Hi Brittany my name is Sardor and I am from Uzbekistan, can you tell me do you use google hangouts, because one girl called Emily Brune tells that Brittany Willis is her nickname and she is now on the military base, can clarify this moment pls??
I'm 26 and I'm enlisting this month; I have a kid and lived the party life, did the college dropout, survived gang violence. Now I want to serve and be the change I want to see
Hey just turned 26 last week. Almost signed with army at 24. Looking into Air Force EOD right now. Great to know I’m not the only 26 year old trying to get their life moving forward. Aim High!
I just wanted to ask why you took interest in another branch? Asking because all I've ever known is army, but I kinda want to see if the grass is greener on the other side.
i'm 25. i'm planning on enlisting in 2 or 3 years. age don't matter. i am glad i didn't go after high school because i had life experiences that makes me so sure of my decision.
Same here..even though I was going after high school. I’m 27 and enlisting I think being an older trainee u seen things and have more life experiences most recruits don’t have. Sometimes I regret not going after high school but everything happens for a reason
Corri Carter You’re absolutely right, everything does happen for a reason. I’m glad you’re going to pursue your AF journey. ⭐️ What inspired you to join? Wishing you the best!
Corri Carter 📝 ✅ I hear you. All great reasons! Have you started the enrollment process yet? Would it be strange if we exchanged Snaps or FB? (Those are the only ones I have, use snap the most) I’ve asked other ladies I’ve been chatting with via TH-cam too, just to keep in contact and if we ever cross paths during the AF journey. 💖 no worries if not!
Life is all about the journey. I'm impressed by your maturity and thought process in choosing to enlist in the Air Force. As an Air Force veteran I can tell you that with your mindset and strong communication skills you have the makings of a great career and the Air Force is lucky to have you in their ranks.
Really crazy! I can relate on a lot of what you’ve said. I’ve invested 10 years into my career, moving up and making as much money as I could for my family. My whole career absolutely fell a part and I was absolutely miserable with the field I was in despite all my “experience.” My wife and I made the decision on me joining. It has been rough because I was 44 pounds over my weight limit. So, I started to work out & eat healthy. Today, I have lost 42 pounds and I’ve already met with my recruiter. Once I get down a few more, I can go to MEPs! I have to say, I am REALLY happy and excited about this decision. I almost joined around 20 years old, never did and regretted it! I’ve always said, I won’t know if I like it if I won’t try but at least I want to say I tried! Also, I haven’t told a lot of people about my decision, friends and family. Many of them are critical and I just don’t need that negativity around me. I’ve already heard people talking their crap about me how I won’t succeed or lose the weight to get in and it honestly hurt but I came so far to quit! Good luck!
I’m 25, I plan on enlisting within a few months. Similar to you I’ve had many jobs, relationships twist me in every direction. Always putting relationships before my own needs. I’ve thought about enlisting for 5 years now, it’s been in the back of my mind. I’m nervous but also very excited. Thank you for making these videos, I’m glad I came across your channel.
This is was so beautiful. I’m so glad you got to share your story. I wanted to go in at 18 but got comfortable with my life and school. I am now 20 years old and I’ve decided to chase my dream just like you! 11 days till I go off to basic. Best of luck to you and thank you for inspiring me! :)
This was sooo relatable, during High School I always felt empty and lost, with no direction in my life. Failed relationships, bad social anxiety, and crippling laziness (plus the fact that I didn’t want to go to College), I felt like life after High School would stay as bad as life during. But then like you I resolved to make this one decision, the strong decision to enlist in the Air Force. I moved through the process as fast as I could, didn’t procrastinate on things like I usually did, and now am shipping out in two days (October 1st). Thank you for your story, it inspires many who are either waiting to ship out or deciding if they should join. Good luck to you!
I just turned 33....also just got out of a long term relationship of 8 years. Im also burned out on my job. Probably doesn't help I work with my ex-wife and her new flame. I scored 81 on my asvab last week and nervous about meps. But I'm sooo ready to get out of this town.
Stephanie Johnson 33 is a bit late to join... my ex is 35 looking to get out and physically jaded. I say invest with the money and benefits you get out of the military, it is not meant to be a lifelong career.
@@cris_here It's never too late. Life is a roller coaster and a journey. We make the best of it no matter the age especially if we have 1 go at it. Tomorrow is never guaranteed and we should value and treatise the days we have left on earth. The only time it's "too late" is when we're dead and buried in the ground.
Hi Brittany! Love your videos, I am 28 and also just started the journey to join. I have MEPS coming up soon. I related so much to all your reasons, especially having a purpose and feeling fulfilled . I cant wait to hear more from you before you leave.
Having served and having watched the mistakes of others I would say DO NOT get married on your first enlistment. Most people get married early in their military careers because they are lonely....and that doesn't end up being a very good reason. There are generally deployments/separations that are hard enough on more established marriages. It's not a coincidence that the divorce rate in the military is pretty high. You don't make a lot of money starting out, you're just getting used to the military environment, there are moves and again, deployments etc.... The other thing I would tell folks in DEP is to workout....run, swim, do push-ups but do some physical exercise on a regular basis. EVERYTHING is easier if you're in shape. It's one less thing you have to stress about in boot camp which is a stressful enough environment. Learn your General Orders and actually know them. Anything you can do to make basic easier, you should do prior to getting there. The other advice I would give is to save some money. Going out with your friends is great, but if in 4 years you end up having to reenlist because you have nothing to show for the last 4 years you're staying for the wrong reasons and it's going to be a struggle. If you reenlist, do it because you want to, not because you have to because you have no money or prospects waiting. Take every educational course you can, especially if the service you're in is paying for it. Make the most of your time in. We all get 24 hours in our day, but some people get more out of those 24 hours than others. It's up to you.
