to leave my home life behind..guess What I was scared...best thing I ever did tho " THIS | |||
"I have just applied for the Royal Marines! Absolutely shitting my pants but very excited " What made you apply | |||
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You've convinced me, you're right, I'm wrong. ...lol"Not really. You have accused me of being a "true aggressor". Does that make you a "true victim" in this case? Like you said above its just your opinion. Nothing more. | |||
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