I am not 100% sure if I will join, but I have serious thoughts about it. I told them about it my senior year of high school and they thought I was nuts. If I join, it won't be for two years (until i graduate from college) I want my parents to support me, but i feel they may not since it could potentially kill me. I also feel that this is something I want to do, but I feel that this may be too much of a sacrifice to my parents. Am I being selfish or should I just do want I want with my life?
2007-02-24 18:29:51 · 11 answers · asked by baxtertitan47 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
If you're not 100%, don't join. Weigh all of your options and make a good decision.
When you've made a good decision, just tell them, "Mom, Dad, I'm going in the Marines." If you can't be straight with them, you're not Marine-material.
2007-02-24 18:44:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The Marine Corps is not something to be entered into lightly, no military service is. If you are still sitting on the fence, you really need to step back and look at the reasons you're considering and the reasons you are pulling away. Do a pros cons list. Military service is a commitment that requires you to stick it out longer than most marriages last anymore. So you have to be 100% certain. If you are really considering the Marine Corps, then it is absolutely best if you can have family support on your side. It can be a very challenging road, and on the days you are doubting your decision, you don't want someone in the background (even in your head) saying "I told you not to do this". When you have sat down and listed YOUR reasons for wanting to be a Marine, and for not wanting to go that route, you will be better prepared to present yourself to your parents. Once you have made your mind up, and your only hurdle is getting your parents on board, contact a local unit (reserve even) or military base, get in touch with family services and the Family Readiness Program, you may even be able to do this through your recruiter. Get in touch with the key volunteer coordinator, and they may be able to help you speak to your parents as a family member who has to deal with the same concerns.
Good luck, whatever decision you make
2007-02-24 18:52:48 · answer #2 · answered by picture . . . perfect 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definately get that education, it will help later no matter what your do. About you parents... I experienced the same thing when I entered the Army. My mother begged and even tried to bribe me to keep me from signing up. I explained my reasons to her in a calm rational manner and listened to her concerns. I explained the process to her and also got her some literature on my MOS so that she would know what I would be doing. I signed up and it was the best decision of my life and my mom supported me all the way. I have been out for 2 years on medical and I have just got cleared to re-enter (which I will do soon).
Make your own decisions, but be sure to include your family. Let them know why you want to and try to get them some brochures and whatever else you feel would educate them as to your reasons.
Most important though, they are you parents keep them close and dear to you and make them a part of your life no matter what because unfortunately they don't last forever.
2007-02-24 22:02:43 · answer #3 · answered by klemmt_hamm 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You really don't need to make this decision now. As you said you have two years before you graduate. Just put this whole thing on the back burner until then. Alot can happen in two years, you could change your mind and extend your education, you could get married or any number of life changing events could occur. So forget about it for now and enjoy college life and the freedom that comes with youth and being charge of your own destiny. When the time comes for you to make the decision on whether or not to serve, you'll know the answer.
2007-02-24 19:31:05 · answer #4 · answered by desperado4363 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They should support you no matter what, if they don't that's just not right. My hubby was in the Corps and his parents thought he was nuts too, but they let him join and they have never been prouder. If you are nervous about breaking the news to them, tell them you have something to say and hand them both a shirt that says Marine Mom, for your mom, and Marine Dad, for your dad. Good Luck!! Oo-rah!!!!
2007-02-24 19:06:47 · answer #5 · answered by schs_spartan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-17 08:57:22 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It must not be much of an education if you still don't know what's really going on. Try getting the facts from media outside the US, and I DO NOT mean the BBC (the Blair and Bush Cheerleaders). You clearly have internet access, so there's no excuse for not looking.
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2007-02-24 18:42:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are an ADULT!!! It is YOUR life & you have to make decisions that are best for YOUR life. How your parents feel is NOT as important as how YOU feel. You can NOT go through life making decisions based on what others want YOU to do & YOU also cannot go through life letting others make your decsions for you....
2007-02-24 18:52:29 · answer #8 · answered by More Lies & More Smoke Screens 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your an adult, and part of being an adult is making decisions. Think long and hard and then do what you want. It is your life and your decisions, make yourself happy, don't make decisions just to please others.
2007-02-24 18:42:02 · answer #9 · answered by John B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you thought about a police officer or border patrol?
2007-02-24 18:36:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