and we're going to get married when he comes back from basic training and then I can live with him off base. How is it living on base? I want to know what it's like and what to expect.
2007-01-20 14:47:30 · 11 answers · asked by Mallard 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
First I would like to say ignore all the smart alecs that love to put America down. Next I would like for you to give your boyfriend a big thanks for serving his country! I know several people that have served and they seem to do very well. Things are reasonable and they take care of each other in there. Good Luck!
2007-01-20 15:26:29 · answer #1 · answered by question212 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok assuming he is an E-1 or so, it is doubtful that you will get on base housing as that is assigned in order of Rank. If you are lucky enough to qualify, GET THE PAPERWORK IN ON TIME. Each Base has a Different Quality but Generally On base housing is Decent to Nice. Don't expect a whole lot in the way of Luxitries. You will be expected to maintain the House and Grounds to the Army's standards. Household Repair calls can take anywhere from a day to MONTHS depending on the base.
On the Plus side. The speed limits on base are LOW so walking or children playing is safe. You really don't have to worry about crime. You can shop on base. Gas is cheaper etc etc. Given the fact that all the people living with you are also Military it is easy for spouses to form friendships. I have NEVER seen a group of people give more surpport to each other the Military Spouses.
God Bless you and Thank you and your BF for his service.
2007-01-20 14:58:45 · answer #2 · answered by Wolf of the Black Moon 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Nevermind what Felix said.
I had a little brother.. is this Ashley??.. who just graduated from basics in the Army and is now in Death Valley, CA training for the impending troop surge in Iraq. As soon as he is finished with that, he is coming back home to marry his sweetheart and I can't wait to see them united.
As I said, nevermind Felix or his kind. By you accepting his proposal shows how much you truly love and care for him. My hat goes off too you for standing by your man.
Now, the base life isn't so bad. Actually, living near or on a military base is much safer than some civilian places. Less crimes like; carjackings, theft, murder, rape, and the variants that come with drug use. Now, I will admit that on an extremely rare chance these might happen, but it is so rare that you should not worry about.
As soon as you get on base, meet your neighbors .. or they will meet you. There is a strong support group among military families, possibly more so than you might have seen before. As with your upcoming marriage, their potential support depends on how much you go out to meet them.
Military pays for housing and general home bills (not phone/internet), you should get some for food, and if your husband has to go over seas then you get separation pay. These were all designed to help families relieve some portion of their stressful lives so they can worry about the more important ones.
Now, all bases are different. There are jobs to be had, friends to be made, and opportunities that you can not even imagine (speaking from personal experience on that last one) at each one of them.
Good luck on your new life, congratulations on your impending wedding, and keep your chin up!
2007-01-20 15:07:02 · answer #3 · answered by nicklemeout 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well you wont actually get to live with him until he graduates AIT.You cannot live on post until you get to his 1st duty station after basic and AIT, unless his AIT is over 6 months. As far as living on post, there are rules and regulations and usually a waiting list. Some posts have certain ranks in certain housing areas. You will get quarters based on how many bedrooms are needed. Im assuming you have no children? If that is true you will be authorized a 2 bedroom, they seem to be the longest wait. If you go overseas, you will be provided a washer and dryer that you will share with so many other families. Stateside, you have to buy your own washer and dryer. Your lawn and yard have to maintained to a certain standard as does the inside of your home. There are also pet limits on post as well. Usually there is a 2 pet limit and pets, ie cats and dogs must be registered on post with the installation's Vet Clinic. If you have pets and move overseas, you are required to have them micro chipped, and you are also required to pay for any expense involving your pet.
2007-01-20 16:14:00 · answer #4 · answered by mpwife_99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dad was a navy seal officer and now is a navigation officer on a ship i lived on a base for all my life im 16 right now i dont no anything else really i have visted cities and stuff of course but it seems to be like a mini city i dont see naything wrong with it espicelly when we are by the coast or somewhere where it snows but i love it has places to eat things to do tax free stores and no crime at all
2007-01-20 15:02:30 · answer #5 · answered by Ea 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
being married in the military is not easy on any spouse. A junior enlisted person being married is worse. Between low pay and deployments, moving every couple of years, and a few other things make it VERY hard. Make sure you wanna commit to this.
2007-01-20 16:33:02 · answer #6 · answered by John B 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
In short life on post is very diffrent from the civilan world
2007-01-21 11:23:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like to be army i swwer i love army army is good things
2007-01-20 16:36:23 · answer #8 · answered by i lve _love_ you 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He must hate you. Marry someone who will be there for you, and not in a body bag. Do it now, or live to regret.
2007-01-20 14:55:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋
It is the land of the green grass for the puppet-people.
2007-01-20 14:50:06 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 7⤋