The Enlistment vs Commission Barricade.

Now if you have a 4 year degree everyone except your friends, will push you to go commissioned.
Few TIPS, trust yourself and personality. NOT YOUR DEGREE.
I encourage Enlistment *wink*, 👿👿
Kindly REMEMBER it is always possible to Green-to-Gold Later.
Remember Enlistment means:
     Choosing your MOS and a written contract, but sometimes we are all janitors.
     Less of a paycheck.
     But you may get a sign on bonus.

Now IF, and ONLY IF, you have a useful (at present) degree, you MIGHT be offered to start at E-2. *shh do not make anyone jealous*

P.S. This is just based on Experience. You are free to have your own.

Rhythmic Gymnastics Haul - Clubs & Hoop Tape

I've been looking forward to receiving this parcel in the mail for a long time. I've reached a pretty good point in my apparatus handling with ball, rope, and hoop. I have wanted to get a set of clubs. As a recreational Rhythmic Gymnast, that wants the best eq, I shop at Action Rhythmics - the best RG equipment in the U.S.A.. The first thing I got there was my Ball and Rope. Which is the two apparatus beginners should start with.

Second I got my hoop. Its a Venturelli, I love it but in my haste I forgot the hoop tape when I first ordered it. I seem to have a natural talent for hoop-work. HAPPY TIME. It really strengthens the wrist as a bonus, and is my favourite event so far. The pink and silver hoop is a cheap hoop from a toy-store to use outdoors.

This occasion, I finally got around to getting my hoop tape, and a set of Junior Clubs. I wish I had a coach or experienced gymnast to help me tape the hoop. I am scared to ruin it. You might ask "Why Junior Clubs?" First, clubs are recommended after hoop, and before tackling ribbon. Second I purchased Junior ones because I am small, and because of a long history of ballet I tend to use curved rather than stick-straight arms. I do not want to clobber myself in the face while doing my first mills. 😀

Many people might think its crazy to be doing apparatus handling and basic dance moves at my age. BUT dance and movement is for any age. It is a free-expression of who we are, and its good for a person. It's also improved my hand/eye/body coordination 100 fold.

Jjinpang-Mandu

Waiting Game...

I'm getting a "new" copy of Starcraft Brood Wars soon! I can hardly wait. Nothing else de-stresses me like a good game of playing zerg vs humans. After a long hard day working, studying, and doing PT I need a stress reliever.
I'm also getting as a gift, a C++ Manual, and a Tarot Deck. What a combination. Got those today! I mean like DUH, what can I do but NOOP.

Unboxing of Student Flight Kit

Just an unboxing of my ASA student pilot kit and kneeboard.

SGI-USA online Haul with Photos

We all know, it is not about stuff, but stuff is fun! 😈 This is my first order from SGI-USA's online bookstore. Overall I was pleased with my shopping experience. The order arrived USPS which for me is the most convenient method of shipment. I ripped into the box as soon as it arrived, which is uncharacteristic for me.

Everything was packaged very well, but the box was a bit beat-up. Sometimes that just happens on the conveyor belts. Here is everything, cannot wait to open that brown paper package, and the black tee-shirt.

First up, prayer beads and a bead case. I wanted an extra set on hand for when I have guests that want to chant with me, or just listen. The beads are actually a "youth" sized set, which is a bit smaller, therefore cheaper and nice to travel with. I tried to pick something neutral, but I admit the bunnies on the bead case are kinda cute.

I got a 50,000 Lions of Justice tee-shirt. Which commemorates the 2018 gathering of 50,000 youth in 9 cities across America. This is my first SGI shirt, I hope it sparks some conversations.

In the brown paper package was a copy of the Liturgy (chanting and prayers) for a guest. Also I got a copy of President Ikeada's "Victorious Teen." While I am no longer a teen, I am in the middle of going back to school and transitioning my career. I've only dug in a few pages but so far the book enforces self-esteem and character from within, to create an unshakable self.

Lastly a flag. I love flags in general, pomp, circumstance. This is just one more for my collection.

Waterfall Engineering, Legacy Hardware/Software, and the impact on Innovation.

Once apon a time, Waterfall Engineering began with an idea, then over the last 100 years it became  the continual refinement of that initial idea, while maintaining the maximum amount of proven hardware and/or software.

The most important thing to remember during Waterfall Engineering is that initial idea. Without that you and your team are:

          01. Polishing a turd.
          02. Putting extraneous features and functions onto a dedicated item. Which is not where they belong.
          03. Ruining something that is functional.

What's good about the waterfall approach?
     
          01. It can save money if you avoid #02 above.
          02. It can result in insanely reliable equipment.

Whats bad?
     
          01. It can hamper innovation at the start by neglecting new ideas as a conceptual start.
          02. It can result in dinosaur gear.

So you want to join the Armed Forces... Part 1

First talk to everyone in your network who has served, especially volunteers. Draftees sometimes have a very different experience and perspective.

Keep an open mind about what Branch, MOS, and Unit you join. You are offering your services to Uncle Sam, he will decide where you go.

Take a personal inventory of what you want out of your terms of service. You will want to do this before visiting a recruiter. Otherwise they can convince you of just about anything.

Keep your nose clean. Maintain your grades, graduate high school, or finish the semester of collage.

Keep your credit report clean. Check your 3 credit reports for suspicious entries and write these down. A good recruiter will help you clear any suspicious entries up.

Are you already part of the work-force, but have no credit? Then get a store credit card with a modest limit you can pay-on-time. This is the easiest way to start your credit.

Make sure family member's, that are not your legal spouse, are not using your credit. Having a non-spouse with a card in your name is a big, huge, no-no.

Pay or settle all debts that legitimately belong to you. You want this all done before background checks.

Purge/Declutter your belongings and possessions. Consider where you will store your civilian property during training, and your present level of commitment to join. Less stuff means, less headache.

Note, do not have no legal residence and put your stuff into cold storage for training. This royaly screws things up.

Read up on grooming and appearance Reqs while you declutter. it will give you a clue about things you might not need.  Always try to donate, sell, or gift goods rather than trash them. If you cannot declutter your goods, you will not survive the lifestyle.

Have an initial visit with a branch specific recruiter. While in the recruitment office, listen to everyone there. Listen to the enlisted more than civilian contractors. Don't get brainwashed yet. Keep your personal inventory in mind, gather information, make your decisions at home.

NYX Sample Programm - August 2018

Worth the Hype Waterproof Mascara in "Black"
A very long-wearing, smudge-free, waterproof mascara. It is also very black. Perfect for a natural look, or with falsies. I like that it is not tubing. Washes off easily by massaging a bit of face oil on the lashes. I wore this for 17 hours straight and have no complaints.

Suede Matte Lipstick in "Brunch Me"
Seriously office appropriate shade. I would even wear this in court. "Brunch Me" is matte, mid-tone, nudy-pink, but not too pink. The feel on the lips is velvety. It does not go on to thick so it is not artificial or "made-up" looking.

Epic Ink Liner in "Black"
I am horrid with pen liners, my proficiencies lie in liquid or pencil, so I am not the best person to review this Ink Liner. It is very black, but I find it a bit thin-liquidy and hard to control. It does, however, go on without tugging in the least.