Hi everyone,
So I just found out I got a few ratings for service connected disability from when I was in the Army. One for my wrist and one for my neck. Its not much money per month, but I figure if I start investing it maybe in 25-30 years when I retire it could be a decent chunk of change...
http://www.nbcolympics.com/video/diggins-randall-relive-their-dramatic-gold-medal-moment
Skip to 1:45 if you want to see the race finish. Absolutely amazing, she was back a good ways on the final stretch and gutted it out to beat Sweden.
If this doesn't make you proud of your country, nothing...
Hey everyone,
My wife and I just bought a new home and gutted the kitchen. We already ordered our cabinets and cannot decide for our countertops. We've been all over the map.
First we wanted Marble, then quartz, then granite..then back to quartz....Basically we can't decide what is best for...
Wife and I are in the market for a new truck in the near future. We are considering new only, and the vehicle will be a secondary vehicle. We just bought a new house and cannot make do without a truck any longer.
The only requirements are it has to be 4x4, and it needs a large bed. I...
Well I just finished the vacation of a lifetime. I wanted to share a few pictures to try to convince others to visit if they are able. It was absolutely the most beautiful place I have ever been. I have about 1200 photos and its difficult to choose which ones to share. Heres a couple.
Wine...
Going to New Zealand in January for two weeks. Gonna spend a week in both islands. There is so much to see that I am torn what route to take. Hoping someone has been before and can offer some tips on what to see. Thanks ahead of time.
I was hoping we had some SA's on the forum (hoping for particularly ATF). I am about a year into the Schedule B application process and have a few questions. Please PM me if you have the ability to answer a few general questions.
I'll be visiting Krakow, Prague, and Budapest in a few weeks. My wife and I are going for a total of 11 days and looking for some tips on activities/bars/restaurants. Were driving in between the cities and staying downtown in all three.
Anyone that has been before, we would appreciate some...
So I am transitioning out of the Army and moving into corporate America (oh goodie!). I was offered a well paying job as a entry level manager within a factory in the aerospace industry. The downside is they only offer 10 days paid vacation leave starting out. I believe it jumps to 15 days...
I am trying to decide on a new pack for myself. I've been looking at several options consisting of the Camelbak Trizip, Mystery Ranch 3-Day asslt, and the Eberlestock X2 Pack. The pack is primarily used for work (Army) but I want something I can use for hiking/vacation/traveling. Prefer...
I was thinking about this today, and figured out how to calculate everything Ive bought on Amazon from the beginning of time.
If you go to Your Account > Download Order Reports > Open up Excel sheet and sum the total column
I got $12,179 from JAN2009 to today. Im curious what some of the...
My Battalion Commander is looking for a new design for our Battalion t-shirts. Although I cant design logos myself, SVTP was the first place I came hoping to find someone to do it.
While I cant offer any cash for this, it will be used weekly by over 600 Soldiers in an Infantry Battalion for...
3 reported killed in shooting at Maryland mall
3 reported killed in shooting at Maryland mall - CNN.com
I hope the 2 people killed RIP. Its too bad all these dumb Maryland politicians walk around with armed body guards, but take away firearms from the average person. That state is...
Walmart Wins Again As Washington D.C. Mayor Vetoes $12.50 Minimum Wage - Forbes
Its absolutely disgusting. I was watching the news today and the news lady was complaining about "How do you expect to raise a family of four making 8.50 an hour at Walmart?"
No ****ing shit youre not...
Game day is finally here. If the Ravens dont spot Denver 14 special teams points again, Im pretty confident in a victory. Even with a loss, Im just glad footballs back:banana:
Relive the last game here. (broncos fans I suggest you not watch)
Ravens Win. Everyone Goes Nuts. - YouTube
Walt gives Hank the Wrong CD - YouTube
:lol: I still remember that Malcolm in the middle episode. Not really a spoiler but its from most recent episode if you havent seen it yet.
I know we have some Ft Bliss/ El Paso people on here that can offer some advice. I am PCSing out to Bliss anytime in the next few months. Im thinking that I want to buy with a VA loan. I have been looking all over Zillow trying to get a feel for whats out there and what prices are in certain...
Just got back from a 2 week trip to Alaska. Was a once in a lifetime trip. I figured I would share some of my photos. October is supposed to be an ugly month to visit, but I disagree. It was very beautiful. We visited Anchorage, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Valdez, Seward, and other...