by climberwannabe » Wed Mar 16, 2005 10:56 pm
Well its good to see that this thread took a turn for the better... the good sense of humor which attracted me to CNS in the first place is shinning thru.
I dont want anyone to think that my reply was a hope to stop people from having their own opinions. And Cara you made a great statement about the fact that you have strong opinions on some major issues... and thats great, but I'm sure most people wouldnt come on here and start ranting about women who have abortions are some of the poorest climbers they've seen. Point made?
I guess I am just sick of trying to enlighten those out their who have a negative view on my lifestyle and JOB choice, cause thats all it really is. Oh but I do have one comment to sort of pick apart, cant remember who it was from. It had to do with being 'ordered' around all the time. Let me ask you: Do you own your own business? ARe you your own boss? Have you never been asked or told to do something at work? Let me be the first to say I have NEVER been yelled at in my 4 going on 5 year carreer, and I have never been ORDERED to do something in that time either. I am on a first name basis with my bosses (as I am sure you dont picture this). Oh and I cant remember the last time I stood at attention. I havea great job fixing airplanes, making great money doing it... which pays for my climbing gear!!!
Granted, basic training had its moments, but its not like the movies... trust me.
Steve out
P.S. I also hate the term 'civies' or 'civilians', it comes across as very condascending. Sorry if I offended anyone with it. I dont feel like I am superior to anyone.
Mother nature: 1, climberwannabe: 0