Originally Posted by
Learflyer
"I volunteer my time by choosing to catch up with my wife and family while I'm home because I leave them 16 days/month. I volunteer to give my wife a break from the household duties while i'm home."
Only 16? Not 18-19 commuting to reserve
Which ends up being 20-21+ for some.
Originally Posted by
PotatoChip
I've worked 20+ day trips. I found ways to volunteer. I enjoy it. I have friends I work with.
Just saying it can be done if you want to instead of making excuses, not saying you have to.
With that type of schedule, I agree. Enjoy a few days off with the family and obligations, dedicate 1-2 to volunteer, dedicate what's rest for the family and obligations, boom.
Now, doing a 4/5 on 2/3 off pattern all month involving 4-5 days of commuting on days off is NOT ANYWHERE NEAR AS EASY. Or less difficult, depending on your perspective.
Being home for 36-64 hours at a time creates TONS of logistical problems.