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 Posted: Sun Jul 25th, 2010 07:53 pm
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When I left the Active Army in 1997, I left with a lot of personal shame. I had stepped on my crank pretty hard and had gotten a Field Grade Article 15(non-judicial punishment) and had the max punishments levied against me, including a reduction to the lowest enlisted grade. To make matters worse for me, I had just made the cutoff for promotion to Sergeant, but hadn't been promoted yet. Flash forward 8yrs and I decide to enlist in the National Guard and started completely over in the enlisted ranks at the lowest grade, but understanding that this came with the territory due to my past transgression. After enduring the the progession from Private to Corporal, to include the 'Corporals Curse', i.e. being a Corporal for several years and having all the responsibilties, but none of the pay for the position I was filling. I'm now proud to say that one week ago today I was promoted to rank of Sergeant in the United States Army snoopy1.gif

This has been the first oppurtunity I've had to share the good news with my 3T friends and wanted let everybody know.

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 Posted: Sun Jul 25th, 2010 09:21 pm
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Congrats Murph bravo.gif

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Murph...very glad things worked out for you buddy and you were justly rewarded for your service to our country. Congratulationsbravo.gifhappy guy.gif

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It takes courage to be open and frank about things like these.
I salute you and admire your determination and willpower.  We have all made mistakes in our lives; you have turned yours into a positive.bravo.gif

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 Posted: Mon Jul 26th, 2010 05:33 am
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bravo.gif

Well whats your next goal?...you are on a role now!
Congratulations!!

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What is "stepped on my Crank" if you do not mind me asking? is it a term or saying?

Last edited on Mon Jul 26th, 2010 05:37 am by ndburley

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Thanks to all who have responded. I feel that this is a milestone for me personally as I had this as a goal when I enlisted. I'm not sure what my next goal is at this point and need to give it some serious thought. Initially I just want to make it through this next deployment and afterwards I'm not sure. Some college maybe... and a new watch :)

nd.... 'stepping on your crank' is a polite way of say I tripped on my dick and screwe me up in a bad way.

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murphy j wrote: Thanks to all who have responded. I feel that this is a milestone for me personally as I had this as a goal when I enlisted. I'm not sure what my next goal is at this point and need to give it some serious thought. Initially I just want to make it through this next deployment and afterwards I'm not sure. Some college maybe... and a new watch :)

nd.... 'stepping on your crank' is a polite way of say I tripped on my dick and screwe me up in a bad way.

Oh thanks, never heard of that one before it must be the difference over the pond again.
New watch is always a good goal. toon1.gif

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Bravo Jeff. Well done. Pat yourself on the back.

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Skipdawg wrote:
Bravo Jeff. Well done. Pat yourself on the back.

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Thank You Skipthankyou.gif

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Tripped, stepped... no matter to me.  You're persistence and dedication to your life, family, and the United States of America are sincerely appreciated by me and this fine country.  Congratulations.

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Congrats! You learned and you wonThumbsUp02.gif

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Tenbosch, William...... Thank You thankyou.gif

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