since i was a kid i wanted to be part of them not only because for the money but for the courage that soldiers have. the way that they dress and the way that they have there education.
2007-03-27 06:43:58 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Your parents can neither force you to join the military nor prevent you from joining. What it ultimately boils down to is you standing, raising your right hand, and making a pledge to defend your country against all enemies, foreign and domestic. The choice to serve your country is up to you and you alone; and it is one that you should make with pride.
In no way am I implying that you disrespect your parents or their wishes. A major premise of the military is "honor" and you should maintain that honor and respect for your parents. Speak to them straightforward and infer your desired plan for your life. Let them know that you respect their position as your parents, and that you would appreciate them respecting your position as an adult making an adult decision. Ultimately, your parents will come to respect your decision as they become more aware of your maturity in making life choices.
2007-03-27 07:03:40 · answer #1 · answered by Airborne_Lt. 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I joined the Marines when I was 17.
My husband joined when he was 18.
Both of us fresh out of high school, sent to boot camp a few days after graduation. I didn't get to meet my goal to due to heart reasons, but my husband is now serving his 4th year going to Iraq next week for the second time.
It is a lot of stress, dedication, opportunities lost and gained and time away from love ones.
Your parents have reasons and you have to first understand their reasons before you can judge it. You are their child and they don't want to see you get hurt nor killed. They might not support the war and it is hard to support their child who will be in the war they dislike. etc.
All you can do is talk to them, allow them to know your dream consistancy and then when you are 18, that is when the decision is yours period. I think they will come around and support you once you are there, but that is up to the relationship you and your parents have to truly know what will happen.
I do agree, you will have leadership, courage, education based on MOS etc, honor and one heck of a good uniform; however, there is a lot of cons and you need to review all the cons before you join too.
2007-03-27 07:57:39 · answer #2 · answered by Mutchkin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's really great and all, but your parents probably want you to be aware of what can happen to a Marine. You could wind up going to war, being badly injured, or even killed. These are the concerns your parents have. I think it's great you want to serve your country, and that you idolize the Marines to some extent, but I had the same problem and my parents kept me out of the military. You will have to talk to them about your options, go to the Marine's website or get some literature and make a plan for yourself and present it to your parents.
2007-03-27 06:58:00 · answer #3 · answered by Pfo 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My dad was in the Marines and he tried to talk me out of joining the Marines, he tried to talk me into joining the Navy.
I basically told him to f-ck off and joined the Marines anyway, now my dad couldnt be prouder of me.
The bottom line is that if you have a child you want to keep them safe, and everyone knows that being a Marine can be unsafe so thats probley why your parents dont support it.
Make your own mind up. I promise if you graduate from USMC bootcamp they will be proud of you.
2007-03-27 06:53:18 · answer #4 · answered by h h 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can understand why your parents feel that way, especially if they do not have any military background themselves, with Iraq being heavily in the news.
If you are 18, you can go on your own. If it is what you want, they will come around. Let them know your plans, ask thier advice but do as you need to do.
Good luck.
2007-03-27 06:58:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although it is a very scary time to join the military, I think you should just do it. Your parents are probably afraid because there is a war going on and they don't want to lose you. But that is the whole reason for a military. As a veteran, I applaud any one who joins at this time because they are the patriotic few.
2007-03-27 06:55:11 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do what is in your heart. My husbands' parents did not want him to join the Corps, he followed his dream. To this day they give him slack about being a Marine - odd jokes. What counts is that you are happy - go for it, I'm sure you will not regret joining. Semper Fi & good luck!
2007-03-27 07:00:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep yourself out of trouble, study hard in school then when you are old enough to make your decision do it.
Education is important for being a soldier....
2007-03-27 08:26:25 · answer #8 · answered by k9mpgsd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No parent wants their kid to go into the service when their is a war going on, including me, and I joined to go to viet nam, this is something you have to figure out for yourself. but you did pick the right choice of service if that helps any.
2007-03-27 06:54:38 · answer #9 · answered by silver lining 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Three generations of marines in my family...Go for it!!!!
Once you come home as a Marine..their proudness will shine and you will have support forever..
SEMPER FI
2007-03-27 06:58:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