I'm joining the Military

It's true what you heard me say in my day ten Master Cleanse video. I am going to join the military. This is a very odd decision for me to come to, since I'm about as anti-war as they come. I make my own deodorant, I'm moving to an all raw-foods diet, I think nag-champa is the greatest scent on earth, and if I had my way, I'd meditate in a room filled with sandalwood smoke...

I'm a hippie, for chrissakes!

I'm not supposed to want to join the military, but I do. I want to learn what it's like to live under real stress, to worry and care about people I hardly know, and to serve the debt I have with my Country (land and people, not government, at least not in it's current state.)

I hope everyone will understand, but I hope you'll still comment, whether you do or not.

I respect and value the opinions of all of you, and I would like to hear what you all have to say.

'Till tomorrow!
---Churusaa, the Ronin AlienKitten

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[Churusaa]

The army has so many programs for college it's incredible. I'm using the army tuition assistance plan right now to pay for my degree. Basically I get $1,500 every semester to pay for my approved classes for as long as I stay in the army. Not to mention my GI bill when I get out. If you want to get a degree, but can't afford college, the army is the way to go. Expect to work hard when you sign up, but the army will take good care of you if you let it.

[Churusaa]

Sorry for dropping off the map. I joined the Army in November of 2007, and finished all of my training in October of 2008. I am now a specialist in the mos 25B. I started school and a family and I'm working on my packet for officer candidate school. I would have to say that joining the army was one of the best decisions I have ever made.

[werdsup]

How did it go?!?!

[Churusaa]

Been in for a year, and it's been one hell of a ride.

I'm glad I joined, and I'm looking forward to another 5 great years. I may even re-up, if they still want me in 5 years. I'll probably be an officer by then anyway.

[GlossyShoes]

What about college? Financial Aid gives alot of money, especially if you go to a state school. Or a student loan, take a part time job while you do that.

Thats what i did, was hard but i managed.

I hope you make the right choice, good luck to you.

[Churusaa]

I never finished high school, as I felt I was receiving an inadequate education, (see pinkyshow's "Scary School Nightmare") and couldn't resign myself to wasting time that is ultimately mine in pursuit of someone else's lofty goal.

By design, this is not allowed in a schooled society, so I am left with no GED, and no means to procure the same without signing over my life.

Jobs are scarce for those sans-diplomas, and GEDs are expensive for those without jobs ($175)

[marine2045]

I joined the Marine Corps, because I think we're doing the right thing in Iraq. But everyones reasons are different. Semper Fi dude.

[biloreal]

good luck, the mil isnt that bad.

[longfootbuddy]

stupid decision

[crazyman51262313]

what rank are you

[GRKiller]

Glad to see that you made the right choice (both in your service and your branch)

[bodryn]

It's all a roll of the dice. Or more like Russian roulette. If you make it through, good. If not, well, not so good. Then you die or get badly crippled for your country. Then watch as most or all of your friends forget about you. Experience the joys of neglect by the VA as they keep taking away your health benefits. Experience the frustration of trying to get just treatment, etc., etc.

[mattyboyers]

@chasayyadeadhomie He is CHURUSAA, he is in the army. He has left some comments!

[chasayyadeadhomie]

great video this was recorded in 2007 damn..

how did it all turn out?

[Vegheadsrock]

I didnt know that all 3 of my messages went through until now. What do you want me to elaborate on? Are you on FB? I can write more and delete it after. I say go for it. It is the aventure of a lifetime. But have a plan. Also get the ASVAB from the library and take the test. Even if you hate it, it is worth what you get from it if you have a plan.

[aurajinv]

@Vegheadsrock could you elaborate, Vegheadsrock?

[Vegheadsrock]

Get a good profession. Take thier college. See 24 countries. Meet lots of power hungry idiots. Study their body language. Take 4 classes in Psyc. Then Shut up. Also Dont marry a whore.

[Vegheadsrock]

I was in. Good choice. 1. Pick a profession. 2. Go to college in your profession choice and get generals. 3. See 24 countries. Mac flights are free and military barrack hotels are cheap. 4. Dont marry a whore. 5. Watch all the personalities. take psychology courses, learn patterns and body. 6. Shut up. Everyones on a power trip there too.