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Mar 19th, 2008, 08:35 PM
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Very Active Poster 50+
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Sandhills of NC
Posts: 81 Model: 04 Wide Glide Interests: God, Family, Country, Harleys Occupation: Putting warheads on terrorist foreheads
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Hey all,
I haven't been on here much lately due to my stupid busy work schedule and such. But I've been a member of this great forum for a few years and thought I would share my news.
I have been in the AF for over 21 years, served in the Philippines, Korea, Germany, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Italy, and loved most every minute of it. I was supposed to deploy to Operation Enduring Freedom this winter, but my wife had major back surgery last month (from which she is recovering well), so I stayed home. Guess I'll get on the next one.
So last Wednesday the 12th, I went to work like usual, only it was not a usual day. I found out, on the Internet no less, that I was selected for promotion to SMSgt (E-8)!! 
It's finally sinking in, I have to grow up. Especially since today I turned the big 4-0. I guess that's a milestone too.
In my life I have been blessed with a wonderful family and career, and with living in and working for, a great and free country. This is all just too good to keep to myself.
I appreciate the support you all here have given the military, both with your service to our country, and your genuine concern for, and support of, all our troops. It's folks like you who help keep our country great. Please pass it on. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you.
Ride Free
Joe <>< |
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Mar 19th, 2008, 08:44 PM
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#2
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Moderator
Has posted 500+
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 4,560
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joe, a big congrats to your promotion!!!!!!!!!! and an even bigger thanks for what you do for us and your country......stay safe, have fun!!!!!!!!  |
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Mar 20th, 2008, 08:02 AM
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#3
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Has posted 500+
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Churchill County, NV
Posts: 641 Model: '99 FLHR Road King Interests: Ride, Hunt, 4X4, Fish, Cigars - the good things Occupation: U.S. Navy - Retired
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Congrats on SMSgt!  That promotion comes with a bit more pay and a lot more responsibility. Ya gotta being doing something right - keep up the fine work! |
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Mar 20th, 2008, 11:00 AM
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#4
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Has posted 500+
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 710 Model: '01 FXST
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Congratulations!  |
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Mar 20th, 2008, 11:28 AM
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#5
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Rookie 10+ posts
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Lancaster, CA
Posts: 13 Model: HD Ultra Classic Interests: Riding, working on my bike, wood work, and learning new things Occupation: Manager
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Joe,
Congratulations, I spent 23 years in the Air Force and had a wonderful time. I've been out for almost fourteen now, but still supporting the troops. I'm a manager for the B-1B Technical Publications deaprtment which does the updates for the B-1 TO's. Keep up the good work and you'll make Chief. What's your AFSC??
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Mar 20th, 2008, 06:58 PM
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#6
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More than 100 posts!
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Marlboro, MA
Posts: 124 Model: 1998 Roadking Interests: Family, bike, camping (toyhauler), and golf . Occupation: System Engineer
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Congrats, THANK YOU, and keep up the great work.  |
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Mar 20th, 2008, 08:13 PM
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#7
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200+ posts and climbing
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Georgia
Posts: 270 Model: '05 Heritage Interests: Riding, Shooting, Grandkids Occupation: Retired
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Congratulations on the promotion!! Thank you for your service.
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Mar 20th, 2008, 08:14 PM
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#8
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Very Active Poster 50+
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Sandhills of NC
Posts: 81 Model: 04 Wide Glide Interests: God, Family, Country, Harleys Occupation: Putting warheads on terrorist foreheads
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I'm a 461 (old designator), I mean a 2W0, Munitions Systems. IYA AMMO YAS!!!
Joe <><
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Mar 20th, 2008, 09:10 PM
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#9
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200+ posts and climbing
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: NYC
Posts: 334 Model: Harley Davidson Interests: Music, Guitars, Art, Architecture, Design, Raptors, Females Occupation: Singer/songwriter/producer/music teacher
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That's great news, congratulations, I'm sure you deserve it. Thanks for your service. Stay safe, ride safe.
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Mar 20th, 2008, 09:23 PM
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Has posted 500+
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Alvin TX
Posts: 1,729 Model: 03 E Glide X cop bike Interests: My family Old Dodge truck's Riding My Glide Occupation: Retired truck Driver
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Another congrets from Tx to ya Joe , & A Thank' You for your service to us all
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Mar 21st, 2008, 07:20 AM
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#11
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Rookie 10+ posts
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Lancaster, CA
Posts: 13 Model: HD Ultra Classic Interests: Riding, working on my bike, wood work, and learning new things Occupation: Manager
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Joe,
Still have my "PISSPOT" now I make my living showing the 462's (2W1's) how to load bombs. I guess the jokes on them. I was doing this for about three years and they even gave me a coin before they found out I was a 461. Keep up the good work.
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Mar 21st, 2008, 07:49 AM
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#12
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Moderator
Has posted 500+
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Oregon City, OR
Posts: 1,149 Model: 09 Ultra Classic Interests: Motorcycles, camping, fishing, old cars Occupation: Home Inspector
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Joe, congratulations are in order. Glad your enjoying your time in the service.
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Mar 21st, 2008, 08:36 AM
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#13
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More than 100 posts!
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Kentucky
Posts: 150 Model: 77 H-D FX Interests: my new(to me) bike,UK basketball, listening and DL music Occupation: CNA and Army Reserve Instructor
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Congrats on the promotion!
MSG(Ret) Timothy R. Graves US Army 1981-1992 USAR 1992-2007 |
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Mar 21st, 2008, 09:43 AM
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Rookie 10+ posts
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Southwest Michigan
Posts: 18 Interests: Hunting, fishing, reading, metalworking, anything to stay busy Occupation: Industrial maintenance
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Congrats on your promotion, Joe, and thanks for your service to the country.
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Mar 21st, 2008, 11:19 AM
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#15
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Moderator
Has posted 500+
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: The Shores of Tonto Creek
Posts: 689 Interests: Guns, Hunting, Fishing, 4 wheeling and riding Occupation: Network Administrator
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Congradulations. Only one Left now.
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Mar 21st, 2008, 12:26 PM
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#16
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200+ posts and climbing
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: san leandro ca
Posts: 213 Model: 02 fxdx Interests: harley,pool,darts Occupation: maintenance mechanic
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congrats and thank you
st patricks day was my 32nd anniversary of getting out of the AIR FORCE I was in TAC my time in service in the366TH FIELD MAINTENANCE SQUADRON
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Mar 21st, 2008, 06:27 PM
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Has posted 500+
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Stanton, NJ
Posts: 1,298 Model: 04 Dyna WG (with a 240 rear tire) Interests: Harleys, drag racing, family, fishing, my rottweilers, the UFC Occupation: Carpenter/Builder
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Congrats and thank you!!
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Mar 23rd, 2008, 11:08 PM
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#18
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Very Active Poster 50+
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Earlville, NY
Posts: 98 Model: Harley-Davidson FXDX Interests: riding my hog Occupation: factory worker
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congrats, keep up the good work. i was USAF worked aircrew egress systems. 49th Tac fighter wing.
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