My son signed with the Army today

[Musclerodz]

I am a very proud parent he chose the military. He really did not know what he wanted to do after high school, and with the economy right now, he is garanteed employment and room and board for the next 3 years active, plus 5 inactive while he attends college. He is a senior this year and is suppose to deploy to basic next June.

He had chosen to be a field scout which I was not looking foward to him doing, but he failed he eye exam and is partially color blind which we did not know. He chose instead to be an MP, which I feel good about since he is not on the front line, and will have a career when he does choose to leave.

I still have not figured out why in the end he chose this route since I was not a military man. My dad was in the Army and grandfather was in the Navy. The other side of the family has all been civil service state side. In the end our whole family is proud of this day in his decision to serve his country.

[GregWeld]

One of my best buddies is head of all of security for the city of Seattle... he's a retired army Major -- and was MP and chief of security in the service... It's been a very nice life for him and as you pointed out - the service gave him a lifetime of opportunity.

I wish him all the best Mike!


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[awr68]

Mike, this is great! We have a close friend that is an Army lifer...he keeps moving up the chain and really enjoys his job! :thumbsup:

[OLDFLM]

I'm a firm believer that every young person should do a tour of duty in the military... regardless of chosen service or length of the tour (2,3,4 years).

Congrats my friend!! Tell him an Air Force E-8 and prior Security Policeman thinks he made a great decision and that I wish him well!! :patriot:

[tones2SS]

Very cool. I wish him all the best while serving our Country.:thumbsup:

[XcYZ]

Very cool. I wish him all the best while serving our Country.:thumbsup:

x2. :patriot:

[Stuart Adams]

Very cool.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[burntnova]

Great desicion! I was in the same boat when I was in H.S. didn't know what I wanted to do after I graduated and 14 yrs later I have a great career in the USAF and love every minute of it. It can be a rough life but very rewarding whether he becomes a lifer or decided to move on to other ventures after his tour is up. Congrats, Definately something to be proud of.

[killer67]

Glad to hear - serving your country instead of self helps you not take life and freedom for granted. Awesome, Mike :thumbsup:

[speedshftr]

may god bless him and make his journey safe.if it not were for people like him this would not be a free country:thumbsup:

[CreepinDeth]

I'm a firm believer that every young person should do a tour of duty in the military...

Totally agreed. Not only does it give people direction, but it grooms them to be better citizens overall IMHO. I'm ex-Navy Crypto.

I'd be proud if my son joined the military. My buddy is a SSGT Army 31B (MP) and he just got back from his 3rd deployment over to the 2 sandboxes. He's a reservist. So I'm sure the Active guys are over there quite frequently rotating in and out annually. With the economic breakdown we've been in for 2+ years now the military is the safest bet. They are actually shutting down recruiting facilities because they are at near maximum capacity % wise. No one is getting out.

I tried getting back in as a Navy Crypto Officer after I got my degree in 2009.....and it's damn near impossible with any special waivers needed. (my eye)

[tones2SS]

may god bless him and make his journey safe.if it not were for people like him this would not be a free country:thumbsup:

X2. Very well said.:thumbsup:

[Ron Fox]

Great Son!:patriot:

[Revved]

Thank him for everyone for his choice to serve! I come from a Military family and I know it's not a life I could lead.

Mom's Dad served in the Army WWII
Dad's Dad served in the Army WWII
Dad retired after 30 years working for the Govt with time in the Navy and FBI
The brother under me is 13 years in the Marine Corps. 2 tours in Iraq.

God Speed to him!

[va72mlibu]

Just got back from Afghanistan last month. Working on my 12th year of Active Duty. Understand your pride and concern as a parent, but please understand that MPs are as likely as anyone else to deploy and be in the thick of things. This is an entirely different type of war and a changing Army. Tell him to listen well and train hard. His NCOs will take care of the rest.

[door-ajar]

I wish my Dad felt the way you do , I just turned 19 and plan on joining the Air Force or Navy Pretty soon. Even tho i old enough and don't need my parents permission ,It would be nice not to go against my dad's wishes ,My mom understands ,but the pops "not so much" ,I love Aviation! and thats Where I see myself.

[Bow Tie 67]

Congrats Mike, I'm sure he will make you proud.

My daughter is a senior this year and has expressed interest in the military. I told her this can open up many doors, although getting her mother to come on board is another story.

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I wish my Dad felt the way you do , I just turned 19 and plan on joining the Air Force or Navy Pretty soon. Even tho i old enough and don't need my parents permission ,It would be nice not to go against my dad's wishes ,My mom understands ,but the pops "not so much" ,I love Aviation! and thats Where I see myself.

I have been in aviation for 25 years, most of my co-workers are x-military. I hear their stories and realize I missed out. And where else can you work on the hot-rods of the sky, and most carry weapons to boot.

[DIGI-TAILS]

To be in the military is scary for me. But your son is very practical in his decision, with the economy now (sadly). I wish him luck in his endeavors. :)