tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65385366460133806722024-11-05T21:50:38.828-05:00Viking Medichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13287419684578341331noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538536646013380672.post-31330283562582015032013-12-18T21:44:00.001-05:002014-01-15T18:23:08.344-05:00

The season of cheer and giving is upon us and with all this year's bumps in the road have left little room for the giving.My family is thankful for all the good times and bad that we have experienced. We have jobs and a beautiful house. The first Christmas in the house will be great no matter that we can't give as much as we once did. The Christmas tree is adorned with lights and ornaments with

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The past few days have been better news than expected.Home 6's vehicle is good to go for now, we just have to get a new front drive shaft. Not necessary to operate the vehicle but no four wheel drive for now. My truck didn't need the extensive repair I thought, I just cannot trust the fuel gauge 100%. Anyone who has a diesel knows what a headache to prime the fuel system can be after running out

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I know there hasn't been a post on here in a while, but now I want to write again.I have recently made a new friend who also blogs and is successful doing it. It gave me the hankering to blog again. There has been a lot going on since my last post so I'll catch you up. Home 6 and I decided money isn't everything and my want to go back across the pond as a contractor is no more. We bought a house

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Created by Oatmeal

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A couple months have passed and no updates to speak of on the job front.I'm still working out trying to get in shape for the contracting job, but starting to think of getting a contracting job to work into the next. I just have to find a contracting firm to that can give me a interim job like installing jammers or something so i can get my foot in the door. I'm looking into other jobs here in the

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Another year has begun without much fanfare. The cycle has begun again. January has given way to February and March is upon us. My new hobby has got my creative juices goin. Just in time for my ETS from the Army. I have enjoined my time in the service and have made some lifelong friends whom I consider family. But I digress, my new hobby is woodworking. I've only begun to scratch the surface of

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As the more important holidays loom in the near future, another holiday is passed by without much acknowledgement. Call me selfish if you want, but why is it Veterans are treated like shit in the country they have served? No matter where you go people may say thank you, but it is nothing more than what society says you're supposed to do. There might be some that actually mean thank you, I take

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I don't think of myself as socially inept, but sometimes I feel that way. I was having lunch with some friends and my God-son wanted to swing. I was pushing my little man on a swing set when other kids and their parents started to play. I haven't been fond of crowds since Iraq, but the more people that gathered close by the swing set the more uncomfortable I felt. I didn't know what to say or

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Just got the Blogger App. Now there is no excuse for my lack of post.

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This is long overdue. My naked blog is borderline embarrassing. Allow me to update you on the past year(way too long since my last post)!I have changed jobs, I'm now a deputy sheriff on patrol and on the SRT as the medic (surprise right?). Home 6 and I were wed in May! Hard to believe it's been so long, the whole work and go to school fell through after my financial aid was turned down. I have

Viking Medichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13287419684578341331noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538536646013380672.post-80313026712287017292010-08-06T04:23:00.002-04:002010-08-06T04:47:20.643-04:00

Another long day at the office, with lots of time for thinking.The nights when the masses seem to placate themselves in other activities, I have lots of time alone in the patrol car. During these times, situation permitting, I will call old friends, family, and usually think about the matters of the world. Lately I've been thinking of how to improve myself. I'm a firm believer that to improve

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RSM and me have been lucky enough to be placed on the same FOB. As we sit and talk, reminisce, and gripe and complain about stuff, it lets the smoke clear where I can see more clearly.This deployment as compared to my Iraq deployment has been way more taxing on me. Our mission here is to train and support the ANP, Afghan National Police. It isn’t sexy or high speed, but its necessary for this

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Another day down, another day to think about everything.I was talking with my brother today, and we discussed how America seems to be goin down the drain with the help of the American citizens. Everyone knows the average American is an idiot, but to the point to let the government pass legislation to start the socialization of MY great nation. Just goes to show you that Americans only care about

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As my laundry sits in its bag impatiently, I sit down to relax and take a break.We rolled in from mission the other day to find that my clinic had been overrun. The new guys sent to my little corner of Afghanistan have cleaned and rearranged the clinic. I return to my room and there are 3 new guys sitting in the clinic moving supplies and just taking a break to chat. As soon as I walk in one says

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Usually I try to be profound, but right now I'll just fill you in on the latest.Mail out here in the boonies, or as RSM calls it "a forgotten area", is rather sparse and slow. We get mail on the whim of other Coalition Forces at much better bases around Afghanistan. None the less mail comes and its like Christmas every time mail comes. All the guys show off the stuff they got from loved ones

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I know my blog has been bare for quite some time. Here's a quick explanation.Since the beginning of the new year, I've found myself as a nomad of sorts. I've been shuttled back and forth from post to post training and the inevitable trip across the pond. Now I'm here and doin my job.Time is scarce and on top of that my chain of command doesn't trust its soldiers to talk without divulging too much

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As the days roll by like a speeding freight train, its that time again to spend quality time with friends and loved ones. Because next Christmas won't be around a decorated tree with family, but around a HMMWV or sand table preparing for another mission.As time gets smaller, its only natural to think about not wanting to leave your loved ones behind. Thinking; will everything be alright while I'm

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Now that my preferred occupation has recalled my services, I prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally.Mentally I get back into my zone of hate and intolerance for stupidity. Needless to say I get mad alot, this IS the Army, but it doesn't last long. I now have to think about the health and well being of about 130 men, and yes only men because I am a combat medic not some pansy in a Clinic

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The other day my friend from my unit calls me. I got my orders to report, 4 months earlier than expected.I wake up around 1300, got to work the graveyard shift. Missed calls on my cell phone? Everyone knows I sleep during the day. My boy Jack called me. Jack goes on to inform me that I'm on orders effective immediatly until we ship to Afghani-land. My job as a policeman has been put on pause for

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Thought it be fun to do a survey with random questions. Name :Lance WardNick Name :DocBirthdate :1982Birthplace :Valdosta, GAEye Color :BrownHair Color :BlondeHeight :6'4"Weight :285Piercings :Left EarTatoos :Grim Reaper Left under arm, latin on upper backBoyfriend/Girlfriend :not at this timeVehicle :Dodge 2500, Harley Road King, Police Patrol CarOverused Phrase :HippieFAVORITESFood :Southern

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Working as a police officer can be boring at times, but others you're busy as hell.The other day we go to serve a search warrant in a known drug area to show the public we are combating the problem and to get the drugs off the street. We get the group together and get ready to go hit this house. Me being the youngest and most physically fit in the group, which by the way I'm out of shape, not too

Viking Medichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13287419684578341331noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538536646013380672.post-72294555406710057652008-03-28T20:18:00.002-04:002008-03-28T20:31:30.371-04:00

It has been a long day without sleep but I still can't sleep.I guess the Iraq switch in the back of my head flipped. I remember this feeling doin long missions and back to back patrols. I've been tryin to take power naps but can't. Every litle sound or lack thereof makes me look around for the problem. As long as the ambient noise stays persistent I seem to get a little sleep. Even though I've

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I know its been a while since my last post, a GOOD while. I've been busy with the police academy, but now I'm starting my new job as a policeman.In about ten minutes I will be patrolling the streets in my patrol car. I in all hopes will be able to continue my service with an exemplary manner. I just hope to be the best officer I can and serve my community to a better living enviroment for the

Viking Medichttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13287419684578341331noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6538536646013380672.post-71471449456641672212007-12-24T20:48:00.001-05:002007-12-24T20:50:49.612-05:00

If you ask me what I would do with a million dollars, this is what I'd be! The Dude Abides!

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