 I came literally from working, you know, got fast food places. Grew up as a military brat, seeing how they lived their lifestyle and always wondering what it'd be like. I graduated high school. I was in college. And when I had my son, I decided all my children would have that same sense of patriotism. My dad drilled in me about going to military. But Air Force was the way to go. He was very proud of me. I'm the first female to join. Because they sacrificed a lot. I wanted to be a part of something bigger than myself. Taught me to grow more as a person. I really liked the variety in meeting new people and traveling. I can't imagine a better way to live. So that they could have the life that they deserve. It looks fun. I served to give back to my parents. I served. I served a better life for my family. Air Force is my life. Why I served? Because it's all in my head. I want to serve my parents. I served. I served for myself. It has a point that wasn't enough. I just needed to carry the torch for them. Just wanted to be able to do more. Something else within myself. You can't find it anywhere else. That's why I served.