Some are just Soldiers

[DRow]

Im gonna go with the AP on this one!!!!! Thats my DAWG!!!!!

[Johnny Hydro]

Hmmmm, very well put as far as understanding exactly what you mean as a "Soldier" Still to this day I carry an attitude with me, that I've carried since I've served in Both the Marine Corp and the Army. So you're right some people are natural born soldiers or atleased raised in a lifestyle that makes them such a great military person.

As for the clerk saying, "Yea, but he might get killed." and you replied, "Yea, he might be a hero too." Well as a parent, I would actually worry more about my daughter getting killed more than being a hero or not. So I can sympathize with her on that one.

I wouldn't consider her "babbling" like Joey said, it's a mother's instinct, and not to leave out the fathers as well, I know we have allot of fathers here whom would also prefer that their child made it back home safe versus being a hero.

I guess, yes, thank you for your kind words and supporting are current, former, and future military. I absolutely understand and agree with your meaning of soldier and how some people are just meant for it.

But, I don't agree with going against the clerks feelings. She's heartbroken that her son has made that decision to be a soldier. I know I would be crushed and definitely worried to hear those words from my daughter when she becomes of age.

How are you going to feel if your boy makes that decision?

[AtTheWall]

Mom's have fears about their babies, thats the love a responsible Mom brings to the table. No sense in arguing, just provide reassurance and support her son will be taken care of by the best trained and educated in the world wearing the Red, White and Blue.

There are many things my Mom doesn't know about in my military life. No sense in bringing it up but Pop does know and he thanked me for keeping it between us. A Mom and her babies is a powerful thing...God bless all the Momma's of these fine men and women in the US Armed Forces.

[Wildman]

I never thought about the mom instinct. That is my fault. I guess she is just afraid like I would be if my son decided to take the same path; however, I would understand that he has decided on what he wants to be, and that would be a Soldier. That, I would understand and would support his decision.

So, I guess tomorrow I have to tell her I forgot one important thing. That thing being that we all are something, and she is a mother and as such, her job is to worry about her kids.

Thanks for pointing out another side of an arguement for me.

[Johnny Hydro]

No worries, Danny. You still da man, well atleast after Breck. LOL.. I can see his head getting big now. peace.

[Tarrantcodoe]

Ok wait a min... I am one of those Moms with that instinct, but I don't and cant sit here every day thinking the worse... To a point it sounds like she didn't want him to join, now I could been wrong about that... But I would go crazy if I sat here every day or had conversations like that with people and dwell on the bad things that could happen... Brian Jr, will get on a plane on Friday and will be coming home.. And when he gets here we will then enjoy every min that we can until he gets sent back over there... Yes his life is in more danger over there but he could step off that plane get in a car and be in a car wreck.... We all have a chance of dying every day and if we dwell on that then thats whats going to mess with your head, you don't need to think about things you need to focus on the now and being with your loved ones!!!!!!! I believe everyone that is in the Armed Forces are HEROS and that is that!!! Ok stepping off my soap box!!!!

Ronda

[coolhand]

My Son, who was Army, did his tour over there in 2004-2005. He was on a Gun-Truck crew that escorted the supply convoys. They were hit repeatedly in the early months but he came home safely. His Mother and I worried about him constantly, but I knew he was doing a good thing. After all, somebody has to do it. I couldn't have been prouder of him if he were a Doctor, or Teacher, or anything else. Those are our kids over there, they need our support.

[Albert_d]

I can honestly say that no civilian job has ever given me the satisfaction like my 10-1/2 year military career. The mission was plain and simple...defend our country and way of life.

[trailboss]

Each and everyone that serves is a hero in my books.

Trailboss

[Snapper]

I agree with TB. They are all heros and we pray for their safe return home daily.

[Chew]

My momma cried when I went in the Marines. She cried when I went to Panama and Kuwait. She probably cried some times I don't know about. It's what moms do! Wait 'til she sees what a grown up, responsible, disciplined young man he becomes about 13 weeks from now!

[Froggy]

I have two sons that are in the Army. It was the best decision they'll ever make. My oldest served five years in the Marine Corps. Military service can kick start a young man's life. Not only that but one feels he's really taken part in history.

The military has a long history of taking troubled young men and turning their lives around. I know from personal experience. I served a tour as a grunt in Vietnam. It changed my life in many ways. Life has been all uphill since that year. Even during the Vietnam era one was more likely to get killed on our nation's highways than in a combat zone.

That Mother will be amazed at the transformation of her son at the end of his training.

It is the soldier who gives us our freedoms. God Bless America, our soldiers and veterans.

[arsonhunter]

i must respectfully dissagree that some of us are garbage picker-upers, some of us are doctors, some are lawyers and some, well, they are simply soldiers. I was a medic with the marines for six years and i can tell you first hand that the majority of the people in the military are not career minded and intend to do one tour and get out. I can see where you are coming from, but it sounds limiting to me and i had to throw my two cents out there. I realize that every one is entitled to thier own opinion and i am exercising that right as well. thats all i have to say bash me if you want. peace out.

[sasquatch]

I view everyone who does it for any period of time as a hero. I thank them when i see them at the airport and such. Its gotta be tough for a parent seeing their kid go. I think its a very personal decision to do so and I commend all who do it. 10-4

[Trykonshooter]

I'm just thankful we have so many young men and women today who have the courage to serve. I'm proud to have counted my son as one of them. Moms and Dads worry about their children, no matter what they do. The death of a young person is tragic, no matter what the cause. I pray for the well being of all our military personnel and I pray we never again stop appreciating their sacrifice. To them I say...Thank you! Thank you!! Thank you!!!