d_goldsmith 1 #1 March 6, 2007 Headed to bootcamp today. See you guys in 11-20 some odd weeks. I'm kind of curious to see what sorts of replies this gets, but I guess I'll have to wait those weeks to see.I've got this really hardcore group of gaurdian angels that need a free paid vacation. ~Dan Osman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbagdrew 0 #2 March 6, 2007 Good Luck Dave. Have a great time, and try to turn into one of those military brats. Look me up when you get back. Andrew Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveO 0 #3 March 6, 2007 It's a lot of fun! Isn't that right NickDG."When it comes to BASE, I'll never give advice, only my opinion" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NickDG 23 #5 March 6, 2007 Each generation must find it's own way. Mine did in the Marine Corps of the 1970s. And yours will too . . . Keep your head down, brother . . . and just make sure you are fighting the right fight . . . NickD BASE 194 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SBCmac 0 #6 March 6, 2007 See you when you get back brother... And don't try and BASE the repelling tower... It's too low ... BATMAN - (A.K.A. SBCmac ...) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bryguy1224 12 #7 March 6, 2007 Basic is something I will never forget. Remember... The drill instuctors are people too. Don't be afraid of them, just respect them and you'll do fine. Hope you like running. Bryan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leroydb 0 #8 March 6, 2007 Good luck, never give up, never quit, respect not fear the drill SGT's, don't forget how to laugh.Leroy ..I knew I was an unwanted baby when I saw my bath toys were a toaster and a radio... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GreenMachine 0 #9 March 6, 2007 Good Luck Dave! Remember, on the runs, lead with your knees not your face.Rigger, Skydiver, BASE Jumper, Retired TM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blitzkrieg 0 #10 March 6, 2007 good luck... if it ever seems like it's getting hard, just remember what i used to always tell my soldiers... chicks do this shit, stop being a pussy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leroydb 0 #11 March 6, 2007 Quotegood luck... if it ever seems like it's getting hard, just remember what i used to always tell my soldiers... chicks do this shit, stop being a pussy. Funny, I tell my troops the same thing!Leroy ..I knew I was an unwanted baby when I saw my bath toys were a toaster and a radio... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Para_Frog 1 #12 March 6, 2007 Master going to your happy place...it's sustained me for 13 years. Semper Fi- Harvey, BASE 1232 TAN-I, IAD-I, S&TA BLiNC Magazine Team Member Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Waldschrat 0 #13 March 6, 2007 Quote. . . and just make sure you are fighting the right fight . . . NickD BASE 194 ...good to hear this words from an american ex-marines! Good luck Mr. goldsmith... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Para_Frog 1 #14 March 6, 2007 It's former not ex. And the right fight is the for guy next to you - because he's fighting for the same thing.- Harvey, BASE 1232 TAN-I, IAD-I, S&TA BLiNC Magazine Team Member Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NickDG 23 #15 March 6, 2007 >>And the right fight is the for guy next to you - because he's fighting for the same thing.<< That I'll agree with . . . NickD USMC 1st Mar Div 1971-75 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveO 0 #16 March 6, 2007 QuoteAnd the right fight is the for guy next to you - because he's fighting for the same thing.<< That I'll agree with . . . NickD USMC 1st Mar Div 1971-75 I'm with you on that also. DaveO USMC 1984-89 3rd Recon Bn 1986-89 I was a ParaFrog too."When it comes to BASE, I'll never give advice, only my opinion" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyDaemon 0 #17 March 7, 2007 Good luck! -=Raistlin US Marines 1997-2001 6th Engr Sppt BN H&S Company Computer Securityfind / -name jumpers -print; cat jumpers $USER > manifest; cd /dev/airplane; more altitude; make jump; cd /pub; more beer; Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdog07 0 #18 March 7, 2007 bootcamp is only for 11weeks what is the other 9weeks for C. C.chrome dome and sledge harmer. nick you know abut the ? 3rd bn 9 MAR 1 MAR DIV. the walking dead."A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones ..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deeter 0 #19 March 7, 2007 Gawd, I remember trying not to laugh while having a grown woman screaming and spitting like a banshee 1 inch from my face. "Bend and Thrusts" for DAYS. Good luck!! Sandy USMC '88-'92 Deployed Units 1st and 3rd FSSG's "Steal don't fly without supply." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spiderbaby 0 #20 March 7, 2007 Don't listen to these people. Crapping in front of 170 guys on sh*tters with no stalls for 2 months.........Allright, it gets better after Basic. I met the funniest and meanest people I ever knew, until I started BASE, in the service. Good luck in Texas dood! 82nd Airborne Rigger 87-88"It takes a big man to cry, it takes an even bigger man to make that big man cry" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikePelkey 0 #21 March 7, 2007 All the best to you Dave.In theory, there is no difference bretween theory and practice. In practice, however, there is. - "RIP Forever Brian Schubert. Always remembered, Never forgotten" - Leroy DB http://www.johnny Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zoobrothertom 5 #22 March 7, 2007 Best of luck. Since everyone's throwing around advice, here's my 2 cents. "Shut Up! Cooperate and graduate!" Airborne____________________________________ I'm back in the USA!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deeter 0 #23 March 7, 2007 QuoteGawd, I remember trying not to laugh while having a grown woman screaming and spitting like a banshee 1 inch from my face. "Bend and Thrusts" for DAYS. Good luck!! Sandy USMC '88-'92 Deployed Units 1st and 3rd FSSG's "Steal don't fly without supply." That was a TOTAL Freudian Slip. (aka coverup for a typo Steal vs. Steel.) Hmmm...could be a covert procurement. 4 years of being the female version of Cpl. Walter O'Reilly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zaxxx 0 #24 March 7, 2007 Lots of luck, "Stay Motivated Recruit" Zaxxx Former Sgt of Marines 1st LAR / 3rd ANGLICOlove what you do and who you do Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #25 March 7, 2007 Best of luck. You may wanna take your body armor along in case your fellow recruits throw you a party. *Watch Full Metal Jacket for graphic descripition."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites