Oh the places life takes you!
 

Hey guys,

I haven't posted regularly around here for a long time, but I wanted to let everyone know the strange way this website has shaped the direction of my life.

I joined in 2005 after picking up SHIII. I already loved military history in general at that time, but I didn't know much about submarines. I played the heck out of SHIII and IV, fell in love with Das Boot (the director's cut of course!), got into Dangerous Waters, etc. The whole submarine thing has really stuck with me ever since then.

Now comes the part I wanted to tell everyone. Late last year I realized I needed a new direction in life. I was doing fine, but I wasn't exactly excited about the path I was on. It lacked... experiences and adventure. So, I began to toy with different ideas. Eventually I decided to join the Navy Reserve and keep my job. I figured the reserve would allow me to add a little spice into life, without forcing me to change everything, and leave all I know behind. It felt like a safe thing to do.

But after going through MEPS and scoring high on the ASVAB, I decided a major change was actually what I wanted, if only I was brave enough to follow through with it. In the end, I followed my heart and asked my recruiters to switch my application to active duty.

After a long process, I volunteered for sub duty and signed an SECF contract a few weeks ago. A year ago I would have never believed this would be happening. I am extremely excited for the opportunity to serve on a submarine!

I've never even been out to sea before.

Cheers all. :lurk:

I remember you Camaero ... can I have your Camaro when you go on patrol?

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Congratulations do keep us posted and you don't have to worry about getting sea sick at 1,200 feet :o

Nice to hear! :)

I hope all goes well, all the best on your coming journeys :up:

You're in for a real adventure. :sunny:

Great news. I wish you all the best and happy days ahead:salute:

All the best in your new career. :salute:

And remember, on a submarine last guy in closes the door. :O:

Sail safe and remember: Submarines are supposed to sink. :88)

Congrats and the best of luck to you in your career. An added bit of advice: If you need a bit of fresh air and you are submerged, don't try to open an external hatch; the results could hinder your career... :salute:


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Fair winds and following seas matey :salute:

Nice! Good luck!

Don't forget the sea sickness tablets!!:03:

Have a good voyage.:salute:

Congratulations on embarking on a new career. Good luck with it and be sure to make it fun. Keep us posted on your adventures when you can. I think we understand if we don't hear from you for about six months straight. Keep your head above water, uhhh, wait, nevermind.
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Congratulations on your new directions and change of scenery. I hope it is all you want it to be and I'm sure it will be. Let us know how things are going when you get a chance .


All the best in your new career path. :salute:


Fair winds and calm seas.

That is really cool, and thank you for your service. You are now the Real Deal, mister. Look forward to hearing your adventures (with pics of course).

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