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Let start with your clan name? Baldie Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game? I have had many, slaphead,wanker , and some I will not repeat When and where were you born? 1966 in Leicester UK When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? anything but a mechanic Where have you lived? Leicester, Sheffield, Coventry, Skegness, (They are in England) Sanquhar, Lochmaben, Lockerbie, Kirkintilloch, Glasgow (Scotland) What got you into gaming? Atari Your first game you played? Ping Pong And what do you play now? Cod 4 , Starfield, Battlefield, it depends on what mood I am in Why did you join XI? Best People, best servers and one hell of a laugh What do you get from being in this clan? Friends and Sanity What is your favorite hobby? wood working, making things from scratch, and of course gaming Are you married? No used to be many years ago but I have been with Donna 20+ Years now Do you have children? 5 Step Children and 3 Daughters to a previous marriage What kind of pets do you have, if any?What are their names? Only 1 Dog left now his name is Kai he is an Akita Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? Leicester City FC What is your current job title? Maintenance Operative Where do you work? Social Housing What other job titles have you had in your career? Telephone Engineer, Communications operative/ Trainer/ Supervisor. Why did you choose to work in your industry? I wanted a change from communications Why do you like your job? Every day is different How would you describe your career? Rewarding If you could give a younger person career advice, what would it be? Its easier to get a job when you already have a job. So do not quit until you have it in the bag What is your favourite thing about your career or industry? Now its fixing things and helping people. What do you hope to accomplish in your career? Retirement What is your favourite sport? football, Golf, Boxing Do you play any sports? Golf If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? Health, wealth and happiness for my family and friends Picture of me and my Daughter at my oldest sons wedding. And my oldest son Holding Baby Olivia who was born on 5th November 2023. Then Liam & Alice with baby Olivia

XtremeIdiots would like to wish all members celebrating their birthday today a happy birthday. Roxy! (47)

Hey fellow gamers, I wanted to share a significant decision I've made in my life and seek some advice and support from this amazing community. After spending the last nine years in the world of IT, the past four of which have been increasingly unhappy and stressful, I've decided to pivot towards a healthcare career. And guess what? My ultimate goal is to become a Nurse! At 28 years old, I feel like now is the perfect time for this change. I've just finished my Forensic Psychology BSc, which has been a fascinating journey, but I've realized my passion lies in making a tangible difference in people's lives, especially during their times of need. The decision to leave behind a stable career in IT hasn't been easy. I've become increasingly short with people (I apologise if I have subjected any of you to that), and the stress has been taking its toll. But I believe it's time for a change, and I'm ready to take the leap. Right now, I'm in the midst of applying for roles as a healthcare assistant with the NHS. It's a nerve-wracking process, but I'm hopeful that this will be the first step towards a fulfilling career in healthcare. I know there are challenges ahead, especially considering the shift from IT to healthcare, but I'm determined to overcome them. And that's where I could use your help. If any of you have made similar career transitions or have experience working in healthcare, I'd love to hear your advice and insights. And if you have any tips for landing a role as a healthcare assistant with the NHS or just want to share words of encouragement, please don't hesitate to reach out. Your support means the world to me, and I'm grateful to have such an awesome community to turn to during this exciting but uncertain time. Thanks for taking the time to read this, and here's to new beginnings and chasing our dreams, no matter where they lead us! Cheers! Cookie

Made Carrot Cake with a cheesecake center today...soooo goooddddd.....ENJOY!

Hello everyone, My name is Manuel. I have been playing Call of Duty since 2005 (COD1). On your servers you can meet me under the nickname ..:::MANE:::... (most of you mispronounce my nickname, but I'm already used to it :D) I would say that I played with you for the first time about 7-8 years ago. I like that most of your members (at least that's my impression) are more mature. That's one of the reasons why I'm "stuck" with you :D. Socializing through the game on your server has a relaxing effect on me (mostly :D). I'm sure some of you have a different experience. I look forward to meeting you again on one of your servers. Stay healthy.

And this is my Dare devil Donna who keeps doing crazy stunts with the Daughter ?

Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Forget about the past; you can’t change it. Forget about the future; you can’t predict it. Forget about the present; I didn’t get you one.

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday ?

You think IT is stressful... A computer won't piss, spit, puke, or bleed on you. Nor will it try biting or punching you.

@MHsDaughter always a cute kid but sassy lolol! Like the others said it’d be nice to see you in the game again.

Chase a purpose in life, one that has a greater meaning and is to the benefit of all, even in a small way. You will find contentment.

