First, let me say,
DO IT!
You'll never regret making that decision with your life. You will emerge a better man, willing to tackle whatever life throws at you.
Now that we've decided you
are going to join
, lets lay some ground rules:
Don't sign anything yet. Take your ASVAB (or whatever they call it, now). Find out what jobs you are eligible for. If you have any former or current Marines close at hand, sit down and have a heart to heart with them about the MOS's (Military Occupational Specialty) you are qualified for. Figure out a few that would interest you, and ask the recruiter if there are any enlistment bonuses. Remember, you may want to make it a career, or you migh want out after 4, 5, or 6 years (depending on the MOS), but don't slam the door on either option. But, what you pick as an MOS might dictate what career choice you make. Also, do the GI bill!
Find out how you can make early rank from your recruiter, do everything in your power to make that happen. You'll be way ahead of alot of people if you emerge from boot as a PFC or even LcPl. Get in shape, and if you're in shape, get in better shape. Run, run, run! Do situps by the thousand, pullups, and pushups.
Good luck, and Semper Fi!
'92-'97, MOS 7252 (Air Traffic Control Specialist, Tower), the whole damn time at MCAS Yuma, AZ.