fbradshaw ‖ 002

[jinking]

Thank you to the Squadron Leaders for putting last weekend's exercise together. I can only speak for myself, but getting tossed into the deep end like that was both terrifying and exhilarating. I ain't ever been that close to a volcano before, and seeing one up close and personal was super cool thrilling. So glad y'all are the type of leaders wiling to give us challenges that makes us better pilots instead of just busier ones.

[...] And congratulations to Strike Group Alpha as well. You all managed to hold together under real pressure. That says a lot about the team, regardless of who happened to be in the lead despite A. Well flown. :)

SQUADRON LEADERS.

I totally understand the rationale behind putting the newest recruits in the squad leader seats, and I think it was a real good exercise for Sloane to show what she can do. Apollo [...] was also there, doing his thing! I did want to ask, though. If we run something like this again, would there be an opportunity for me to prove my mettle as a leader as well? If not, that's alright. I trust your judgment on these things!

FRIENDS OF FOX. [ if it feels right to you, go for it! ]

Some of y'all might've noticed we've got a new face on the Mnemo! Bear Bradshaw. Seeing as most of you can put two and two together, it probably won't come as much of a surprise when I say he's my brother. I'm just as surprised as the rest of you!!! I thought he was still veiled back on the AC compound, but here we are!

He doesn't remember me, which is soooo okay. Really. I'm sure everything will work out just great in the end. But if you've been thinking, hey, that guy kinda looks like Fox if he were super jacked and didn't have a mustache — now you know! Ha ha.

Comments

Jameson.

[reidings]

I don't know, it was an ask now figure out the details later, kind of question.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

Well, not a pilot uniform, no matter how you'd model it like a supermodel.

Jameson.

[reidings]

Yes, it's inked on my "what not to wear" and "careers I can't pivot to" lists.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

Honestly, forget how to fly entirely, if that's alright.

Jameson.

[reidings]

That, my dear, is not possible. Otherwise, I'd be out of a job.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

Worth a delusional shot.

Jameson.

[reidings]

I'll do it as little as possible, if that helps.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

[....] It does. 'cause I do know how you feel about it.

Jameson.

[reidings]

I know. And you know I'm always careful when I do have to fly.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

I know, J. My [....] problem's irrational and has no bearing on your actual skills.

Jameson.

[reidings]

Not irrational, a lot of things can happen up there.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

Don't remind me. I was tense just watching the damn training exercise.

Jameson.

[reidings]

You know it’s okay to not watch those things sometimes.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

Flip worked hard on it.

Jameson.

[reidings]

He did and he did a great job. I’m just suggesting that if it’s making you tense, it’s okay to maybe just watch some instead of the whole thing. Protecting yourself mentally is good.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

I thought it'd be easier by now.

Jameson.

[reidings]

It might be easier in ways less easy to recognize. You’re always going to be aware of the big reactions. It doesn’t mean you’re not healing in smaller, equally important ways.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

I guess.

Jameson.

[reidings]

It’s easy to say don’t beat yourself up about it and harder said than done. But I’m going to be here to tell you you’re doing better than you think.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

I appreciate it, J. [...] I'll skip the training next time.

Jameson.

[reidings]

Or I can go with you if it helps.

Jameson.

[jaxsons]

Hold my hand?

Jameson.

[reidings]

I’d like to see anyone try to stop me.