I'm a Sailor! Yay!

It's official now: I'm a Sailor!

I swore in today (Tuesday, January 29th, 2008).

I didn't quite get the job I was expecting, but I'm certainly not disappointed. I'm an AC (Air Traffic Controller), and the job seems right up my alley. If I really like it, there's definitely a career ahead of me. Everyone I've spoken to tells me that ACs are paid well and treated well, and there are plenty of openings at bases around the US.

In the military, I'll be spending my time on both shore bases and Air Craft Carriers. I'll have opportunity to be stationed overseas if I wish, as well. My "A" school is in Florida, and I'll be there during the otherwise cold winter months.

I wasn't expecting to do such a job as this, but I'm impressed with how God orchestrated everything. I'm not disappointed, I'm excited! Sure, I'm scared to death of Boot Camp (which starts in September), but I'll get through it.

While I'm preparing for Boot Camp, I'm working on advancing in rank before I even get there. (Anything to get the name "Seaman" out of my title. lol) One thing I'm working on is getting four people to join, listing me as their referrer. So, if you're reading this blog and are thinking you might want to join the Navy, make sure you contact me and let me refer you. I'd appreciate it. Besides, I'm always up for a chat. I just went through the process of choosing a branch and getting in, so I could probably offer some helpful advice.