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Depending on the timing, you might be able to fill out an absentee ballet at home before you leave. I was able to do this in 2002 but left in late October. Otherwise, have it sent to you like...

You might want to have a look at Nathaniel Fick's book One Bullet Away. He was a recon officer and describes much of the training pipeline in the book.

You haven't missed anything.

Count your blessings. Once the cold comes, the bugs will go away.

What's the problem with him asking and others answering a question about boot camp? Sure, you will never be fully prepared. Yeah, they didn't have the internet when you went to boot, and sure, you...

Actually, bring a real bra (non-sports bra) with you or else you'll have to buy one later for under your dress uniforms. They will issue you sports bras. You may or may not like those, but you can...

1. I am interested how old where you when you enlisted?
I was 24 when I enlisted and turned 25 during boot camp.

2. where there women of my age, if yes how are they perceived?
There were several...

It can. Google the category p program.

Boot camp is 13 weeks. The first week of receiving doesn't count as training days. Week 1 is considered the first week of training. It follows receiving and forming.

Try swimming, but clear it with the docs first.

I used to get them all the time. The more you run the longer it takes for them to appear. Also, make sure you are hydrated. Side stitches are often partially due to dehydration.

Are you in the IRR? The MOBCOM website lists open billets for deployment.

Have you considered the PLC program instead of enlisting? That might help to set your Dad's mind to ease, since you cannot be commissioned as an officer until you graduate from college.

Ditto - my father thought my joining the Marines was insane. He was wrong. I know that; I'm not sure if he does. Respect your parents opinions, but live your own life.

To answer your questions,
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Oorah, Marine. Enjoy your leave.

Your comics are great. Keep 'em coming!

Pvt Joker - crazy

Yes, you can use Montgomery GI Bill as soon as you check into your reserve unit (assuming you are eligible).

After you have one deployment, you will be eligible for the Post 911-GI Bill. At that...

Oorah, Marine!

Congratulations, Marine!

Congratulations, Marine!

To do yourself and your future justice, you should at least talk to both an enlisted recruiter and an officer recruiter (OSO). Find out what all of your options are and evaluate them. Don't dismiss...

You aren't exactly demonstrating your superior writing skills. Confidence is great, but make sure you can back it up. If you don't see the problems above, ask your English teacher. I'm sure he/she...

NEthing2baJAG, there are not a lot of officers around here. Check out www.marineocs.com. It should have some good scoop for you.

I hope my post meets the punctuation requirements for posting in...

Check out this site. www.marineocs.com

There will be lots of info there.