Navy Job
I talked with my recruiter and Chief Diaz today. They told me about the music program. I'd have to put in a request and audition after bootcamp. So what I am going to do is find out every single job I'm qualified for and pick a better one. Chief Diaz is going to check that out for me. If I have to wait a full year, then I will wait a full year. I was impatient, tired, pmsing, and rushed when I picked my job at MEPS. My friend Dawn warned me about going general before I left for MEPS. I just didn't know what to do at the time. I wish I had more time with the job counseler when I was there, but I didn't. I think it would be better it I go with a job I actually want. If I have to wait a full year I'll try taking some classes if I can afford it. I need 24 credits to get a higher rank. I need to get to a music store soon and buy some sheet music for the clarinet, flute, and guitar. I'm going to look into getting private lessons as well. That way if I don't get into the music program; I, at least, won't be stuck with a job I hate. Besides, my recruiter told me that every ship has a band. You were right Roxanna, it's my life. I shouldn't rush anything. Maybe, now, I can get better sleep as I won't be stressing about this. Now I just need to go to Napa on Thursday and tell my family I joined the Navy. My mother will be thrilled. NOT! It will be funny though in a way, because I will finally be able to say something to her that she has been telling me my whole life: "Now mom, I just want you to know that if, God forbid, something should happen to me; you will be taken care of. I have named you as my beneficiary. In the event of my death, you will get some money." How the tables have turned.