DEPLOYMENT UPDATE & LONG TERM DOG CARE

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   RFTW Family,
  I apologize for being off line for so long, but have been incredibly busy preparing to deploy in Feb '12 to Afghanistan for a year. The past several months have included a large garage/estate sale, followed by moving out of our home in Temecula, CA and into a 40ft 5th Wheel (I'll explain more later). Since Oct we have been full-timing in our RV around S. CA and AZ, and have now moved across country back to Louisiana to get the family settled next to the in-laws. The recently purchased 5th wheel will serve as temporary lodging for the family while I'm deployed and when I return we hope to full-time around the country for a couple months once I retire. 

 I say all this because I have one hitch in the whole works. I have a gorgeous 2 yr old tri-colored Australian Shepherd (neutered male) who can not stay in my in-laws home, nor do  feel right about just leaving him outside in a crate for a year. He is used to being an inside dog and this is the type of home I would like to find for him. He is used to other dogs, has excellent manners, is accustomed to children (as some know I have six, four at home) goes potty outside, is in excellent health (heart worm and flea free), and is a big help around the house picking up dropped items for you so you don't have to bend over. I would like to find him somewhere to stay either for the year or permanently, and preferably somewhere between S. CA and Louisiana so  I could drop him off. If someone is interested, I could bring him for a test stay as I am returning the CA on the 30th of Dec and will return to Louisiana the first part of Feb, just prior to deploying. If things didn't workout, I could pick him up and bring him back to Louisiana where he wouldn't be any worse off then he is now. If someone is interested feel free to contact me at my personal address usmcshepherd1@gmail.com and I'll send pics.

Lastly, I would like to thank publicly the RFTW BOD's for adopting my Marines for this upcoming deployment!

Semper Fi
MGySgt "SixShooter" Gerdes

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SIXSHOOTER Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Sep-26-2010 Location: Camp Pendleton Status: Offline Points: 159	Post Options Post Reply Quote SIXSHOOTER Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: DEPLOYMENT UPDATE & LONG TERM DOG CARE Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 2:17pm
	RFTW Family, I apologize for being off line for so long, but have been incredibly busy preparing to deploy in Feb '12 to Afghanistan for a year. The past several months have included a large garage/estate sale, followed by moving out of our home in Temecula, CA and into a 40ft 5th Wheel (I'll explain more later). Since Oct we have been full-timing in our RV around S. CA and AZ, and have now moved across country back to Louisiana to get the family settled next to the in-laws. The recently purchased 5th wheel will serve as temporary lodging for the family while I'm deployed and when I return we hope to full-time around the country for a couple months once I retire. I say all this because I have one hitch in the whole works. I have a gorgeous 2 yr old tri-colored Australian Shepherd (neutered male) who can not stay in my in-laws home, nor do feel right about just leaving him outside in a crate for a year. He is used to being an inside dog and this is the type of home I would like to find for him. He is used to other dogs, has excellent manners, is accustomed to children (as some know I have six, four at home) goes potty outside, is in excellent health (heart worm and flea free), and is a big help around the house picking up dropped items for you so you don't have to bend over. I would like to find him somewhere to stay either for the year or permanently, and preferably somewhere between S. CA and Louisiana so I could drop him off. If someone is interested, I could bring him for a test stay as I am returning the CA on the 30th of Dec and will return to Louisiana the first part of Feb, just prior to deploying. If things didn't workout, I could pick him up and bring him back to Louisiana where he wouldn't be any worse off then he is now. If someone is interested feel free to contact me at my personal address usmcshepherd1@gmail.com and I'll send pics. Lastly, I would like to thank publicly the RFTW BOD's for adopting my Marines for this upcoming deployment! Semper Fi MGySgt "SixShooter" Gerdes
	MGySgt "SixShooter" Gerdes USMC Active Duty Desert Storm, Restore Hope, United shield & OIF/OEF Vet

Grumpy Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Oct-21-2009 Location: Arizona Status: Offline Points: 121	Post Options Post Reply Quote Grumpy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 6:48pm
	SixShooter, I live west of Phoenix it is possible that I can take care of your dog for you. I have a couple of questions please email me at grumpy1129@gmail.com
	Faithfulness in the performance of small duties gives us strength to adhere to difficult determinations that life will someday force us to make

Chrome Members Profile Find Members Posts Groupie Joined: Oct-23-2009 Location: Silsbee, TX Status: Offline Points: 62	Post Options Post Reply Quote Chrome Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 7:56pm
	SixShooter....I'll miss you on 2012 RUN....and YOU better be SAFE while gone!!!

