I have never met with so much oppostion in my life, especially from the people at church and I just wondered what other people have to say about it. Thanks for your time and advice!
2007-01-04 14:03:53 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
If you have looked at this decision with a critcal eye, understanding what you are committing to, then you should rely on your confidence in your decision and not what everyone else says.
Just let people know you have given consideration to the idea and have reached a decision you think is in your best interests and goals. I think most people are assuming you have made a rush decision...which I hope it's not. They may not agree with your decision, but friends should accept it.
I wish you well. No matter what, remember the only person you will live with your entire life is yourself. Do what you feel is best for you. It makes looking in the mirror each morning a whole lot easier.
2007-01-04 14:17:12 · answer #1 · answered by momwithabat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well at a time like this with most of the military involved in Iraq, and you about to be a female Marine(who are supposedly "the first to go"), yes; on the other hand, I feel your quite brave. I was just as brave over 25 years ago when I went to join up myself(Army Reserves then Air Force). I'm not going to sit here and dog you out, but do keep in mind that Iraq may be inevitable for you when you do go in; Also, folks are going to say something all day long; Of course it's your life, but I ask whenever those church folks start to yakking, tell them you'll appreciate it if they yak to the Almighty in their prayers and that would be better served. I'll pray for you myself young lady. Make the best out of this experience. peace.
2007-01-04 16:41:27 · answer #2 · answered by savvyladydiamond 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry, I don't know what a DEP is, but I think you're getting into a bad situation getting into the military right now with Bush as Commander in Chief. My friend's daughter had been serving in the US Navy for 4 years and finishes up next month. She said she'd never recommend getting into the military to anyone at this point in our country. I respect you though, for considering it. Good luck to you, no matter what you decide.
2007-01-04 14:17:13 · answer #3 · answered by babydoll 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm glad to see that ur joining the USMC. u will be joining the few and the proud! do not worry about the ppl who are being negative. u are doing something that they don't understand. 9 out 10 will never serve their country when the country needs u to! I really hope u join the brotherhood of the Men and Women who will protect are great nation at any cost! May god bless the United States Of America.
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Good Luck!
2007-01-04 17:28:33 · answer #4 · answered by Mike 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even before this whole thing with Iraq started there was ALWAYS big opposition to joining the military.
The people you are around (school, church, home sports) they want you to be like them, and they probably wish you weren't leaving. They'll want you to stay home just like they did.
You have to do what is right for you. They don't look at this as a way to "kick start" your future, they just see you leaving them, and thinking of all the bad they see on the TV.
2007-01-04 23:32:08 · answer #5 · answered by Top B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-30 01:00:09 · answer #6 · answered by quinteros 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do it dont worry about what all your friends say cause when you get home youll have done something with your life an theyll all still be sitting at home living with mommy and daddy im in DEP to and cant wait to go to mcrd to graduate im not so ready to go to boot camp...but in the end i will have made myself and my family proud so i think its a good thing to get into
2007-01-05 06:14:24 · answer #7 · answered by lance h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey i believe in you, i came back from Parris Island in august, its tough im not going to lie, when you get to the fleet can get hard. Its diffrent for everybody, dont get discouraged when you get into the Island i met plenty of gun ho females that get dropped into FRP , I actually managed to graduate before they even picked up. They get discouraged, also heed the warning of the drill instructors and dont blow them of when your out of bootcamp. Because there are plenty of male marines that are going to wanto to take advantage of you. Its the best feeling becoming a Marine there is no feeling like it belive me.
2007-01-04 14:38:28 · answer #8 · answered by Patches 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should go for it. If you don't like it you can get out in a few years. Good Luck!
2007-01-04 14:17:10 · answer #9 · answered by Gemini Girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