rosie odonell?

Question

My son is joining the army and I am scared to death for him. He feels like he has no options in life. I don't want him to do this for these reasons. He is just too young to understand what he is doing and the hell he will be going through without understanding the reality of it. My fear is overwhelming and I have to stop this!!!! He did this just as I found out my mother is very ill and will not recover!!! I want to crawl in a corner and not come out. The pain is just too much.

Answer 1

I don't understand your question, but kids are sold the army very hard these days. The latest tactic is a free video game. I have never been so relieved as when my 15 year old said he saw right through that.
I'm so sorry. If he's an adult, you really can't do much, though.

Answer 2

you're very incorrect. Homosexuality is despised in radical Muslims very love it relatively is despised in radical Christians. i'm no longer a huge fan of Rosie, yet I hate to be certain the data twisted. The Mid-East has some very conservative, theocratic international locations that persecute homosexuality. regardless of the shown fact that...if the Christian fundamentalists controlled us of a of america, the placement may well be the perfect same over right here. And generalizing ALL Muslims is merely yet another witchhunt, very like the 'purple Scare' and McCarthyism interior the '50s. i've got have been given no concern with looking down the terrorists that plot or threaten us of a of america. however the data are sparkling. Terrorism rose by ability of leaps and limitations while we invaded Iraq. once you attempt against hatred with greater hatred...the end result's that many human beings die, and not something is solved.

Answer 3

Why does your son feel as though he has no other options in life? Don't get me wrong, joining the military is a VERY noble thing. However, if one is to join, they need to make sure they join because they want to defend their country against Muslim terrorists and not because they feel it's their only option.

I'm sorry to hear about your mother. What's her name and what's wrong with her? I'll keep her in my prayers.

Back to your son, first figure out why he feels he has no other options. There are always other options. He also needs to be there for you while you're grieving over your mother. If they were close, he probably feels grief about it as well.

I would advise your son not to be too hasty joining the Army. Although, if he joins, it's not as though he's giving up his entire life. He's not giving up any freedoms, although volunteering for any branch means going where your country calls you to go when they call you.

Tell him to think about it. Make sure he's doing it because he loves his country.

Answer 4

I know it's tough to face reality. Just be glad your son is actually willing to protect our rights and freedom (not everyone is willing to do that.) You really can't stop it...he's the only one that can...and it will be tough once he's already signed his life away to the government.

Please, though, whatever you do....don't guilt trip him into giving it up if it's something he wants to do. I am sorry your mother is sick...but that's a part of life. He's an adult and he can't hang around you forever. Just think about what is going on in HIS head (especially if he gets shipped over.) Don't add to his burdens.

Answer 5

You wrote "Rosie O'Donnell, so we would read your question ,right? If your son is old enough to join the Army, then he is old enough to make his own decisions. What you have to do is support him with your best advice, and then what ever decision he makes, support him with your love. You need the fellowship of a good church who will support you and your son in prayer and personal attention. We all have problems in life. A good relationship with the Lord and good friends to support you can get you through any crises.

Answer 6

If he really is doing it, as you say, for the wrong reasons, then in the end he will likely not make a good soldier.

When I was 19 I joined the Navy. I had selfish reasons for doing so -- get some training, have them pay for my education, etc. -- but mostly it was because I wanted to serve my country.

If serving his country is not your son's primary motivation for joining the military, then he shouldn't do it. He won't be doing himself, or the Army, any favors. If that's the case, please talk him out of it or get someone else to do it.

I will pray for him and for you.

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Answer 7

I'm sorry for the pain you are facing , but what does this have to do with Rosie O'Donnell? At least your son is living a honorable life, he is a not in jail or on dope.

Answer 8

Rosie o'Donell? I'ze so confused!

Support your son, share your fears and face the fact that if his mind is already made up, nothing you do or say will change his mind. Godspeed!

Answer 9

All you can do is trust in God. I know some Christian brothers who believe that God called them into the military, during the war. They are serving their country and serving God at the same time. Yes, it's a hard life, but fear only hurts you. Trusting God is the only way you'll get through this. That doesn't mean you son won't die, but God works all things for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. (I say that because I don't want to pretend to speak for God and tell you that if you trust Him, your son will be safe. That isn't how trusting God works. ) Sometimes pain enters our lives to get us to lay our lives in God's hands. We are incapable of getting thru this life without Him. In our suffering, we see our need for God. Will you turn to God in this time?

Answer 10

What the heck does this have to do with Rosie Odonell? My boyfriend hates her guts.