Why is it that when you meet and greet Military Brothers and sisters some accept you and some don't?

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Response by MAJ Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2015 8:39 AM

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Thank you for the article. It is a nice read.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2015 8:50 AM

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People are people, SPC Mark Beard. They have bad moods just like everyone else. It isn't you, it is them.

Response by SrA Edward Vong made Nov 12 at 2015 8:52 AM

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I think it may be general rudeness. Putting aside military members and veterans, I treat everyone the same way I want to be treated no matter what your background may be.

Response by PVT Robert Gresham made Nov 12 at 2015 8:55 AM

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Each of us has own personality, our own quirks, and our own problems, SPC Mark Beard. For most of us, serving in the Military was an experience that we treasure, while others describe it as the, "the worst 2 (3,4) years of my life". There are also those who suffer from PTSD and depression, and just can not bear to talk about, or dwell on, their military service. You just need to be aware of who you ar talking to, and their feelings on the subject of their military career.

Response by SSG Audwin Scott made Nov 12 at 2015 9:18 AM

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I wouldn't take it personal, I work at a college and some of my co-workers want speak, some just have their days and some are just not into greeting others.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2015 9:46 AM

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Because some people don't like fart jokes.

Response by Capt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2015 9:59 AM

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I believe that in any group of people 10% are pretty much like by everyone, 10% are pretty much not liked by anyone and the rest fall between. There is a reason why the 10% who are not liked by anyone.

More importantly, as has been pointed out, some vets do not want to remember their service. It was not good for all of us.

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Nov 12 at 2015 10:07 AM

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Personally I don't care about MOS, but I usually have the hardest time with the grunt vs. POG thing. I'm a POG, a leg, a "support dude", and I take the ribbing in stride being I do dish it out sometimes. On rare occasions I see where someone isn't joking and at that point, I pick up my nads and move on. People are people, and a**holes are just that...a**holes. No point in arguing with them at that point, too many good folks who can give and take a joke to be serious and butthurt over one.

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Nov 12 at 2015 10:10 AM

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Human nature. I find that many just don't want to speak to those that are older than they are. Much to their loss. I find that the older you get the more invisible you get. Occasionally I will get into a brief conversation, then once they hear about my experience and thoughts on where we are today as opposed to decades ago, its hard to get away.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 12 at 2015 11:31 AM

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PCD, personality conflict disorder!!! I can generally tell if I'm speaking with a democrat within the first few minutes of meeting. At that point, I know they are completely closed minded and I walk away.

Response by MSgt Victor Moss made Nov 12 at 2015 1:10 PM

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Because we're human beings? Just because someone served, doesn't automatically make them a "brother" in my eyes. I've known some totally jackasses in the military that are probably total jackasses as Veterans.

Response by SSgt Alex Robinson made Nov 12 at 2015 4:19 PM

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SPC Mark Beard it's called human nature. There is not one human being on the face of the earth That can get along with everyone.

Response by MSG Brad Sand made Nov 12 at 2015 5:21 PM

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Same reason anyone else accepts you, while others do not. Veterans are people just like others and being an ass has nothing to do with your service. I think veterans are likely to cut a bit more slack for fellow soldiers and veterans but their true personality will win over sooner or later.

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 13 at 2015 8:22 AM

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Some hated the time they spend in military ... and separate themselves completely and will attack those that are still in the service or still remain "faithful" to their service ... I meet one of those ... very "funny" conversation.