first post, just a quick hello.

I've been following the discussions since I first signed up, and decided that if I'm going to share my two cents I need to start learning the member section.
I am ex-army (17 years ago) currently working in the oil field industry in south texas. I consider myself open minded and always trying to further my limited knowledge.
I joined ATS because of the wide range of topics, and the desire of its members to seek out the truth.
thank you for your time.

Hello valideria Welcome to ATS.

hello, and welcome to ATS. i hope that you will enjoy it as much as i have.

Hi and welcome.

I'm a new member also. This helped me a lot:

handbook.abovetopsecret.com...

Don't be shy.

hello! nice to see another vet sign up.

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Welcome, valideria!


The ATS Freshman's Forum is a great place to discuss the complexities of the ATS universe and to get advice from rookies and veterans alike.

Asala has a new member thread here: Hey new members!! Come here if you need advice.

There are lots of handy tips available in the Handbook of ATS Links.

Here’s a list of forum related threads:
Index of Important Website Related Threads

Configuring your MyATS page is the easiest way to put the ATS universe at your fingertips.

Be sure to check out Social Issues on AbovePolitics. I'm sure you will find the atmosphere to be friendly, enlightening, and rewarding.

Here's an excellent little, unobtrusive spell checker in case you need one: ieSpell 2.5.1 build 106

A convenient text editor also comes in handy when composing those epic posts: EditPad Lite.

Sooner or later you will find a use for TinyURL!™

Don’t forget to set up the “Comments” section in your profile, so folks can drop by to say, “Hi!” All it takes is a “Howdy” from you to get the ball rolling.

Oh, and visit the Automotive Discussion forum.

Grady

Welcome to ATS my friend.

You have come to the right place.

I hope you enjoy your stay here

Welcome aboard! Just jump in and start getting to know the members, share your ideas visions and truth, back up what you can with evidence and remember to laugh out loud often.