I have made up my mind, I want to join the marines. I have looked at every field and have thought about this for well over a year. everyone I know does not want me to enlist but I cant sit back and let others do the fighting because they are afraid.
heres the problem, I promised my folks I would wait until I was 21 but too much is going on to keep that promise. First off I want to me a marine, second I have no job, got fired for well cant say they might know me if I say why, and lastly I want to be infantry. my gf and parents freak out every time I even mention it my brother who is currently serving wants me to join but only as an officer. I would rather be a mustang officer, learn to take orders than dish them out only after gaining experience in the field. I understand they care about me but I support the war, I think it is time to put up or shut up. any advice
2007-03-22 12:58:22 · 6 answers · asked by wannabejarhead 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
about the job thing it was somthing stupid not illegal. I forgot to do somthing before leaving that one night thats it. I have a mom who is scared to death of me joining, a father who wants me to wait, he is proud of my enthusiasim but says these are the years too waste. my bro is in infantry and hates being a pfc (army) he tells me to go officer. anyway to break it to all of them?
2007-03-22 13:00:37 · update #1
I have a 85afqt and a gt of 121, decent shape i can get in but still ashamed about my shape. and about 42 college credits
2007-03-22 13:02:01 · update #2
Live YOUR life, the WAY you WANT, make YOUR own decisions, live by YOUR decisions.
No one likes a woosy who has to live the way someone else wants them to.
Its reckoning time for everyone, especially you.
Marines are the elite of the world. Bask in the glory, forever.
2007-03-22 13:08:24 · answer #1 · answered by SnowWebster2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are still doubting a little, why not talk to a recruiter.
In fact, why not you and your parents go and talk to him/her.
Just talk and listen and ask questions....Don't sign anything, yet.......Perhaps he can enlighten your parents about the marines and they can understand better your wanting to enlist.
Give yourself another 30 - 60 days (1 to 2 months) they go fast......Remind your parents that you are still leaning that way, but you will decide then......Nothing says you have to do this. It is wonderful that you want to do for your country....I applaud you for that. And I thank you! You do know that it is rough over there.....I don't mean to sound like a Mom, but that is what I am. I will keep you in my thoughts....and prayers.
Good luck with your decision! Remember my name here on Yahoo answers and contack me later. It will be good to hear from you and your experience....
2007-03-22 14:20:01 · answer #2 · answered by mom of a boy and girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The first thing you need to learn is to ALWAYS capitalize Marines!
Then go do what you want to do.
2007-03-22 15:17:53 · answer #3 · answered by knujefp 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
damn, I still cant make the cut! I say go for it as for the family.........yeah when you get an answer plz email it to me.
2007-03-22 13:06:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
listen to your brother and take his advise to heart. he knows more about your situation than anyone. if you trust him, really consider what he's trying to tell you. best of luck. thanks in advance for your service.
2007-03-22 13:03:17 · answer #5 · answered by curious_One 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
are you a recruiter if not i hope you are a retardican?
2007-03-22 13:03:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