Okay, I'd first like to take this opportunity to thank all veterans, past and present. I may not always (as in EVER) agree with Bush's policies, but I appreciate the fact that you all are willing to fight (and possibly die) so that I don't have to. Seriously. Thank you.
My question is this: when you've been overseas at war, what is the first thing you've done when getting home? How have you changed?
2007-02-01 16:08:27 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
1- Sleep
2- EAT
THANK YOU, for your kind words to service members.
I also was/am a much more relaxed person, even the squeeze has noticed this, about day-to-day issues that seem to vex civilians. There's not too much that sets me off, though if there is something, I also don't let it slide (another change, though I try not to abusive, swear etc.).
I cannot help but contrast the whiny, self-absorbed youth of this country (heck the West), with the OUTSTANDING young men and women I have worked with in the US and Allied services. Also, seeing people whose monthly income is less than a pair of Nike sneakers, get by makes me almost embarrassed for the standard of living we enjoy.
2007-02-01 17:08:44 · answer #1 · answered by jim 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The first thing i did when i got off the plane was to literally lay down on the ground and scream. It was kind of funny because there were colonels and sergeant majors there laughing at me, but i was so happy to be out of that place. Than i went to this amazing italian restaurant, had a good meal and a few drinks, than i slept for 2 days, it was beautiful. I'm still pretty much the same man, i just appreciate my time a bit more since i feel like ive lost a year, so i am just happy to be where i am, to be with friends and family and to enjoy good food and drink.
2007-02-02 03:52:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
1. Make love with my wife.
2. Eat foods I've been craving.
3. Sleep.
I've been on several deployments and each one has made me appreciate the comforts of home and made me realize how spoiled Americans are. I think if more young people spent time in under-developed and/or oppressive countries, there would be fewer starry-eyed idealistic liberals. Bring back the draft!
2007-02-02 00:22:24 · answer #3 · answered by Fearless Leader 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
The first thing I did when I got from Iraq was:
1) Hug my family
2) Went to church
3) Hit the bar
I think I have changed a lot. I'am more grateful for everything I have and take more pleasure in the simplier things in life.
2007-02-02 00:16:40 · answer #4 · answered by Sarge 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I had all sort of plans for the first things I was going to do. Instead I would up sleeping for 14 hours the moment I stopped moving.
2007-02-02 09:42:45 · answer #5 · answered by MikeGolf 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
first thing i did was relax and try and catch up on sleep....shortly thereafter i got incredibly drunk for about 3 days straight
i think that going to war has made me a much more relaxed person, i almost never get stressed out with work professional or personal problems anymore. it also makes you appreciate things in life a lot more than you did when you were growing up
2007-02-02 00:44:19 · answer #6 · answered by mark h 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I got down on my knees and kissed the ground. I never thought much of history but I will be sure my children know the sacrifices thousands have made.
2007-02-02 00:32:28 · answer #7 · answered by pickersmurf 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm a Marine's wife, and he hasn't deployed yet, but I can tell you what happened with my friend and her husband. He hugged her, they went home, and no one saw or heard from the for a week *wink*
2007-02-02 01:21:38 · answer #8 · answered by eileengallia 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most military are trained to be disciplined and less prone to be self-centered towards people and work. Trained to avoid personel conflict, as well.
2007-02-02 00:20:25 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