i wasnt trying to be a douche even though i suspected you guys might react this way. politics aside, how would he feel if his friend came back dead or even worse, horrifically injured and psychologically screwed up? would he think it was worth it from his standpoint? after living like that for a few years i doubt anyone would. and i always vote republican. but i would never let anyone i cared about join the military.
I'm about to receive my commission.
I greatly expect to make a trip to the Sand and Mountains vacation destination within a year of going to my first assignment.
I humbly accept the risks of losing limbs, having shrapnel destroy a healthy mind, or death.... it's what happens.
If you want to live in a country, that country needs a military.
Would you "let" a friend become a police officer? That is not without risks either.
No matter what shape I come back home in, if in any shape, I'll always view it as worth it.
It's a very select group of people who are willing to accept these risks to ensure this great nation stands the test of time and strides through anguish, so that the large majority of people can continue living life the way they always have, if not better.
We stand to protect progress and freedom. Someone has to do it.
If you become friends with someone with such a strong character as to embody this spirit, I most certainly hope you wouldn't talk them out of it. You should be thankful to know someone who can take the greatest risks for such little personal reward.
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