You seem more than physically prepared. If you can push yourself at get an 18 on your 3 mile run, you can get yourself a 300 PFT, which may put you in a good position to be an honor graduate, which will net you E-3 (LCPL). But overall, just keep your mouth shut, and your ears open. Don't...
It's been harder because he's been away for so long. That's what you get when you date somebody in the service, but if you make the sacrifice for him, he'll appreciate you very much, because it shows how strong you are. He'll be the same person when he gets back from Boot Camp. Spend as much...
Everything is scheduled in the military, but through all the hardships you will go through during Boot Camp, you will form bonds with hopefully many recruits. But remember to keep your mouth shut unless for your DI allows you to open it ;).
I believe the Stop-Loss program was put to an end by the Obama administration. If you're wounded to the point where a medical board determines that you cannot complete the specific duties assigned to you, then you will receive an honorable or medical discharge. This includes mental...