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Posted: 12/11/2010 5:07:27 PM EDT

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:11:01 PM EDT

[#1]

congradulations...

life sometimes gets in the way.......long time coming?

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:13:21 PM EDT

[#2]

congrats. im sure you will make a fine __________ some day.

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:14:35 PM EDT

[#3]

Crap....does that mean it's time to grow up?

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:16:16 PM EDT

[#4]

Aahhh, a major prep, eye blackouts for the family....

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:19:07 PM EDT

[#5]

Thanks guys. Yup, long time in progress.

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:22:14 PM EDT

[#6]

Quoted:
Thanks guys. Yup, long time in progress.

good example for the kids man.....never give up....

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:32:09 PM EDT

[#7]

Congrats!

Your mascara's on a little thick though

-Slice

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:33:35 PM EDT

[#8]

what exactly are you in front of?

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:33:56 PM EDT

[#9]

Quoted:
Thanks guys. Yup, long time in progress.

Perseverance FTW. Congratulations!

Posted: 12/11/2010 5:53:15 PM EDT

[#10]

Quoted:
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u142/PA22-400/graduation.png

Great idea! Have 5 kids to do all the work post SHTF!

Posted: 12/11/2010 6:13:00 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:

Quoted:

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u142/PA22-400/graduation.png

Great idea! Have 5 kids to do all the work post SHTF!

One of the kids is a rental

Posted: 12/11/2010 6:21:03 PM EDT

[#12]

At my high school, they made us shave

Posted: 12/11/2010 6:28:55 PM EDT

[#13]

Congrats!

Details?

Posted: 12/11/2010 6:34:01 PM EDT

[#14]

Quoted:

Congrats!

Details?

No special details. Just a Bachelors degree in a mechanical-technical discipline.

Posted: 12/11/2010 6:40:31 PM EDT

[#15]

You know that photo would be a great photo for high school to use for a "This is what happens when you have unprotected sex in high school!" ads!!

Congratulations! It's a hell of a lot harder to do with a family then it does when your 18 and have nothing to worry about buy yourself! As I'm sure you have seen that!

Posted: 12/11/2010 7:36:11 PM EDT

[#16]

Bettering yourself and pushing for higher education when one is an adult with other major responsibilites is a huge accomplishment, Congrats.
But I agree with what the others have said; leading by example and having those children see first hand your dedication to that degree will be a memory they will carry with them for a long time, and perhaps motivate them to follow your lead in seeking higher education, and simply sticking to your goals.
I don't know how you can put a value on that. Well done, Dad.

Posted: 12/11/2010 7:45:25 PM EDT

[#17]

Quoted:

Bettering yourself and pushing for higher education when one is an adult with other major responsibilites is a huge accomplishment, Congrats.

But I agree with what the others have said; leading by example and having those children see first hand your dedication to that degree will be a memory they will carry with them for a long time, and perhaps motivate them to follow your lead in seeking higher education, and simply sticking to your goals.

I don't know how you can put a value on that. Well done, Dad.

Thanks, and Welcome to the SF

Posted: 12/11/2010 7:53:39 PM EDT

[#18]

Thank you. Been lurking for 3 years so I figured it was time.
This place is the best SF forum I have found anywhere, with the best people in it...

Posted: 12/11/2010 8:18:51 PM EDT

[#19]

Congrats!

Having received an Associates by attending night classes while working, and then hacking away at (but never completing) a 4 year degree, I know what you sacrificed.

And while raising a family!!!

My hat's off to you.

As has been said, what a GREAT example you are for your children.

Posted: 12/11/2010 8:24:35 PM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:
what exactly are you in front of?

Looks like earth moving equipment / land leveling equipment !

Posted: 12/11/2010 8:28:50 PM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:

Congrats!

Having received an Associates by attending night classes while working, and then hacking away at (but never completing) a 4 year degree, I know what you sacrificed.

And while raising a family!!!

My hat's off to you.

As has been said, what a GREAT example you are for your children.

I would say DO NOT GIVE UP. That may be a bit hollow.

I didn't believe it was going to happen until I actually was doing the paperwork after the ceremony. With that mindset I had become my own biggest burden.

So if you must take one course, then do each assignment, and take each test in turn. DO BELIEVE THAT YOU CAN DO IT. Then do each project with the faith that you can do it.

I hope that helps

Posted: 12/11/2010 8:51:15 PM EDT

[#22]

Quoted:
At my high school, they made us shave

This sounds like GD instead of Outdoors/Survival.

Posted: 12/11/2010 9:31:26 PM EDT

[#23]

Congrats ––- PA22-400

Posted: 12/12/2010 1:30:57 AM EDT

[#24]

I like the way you covered your family's eyes so they can't see any of us scary Arfcommers

Congrats! Education (formal or informal) is one of the most important preps any of us can make.

Posted: 12/12/2010 2:54:42 AM EDT

[#25]

Quoted:
what exactly are you in front of?

