How many countries did you visit while in the military? For me, at least 8. It was awesome to be able to do that. I love to travel!

One thing the military taught me that still helps me is being on time. How about you?

What civilian weakness frustrates you the most — and why? I miss the military ranking because every one knows their place and how to move higher. In the civilian world, it is not as defined or documented.

What responsibility did the military carry for you that you now have to carry yourself? Discipline, fitness, standards, brotherhood, or purpose? I started working out in the military and still do. I also got a sense of purpose from the military to be strong and strive for my dreams. How about you?

Here's what that actually means for veterans. This is bigger than headlines, smaller than full legalization. For decades, marijuana was classified the same as heroin.Schedule 3 is the federal government finally saying: “This has medical value.” “This is not the most dangerous category.” That matters for vets. What this DOES mean:• VA doctors can talk more openly about cannabis• PTSD, pain, and sleep research just got easier• Less stigma in your medical records• Your VA disability pay is NOT affected by cannabis use. Your benefits are safe. What this does NOT mean (yet):• VA doctors still can’t prescribe it• VA pharmacies won’t dispense it• Federal jobs can still test for THC• It’s not federally legal recreationally. This is a door unlocking, not swinging open. For many veterans, cannabis has already been an alternative to:• Opioids• Sleep meds• Anxiety meds. Schedule 3 doesn’t validate usage, it validates reality. The system is slowly admitting:“We may have gotten this wrong.” Just like debt, healing doesn’t happen with one rule change. But changing the rules changes what’s possible next. If you’re a veteran navigating pain, PTSD, or sleep issues, stay informed.Momentum is building, even if the finish line isn’t here yet.