unsure of moving on up
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, 01-10-10 at 06:45 PM (4122 Views)
My name is LCpl A and I love the Marine Corps. I have been on the Corps roller coaster, however, where one minute everything is peachy keen and the next everything is at it's worst, but i am very unsure of what choices to make next.
I have a "God Awful" command (who doesn't) and sure I have hit my speedbump in the past where I'd be lucky if i got an hour off from duty or some other punishment, but that was over a year ago and i've proven myself.
The Marine Corps is all I want with my life. I do plan on doing eight years before I make my decision to become a lifer or to get back to 1st CIV DIV, but as of now, this is it for me.
Currently, I am stationed on Okinawa, Japan and I am considering extending. My rotation date wouldn't be until 2011, however, my contract is completed in 2012. I do not want to leave here as anything other than an NCO. I know i will get there, buit my MOS doesn't really pick up too often.
First question, should i extend, even though i can not stand the life of the Corps out here? Should i just be patient and all the hours of hardwork will pay off, eventually? Or maybe wait and see what state side has to bring?
I know i am pretty much rambeling on, but i am so indecisive! help!?