Okay everyone, get your knickers untwisted.
I'm not saying ks should get out. I'm not saying it's "easy" to get out either.
I can't believe the misinformation that is being provided by this response.
It is irresponsible to give out this false information, especially coming from someone who has spent 21 years in service.
What "misinformation" and how is it "irresponsible?"
Oh you can quit, but you better be prepared to settle for less than doing it under honorable conditions.
Yes, it can be done with an honorable discharge. If you wait until we have a conflict and they want to send you (as some Reserves/Guard did when we went against Iraq) that is a different story.
For some, an oath to our country ranks very high and they don't want to be called a quitter. How about "death before dishonor"?
So I guess giving up your family is NOT quitting?
As it stands right now, KSGUY73 is not in a situation that warrants his termination of service. I see no circumstances where he can just quit or should.
Again, family is no reason?
As I said before, being military is no piece of cake & requires commitment. If not for people as ks, this country would not be what it is.
But people have to make choices, which are sometimes very difficult.
In my opinion, a service persons life belongs to the military. One can't simply refuse to serve as directed.
To point I agree. But military are people too. We have rights. Just because we have chosen to defend the country does not mean we should give up EVERYTHING "just because."
I too, know military people who got divorced and received custody (me for one) instead of the civilian spouse. Is it easy being a single military parent? No. Been there, done that.
If you are a single parent in the military, you are required to have plan in place with regards to short & long term care for your children. You have to have signed papers/powers of attorney from people who will look after your children should you be deployed.
I suggest you go to your base/post legal office and discuss (with a professional) what all your options are before just geting a divorce.
<small>[ October 09, 2002, 01:18 PM: Message edited by: Chris (CA123) ]</small>
