Throuhgout middle school I didn't know too much about the military. Although, my whole life I have been interested in the military, I had no idea that there were even different branches. Sad, I know. But in 8th grade, my best friend and I were signing up for our classes for high school. We agreed on joining the Navy JROTC together. I had no idea what I was getting myself into. When my freshman year started, I realized how much I actually enjoyed JROTC. Our unit took a trip to Parris Island the first month of school and I went. I was so nervous when we arrived. We were there for 3 days and on the last day, we were able to watch a graduation ceremony. I soon noticed the female Marines. As they marched pass me I stared in amazement. That was when I knew I wanted to become one. Ever since then I have been completely gung-ho about joining.
In case you didn't know, I am a female. Obviously, being a female and wanting to become a Marine, I hear a lot of crap. Most people say I wouldn't make it or Im not strong enough because Im a girl. So part of me wants to show them that I can because I believe in myself enough. I want to earn my EGA like every other Marine out there. I want to fight for the freedom of my friends and family who do not wish to do so themselve. I chose the Marines because I feel not only do they look the best, but they are the toughest. And they do not discriminate when it comes to training women. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
I want to be a Marine. I want to be a Marine because they are the strongest fighting force in the world. They seem to have the strongest bond between members in their service. They are ready to fight whenever they are needed. They are the best trained, and the Tip of the Spear. I want to be those things. I want to face the challenge, and I want to be able to look back in life and know that I helped make a difference. I want to be proud of my life.
I want to be a Marine for three reasons: - I want to earn the right to be in this country and all the priviledges that have come with it, since I was born in Colombia. - I will regret it years down the road when it's too late to join - I want to do my part in defending my country against whatever's thrown at us.
In my eyes, the only way to do this is to be a U.S. Marine
Since I'm considering joining the military and the branch that interests me the most and is my favorite I thought I'd reply too.
I would love to be a Marine because . . .
(Paraphrasing a quote in 'Making the Corps' by.. I'm not sure, but, great book.)
To challenge myself everyday- because a day that I don't is a day that is wasted.
To be part of something that holds honor and faithfulness as something to live by- not just some lofty ideas.
To stay physically fit - because as my doctor says 'You can't change your genes' but, staying healthy and fit, I can manage them.
I would love to be able to say, one day, when someone asks 'What do you do?' to say, "I am a Marine" and not, "I'm in .."
And .. to echo what earnthetitle09 said, I am a female, a girl, and everyone says I'm crazy, doesn't think I can do it, and I believe that I can, and God willing, will be able to call myself by that honored name one day.
The reason why i aspire to be a marine is because i've hung out with a tough crowd of kids the past couple of years who steal, drink,do drugs, and all that good stuff, and the truth is, they don't care about me, they don't give a damn if i get arrested or get into some sort of trouble(they'd might care if i die, i don't think their that cold hearted) but thats not the point. I've wanted to be a marine since 8th grade(now a sophmore in high school) and i never showed any kinda of motivation or anything towards my goal until this year. I got suspended this year for heping a friend maintain marijuana and i've had a lot of time to think things over and such, i want to be a marine to show that im not just some scum kid who no one wants to be associated with, i dont wanna hang ou with these kids, i dont wanna be doing theses things i've been doing anymore. I admit my mistakes what i did was wrong, i'm man enough to admit this. I've started working out runnin doing pushups and all of this to get into better shape for my dream. i've stopped hanging out with the wrong crowd anbd all that. I want to be a part of something that was greater then what me and my friends every were by a long shot.I want to be with people with the same aspirations as me and i want to be with the marines who stick together like family through and through. I relized a little while ago that not many people truly appreciate what all you marines and other armed forces are doing, you guys fight so we don't have to, and die for us so we don't have to. You Marines are my true heroes and have helped me aspire to become better. I don't want to be one of those people who sit at the table and watch the evening news and hear about a road side bombing or american soldiers dying and say "thats terrible" and then continue eating dinner and go on with their lives. I would hate to be that, i woulldnt be able to live with my self. I want to take action, I want to fight for my country, I want to be one of the few and the proud, i want to make a differnece, I WANT TO BE A MARINE
Originally posted by kcw1992: The reason why i aspire to be a marine is because i've hung out with a tough crowd of kids the past couple of years who steal, drink,do drugs, and all that good stuff, and the truth is, they don't care about me, they don't give a damn if i get arrested or get into some sort of trouble(they'd might care if i die, i don't think their that cold hearted) but thats not the point. I've wanted to be a marine since 8th grade(now a sophmore in high school) and i never showed any kinda of motivation or anything towards my goal until this year. I got suspended this year for heping a friend maintain marijuana and i've had a lot of time to think things over and such, i want to be a marine to show that im not just some scum kid who no one wants to be associated with, i dont wanna hang ou with these kids, i dont wanna be doing theses things i've been doing anymore. I admit my mistakes what i did was wrong, i'm man enough to admit this. I've started working out runnin doing pushups and all of this to get into better shape for my dream. i've stopped hanging out with the wrong crowd anbd all that. I want to be a part of something that was greater then what me and my friends every were by a long shot.I want to be with people with the same aspirations as me and i want to be with the marines who stick together like family through and through. I relized a little while ago that not many people truly appreciate what all you marines and other armed forces are doing, you guys fight so we don't have to, and die for us so we don't have to. You Marines are my true heroes and have helped me aspire to become better. I don't want to be one of those people who sit at the table and watch the evening news and hear about a road side bombing or american soldiers dying and say "thats terrible" and then continue eating dinner and go on with their lives. I would hate to be that, i woulldnt be able to live with my self. I want to take action, I want to fight for my country, I want to be one of the few and the proud, i want to make a differnece, I WANT TO BE A MARINE
Just make sure you are joining the Marine Corps (or any service for that matter) because it is what you want to do...not because you want to use it as a means to run away from your problems.
