I am coming up on 500,000 points, so, should I be excited?

COL Charles Williams — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:10:29 -0500

So, I have been on rally point for about a year (I think) and initially, when I was off for the summer, I was on here a bunch, then it tapered off... My competitive side causes me to pay to attention the scores and rankings... But, for most the year, I don't have a lot a free time... So, RP is generally relegated to brief moments when I have some free time... like when were flooded in... or today, when we are snowed in and today's activities were cancelled.

Nevertheless, I was on here when the first RP member hit 1,000,000 and then 2, and the second...

So, should I be excited? Or get back to my honey doos...

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 11:16 AM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:16:10 -0500

Congratulations on reaching 500,000!

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Jan 9 at 2016 11:18 AM

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:18:00 -0500

COL Charles Williams you should be excited, it shows commitment to the Network. Congratulations.

Response by CMSgt John Momaney made Jan 9 at 2016 11:18 AM

CMSgt John Momaney — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:18:30 -0500

Are you catching any flack by the family for being on RP all the time? Easy question to answer and make a decision from. Good luck.

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 11:20 AM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:20:45 -0500

COL Charles Williams, you inspire us newbies that are just getting started here and feel that initial enthusiasm. Your commentaries are quite noteworthy. My vote is, please keep the excitement, Sir!

Response by LTC Stephen F. made Jan 9 at 2016 11:27 AM

LTC Stephen F. — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:27:02 -0500

I try to not be cynical COL Charles Williams which is one of the reasons I voted Yes - you should be excited as you get close to and pass 500,000 points.
I generally enjoy your posts. I am glad to learn that you have been gainfully employed and hope that will continue for you.

Response by Capt Brandon Charters made Jan 9 at 2016 11:27 AM

Capt Brandon Charters — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:27:25 -0500

COL Charles Williams - I would celebrate. Those points are a direct reflection of how much you've contributed to this community. Advice coming from your background and experience is invaluable for the average service member and veteran. How many times in a career would the average E-1 through E-4 get to have an open conversation with an O-6. Pretty valuable stuff when you look at the impact on others.

I know I speak for many of us here when I say thanks for being such an influential part of this network!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 11:53 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 11:53:15 -0500

You should be very excited. Most of us just have a vague feeling that we spend too much time on the internet. However you, sir, have quantifiable proof. ;)

Response by CPT Aaron Kletzing made Jan 9 at 2016 1:02 PM

CPT Aaron Kletzing — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 13:02:14 -0500

You should celebrate, big milestone to hit!

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 1:13 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 13:13:12 -0500

I love your posts sir!

Response by COL Mikel J. Burroughs made Jan 9 at 2016 1:36 PM

COL Mikel J. Burroughs — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 13:36:45 -0500

COL Charles Williams It's all about balance, but you don't need to hear that from me. I'm on here because I'm trying to help veterans with PTSD, TBI, MST, and that are severely disabled. In addition, I'm working on employment opportunities for veterans as well and trying to get the civilian supporter and recruiters to help sponsor the programs. I like sending out information about leadership and helping whoever I can. What is your purpose COL Williams and take that direction - You have always provide great insight and feedback as well. Would hate to see you go back to the Honey doos.....but you have to take care of that too! By the way I'm out of votes up (normal everyday thing), so I owe you one for the question!

Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Jan 9 at 2016 2:02 PM

CSM Charles Hayden — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 14:02:34 -0500

COL Charles Williams Don't over do it Colonel. @SFC Mark Merino set a record and virtually vanished from RP. Save some for future comments.

Response by COL Jon Thompson made Jan 9 at 2016 2:39 PM

COL Jon Thompson — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 14:39:19 -0500

I was excited to reach 100K so I have a ways to go. I think what it shows is your contributions to the community in a constructive manner.

Response by PO1 John Miller made Jan 9 at 2016 2:43 PM

PO1 John Miller — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 14:43:31 -0500

I was pretty excited when I hit a few milestones. 500,000 points, up votes to my comments going down to 30 points, etc. So yes! :)

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 3:22 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 15:22:20 -0500

That is cute. I got that many points just off my Saluting LT question.