You Are still young, do what makes you happy and you will be happy for the rest of your life!

At 28 years of age you have got a whole lot of living to do and if you can find a career that makes you want to get up in the morning and head off to work then go for it. I've made some career (and country) changes in my time, and it has all worked out really well. As a matter of fact I start a new job tomorrow after 20 years at my last - and I'm 61! Sorry I can't help with any NHS advice, but you're on your first step and I'm sure you will do well. Cheers Bosun

Can't help you in any healthcare advice, But i can say good luck. Healthcare can be very challenging, But very rewarding. It will be very different from the IT world you were in. But at your young age you should do great.. Again good luck and have fun with it. And if your single, Nurses are hot! ?

Hi @Cookie I have a son and Daughter working in the NHS my sister worked for 35 years at first as a nurse and worked up to being a lecturer. And there advice would be once in the door and when you start completing various parts of your training. Think about Bank working, now it has its risks (No sick or paid annual leave ) But the upside you pick your shifts to suit you, You will be paid more, You do not get stuck on the same ward you move around so get a better education. And you have free time to suit your learning times. Its only a suggestion but its an option to think about down the road. ?

Thanks for sharing @baldie, you have a beautiful family.

Great read bubba hope to see you game soon

@baldie Thanks for sharing

Thanks for sharing @baldie

The man is an obvious tool...

thanks for sharing Baldie to another fixer / helper Wish was more of us around great read an family

Happy Birthday !

Hey Budamn... FU too. What a great way to start the day.

Good for you @Cookie. I lived the IT stress game starting in the Mid 90's and today I couldn't image going back. I'd rather be poor and sit on the edge of a mountain instead while being happy, free from stress and surrounded by cool critters. Doing IT you take on everyone else's problems around you and your life is constantly distracted thinking if solutions 24/7. I'd wake up in the middle of the night with an idea to fix a current problem constantly. I worked in the medical IT field for years and noticed Nursing and IT have many similar things in common, probably why you choose it. Not sure you'll escape the stress but maybe it's a different kind of stress. This verse is for you... good luck!

Happy birthday Roxy!!!!! Feliz compleanos !!!! Salud!!!!!!

HB

Happy Birthday and have a great day

happy birthday ROXY ?

Happy birthday Roxy!

Thank you all for the kind words and warm reception

It's mane, like horse hair, right? NO? OOPS ? OK Man-E

Welcome on the forums!!!

Hey Mane welcome to forum, good to see you here ?

Welcome to our forums MANE.

Change can be good. Leaving a stressful career is good. Health care can be stressful as well but very rewarding. At a young 28 you will likely change your career at least 1 or 2 more times. It may simply be a promotion to a management position but it will happen. Change is good it refreshes your energy. Welcome any career change with an open mind. Weed

Welcome to the Forums at last

Hi Manuel, Good to see you here. I might have been one of those who mispronounced it, but now that I know the correct pronunciation, I'll make sure to say it accurately.

Welcome to the forums Maney... fufufu @Roxy!

Hiya mane. I'm pretty sure I've always said it like the word main. I will try to correct myself. Always good playing with ya, welcome to the forum.

Welcome Mane, if you ever venture over to cod 5 freeze tag , we have a lot of Europeans playing around 2pm EST in the states. Would love to have on our server

About 11 years ago when our Son was 30 and he had helped his Mom my Wife take care of his grandfather during his final days because he wanted to stay in his house. Our Son realized just how much he disliked his job as a Sr. Service Advisor at the local Rolls Royce, Bentley, Lambo dealer and how much he felt good about himself while helping someone who really needed him was. He went to a school here in the States that had a fast track program to become a CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) and was working in less then 9 months. He loves it and the Dr.'s and Nurses who he works with have all encouraged him to become a Nurse. Empathy is unfortunately not a trait everyone is born with and Nurses are special people. I say if that is something you can make a living doing and it makes you feel good about you and your best life then do it. People change careers all the time now. Plus the Medical field is always going to be hiring as we age but seem to live longer with all sorts of shit going on with our bodies. Good Luck to you, YOU GOT THIS. PS don't enjoy giving the sponge bathes too much or you may get in trouble lmao

@MANE welcome to to the site and we enjoy tour company on the servers. Weed

If you are passionate about your new field then it cant be a bad thing. Take a deep breathe, you got this Cookie.

Hey @MANE nice to see you here, and you know I'm one of those who pronounced your name correctly, don't listen to @iboomboom he knows nothing ??

NICE intro - welcome to the Forums.

Had to look up derp