hjmick
Diamond Member
Oh for Pete's sake, would you two give it a rest? Semper started this thread because he is proud to have joined the Marines, a decision that more than likely took a considerable amount of thought and a decision he is proud of. You two have managed to lower to the level of a grade school pissing match.
No matter how you slice it, it is a brave decision, especially when you consider the current state of affairs in the world. While it may not be a choice you yourself might make, Vintij, it because of people like Semper that the rest of us enjoy the freedoms we have.
Couldn't you have just said, "Congratulations Semper. I would not have done it myself, but I respect your decision. Stay safe and good luck to you?"
On that note...
Congratulations Semper. While I decided early on in my life, after much research and consideration, that military service was not for me, I respect your decision. Stay safe and good luck to you. Thank you for your decision to serve.
No matter how you slice it, it is a brave decision, especially when you consider the current state of affairs in the world. While it may not be a choice you yourself might make, Vintij, it because of people like Semper that the rest of us enjoy the freedoms we have.
Couldn't you have just said, "Congratulations Semper. I would not have done it myself, but I respect your decision. Stay safe and good luck to you?"
On that note...
Congratulations Semper. While I decided early on in my life, after much research and consideration, that military service was not for me, I respect your decision. Stay safe and good luck to you. Thank you for your decision to serve.