I have been a lurker here for some time, returning from time to time to soak up some more of that acerbic brand of humor I know Rangers are famous for.
Before I introduce myself, let me say that I appreciate your service and know, that as the son of a Ranger, you do our country proud.
Up until 3 days ago, I was a defense contractor at US Joint Forces Command in Suffolk, Virginia. For about 2 years, it's been eating away at me that while contractors make a good living for their families, not very many of them experience the job satisfaction of being a professional soldier. So, even though *today* was supposed to be my last day, I told my boss to stick it a few days early.
I return to active duty with the Nasty Girl....er National Guard on Monday. I know it's not the 173rd, but I need to ease my wife into the prospect of me being a fulltime soldier again.
Before I left active duty, I was headed for the 3-319 FA. I injured my knee for the third time and decided that that was it and REFRADed.
It's taken me a while to realize that my first professional love is with the Army, and so my decision to get back in. I am incredibly excited about getting back into uniform and serving alongside the best people our country has to offer.
Anyways, I am looking forward to discussing some things with the Ranger vets on this board. I am pushing 33 years old, but I would really like to fulfill my dream of following in my Dad's footsteps and becoming a Ranger, myself.
Once again, it's been a pleasure reading your stories and advice and I'm looking forward to becoming an active poster on this forum.
Brian
