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BlackPearl
There are many who feel as I do. Sometimes they are hard to find through all the craziness but we are here.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 16, 2006 at 9:23 AM
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Ahhh, Bless you, bel,
You're such a sweetheart. The world needs more like you. :)
posted by
BlackPearl1
on July 16, 2006 at 9:21 AM
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BlackPearl
Silly as this is, I pray that you will be able to stay in places that don't have green zones! Stay safe and be proud without folks like you we wouldn't have a free country.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 16, 2006 at 9:18 AM
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Hi, bel,
I'm in the army. When I'm not traveling, I wear a uniform to work, now the ACUs. I guess everybody's changing uniforms nowadays. It's going to take quite a bit of getting used to for most of us who've been around for a while. And, you're welcome. :) Thanks for your tremendous support. :)
posted by
BlackPearl1
on July 16, 2006 at 9:12 AM
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BlackPearl
You are reserve? Guard? No matter, thank you for what you do! LOL I told Carl I am just going to take them out back and hose them down. Make sure no bleach and only tide with nothing but soap in it LOL!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 4:40 PM
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Hi, bel,
I just wore my new ACU's for the first time last week. One of my co workers in the Navy calls them pajamas, too. It's definitely going to take some getting used to. I washed them today, and I have them hanging now. I have this overwhelming urge to iron them, though I know we can't. I was once the queen of shining boots, too. Something about this new uniform seems to feel lazy to me. I know it's all in my head, but I just feel that way about it, even if it is lighter, cooler material. Oh well. Just my thoughts.
posted by
BlackPearl1
on July 15, 2006 at 4:36 PM
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Maggie
I am guessing these next two will go tons faster than last year did. Of course I am counting the hope that he will actually hang up the uniform and call it good. He swears he will but I have heard that in the past. Whatever he does I will stand behind him.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:48 PM
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What did I tell you, bel - two years is a snap! Be proud!
posted by
MaggieMae
on July 15, 2006 at 2:44 PM
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Justi
Thank you so much. I am very proud of him no matter what he wears as well. It just makes me sad to see the old way go.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:39 PM
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bel
I am proud of Carl what ever he wears as a uniform because he is proud of his military career. He is proud of this country. He is proud of the values that hold us together. You are a good wife. Both of you be blessed.
posted by
Justi
on July 15, 2006 at 2:33 PM
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I know Shelly
It sucks!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:32 PM
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Corbin
YEP and I haven't inflicted bodily harm on even one person!!! Thanks Hon!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:32 PM
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Blanche
Given whenever I need something ironed I give it to Carl, I am grateful that the Army taught him such a useful skill LOL!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:31 PM
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Jim
I wish we lived in a world where that were possible. Until that time, I am grateful that we have those willing to step up and do what is needed to be done.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:29 PM
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Avant
I am! Thank you.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:28 PM
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Manda
Thank you, I'm sort of fond of him LOL!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 2:28 PM
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Bel,
Carl is a very handsome man.
posted by
Amanda__
on July 15, 2006 at 1:25 PM
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Bel
A very handsome chap. You must be very proud.
posted by
avant-garde
on July 15, 2006 at 11:59 AM
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I wish our soldiers could only be used by UN peacekeeping forces
posted by
Shams-i-Heartsong
on July 15, 2006 at 10:15 AM
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Bel, MG learned to iron by pressing uniforms, I can't fault the Army for
teaching him that. That and shining his shoes, he still does to this day. It's not a bad thing for a man to know.
posted by
Blanche.
on July 15, 2006 at 9:53 AM
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Bel....
still Hanging in there?
posted by
Corbin_Dallas
on July 15, 2006 at 9:05 AM
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Well there goes the "I love a guy in uniform" talk..
posted by
shelly_b
on July 15, 2006 at 9:00 AM
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Darkke
I hadn't thought of that! The unit is getting a new commander too!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 8:38 AM
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Trying to make military life a little easier? Sounds like a plan to get more people to sign up...I heard a few months ago they've relaxed some of the requirements to get in...like tatoos and piercings. Maybe they don't think the new recruits can be trusted with an iron? The velcro doesn't make much sense though. I can just see the soldiers swapping name tags to try to confuse people. Hey, new comander's coming in today...who do you want to be?
posted by
DarrkeThoughts
on July 15, 2006 at 8:26 AM
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Pat
it's supposed to be more practical (more practical, ugh lousy grammar LOL). I don't know how practical a uniform can be when everything is velcro'd on. patches and name tags are inspectable and if they are caught on something etc... I doubt the soldier will be thrilled about that.
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 7:49 AM
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Why'd they change it?
posted by
Pat_B
on July 15, 2006 at 7:37 AM
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Offbeats
That photo is the OLD uniform and yes it does look good!!!
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 6:42 AM
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bel
Looks good to me!!!
posted by
Offy
on July 15, 2006 at 6:38 AM
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Thanks MC
posted by
bel_1965
on July 15, 2006 at 6:34 AM
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Nice, bel, Nice!
posted by
MountainClimber57
on July 14, 2006 at 10:11 PM
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