Yes they are mine but acquired over a long time. Some of the expensive ones were bought after being away and you can save a fair bit because there is little to spend anything on when food and board such as it is ....is thrown in.
Money was tight when I first started...since I came out of it full time you have your normal job, and extra wages from the T.A.( like your Nat Guard ) commitment and if you go away they cover your salary from your job if that is higher than your Army salary. Two jobs keeps you busy, divorced, poor but recovering.....all in that order!
