Texas_Veteran Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 I got a call earlier and I was given some good news, and some bad news. Lets start with the good news. I am getting promoted on January 1st to Staff Sergeant / E-6. Its a big jump in responsibility and pay that I have worked very hard for many years to attain. I knew that I was getting promoted, but I had no idea it was this soon. The bad news is that I won't be around this summer to enjoy my first California summer. I will be attached to a Marine Expeditionary Unit for at least six months doing a WestPac deployment. I will be deployed again which has me kind of bummed. I have deployed many times the past few years and I feel as if I deserve a break in the cycle. I guess I can't complain because I made the decision to stay in the military. I now have less than two weeks to find a place to stash my SSS, trailer, and my two motorcycles while I am away. Oh well, I guess I have to look at the bright side. I will get to see some amazing places while I am away. I'm going to shut up now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xlr82sxs Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 but, we surely appreciate what you all do for us! be safe brother and enjoy your next two weeks. try not to get too worked up.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00silverad0 Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 Movin up to E6 is a big step, I'm sure you have earned it though. Good luck with the MEU, stay safe and thank you for your service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman31 Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 but, we surely appreciate what you all do for us! be safe brother and enjoy your next two weeks. try not to get too worked up.. and congrats on your upcoming promotion! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Champion201 Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 CONGRATS TO YA SIR! Like has already been said, THANK YOU for your service! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixxerrider Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 Congrats on the Promotion. Deploying is what we do. good luck and come back safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOB47 Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 Congrats on the promotion. Your service is greatly appreciated. BTW: Just drive that truck to Michigan and I'll take good care of it for ya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brobradh77 Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 Congrats on the promotion and thanks for what you do. Did you ever make it down here like you said you would? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packjh Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 congrats on the extra stripe and drive your truck to ga...ill keep it in good hands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kissfans03ss Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 Congrats on your promotion and sorry about your deployment,just take care of yourself and the time will fly by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyrome Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 definitely congrats on the promotion and come back safe im sure we'll have a ton of stuff u can do to your truck with extra cash your makin now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitches040 Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 Congratulations on your Promotion Sergeant!!!! Hoo-Rah BTW ... speaking of bad news ... what ever happened to you and the complaint you were going to file against the Moving Company that helped you out in Dallas TX (if I remember correctly)???? Any word on that ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smoke03 Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 Be safe Brother! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KissMySilvSS Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 Congrats on the new promotion! Be safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
air force vm Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 Congrats on the Promotion. Deploying is what we do. good luck and come back safe I'm working on E-6 myself. For the Air Force that would be Tech Seargant. I hope that I get it this year aswell. Best of luck on your deployment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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