This may be true, but aren't they being compinsated for the degree, the work they've done to get that position? (I don't know much about FSO, actually you are the only source of info for me on that!) Yes and no. You get paid more for that stuff, but I was thinking more about the lowest salary you could
Let me also add--that in general, I don't think that the military gets paid enough (so maybe my "living off the gov. dime" was a bit of stretch). FSOs, however, aren't paupers--they aren't rich, but they aren't hurting.
That is so far off it is not even funny. Just because the DOD pays the salary doesn't mean his benefits package is living off the gov dime. He is EARNING his benefits and those of his family by doing a job most Americans support but are unwilling to do themselves. Just to be clear. I don't know how the
am curious what the general consensus for single service members is...the article I read about this (in Army Times) gave the impression that it was a big issue for single Soldiers. I'm not a single soldier, but I can tell you that it drives me batty when I hear that foreign service officiers with famil
But isn't that being self absorbed too? I can see why that might be the case. But I have to say, if I man is going to change his mind about me because I gained a few pounds, then he's shallow. I would assume that my marraige (should I ever have one) would be based on things other than physical attract
I'd say that marrying a shallow, self-absorbed, controlling asshole is the precursor to a heavy skillet to the head, and harms a happy marriage faster than most imagine. I believe that is precisely why I am single. If I feel like letting myself go, I'm going to let myself go, and I don't need some man
I was a click too. Just nothing interesting to add.
Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant.
I like Jon Stewart. He's a super funny guy I actually didnt' intend to watch it. My roommate had it on when I got home and I was drawn in because I found Stewart so amusing. I kept it on just for his bits!
Interesting. I didn't take it that Clooney was calling anyone "stupid." What he was saying, in my opinion, was "if you want to call me out of touch, that's fine, but I still stand by what I believe." He didn't call anyone any names--he only refuted the name he was called.
Sometimes I like the fact that I have no idea what is going on (despite having read your blog, I promise)!
What? The Post didn't like Stewart? That's crazy. He's the only reason I kept watching. He was BRILLIANT!
I'd listen to TW; she's offering some sound advice. But from your response to Trin, it sounds like you already realized that! Good luck.
What makes you think that there are not muslims who are speaking out against the violence? Because you don't see it on the news? Notice that no where in there did you even mention
FWIW, I've never bothered to update since I installed and I've had no problems. Installation was back in 12/2004.
I knew I could never be a criminal from that moment on. My life of high adventure as a world-class jewel and art thief was averted. Wow, that was one successful field trip. Maybe we should make it a requirement at all elementary schools! As for me--I've got no hang up with this issue (plently
Missing your contribution around here(and too lazy to blog about it), Me too. Where are you? Come back. Please.
Exactly shades! I'm getting these little gems in as much as I can now. We are even going to take a little vacation (the baby websites call babymoon) this Spring as a last hurrah before baby time. That sounds like a great idea. My sister-in-law is due any day now and we brought her to get "pregnancy mas
Sounds like a brilliant and relaxing afternoon, Jill. I'm sure you can use those these days as they will be few and far between once your little one arrives!
Dr. Guy. My apologies for mistaking your comment about Simon to be about LW. However, my intent still stands. There's no point in namecalling someone who can't defend themselves. And, it wasn't a secret to anyone that you and LW didn't get along--so my conclusion was probably shared by many. But, like I said, I am sorry for my mistake. And please, I am as entitled to my opinion as you are to yours. I am quite allowed to let you know w
I actually got into an accident recently where the driver who hit me was grateful that I didn't try to take him to the cleaners. I was surprised. I mean, no one really goes out with the intent of getting into an accident, right? So why would I make his, already bad, day any worse? Glad to hear no one was hurt!
My brother told me I was doing it wrong.. stupid brothers Ah, I like your brother--I'd say he's a gem as far as brother's go...I'd trade ya any day of the week
I think this is a great step forward in your healing process. I have some resources that might be able to assist you, if you are interested. Dan knows my email.
Since I made the sniping comment, you could have just directed this to me. I decided it wasn't worth the fight on Gid's thread, but will tell you that it was this comment left on Sir Peter's thread that struck me: We lose one clown, and get another. Now, it doesn't directly say LW, but I'm going to have a hard time believing it was abo
What a good story, Mason. Made me smile (which isn't a small feat this week). Glad to see/read you again!
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