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I have a problem falling asleep when I drive in the highway.  I find that nibbling on something prevents me from falling asleep.  Jelly beans or sunflower seeds work well.  You can't fall asleep while eating.

Well, my boss and my company are definately not supportive.  He's been jacking me up every week now since I informed them I was staying in.  That's fine; it's their loss  I am negotiating with a contractor for a position that will allow me some flexibility to finish my training.  BMQ starts Jan...

Well, I had a long talk with my Adjt tonight, and I'm going to stick with it for awhile.  I owe it to myself to at least try the training since it's only on weekends to start, and we'll see how it goes after that.  He said it wouldn't be right if they didn't try everything in their power to be...

Well, 7 weeks in and it looks like I am going to release.  I can't afford the time off from my civie job to do the training, and I don't think I have the energy for weekend training.  If you can't train, you can't do the job. I really should have done this 20 years ago.  The Honorary had a good...

Don't you mean, "Chuckles, Sir!"  ;D

I'll be 47 next week.  ;D My understanding is that for level 3 you need to run in 5min/km, and of course level 2 and 1 are faster still.  I am using one of those new GPS watches that help me set my pace.  As long as I can see a gradual improvement over time, I am happy.  I don't want to push it...

I ran my best time on the weekend: 5.3 km in 32:36.  My goal is to get it to 25 minutes eventually, but in the short term I would like to get it under 30.  I've been running regularly now for just about 2 years.  I go every second day to give my body time to rest.  I used to go every day to take...

I'm a Jimmy.  :salute:

Enrolment on Tuesday!  Whoohoo!  :)

You owe it to yourself to exhaust all avenues, otherwise you will always be wondering "what if". Congrats on your offer.  I gathered you were on a long journey too as I tried to read through your (winner of the longest  :)) thread.

Glad my story could help.  If you believe in what you are doing and you really want it, then you won't give up in the face of a little red tape.  :)  Let your respirologist know exactly why you are getting testing, AND that you need a copy of his/her assessment for the recruiting office.  I...

Well, I passed my fitness test back in July.  I met with the unit commander in August.  They sent my file off to Ottawa and Edmonton for approvals.  It seems my degree is not the perfect match, so an academic waiver may be required, and that is slowing it down a bit.  If all goes well I can...

Thanks for the support, Moody.  I'm just happy things are moving forward again. 

Fitness test next week!  Back on track!

Got the all clear from the RMO last week, and I touched base with the unit recruiter.  I should be hearing this week about my fitness test.  Getting closer... :)