Deciding to enlist in the Marines was a wise choice

Deciding to enlist in the Marines was a wise choice I made at age 18.I have always loved the USA and wanted to defend it.It was either a college scholarship offer or this.Thought it over well and had my parent's support,decided on the Marines.It was well worth it for me,did 14 years with lots of memories to this day.I was 32 when I got out.

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GuyWithOpinions · 31-35, M

I wish i joined the army. Iv had opportunities to enlist but never did because I was persuaded with a different life. I now regret it.

orioninthenight · M

@GuyWithOpinions I knew I would feel this way someday. That is why I enlisted way back. I knew that one day I would be kicking myself for not joining.

GuyWithOpinions · 31-35, M

@orioninthenight i was swindled by a pretty girl. Thought i would want to stay here and be with her. Turned out to wreck my entire life. I could have been jumping out of planes with my brothers. I could have had honor and purpose.

DavidT8899 · 22-25, M

@GuyWithOpinions You still could have those things.While it may be too late to be a Marine,its never too late to have a meaningful life.