Back in Blue

I guess it’s time to let the cat outta the bag.

I’m giving up the private practice of law to return to active duty as a JAG officer in the United States Air Force.  I was re-sworn on August 14, and I officially re-enter active duty on September 9.

This was not a difficult decision, though it’s a couple years overdue.  I’ve missed the military ever since I separated to get my law degree, and it’s time to return to what I was meant to do.

What does this mean for the blog?  Just the same old minimal participation on my part.  I’ll finally be able to discuss many of the things that my current employment has prevented me from discussing, but of course I’ll be unable to discuss a whole new host of topics!

Anyway.  Just thought our 3 loyal readers deserved to know. 

1. Jed - I feel pretty good about you back in the military. Just don’t forget about us rockers out here that have enjoyed your posts.

   Posted by Charlie Hillman on August 22, 2007 at 1117 hrs




2. I’m kind of hurt that you were re-sworn 8 days ago and just now found time to tell your adoring public.

   Posted by k2aggie07 on August 22, 2007 at 1119 hrs




3. Congrats on getting back into a job you really enjoyed.

   Posted by Matt on August 22, 2007 at 1138 hrs




4. Bless you Jed.

   Posted by Fred on August 22, 2007 at 1144 hrs




5. Jed,

   Congrats. And thank you for your service.

   -Fraley

   Posted by Fraley on August 22, 2007 at 1205 hrs




6. Hurray for Jed!  I’m happy you’re doing what makes you happy.  I’m also glad you’re going somewhere that’s good for a family vacation.  Make sure your new house has enough room for all of us to visit.

   I hope your co-workers are all as hot as the JAG folks on TV.

   Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1206 hrs




7. Congratulations… And thank you.

   Posted by BadgerBlogger on August 22, 2007 at 1227 hrs




8. Congratulations, Jed and sucess.

   Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1257 hrs




9. Congrats, Jed!  Go forth and do good. 

   Posted by scott on August 22, 2007 at 1305 hrs




10. I’m kind of hurt that you were re-sworn 8 days ago and just now found time to tell your adoring public.

    I couldn’t risk my employers finding out before I gave my official notice.

    I hope your co-workers are all as hot as the JAG folks on TV.

    You mean all JAGs aren’t as hot as the ones on TV?  Uh oh.  I’ve made a huge mistake. 

    Posted by Jed on August 22, 2007 at 1320 hrs




11. Congratulations!!!!
    Jed and Thank you!!

    Non Sibi sed Patriae

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1322 hrs




12. Congratulations, and thanks for your dedication and service. Do you know where you’ll be posted yet?

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1322 hrs




13. Jed, Uno Ab Alto… (Uncle was in the AF…)

    Good luck and thank you for your service and dedication to my freedom.

    Posted by TomInGrMi on August 22, 2007 at 1428 hrs




14. Congrats, Jed!!!

    Posted by Fuzz on August 22, 2007 at 1506 hrs




15. I was only joking. I’m proud to see an Ag in uniform any time. Be sure you gig ‘em in the AF courts! 

    Posted by k2aggie07 on August 22, 2007 at 1535 hrs




16. Congrats, Jed!  It is good to see you go where you are needed and where you want to be.

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1658 hrs




17. ”Kerry then told the students that if they were able to navigate the education system, they could get comfortable jobs - “If you don’t, you get stuck in Iraq,”  (San Gabriel Valley Tribune/Pasadena Star News)

    I think Kerry really meant all the military instead of just those serving in Iraq. 

    Jed, John Kerry has found you out!

    Posted by Steve on August 22, 2007 at 1732 hrs




18. Good luck!!

    At least in the AF you’ll avoid what an old friend of mine went through on his Navy JAG tour; a posting to San Diego, which meant spending his nights bailing drunken Marines out of the TJ drunk tank.

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1813 hrs




19. I’ve always enjoyed your blog, and seeing you on TMJ4.  God bless you, your family, and all our troops. (But to become a puch.)
    FYI, I also went back into the Army, spent 2-1/2 years in Vietnam (Never did get it right… and they cancelled the war). After 27 years I just retired….

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 1916 hrs




20. Uhh Wayne, that is Owen. 

    Jed re-upped…

    Posted by Fred on August 22, 2007 at 1943 hrs




21. The Air Force Rocks!  (I am biased, family and friends are in the Air Force) Congrats!

    Posted by KT on August 22, 2007 at 2047 hrs




22. You get readers all over. I think your blog’s first post that I read had to do with a mountain howitzer.

    I always regretted not getting back in for Desert Storm. At least you won’t have that regret.

    Thank you for your past and future service. I owe you a drink or five, if you ever get to Los Angeles county.

    Posted by Don Meaker on August 22, 2007 at 2132 hrs




23. Best wishes, and thank you for your sacrifice for this country.
    I hope you feel challenged and fulfilled in all your new endeavors.Keep bloggin’!!!

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 22, 2007 at 2358 hrs




24. Best of luck, Jed.  Thanks for doing what you’re doing.

    BTW, are you sure you didn’t re-join just to get free ammo at the range? 

    Posted by The Asian Badger on August 23, 2007 at 1022 hrs




25. Congratulations, good luck, and thank you for your service!

    Posted by Mpeterson on August 23, 2007 at 2302 hrs




26. Good luck and thanks for the service.  Criminal defense attorney?

    Posted by (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) on August 23, 2007 at 2357 hrs