15th, You've helped Me Alot

[ODell]

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Hello 15^th MEU Milsim Unit,

 

Excuse me for being a little person. But,

 

I've been playing with you guys for a really long time. Oh god, since ArmA 2 back when I first started watching Drumheller on Youtube. I've always wanted to join the military for as long as I can remember. And finding a group of people like you guys/girls was great. It was pretty neat finding so many people that played ArmA the way it was intended. And bring in the immersion and realism at the same time having fun.

 

Years went on. And I've made some friends in the 15^th. And have came across from cool people to operate with and laugh and joke around with. Even find some glitches in ArmA 2. (Moore you know what I'm talking about LOL.) This was all back when I was younger and I'm still playing ArmA with you people. As the years went on, I debated on joined the unit and eventually did for a short amount of time. But had to leave due to getting a new job and ending up missing the operations and training's. But I still stuck around and fucked shit up on the public server. It was a fun learning experience with all the mods. Thank god for basic medic ACE3 feature. Cause if we used advanced medical I'd be fucked.

 

Years went by and I bounced around other units trying to find one to join. Mainly smaller SOF units. But I stayed loyal and kept slaying with you guys. Some of the units I was with folded and the players dispersed. Some are still going, some I just stopped playing with due to the people in the unit. But I always came home to the 15^th.

 

But now to get the main point of the post your reading. In the last few years, like the last 5 or 6 years. I've been dealing with depression among other things. If anyone else has been down this road. You know it's a bumpy one, and writing this post isn't a cry for help. But more like a thank you post.

 

I was never a popular one in school, public and highschool. Not even in Army Cadets, not sure what it could be compared to in the states. But it's some extra community type thing. I spent 7 years in that organization. From being green to climbing to Sargent, leading my own sections (squads) and also being a 2IC. But I had a small group of friends in there. And soon ended up meeting WhiskeyVictor. Who you'll see me with a lot on the public server. We became bestfriends, brothers.

 

But deep down inside I was still hurting, still depressed and as the years went on it became worse. Grew distant from the people I went to school with and with the people I attended Cadets with. Soon enough I found myself having thoughts of ending my life cause I was so alone, but I wouldn't talk about it to anyone. And if you ever played with me on the public server. I bet you would have never guessed it.

 

So I would like to take the time and thank everyone in the unit. The people who started the unit. The people who run it, who makes the missions for the public server, absolutely everyone. Because without finding the 15^th MEU Milsim Unit, and making the friends I have now. And laughing my ass off and getting my game face on with. And feeling like I belong somewhere. I probably wouldn't be here today.

 

So thank you. See you on the field.

M.Odell

OscarMike

[1stLt H. Taylor]

Now that I see that name, Mr. Odell, I remember you very well. I'm very glad to hear you're surviving the suck and doing well. Thank you in fact, because people like you with that attitude are the reason I love being here and the reason this unit is everything it has been, is, and will be, whether or not you're a member. I know I speak for a ton of people here when I say we're glad to have you as our guest, we are proud you've stuck around us for this amount of time, and we'd welcome you back in a heartbeat if you ever wanted to pick up where you left off.

 

 

Edited August 4, 2017 by Cpl H. Taylor

[ODell]

22 minutes ago, Cpl H. Taylor said:

Now that I see that name, Mr. Odell, I remember you very well. I'm very glad to hear you're surviving the suck and doing well. Thank you in fact, because people like you with that attitude are the reason I love being here and the reason this unit is everything it has been, is, and will be, whether or not you're a member. I know I speak for a ton of people here when I say we're glad to have you as our guest, we are proud you've stuck around us for this amount of time, and we'd welcome you back in a heartbeat if you ever wanted to pick up where you left off.

 

 

Thank you. Means a lot.

[LtCol (Ret) Saarema]

Keep on killin' it. 

 

It takes balls to admit what you have. I can't remember if I've played with you over the years, but I can relate to your situation.

 

Shit gets better, trust me.

 

I battled with depression when I was younger and this community played a large part in keeping me sane and busy when I worked on myself.

 

It's a privilege to provide that environment to others.

 

 

[ODell]

1 minute ago, LtCol Saarema said:

Keep on killin' it. 

 

It takes balls to admit what you have. I can't remember if I've played with you over the years, but I can relate to your situation.

 

Shit gets better, trust me.

 

I battled with depression when I was younger and this community played a large part in keeping me sane and busy when I worked on myself.

 

It's a privilege to provide that environment to others.

 

 

We've slayed together a little bit. But it has been a while. As far as I can remember. Are you pilot in the unit?

 

Thank you.

