ok the common question is why am I doing this... well I am going marines because I have wanted to do something military since I was a kid and now I have a chance and I am taking it.. as for why I chose marines well it was not an easy way out it is tough and it brings with it a sense of pride I found myself drawn to and I want it, thats a family I want to be in... I leave for basic on Jan 8th and will be at Parris Island for 3 months of hell but its going to be worth it and its going to be an adventure!