Response by LTC Bink Romanick made Jan 9 at 2016 3:28 PM

LTC Bink Romanick — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 15:28:44 -0500

COL Charles Williams congratulations!

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 3:34 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 15:34:19 -0500

Congratulations Colonel! The points show that you actively contribute to RallyPoint, which is a great site for active duty personnel and veterans.

Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 3:51 PM

CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 15:51:36 -0500

Yes, Sir! As excited as a Valedictorian in Summer School! Just kidding. :)

Yes indeed! It shows that your contributions are appreciated by all of us, Sir. I always enjoy your inputs here!

Response by SMSgt Thor Merich made Jan 9 at 2016 4:20 PM

SMSgt Thor Merich — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 16:20:17 -0500

Yes, congratulations.

Response by SCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 4:24 PM

SCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 16:24:11 -0500

When I came aboard six months ago, I was sort of taken aback by the points system. I didn't expect it and I still don't like how it operates. That said, I asked several of these "big-time" points people about this system, and a large number of them said they don't care about the points, or they never pay attention to their points. And, yet, they sure like to bathe in the limelight and appear to love all the accolades when they "hit" all these so-called milestones. Go figure.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 6:33 PM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 18:33:27 -0500

If it's important to you, by all means be excited about it. Nobody else can decide if it is or isn't a big deal for you, Sir...

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 7:39 PM

SSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 19:39:58 -0500

If they honey dos and the honey betters are in question. :) Congrats.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 9:12 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 21:12:34 -0500

COL Charles Williams, when I hit 500k, I didn't realize it for a while. After I realized it, I can't say I was excited, but I thought it was a milestone for me, to stay connected, and be so involved. So, congratulations.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 9 at 2016 10:44 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 22:44:04 -0500

Welcome to the club, sir. I have enjoyed your thoughtful contributions.

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Jan 9 at 2016 10:54 PM

SGM Mikel Dawson — Sat, 09 Jan 2016 22:54:43 -0500

COL Charles Williams Sir, here in Denmark those 500,000 points and 20 krone will get you a cup of coffee.
Seriously - If only one piece of advice you've given here has helped a person, then all the posts you've done is well worth it. Giving back, giving advice, opinions, helping each other is what this site is all about!! Thanks for all you've given.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Jan 10 at 2016 3:00 AM

CAPT Kevin B. — Sun, 10 Jan 2016 03:00:10 -0500

The survey missed an option: "Whatever winds your clock." For myself, I'm in the "Whose Line is it Anyways" category as "the points don't matter" to me. So if you get more out of RP than you put in, it's a good investment. Everyone is somewhere on the bell curve with extremes on either end a red flag. Point hounds remind me of the SMs who have paper hanger wars with no CEU certificate too small not to PermaPlaque and put up on their living memorial. And the purpose is? So if 500 grand feels like an accomplishment to you, great. However I see a number of folk around here get positive meaning out of your posts. That's what impresses me. Making a difference hangs around longer than numbers in the cloud.

Response by PFC Stephen Eric Serati made Jan 10 at 2016 8:41 PM

PFC Stephen Eric Serati — Sun, 10 Jan 2016 20:41:36 -0500

Yes you should Sir.That you spend time in your spare time to help out the RallyPoint Community by staying engaged and helping others.I think you should be very proud of your accomplishments.Thank You for your service.

Response by SGT Dave Tracy made Jan 11 at 2016 9:57 AM

SGT Dave Tracy — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 09:57:24 -0500

I can't get too excited about these "points" as they don't actually have any inherent meaning or impact on my life. Still, if you are into point scoring on RP, I don't honestly see anything "wrong" with that.

Response by SSG Audwin Scott made Jan 12 at 2016 9:20 AM

SSG Audwin Scott — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 09:20:44 -0500

I was excited when I reached 100,000!

Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 12 at 2016 12:29 PM

PO2 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 12:29:09 -0500

Of course. Great contributor.

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Jan 12 at 2016 8:51 PM

Sgt Kelli Mays — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 20:51:47 -0500

IDK...it's up to you whether you are thrilled or not.