<p>I don't think berkeley chicks are into west pointers.</p>
<p>The only two people in the military that are safe are President Bush and Donald Rumsfield. Otherwise everyone is AT RISK, even the generals and other CO's.</p>
<p>oooh taffy you're wrong. theyre actually attracted to us due to the strong negativity we bring out of their parents. whoever a girls parents dont like is who she'll like.</p>
<p>lol so true</p>
<p>Quote: The only two people in the military that are safe are President Bush and Donald Rumsfield. Otherwise everyone is AT RISK, even the generals and other CO's.</p>
<p>The President is probably more likely to be killed than any General. He always has a chance of being assassinated.</p>
<p>what I meant was he isn't usually in the field of combat, but you are right.</p>
<p>yeah, and donald rumsfield might choke on bull$hit.</p>
<p>you are a funny one taffy...that was great</p>
<p>What do you think about canceling all vacations and hunting trips for CIC (Mr. Bush), Cheney, Rumsfeld, and Dr.Condelezza Rice until the war in Iraq is over? Instead, at least one of the above officials would be in Iraq at all times. They can just rotate between Washington, D.C., Iraq, and Afganistan. (This is not a joke.)</p>
<p>That sure does sound like a joke and I hope your not really serious.</p>
<p>For all of you cadet candidates...don't be worrying about what is safest or bashing our leadership. The best thing you can do right now is prepare for one of the most critical college experiences a patriot can take on today. Regardless of Academy, joining the military in a time of war is an honorable thing. To join knowing that, upon graduation, YOU will be entrusted with the leading America's sons and daughters is so significantly important that it should be on your mind through every mud hole you low crawl through in Beast, to every respect and honor class, in every academic moment, every painful and frustrating moment, and in every moment swelling with pride (like when you put that class ring on or toss your cap into the air at graduation).</p>
<p>I am excited for all of you as you head out onto this journey, why, because as a USMA 2002 grad, I've seen the after journey. I led my MP platoon in garrison and in Iraq--3 years, 35 IEDs, countless ambushes, and 365 days later--and there is no greater honor than to lead those Soldiers. That is why I'm still in, that is why I wear the name of 4 heros on a hero braclet on my wrist each day--two are USMA grads. CPT Moshier that you talked about in earlier threads, my classmate. My class has lost a lot to the war on terror. If you look at the classes of '98-2004, you'll see that war is real. But, war is not to be feared, war needs those LTs and CPTs to take their Soldiers through. There is no greater honor, and no greater pride, than to lead from the front, and see your Soldiers accomplish greatness. </p>
<p>As you go through Beast, go through knowing that one of the greatest responsibilities in the world awaits you, and you must be strong, wise, brave, of good morale character, and ready to fight for your country and your flag.</p>
<p>My alma mater awaits you...it will beat you down at times, but when it builds you up, it will build you in order to accomplish those things I mentioned above. Your time there will only be rewarding and meaningful as YOU MAKE it! Take every advantage of this opportunity, for you want to be ready when you pin those butter bars on! Good luck USMA 2010. My brother will be with you, and I plan to track your progess! Be strong, work hard, and have fun! HOOAH! GO ARMY, BEAT NAVY! </p>
<p>CPT, MP
USMA '02</p>
<p>MPCPTUSMA02......Thank you for your service to our country...and thank you for your words of wisdom...God bless you!</p>
<p>MPCPTUSMA02,</p>
<p>Thanks for joining us and for your encouragement to all the cadet candidates here (as well as current cadets who will surely appreciate your comments). As a parent, I loved what you said. </p>
<p>Stick around if you can, and maybe we'll even start a Service Academy Alumni board. Wait until you meet Zaphod! :D</p>
<p>Momoftwins, thanks for your kind words, and I will surely stick around and am more than willing to answer any questions I can about my cadet experience (even if the Corps has some :)) and my experience as a PL and now as a CPT. Also, for you women cadets and/or cadet candidates, I am a female officer and know that sometimes there are specific questions along that realm as well, so if I can be of assistance, y'all have it!</p>
<p>Wow! Captain, we could have used your input a few months back when we got DEEP into the whole "women in combat" thing. :)</p>
<p>MPCPTUSMA02,</p>
<p>Both shogun and I have female plebes at WP, so we'll be thrilled to have your assistance here.</p>
<p>And best of luck to your brother.</p>
<p>shogun,</p>
<p>Sorry if I'm speaking for you.</p>
<p>Im married, Im used to it.</p>
<p>I'll bet I'm not the only one who got weepy reading the Captain's comments. I made the mistake of trying to read that outloud to the hubby.... Didn't work to well. But he remained patient. LOL What an inspiration to anyone. </p>
<p>I send my best wishes to the Captain & all the kids serving! I, like all of the other academy parents, will look so forward to your posting again Captain!</p>
<p>PS ~ my sister is at Ft. Hood. Can you tell her to stop messing around down there & get to Ft. Cambell? :)</p>
<p>Thanks for all the support y'all! It means a lot! And seriously, I will keep checking on here and if I can help out with anything, I'll do so. But also, if any of you have questions, please don't hesitate to send me a note, and I'll get you my regular email address and get some talk going on. It is to my advantage as an officer to pass on what I know and have learned if it can help others it'll benefit me and the Army I love. So, it's a great circle that feeds on itself and gets better. So seriously, let me know if I can help.</p>