Are you "lucky"if you have a secure retirement?

[300UGUY]

It is interesting that HS is getting his medical and pension from the government, but doesn't feel anybody else should. Was being in the Coast Guard that heroic that he should be "special". ?

 

[riptides]

It is interesting that HS is getting his medical and pension from the government, but doesn't feel anybody else should. Was being in the Coast Guard that heroic that he should be "special". ?

The Coast Guard is a service. They serve our country. They go in harms way too.

All who serve are special. Respect is given in that sense, it is earned in other aspects of life.

 

[Capricious]

"... it's actually a retainer to remain on call at the Presidents order..."




Now, is that the president "elected by the American People," as you put it?

And, so, you were in the COAST GUARD???

After a few decades of employment in what can be termed the "merchant marine," and having dealt with the Coast Guard on many many issues, I do not have a very high opinion of the United States Coast Guard.

Oh, sure, a few of them go "in harm's way," but a very large percentage does little other than make life difficult for us "low information types" who try to make a living on the water.

 

[houstonscott]

"... it's actually a retainer to remain on call at the Presidents order..." Now, is that the president "elected by the American People," as you put it? And, so, you were in the COAST GUARD??? After a few decades of employment in what can be termed the "merchant marine," and having dealt with the Coast Guard on many many issues, I do not have a very high opinion of the United States Coast Guard. Oh, sure, a few of them go "in harm's way," but a very large percentage does little other than make life difficult for us "low information types" who try to make a living on the water.

That President is elected by the States genius. HS

 

[RedNeckGeek]

This has been an interesting and helpful thread. Right up until the last few pages of pissing match. Maybe it's the weather back east, maybe it's the post holiday crush of bills, maybe it's just plain old mean spiritedness. Whatever the cause, there's no room for it here on TBN.

I suggest that before you post, ask yourself "What has my post got to do with the thread subject?" In this case, that's the role of luck in obtaining a secure retirement. If there's a connection, go ahead and post but keep it on point and respectful. Otherwise, consider my mom's advise: If you can't say something nice, don't say it at all.

 

[houstonscott]

This has been an interesting and helpful thread. Right up until the last few pages of pissing match. Maybe it's the weather back east, maybe it's the post holiday crush of bills, maybe it's just plain old mean spiritedness. Whatever the cause, there's no room for it here on TBN. I suggest that before you post, ask yourself "What has my post got to do with the thread subject?" In this case, that's the role of luck in obtaining a secure retirement. If there's a connection, go ahead and post but keep it on point and respectful. Otherwise, consider my mom's advise: If you can't say something nice, don't say it at all.

you are right, hey, do you fish Hat Creek? Love that place. HS

 

[TomSeller]

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[houstonscott]

Let us know what Obama says when you talk to him. And post a picture or it didn't happen. These USCG websites call you a retiree, and talk about your entitlements. Coast]USCG: Page Not Found Guard Retiree Services Program Coast]USCG: Page Not Found Guard Retiree Services Program It sure sounds like a retirement (entitlement) program to me. Similar to everyone else's.

Take your vendetta somewhere else boy. HS.