Note: The category supervisor for this question has reviewed it and has approved it to remain as it is, with the additional information the question contributor posted. If you wish to post additional answers to the question, please do so in the discussion area. Your contributions will be reviewed and posted to the answer on a case by case basis. ---- Hi, my name is Paul and I'm the one who posted this question. There isn't enough space availiable for me to post a more detailed question so I had to post it here. Here's my problem. Cons: I'm currently serving in the U.S. Army but I find that life is so controlling and depressing. The biggest problem I have is how everyone has some kind of authority over me, seeing as how I'm the lowest ranking person in my unit and I hate having to constantly answer to everyone. I really dislike how I can't think for myself and that I have to put up with nonsense from those above me and it's difficult to say anything or to express myself because some of them will probably interpret me explaining myself as disrespect and in turn turn me in to get in trouble. I'm an independent person and I like to be able to think for myself and do things without having to answer to everyone. Another problem is my homesickness. I'm in SC and my family and friends live in CA and I think about my family constantly. It's a difficult thing to do to let go of family time and to be totally on your own without the help of anyone and everyone you know and love. I find that this separation gives me a sense of loneliness and isolation. Another problem is a certain discriminative military policy that hinders me in my growth as an individual. I want to be able to explore and to grow, but I find it hard when this certain policy is still in effect. Also, my eating habits have become bad and sometimes personal hygiene is a problem. Pros: Even though I dislike being in the military I will admit that being in had it's benefits. I have an easy job as a Dental Assistant and it will probably be the most easiest job I will ever have. The good thing about being in the military is that no matter what as long as you're in you will get paid and you will receive health and medical benefits. I can miss work for a month and be late as heck to work and still get paid and receive the same benefits. Another good thing is that I have a golden opportunity to progress in the workings of my future and utilize the edcuational benefits that the Army has to offer. I can easily get certified as a Dental assistant although it will take time and I also have the opportunity to go back to school in Texas and learn to be a Dental Hygienist, but, all of this will take some time. Also, I do realize that time in the military can have a significant effect on one's chances to be hired for work and along with that a slew of other benefits when going back to civilian life. Sometimes I think really hard to myself. Sometimes I come to the conclusion that you have to do the things you hate to accomplish a goal and other times I think to myself when enough is enough and whether or not it's worth it to deal with this kind of headache to get ahead in life. I'm still thinking and I'm not totally considering anything yet. Any advice, any thoughts on this issue, any considerations I should probably take on this issue would be greatly appreciated. Thank you kindly. - Paul Paul, it sounds like you need to ETS, or get chaptered out of the Army. Obviously the military is not right for you. Yes, you can just sit back and get free money for being lazy, but try a real job for awhile. Get out, and go to work where you'll actually have to perform your job to EARN your living. The Army already has too many useless bodies just taking up space. IMHO Paul, before you get out of the service make it a point of mastering a profession while you're in because it's alot easier than doing it out here where you don't have free dental, medical, rent, food,etc,etc,etc. Get my meaning? Make the best of it while you can and come out fully armed to face what's out here. P.S. Do not misconstrue my meaning of "armed" Do not give up on the Army before it gives up on you. The economy here in the civilian sector is not currently condusive to emplyment for anyone, and regarless of the fact that you are prior service, this will not be a factor in you getting a job right now. There are thousands of qualified people ahead of you in the search. Regardless of what you think of your position right now, you have to consider that it is not typical for all Army personnel. As a (I'm guessing here) 68E, you are currently surrounded by officers and higher ranking NCO's. This is not Army life. This the rarified air of Officer country, and it is stateside. From your own description, and I do not mean this to be offensive, you illustrate what was called while I served, a "slacker." Only you can discipline yourself, make yourself mentally and morally stronger. It is not easy, but the Army can help. First, you need to cross-train. Find a different MOS, one that might be a bit understrength, that you can easily transfer too. It might be dangerous, but EOD and Sniper schools were always voluntary. Apply for additional training, Jump School, Air Assault, Jungle Training, Survival Training, anything that you think might work for you, but do not let fear discourage you. Consider training as a forward observer for Field Artillery. Consider MLRS School (13P not 13M)or Patriot (14E). The more training you receive, the more marketable you make yourself. Remember, everyone in the Army is infantry. Maybe it is time for you to go live that. It will make you stronger, if you let it. Concentrate on becoming the best possible soldier you can. If you don't, you will regret it later in life.
Does it appear to be a military or a civilian helicopter? If it's military, there could be a number of reasons. It may belong to the California National Guard. It may be a military aircraft which developed mechanical problems, and was forced to land for repairs on a non-military airfield. It may have been placed where it was as a display item. If it's painted in non-military garb, it's probably a Boeing 234, and not a CH-47. Civilian operators would use one for a number of purposes.
I am facing problems with the break system in Nissan Civilian bus. every time i fix it it soon starts and it has been for very long. what are your suggestions or advise on this so that i resolve it once and for all?
Some of the problems facing a mother of small children in deciding to work at home included finances. Some families are not able to live off of a one family income. Some other problems a mother may face are emotional.
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During World War II, it was Adolf Hitler himself who created problems for both Germany and the German military by deciding to invade the Soviet Union. Why he did so is quite clear: he grossly underestimated the fighting ability, the general morale, and the industrial capacity of the Soviet Union, among other things. What he predicted to be a war of a single campaign turned out to be a four-year inferno that ended in the destruction of Nazi Germany.
the answer is simple its not even better than civilian rule why do you think that the civilian governors are the ones ruling us now because nobody wanted military governors
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It is quite possible that you might be interested in sending your teen boy to a military school. Military schools have a number of advantages. They provide an environment that allows for focus on schoolwork, while removing a number of distractions common in other schools. A military school for boys can also remove the added distractions of girls and other social occasions. Military school provides teen boys with discipline, structure and a challenging curriculum. It is important to note, when you are applying for military school, that most military schools wont accept boys with severe behavioral problems.
One major problem is healthcare.
We had a dear friend who suffered with problems for years after his return from Desert Storm. He finally requested a civilian referral and was diagnosed with MS. The civilian physician told him the chemicals from DS are probably what caused his condition. Our friend called everybody who was over there with him to look for signs of future health issues. Why the military refused to acknowlege these issues after soldiers returned perplexes me unless it was all about money!
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