SIXSHOOTER Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Sep-26-2010 Location: Camp Pendleton Status: Offline Points: 159	Post Options Post Reply Quote SIXSHOOTER Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 8:36pm
	Chrome...don't worry about me...I'll be careful...this will be my 8th combat deployment in 22 years and according to the family my last! I will miss everyone in 2012, and you can be assured I'll be thinking of you all in May as you cross the country again. Lord willing I'll be with you all in 2013, on the 10th Anniversary of the invasion of Iraq...I'll just have to make getting a new bike a priority once I return:)!
	MGySgt "SixShooter" Gerdes USMC Active Duty Desert Storm, Restore Hope, United shield & OIF/OEF Vet

Raven Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Sep-30-2009 Location: Bandera, Tx Status: Offline Points: 2518	Post Options Post Reply Quote Raven Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 9:50pm
	SixShooter, I am thankful for you and all the other troops currently serving, THANK YOU! You be safe! We will miss you on the Run but look forward to seeing you in 2013. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers while you are gone. If you have access once deployed and in May don't forget you can follow us on Raven & Sapper face book page. Enjpy your time before you go with the family and have a happy New Year!
	IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO SAY WELCOME HOME! Tomorrow Is Promised To No One!

Ride Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: May-25-2011 Location: Colorado Status: Offline Points: 112	Post Options Post Reply Quote Ride Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 10:02pm
	Sixshooter Be safe during your deployment. Thanks for taking care of me the first two days from Las Cruces last year. I will be praying for your safe return. See you in 2013 Ride
	Colorado PGR

SIXSHOOTER Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Sep-26-2010 Location: Camp Pendleton Status: Offline Points: 159	Post Options Post Reply Quote SIXSHOOTER Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-26-2011 at 11:26pm
	Ride...you are welcome and I know the leadership team you ride with this next year will take just as good of care of you if not better! I will certainly have connectivity both voice and internet and will certainly be keeping up with the RFTW in 2012!
	MGySgt "SixShooter" Gerdes USMC Active Duty Desert Storm, Restore Hope, United shield & OIF/OEF Vet

Ride Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: May-25-2011 Location: Colorado Status: Offline Points: 112	Post Options Post Reply Quote Ride Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-27-2011 at 7:34am
	Sixshooter I am a tailgunner for Hardcharger this year, I am the rider who moved to Platoon 4 to be JC's tailgunner. Semper Fi Ride Edited by Ride - Dec-27-2011 at 4:36pm
	Colorado PGR

SheWolf Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Feb-13-2010 Location: Colorado/Texas Status: Offline Points: 1996	Post Options Post Reply Quote SheWolf Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-27-2011 at 8:51am
	Stay safe, will keep you and your family in my thoughts
	Freedom is a fragile thing and is never more than one generation away from extinction. It is not ours by inheritance; it must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation. Thanks SheWolf

moboddy Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: May-05-2011 Location: perris ca Status: Offline Points: 105	Post Options Post Reply Quote moboddy Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-27-2011 at 9:17am
	six shooter you be safe i had the pleasure of riding in platoon 6 with you as tailgunner this year will certainly miss seeing you in 2012 MERRY CHRISTMAS and come back to our family for 2013 OOHRAH

Harley0711 Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Oct-25-2009 Location: Turlock, CA Status: Offline Points: 639	Post Options Post Reply Quote Harley0711 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-27-2011 at 10:48am
	Sounds like you have found a place for your dog and it seems as though you have trained your dog well.... With that said - Can I send you my grand kids for your training, LOL... Be safe, see you in 13
	USN 68/72 USS Oriskany CVA-34 Enjoy today for tomorrow may never come,, Harley History is a myth that men agree to believe. Napoleon

PapaSmurf Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Mar-27-2011 Location: Westminster, CO Status: Offline Points: 333	Post Options Post Reply Quote PapaSmurf Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-27-2011 at 4:34pm
	Sixshooter--Via con Dios, Amigo. Check six and don't forget: Incoming rounds have the right of way.
	Dave "Papa Smurf" Klemme Westminster, CO USMC 1967-1992 RFTW '04 '05 '06 '07 '08 '10 '11 '12 "Do it for God and it works for good; do it for good and it works for God"--B.C.'s Wiley

Nighttrain Members Profile Find Members Posts Senior Member Joined: Nov-15-2009 Location: Brandon, Ms. Status: Offline Points: 1325	Post Options Post Reply Quote Nighttrain Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-27-2011 at 10:49pm
	SIXSHOOTER, See you in RC in May 2013. Nighttrain

Generals Driver Members Profile Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Senior Member Joined: Oct-06-2009 Location: State of Mind Status: Offline Points: 1524	Post Options Post Reply Quote Generals Driver Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: Dec-28-2011 at 6:00am
	Yeah...........What Nighttrain said.
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