I'm saying trebuchet just because I really want it to be one...

Congrats OP

Posted: 12/12/2010 3:01:46 AM EDT

[#26]

nice tactical black moo moo...

congrats man...great work!!!

Posted: 12/12/2010 3:44:16 AM EDT

[#27]

Congrats! Doing school as an adult can be a major pain in the ass for sure, but well worth it! Good luck

Posted: 12/12/2010 4:11:07 AM EDT

[#28]

The first thing that came to me was The Incredible's.

Good job brother.

Posted: 12/12/2010 7:55:34 AM EDT

[#29]

Quoted:
Bachelors degree in a mechanical-technical discipline.

Welcome to the 'Mechy' ranks!

Lots of interesting stuff out there to work on.

Enjoy!

Posted: 12/12/2010 10:33:22 AM EDT

[#30]

Congratulations!!!

That's an incredibly beneficial prep!!!

I'm taking my next series of professional exams tomorrow & tuesday! Any prayers you guys can send up to God will be MUCH appreciated!

Posted: 12/12/2010 12:06:13 PM EDT

[#31]

Congrats!

Posted: 12/12/2010 12:26:08 PM EDT

[#32]

Excellent accomplishment PA22!

Now the fun REALLY begins.

[BTW, I never heard of a [Piper Tripacer] PA22 with 400 horsepower...

Always been curious abt that... ]

Posted: 12/12/2010 12:56:00 PM EDT

[#33]

Congrats!!!

Posted: 12/12/2010 1:15:04 PM EDT

[#34]

Congradulations, that's no easy road you traveled. My wife just got her BS as well. I will say though, after looking at your picture, the first thing I thought of was the album cover from AC/DC Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap,

I guess that just shows my age.

Posted: 12/12/2010 1:17:22 PM EDT

[#35]

Congrats

Having earned a AS myself with a family and going to school at nights. I know how hard it is.

Good Job.

Posted: 12/12/2010 1:17:47 PM EDT

[#36]

BTW.....say congrats to the Mrs......Anything involving trying to study and kids....takes a toll on both parties involved......

Posted: 12/12/2010 1:35:24 PM EDT

[#37]

Quoted:

Quoted:
At my high school, they made us shave

This sounds like GD instead of Outdoors/Survival.

Yeah, yeah...I know

-It was the first thing I thought of when I saw the pic––at my graduation in HS, they told all of us 'pirates' we had to shave. Seriously though PA, CONGRATULATIONS!!. High school was the only learning institution I wore 'the cap' for, but it is a great feeling of accomplishment! It shows a lot of personal 'drive' especially with a family and daily job/commitments.

Posted: 12/12/2010 7:31:58 PM EDT

[#38]

HEY!!! congrats, man!!!

I finished school with kiddos in tow, too!! well done, mister.

Posted: 12/14/2010 11:18:26 AM EDT

[#39]

Quoted:
nice tactical black moo moo...

congrats man...great work!!!

I think I see a rino on the tag!

Congrats, PA. What an acomplishment!!! This time, the kiddos are proud of you!

Posted: 12/14/2010 11:22:43 AM EDT

[#40]

Quoted:

Quoted:
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u142/PA22-400/graduation.png

Great idea! Have 5 kids to do all the work post SHTF!

One of the kids is a rental

eat that one first...

Congrats man!!!

Posted: 12/14/2010 1:51:25 PM EDT

[#41]

Congrats. I am 3 semesters away from that prep myself.

Posted: 12/14/2010 1:59:47 PM EDT

[#42]

Congrats Pa, hard work always pays off..

Posted: 12/14/2010 2:21:40 PM EDT

[#43]

Congrats PA!! Good job! Literally! Hope it helps you get/keep/find a good job and keep that good job.

Where can I get some of those cool prepper shades?

Those must be the fancy EMP blocking shades everyone has been talking about!

Posted: 12/16/2010 8:07:13 AM EDT

[#44]

congradulations sir!..

i got married and your got degree in the same weekend it looks like. it looks like it's been a big weekend for at least some of the SF crew!..

K.

Posted: 12/16/2010 8:11:51 AM EDT

[#45]

Quoted:
Congrats. I am 3 semesters away from that prep myself.

Congratulations hope you finish on time and well

Posted: 12/16/2010 8:43:05 AM EDT

[#46]

Quoted:
No special details. Just a Bachelors degree in a mechanical-technical discipline.

That's fantastic! Congratulations brother

Back in the late 90s I got out of the gun QC business, went back to school, and started a new career in IT. While I certainly miss being around guns all day I couldn't be happier with my current career choice. It's never too late to change your path.

I'm very happy for you PA. You deserve this

Posted: 12/16/2010 8:52:08 AM EDT

[#47]

Wonderful accomplishment. Congratulations!

And I bet you can hide all sorts of bug out gear under those gowns! That might be one advantage to being in the orthodox clergy. A man can hide a lot of hardware under robes.

Best wishes for the future.