Ok, so this might be fun for me and y'all, mostly y'all.

[posifour11 723]

I'm pretty much a broken person. I'm not as cool as Ian. About all I can do is a few minutes at a time as far as work. I'm kinda like that Toby Keith song. I can do anything once, just probably never again. 

 

I was denied for reenlistment by the army because I have broken vertebrae (two) and they wouldn't let me get back in. The fight with them is a whole new adventure that I won't share in this thread/group/whatever this is. There are other things with my knee and mental health that I will absolutely not discuss. 

 

If there is no interest, I'll ask that this whole thing be removed. I would, honestly, do this on my own. I only do this on the advice of my wife and flippin therapist. I only love my wife. 

 

 

[SALTYWRIGHT 859]

I AM A BROKEN OLD MAN ALSO. IN THE LAST 3 YEARS I HAVE BROKEN MY BACK, MY NECK AND MY HIP. ALSO I AM 90 YEARS OLD. I CAN ONLY GO DOWN AND WORK IN THE SHOP FOR 20 MIN. AT A TIME.. I STILL DO 3 TO 4 WHEEL HORSE SHOWS A SUMMER.THANKS TO OTHER RED SQUARE MEMBERS FOR HELPING ME.    RUSS

[JAinVA 4,619]

Sympathies,Just know you are not alone.I look back on what I did in a day 20/30 or 40 years ago and I have a hard time even believing I did it.I built a 36' x 24' pole barn in 30 days by my self.I even set the trusses by hand ,solo.Without the support of my wife it would not have been possible. I won't go into the very serious health issues I have suffered but the least of them, was the removal of a malignant lung tumor 2 yrs ago.I am still going to fight and I hope you do as well.Life is good!

Edited August 16, 2019 by JAinVA

[dells68 7,498]

This is the place to come buddy.  You’ve been here enough years to know that you are among friends who are here to support you.  I think amongst us old horses heads one comon connection is the respect, admiration, and great thanks for your service to each and every one of us.  Keep your chin up buddy - you’re among brothers!!!

[ebinmaine 67,275]

Well okay. I'll go ahead and stick my broken butt on here too.

 

First things first. To you and all of those of you who have served in any branch of the  services whatsoever. Thank you.

 

Many moons ago I was signed up to go in the Air Force but I did not go because the guy lied. A lot. Extensively. Everybody knows recruiters stretch the truth some but this guy actually did it so much he was downgraded and relocated.

 

Blah blah blah. No worries.

 

I've told some of you in the past and I'll tell everybody now. For a couple decades and change I didn't have a very easy life. Not complaining. It's the past.

 

In 2013 I decided I did not like who I was and where I was headed. I ended up getting a divorce and losing about 90 lb. I have found some of that but I'm pretty comfortable where I'm at right now.

 

During that whole exercise I went down into some of the deepest darkest holes emotionally that somebody could imagine.

 

I've told quite a few people in the last few years... I've crashed and burned, and I've lived and learned.

 

I got to a point where I decided consciously that I was sick of being cranky and negative all the time and really just wanted to be me and have fun.

A joke about the fact that I am 5 years old a lot of the time. Well. I may be a little bit older than 5 but I live a great life now and I'm very happy. I guess that's why I feel like a little kid a lot of the time.

 

Anybody. Any one of you. If you want to talk, complain, shoot the breeze, whatever. Send me a PM.

 I text regularly with several people on Red Square.

 

Keep your chin up. Your chest out. And your mind open. And smile. After awhile you even begin to believe your own bright shiny face.

 

Signed,

Ebinmaine

Eric 

Bear

 

[posifour11 723]

Folks, if it ever appeared that I wanted sympathy, that wasn't my goal. I don't even fault uncle sam for my thing. I made that choice. 

 

I just figured that you folks would be a better sounding board than a bunch of people I'd never met. I just spend about half of my waking day looking up at this phone, so I thought I should make use of it. 

[ebinmaine 67,275]

Sound away my friend......

[Pullstart 62,791]

I’m not old, but sometimes can’t get out of bed.  I don’t work for the man, I work for my family.  Most times, it pays off somehow.  Sometimes though, I can’t get out of my own way.  I live an awesome life, have a wonderful wife and awesome kids.  Sometimes, I wish it were legal to point, shoot, aim when I am cut off in rush hour traffic.  All times, I ask myself if I can take a few minutes to help those on the side of the road.  Everybody’s story reminds me of a song.  It’s a great way to cope.  Sing along with it, my friends!  Sing as if nobody where listening!  I can’t dance... but I will try once in a blue moon... after a bit of bonfire and friends and whatever is in my cup....  Dance as if nobody’s watching!  Laugh, well laughter comes to me when everything else has hit the fan but nothing sticks around too long!  You know the game... when the officer pulls you over saying “you don’t wanna be doing this right now” as you’re getting a tow towards home but it’s rush hour.... and you can only reply  “you’re right, officer!  I want to be camping right now!”

 

P.S.  @dells68 there’s a firefly in my room!  

[dells68 7,498]

7 hours ago, pullstart said:

P.S.  @dells68 there’s a firefly in my room!  

You know it’s funny Kev, the simplest things in life are those that bring us the most joy.  Good food and fireflies make the best friends and memories.  What was a blast for a 9 year old warms the heart and souls of us old geezers.  The simplest things bring the most joy, we just have to sit back and wait for them.  Fireflies bring out the best in us all from 9 to 90!  Have a great day my friend!

[Stormin 9,981]

  Well after reading through this post I feel quite humbled. I do have and have had issues of one kind or other. Nothing like you lads though. Two bad divorces. Injured back and now my right leg. Suffered from depression for a few years and nearly ended up an alcoholic. Eventually gave myself a swift kick up the backside and said enough is enough. There are people worse off than you.

  Now I've a good partner in Carol, who works with me and not against me. Her daughters say I'm more of a father to them, than their own father ever was or is. Their offspring refer to me as granddad. 

  So I count myself lucky. And I take my hat off to you Russ. I think your a blooming marvel at 90 especially with what's happened to you.