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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What’s with all of the parents saying “no” to the military?  I understand that it’s not appealing to some- it’s probably not something that appeals to me, but isn’t this your child’s decision?  We can guide, make suggestions and help, but I would never think it’s my decision to make.[/quote]

That's where we differ. There are some things where parents know best, especially when those parents have served and understand more fully the downsides and the opportunity costs. In my case, I am starting from early age encouraging other paths, and hard studying to get to those other paths.[/quote]

PP, here.  I like to think my spouse and I know best, but neither of us served, so we don’t have that perspective.  In our son’s case, he was adamant about not going to college.  He certainly could have gone that route- great grades, smart, state college funded, but the military has always been his dream.  He scored well on the ASVAB and got the rate he wanted.  Hopefully it works out for him.  College, military, trade school… there are no guarantees.[/quote]

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