Let me edit this further....my comments are not meant to discourage or persuade you or any other person from joining. Having made a career of the Marine Corps I have heard all sorts of stories as to why a person joined.
For you and any other in your situation, look inside yourself and ensure your decision is to better yourself, to be a part of something.
I have a son who's a freshman this year. I have never pushed him to join the Corps. My only guidance towards a career path has been to be an asset to society, not a burden to it.
I want to join because i want to join, not to run away frm my problems, i've stopped hanging out with many of those kids and stopped etting into trouble, and even gt my grades up. i prefer to face my fears, rather than run from them
I want to be a leader of Marines. I am in college and getting all A's(high school was a bit different). I am proud of myself for what I am accomplishing NOW but I am unsure if I will be proud of what I do AFTER college. Do I really want a desk job? I have worked construction type jobs sinse I was 15. I like hard work and a sense of accomplishment. I am 24 years old now and have an awsome fiancee that I plan to marry soon. She doesnt agree with me and the military. But i dont want to stride through life without any challenges and I want to be proud of what I have done when i become old and gray. My father is a veteran of Vietnam and suffers from PTSD. He would absolutely go nuts if I join. But even with all the negative feedback I get from friends and family I still want to be a Marine. I want to feel the pride and serve my country. Life is short and you only get one chance and I want to live it to the fullest. Being a Marine would fullfill these needs. I want to have purpose and to feel apart of something bigger than myself. i want to do something most people wouldnt even consider. I want to BE A MARINE!
my father and two uncle-in-laws are former Marines and that made me wanted me to be one of what he told me what was good out of it and how much of a shorttimer he was and every1 afraid of him
Originally posted by 17318667: ... I am 24 years old now and have an awsome fiancee that I plan to marry soon. She doesnt agree with me and the military. ...
If you plan on marrying her before you join you had better have some long, come to Jesus talks with her. If she does not support your decision you are most likely headed for the blotter.
If you're going to join and marry later, you might as well be prepared for a new girlfriend.
29P...I do plan on having these talks...actually I have them every other day with her. I plan on going to PLC next summer and she is OK with that. She wants me to end it there. But, I obviosly have different plans. I love her to death but I will not let someone dictate my life. If we are meant for eachother then I am confident that we will be together forever. If we cannot agree on my choices than we simply were not meant for eachother. I know this may sound harsh but like I said, I only have ONE life to live and I will join if I wish. Wouldnt you? I am all consumed by joining and have been for months. If i dont join I KNOW I will regret it later in life. It is a short 4 years. I have no intension of making a career out of it. In fact I want to start a company that her and I can both work at when I am done with the Corps. I just need a 4 year break from this monotinous life. i dont think that is too much to ask of her i would never stop her from doing something so why should she stop me?
king_voodoo...with a name like that I dont think too many barracks babes are gonna be sleepin in your bed. LOL. Grow up!
Being a Marine. It's either somewhere deep inside you, or it's not. You can't explain it, unless it's to another like you. And then, you don't have to, because you both know. You can feel the Marines before you, and you get your strength from theirs.
I've heard the saying, "The 2 dumbest mistakes I've made in my life were, 1. Joining the Marines, and 2. getting out.". You will hate it, and you will love and need it. It's an inextricable part of your life, and it will always be with you. You will have instant kinship with other Marines. it's a special brother/sisterhoood, that nobody else can understand or share.
You will find yourself giving of yourself for your brothers. You will find yourself in tears at the thought of harm coming to them. You will be prepared to sacrifice everything to save them.
deano...after reading theses responses..i wanna cry.... ....but on the other hand...some of these farts just might make it. ..while others don't. ..DAMN it makes me PROUD....
Mr. Barret, let me get this straight. You criticized another wannabes motives for inquiring about the Marine Corps Wrestling team...yet your motive to join is
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Im tired of college and need to get away from my mother...
....but on the other hand...some of these farts just might make it. 
..while others don't. 
