Spartacus
Active member
This forum has been an important source of information for me. I have gathered information and learned lessons from the members of this forum that will better prepare me for the road that lays ahead.
That said, I think WE ALL have forgotten a rule that was incorporated both overtly and subtly. That rule was RESPECT. I am as guilty as any one else, so the only finger I am pointing is at myself. I feel that we have forgotten this rule and are sliding into a pattern of one-upping each other or manifesting outright disrespect for each other. This forum is not about me, nor is it about you. It is not about who is right or who is wrong, or how many posts one can accumulate.
This forum IS about each other. It is about the exchange of information and discussion of topics. It is a place to voice opinions, hear ideas, gather information, and share experiences. It is a place to sharpen your mettle against the mettle of other members.
Prior/Current Service Members:
You are our examples and sources of information. The lessons you have learned and wisdom you can impart are invaluable assests to young people such as myself. Your wisdom and experience also inherently make you our mentors. We will learn from you, whether it be the information in a post or the manner in which it is written, our eyes are trained on you.
Future Service Members:
The lessons that can be learned here are more valuable than gold. The P/C members here know things you dont and their knowledge extends far beyond their job in the military. You may be well informed, and your input is valued, but remember who you are talking to. Listen to them and they will teach you. You may not like them, and you may not like what they say, but you will respect them.
Civilians:
There are lessons here for you too. The perspective you bring can add to the knowledge pool we can draw from. However, please remember that this is a military forum, and you do not live in that world. Bring respect with you and it will be shown to you.
Mods/Admins:
Thank you for your service. You have a difficult job keeping tabs on all of us and we do not help you out in the least. You do something most of us could never do, and that is keep our mouths shut in order to maintain neutrality and keep this forum running. I thank you for your desire to serve and for the manner in which you do so.
I do not mean to step on toes or act as a mod. I feel that we need to reflect on our cores before speaking our minds.
I will step off of my soapbox now.
That said, I think WE ALL have forgotten a rule that was incorporated both overtly and subtly. That rule was RESPECT. I am as guilty as any one else, so the only finger I am pointing is at myself. I feel that we have forgotten this rule and are sliding into a pattern of one-upping each other or manifesting outright disrespect for each other. This forum is not about me, nor is it about you. It is not about who is right or who is wrong, or how many posts one can accumulate.
This forum IS about each other. It is about the exchange of information and discussion of topics. It is a place to voice opinions, hear ideas, gather information, and share experiences. It is a place to sharpen your mettle against the mettle of other members.
Prior/Current Service Members:
You are our examples and sources of information. The lessons you have learned and wisdom you can impart are invaluable assests to young people such as myself. Your wisdom and experience also inherently make you our mentors. We will learn from you, whether it be the information in a post or the manner in which it is written, our eyes are trained on you.
Future Service Members:
The lessons that can be learned here are more valuable than gold. The P/C members here know things you dont and their knowledge extends far beyond their job in the military. You may be well informed, and your input is valued, but remember who you are talking to. Listen to them and they will teach you. You may not like them, and you may not like what they say, but you will respect them.
Civilians:
There are lessons here for you too. The perspective you bring can add to the knowledge pool we can draw from. However, please remember that this is a military forum, and you do not live in that world. Bring respect with you and it will be shown to you.
Mods/Admins:
Thank you for your service. You have a difficult job keeping tabs on all of us and we do not help you out in the least. You do something most of us could never do, and that is keep our mouths shut in order to maintain neutrality and keep this forum running. I thank you for your desire to serve and for the manner in which you do so.
I do not mean to step on toes or act as a mod. I feel that we need to reflect on our cores before speaking our minds.
I will step off of my soapbox now.