Edited August 5, 2017 by OscarMike

[Maj (Ret) D. Johansen]

We've been playing together on the server a few times & I absolutely enjoy your company. I agree with you that depression is bumby road & it's one hell of a fight. 
I know it, I've had it myself thanks to my mental state that I was born with.
It's one of those fights that just seems unbearble & hopeless. But your are your mind. I've won the fight & trust me with these words as you would in the CH-53. That fight is worth winning in every way

I'm 100% sure that everyone in the 15th is willing to be there for you when you need it & fuck if I could I would give you a shoulder clap for texting this with open words.
Just by waking up every morning is a achievement itself. Come back when you have the energy for it & let's have a good time fucking up the AI in the public server  

 

[ODell]

11 minutes ago, SNA D. Johansen said:

We've been playing together on the server a few times & I absolutely enjoy your company. I agree with you that depression is bumby road & it's one hell of a fight. 
I know it, I've had it myself thanks to my mental state that I was born with.
It's one of those fights that just seems unbearble & hopeless. But your are your mind. I've won the fight & trust me with these words as you would in the CH-53. That fight is worth winning in every way

I'm 100% sure that everyone in the 15th is willing to be there for you when you need it & fuck if I could I would give you a shoulder clap for texting this with open words.
Just by waking up every morning is a achievement itself. Come back when you have the energy for it & let's have a good time fucking up the AI in the public server  

 

Thanks Johansen. I'm always around to fucking up the AI on the public server.

[LtCol (Ret) A. Hansen]

Hey, I remember seeing your name around.

Glad you are still stickin around man. As the others have said, we are here for you. Keep on truckin'.

 

 

[ODell]

17 hours ago, Sgt A. Hansen said:

Hey, I remember seeing your name around.

Glad you are still stickin around man. As the others have said, we are here for you. Keep on truckin'.

 

 

Thank you Sgt. Hansen. To know I have people here for me and such, it means a lot. This pubber WILL be on truckin'

[MSgt (Ret) Bayless]

Mr ODell, I remember you, I also have lots of experience with you on the public server. 

 

Its an honor to know we could help in any way. It means a lot to me personally.

[ODell]

11 minutes ago, SSgt Bayless said:

Mr ODell, I remember you, I also have lots of experience with you on the public server. 

 

Its an honor to know we could help in any way. It means a lot to me personally.

Yes Bayless we have had some good times together. And getting the support from the unit means a lot to me as well. Thank you.

[Bern]

Hey OscarMike, IDK if you know me, but we've been playing together a lot in the Recruting/Public Server, and you're an amazing dude with a good personality. Fuck those people who judged you in school, don't let those faggitz put you down. You're a great guy yourself with amazing social skills. Da 15th will always be there for you, whether you're mad, happy or sad. Hopefully I see ya again man. You're a great dude.

 

Edited August 6, 2017 by Pvt Bern

[ODell]

Just now, Pvt Bern said:

Hey OscarMike, IDK if you know me, but we've been playing together a lot in the Recruting/Public Server, and you're an amazing dude with a good personality. Fuck those people who judged you in school, don't let those faggitz put you down. You're a great guy yourself with amazing social skills. Da 15th will always be there for you, whether you're mad, happy or sad. Hopefully I see ya again man. You're a great dude.

 

I'm always around. When I hit the pub server. It's go time and I'm a happy boy haha. Thank dude.

[LtCol J. Moore]

@OscarMike

Hey bud, time does fly. More then 4 years ago we slated on Rasman when you captured the shenanigan. Ill never forget man. I am overjoyed to see you stick around even when you left the unit. One of the first guys I met when I first joined the unit (Massi has dibs for anyone that remembers him) and im proud of it. Your a great friendly battle buddy and I'd have you cover my 6 any day.

[Capt (Ret) D. A. Taylor]

Just wanted to say that this is truly amazing, this is what the 15th MEU is all about. It has such a positive affect on so many people's lives including mine. It teaches people essential leadership, social, and work skills. It makes me happy to see that this community means something to people. Makes me super proud to be apart of such a thriving organization 

[ODell]

3 hours ago, 1stLt J. Moore said:

@OscarMike

Hey bud, time does fly. More then 4 years ago we slated on Rasman when you captured the shenanigan. Ill never forget man. I am overjoyed to see you stick around even when you left the unit. One of the first guys I met when I first joined the unit (Massi has dibs for anyone that remembers him) and im proud of it. Your a great friendly battle buddy and I'd have you cover my 6 any day.

Yeah dude. Time flies when your having fun. I could never leave you people or the unit behind. I've met some pretty rad people from playing with you guys. And Massi! OMG I miss that fucker, what happen to him. He reminds me of Cyanide off of SovietWombles videos lmao. Love that dude.

[ODell]

3 hours ago, 1stLt J. Moore said:

@OscarMike

Hey bud, time does fly. More then 4 years ago we slated on Rasman when you captured the shenanigan. Ill never forget man. I am overjoyed to see you stick around even when you left the unit. One of the first guys I met when I first joined the unit (Massi has dibs for anyone that remembers him) and im proud of it. Your a great friendly battle buddy and I'd have you cover my 6 any day.

And it is an honour to cover your six any time of day. Semper Gumbi.

[ODell]

56 minutes ago, 1stLt D. A. Taylor said:

Just wanted to say that this is truly amazing, this is what the 15th MEU is all about. It has such a positive affect on so many people's lives including mine. It teaches people essential leadership, social, and work skills. It makes me happy to see that this community means something to people. Makes me super proud to be apart of such a thriving organization 

Dude, it's helped me through so much, not just depression and multiple suicidal thoughts. But it's helped a lot with my social skills. I can be myself with ya'll people.