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Outstanding posts so far. I will not attempt to cover any of the ground previously discussed, instead I will address things I am seeing in my own re-enlistment process. Background First, let me state my first enlistment back in '77 is a murky memory. However it was not as long or arduous as it...

Hey, Old Ranger, how you doing? Yes, I have been watching all vision related posts closely. Good suggestion though.

Gah, I understand what you're saying Kincanucks, and I appreciate your reply. I've been trying to arrange to pick one up, and I've not got any reply to my calls to the med person. The main desk says don't drop by because the med people are not always in. It's frustrating, but I'll live. I'll...

Ultimately, it's up to the recruiters to say yes or no. If you can be more specific about your problem, maybe some recruiters here can give you more info. You haven't said much about why you have problems, only that you do. I have the impression from your post that this is a medical issue, not...

I challenge this. I saw no "jumping to conclusions." I think there are many people on this board who jump on the media, with the perception that there's some anti-military bias. Bullcrap.  Frankly, I think some people here are hyper-sensitive to perceived slights to the CF. In case you haven't...

I remember seeing an example of military skills in a sample resume on a DND web site...it's the dept. that helps reservist/employer relations, and I can't for the life of me remember what the dept. is called or what the URL is...can't seem to find it on the DND home page. Maybe someone else...

Hi, I've been trying for several days to get the medical folks at CFRC Toronto. I am seeing my opthamologist Tuesday Sept.6 and I want to give him the vision questionaire. I haven't even received a call back, I know the med. personnel are not always at the CFRC and the front desk guys have no...

Thanks for the posts. It's tough to get good feedback on other sites. Today I went to my first consultation. (I have booked consutls at several facilities.) The technician looked over my eyes, then a sales type takes over with the pitch. Thing is, I have developed a list of hard hitting...

Thanks for the info! I was told about a month or 6 weeks ago by CFRC Toronto it's a minimum 6 months wait after Lasik, 12 months wait after PRK. How'd you get the 3 months? That would be nice.

OK, Would one of you hairy bag's know how the name "hairy bag" came about? And is it a general term for all Navy personnel or just sea-going?  :)

Okay, so I've heard this term for years. Anyone know how it originated, and is it specific to Canada? edit: typo

Gunnar, loved your definitions. You were doing great until you got to "capitalist" - here's mine fwiw: If you believe in personal prosperity without community responsibility you're a Capitalist. If you  believe in community responsibility without personal prosperity you're a Socialist. (If you...

Good explanation. I had some questions about this myself. Just to clarify, your example applies only to a  Militia BMQ, not all Reserve components. Air and Navy are both full time not weekends, and roughly equal to Reg BMQ and IAP/BOTC ( although I imagine there are some differences in time...

I really appreciate the info you folks are sharing. Keep it coming! For those of you who are investigating this procedure, here's a link to a site with a lot of good information, including advice on screening your doctor: http://www.usaeyes.org The referral service is strictly US, but the...

On an off topic note: All it takes is years of 6-7 day weeks, and 12-16 hour days, and a huge amount of personal financial risk. No mandated vacations or holidays for business owners. Trust me, anyone who has a successful, serious business is working a hell of a lot harder than you think. Once...

I see some good news here. Yes, the poll says people want a "traditional peacekeeping role", but I see the recognition that this is an old fashioned view, and that the public image needs to be put into a more realistic context. In addition I have noted a very slow, grudging recognition in the...

MissHardie, Thanks, that's good info. You're always a big help. We can use this to plan for the longer term. (Provided I ever get through the recruiting phase! 13 months and counting, now.)

I say call and see what's up. Keep calling. Be polite and respectful but be a "squeeky wheel." In some circumstances you may have to wait for your next tests - as an example I've been scheduled for my medical and interview finally after waiting nearly 6 months after my CFAT. But as I said...

I keep thinking about all the chaos of the situation, revving up an over-excited dog - followed by small ball-like objects rolling around. Are we sure this was a deliberate sacrifice, or was this a dog deciding he wants to play too? I know, I know...it's a heretical thought. But my old dog...

Hi all, I am seeking help from those here who have had Lasik or similar eye surgery. Due to the new vision standards, I am now on the edge of V3 and V4. It's possible I will not qualify for my chosen occupation at my medical. So, I am considering laser eye surgery in case I end up V4. I am...