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Hurry Up..And Wait!! - Application Process Update

Bruce Monkhouse said:
Fast enough for ya?? :-*

Yes!  In fact, I was just trying to modify my post to that effect as you were merging!
 
Well, went down to the recruiting center today and the Captain sent an e-mail to someone in Ottawa to hopefully speed up the process of my medical file getting through, which is great news for me!
Tonight, after talking with my parents I've had a change of heart. You see, last week I went down and changed my regimental offiliation from PPCLI to RCR. Why did I do this? Because I got thinking of how I take care of my grandparents three days a week, how much closer I could be to family and how I could be of more assistance to my family in general if I were in Petewawa as opposed to Edmonton.
But, after having a long discussion with my parents this evening and finally telling them that I've switched, they've given me a different perspective. They mentioned to me that I'm at a point in my life where I need to go off and do my own thing and not to worry about them or my Grandparents so much because I need to do this for myself, as it's what I've always wanted to do.
Not to knock anything against the RCR, it's just that I've always thought about living out West and this could be a great opportunity to do so. I'm starting to feel like I let my feelings for my family get the best of me instead of considering only myself for once..
What would happen if I changed my Regimental Affiliation back to PPCLI again? Should I do it right away even though I could get somewhat of a "talking to?" Or do I wait until I get a job offer and just see what happens.
I should mention that when I went in last week to change to RCR, the recruiter mentioned to me that I "would probably would get an offer for PPCLI insted anyways, because they are hiring more guys right now" or something along those lines.
Any help/advice would be GREATLY appreciated.. and I hope this is in the right section.
Thank you,
Luke.
 
You can change your mind, just let them know you thought about it and after discussing with your family have decided that PPCLI is your choice. It might make the difference between a job offer now vice one in April. Best of Luck.

CFR FCS
 
Okay, but will the fact that I will of changed my mind for the SECOND time throw them off? I mean, won't it look bad on me as well and make them reconsider even hiring me?
 
Well, I just got all worked up for nothing. I just called and was connected to a VERY helpful recruiter. He knew me by name from being in there so often, and informed me that I should just relax and that it's really not a big deal if I want to change it back. He informed me that this sort of thing happens more frequently then I think and that it was no big deal.
Gotta love the support, looks like it's PPCLI for me again!
Alos an update.. he told me to make sure I call him next thursday as my medical file has taken too long and he should have something for me by then!!!!! ;D
I cant wait!!!
 
Wow, I haven't touched this thread since February. I guess I'll put in one last update and sumarise everything as best as I can for other people going through this...

After the countless calls and letters from the RMO in Ottawa, I finally got testing done and found out I wasn't allergic to bee sting's. This gave me the go ahead and just over a month ago I was given an offer for Infantry PPCLI to leave for Basic in St. Jean on the 28th of June. Needless to say, I've been pumped ever since.

What have I learned from the process? I've learned to keep at'er and not just give up because you get a rejection letter.
I've also learned that the decision to join the military comes with an emotional price, even when you haven't sworn in yet. The two sides of my family are quite torn about my decision. My dad's side being very religious and my mother's being quite laid back. Needless to say I've had many discussions and e-mails sent to me that I've had to defend myself on.
All in all, I'm going to go into this with an open mind. Hopefully make new friends and put as much effort into this as I physically and mentally can.
For the first time in my life I don't know what's in store for me in, say, a year from now. And you know what? I wouldn't have it any other way. It's kind of nice to know that in three weeks time I'll be starting a new career, making new friends, and having some unforgetable experiences that I can't even imagine I'd ever be having.
It's time to make the most of it, and I wish everyone else who is going through the application process the best of luck. Don't ever let someone tell you, you can't do something. At the end of the day you need to do what feel's right for YOU. Even if some people who are close to you don't support the idea.
Next chapter, here I come.

Luke.
 
Cheers! those are the stories I like to hear. How ever, the waiting is what kills. I got a Medically Unfit letter a few years ago, took the time to see specialists to solve it, got the letters and am at it again. The Army Doc, said I was a good candidate, so fingers crossed, this time i had to get a letter for high BP and a thing I had when growing up (which was an addressed issue on the RMO letter they never asked for any real update on it) So I handed it in and im waiting... had some blood work done to, sent it all in... I don't know a bit skeptical of this.
 
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