I spent 4 and a half years on Active Duty, I was an excellent soldier. I was such a great soldier that I spent the last 2 years as the Colonels Secretary. When my contract ended, I signed with the national guard. They promised to change my job, give me an affiliation bonus, and pick my unit. Well ...
These past 15 days, this company has been calling me and wanting me to talk to a sergeant about getting into the army. I never called them and I do not want to be in any part of the military since it is too scary and too many soldiers are dying. I never picked up the phone when they even called me ...
Don't get me wrong, I'm grateful to live in this country and feel privileged to have served in the United States armed forces. However, shouldn't you know what you're getting into before you sign a contract? This is to give people a true glimpse before they commit. I served 4 years on active duty ...