MahanUSMCR

We had an Air Force EOD team attached to our convoy. They did what was called a post-blast analysis.

Im still in the Marine Corps. Been in 6 years, all of them in the reserves. The transition was a little abrupt coming back from Afghanistan, because I within 1 week i was out of Afghan and home. I really struggled when I first got home. It was hard realizing that the whole world didn't stop when you were away.

No sir. Furthest thing from my mind. Just not my thing. I have a wife and child, and full time job, and I'm still able to serve my country. Its a happy median for me.

I have never heard this description. As far as I remember, there was just dirt every fucking where.

I have struggled with this for a while myself, and this is why I started this AMA. I have had a problem with being able to open up. Thats my New Years Resolution. But to answer your question. I would suggest just to stay supportive, and maybe even attempt counseling, if he wants to. Because i was forced on multiple occasions to attempt counseling and you get no results that way. He will talk if he wants to. Maybe ask smaller questions. Pick but dont prod. Look through some of the other questions on this AMA for an idea where to start. Asking about funny moments or just some good buddies, might help open the door to deeper talk. I hope this helped and I'd gladly answer anymore questions (after I wake up in 4 hours)