@@genewilkerson8528 Hey, that's great, kudos to you and your wife, now tell me....would you consider yourself the norm? Some people win the lottery too, but I would hardly call that a wise investment/retirement plan. I would also ask, what was your job in the USAF? I bet you weren't a PJ, or CCT, or TACP. Am I right? Are there people who can make it work? YES...absolutely, no doubt....but they are rare if......IF we are playing the odds. Take a look at the divorce rate in American society, then take a look at the divorce rate in the military......enough said. You got the "golden ticket" and I'm honestly happy for you.....but let's not act like you and your lovely (I'm sure) wife are the rule rather than the exception.....OK? The other thing I would ask is, did you do 20 or more years? If you got married while you were in with 14 of them while you were in the USAF, that means you were probably at least a tech sgt when you got married, which is a far cry from being an E-1, 2 or 3 and being married. I stand by what I said......don't get married on your first enlistment.....for all the reasons I gave. I eagerly await your response......and answers to my relevant questions.
@@30jersey478 Don't get me wrong, I'm happy for Gene and his wife, but again what they have is rather rare in the military even under the best of circumstances. Maybe he was one of those guys that didn't or rarely deployed. Having a job in the military that is more of a 9 to 5 like personnel is a FAR cry from being air crew or PJ, CCT, or TACP where you're gone A LOT. The advice I gave isn't exclusive to any one service. You'd be hard pressed to find someone in Army SF, Navy SEALs, or Marine Recon that hasn't experienced divorce. Notice he didn't respond.......
I know this post is 7 months old but I thank you for your service AND advice. I’m writing down the items of importance on what I need to do while I prepare. Hopefully I’ll be finalizing the decision by Christmas. I’ve only told those close to me about joining the military. I haven’t got a recruiter yet but I wanna get myself together before I do that. General orders, working out, and saving money are the big 3 I see from everyone who’s serving or has served. And since I’m seeing and hearing that on repeat, those are highly important. Anything else I should be brushing on?
Good stuff! I’m in the process of enlisting at the age of 27! I wanted to join the military in high school too. I’m not sure what I scored on the ASVAB then, but recruiters came to the school to talk to me about the Officer program. I didn’t do it at the time for religious reasons, but I didn’t realize how much I regretted that until I was approached at my retail job - where I too was a manager - by a Staff Sergeant in the Marines. I was having a conversation with my cashier when they came in. When they stated why they were there, she seemingly walked off (we were finished talking and she’s deaf in one ear). So I said, “You guys should be talking to her; she’s 18.” They said something to the effect of, “We want to talk to you. We only want brave people and she ran away.” I agreed that I would speak to them...reluctantly because I assumed I was “too old” for it now. It just so happened that the dates the were already planning on taking a couple of guys to MEPS (in another state, for some reason) fell on days that I was already off! So on December 3rd, I took my ASVAB and physical. It was such a long process. Eventually, however, I changed my mind about the Marines and spoke with an AF recruiter - who didn’t seem very enthusiastic about recruiting me - and a Navy recruiter who made me super excited. He had my files transferred from the out-of-state to our local MEPS. Yet again, though, I changed my mind and DECIDED to do the Air Force. A few things have held me back a little: attaining another job after leaving the aforementioned one at the beginning of the year, having literally all except one job to choose from, the thought of leaving my mom, etc...I regret letting things get in the way of me pursuing my goal. It’s encouraging to see that someone else is or has gone through a similar experience. I am delighted to have found your channel tonight, and I wish you nothing but the best! I will continue following you here until I leave and look you up on Instagram.
You remind me of a female me. It's crazy. I'm 28 and going into Airforce now. The whole thing with not feeling fulfilled by jobs in your comfort zone and then getting married and splitting up early in life. I relate. Thank you for sharing your story!
I’m 30 and in tech school for a cyber position right now. I scored top PT in my flight. Restarts are possible. If you’re older and still considering it, just take the plunge already, you’ll be fine.
@@Luis-lt2gl Honestly not bad. I joined the Air Guard. Got my Sec+ at tech and a cyber position once a month on base. I used the training to parlay it into a contracting job for a Government organization and I doubled my salary in the past year. No regrets so far. Training during covid was pretty lame, but the few months you spend at basic and tech are miniscule in the grand scheme. If you arent serious about active then definitely join the guard and take up a cyber position, have the AF pay for sec+, get a TS, and move into a really well paying civilian world IT position like I did. IT has great future security and prospects. Good luck!
@@ssdaaFaf2 If you’re not serious about active or guard then don’t do it. The guard is still a commitment after you complete training and your drill weekends will fall on weekends when you had plans. I think it’s worth it as it covers all my insurance and if I want to go back to school then it’ll be free. It also got me into IT and now I make 100k doing basic IT infrastructure stuff. I would probably still be making less than 50k if I hadn’t joined. “Not that serious” airmen are more likely to be dirtbag airmen. Honestly, part of me wishes I went active duty instead cause the feeling you get when at basic and tech school is like no other if you are engaged in it. It’s practically impossible to transfer to active duty from guard. Having said that, I do make way more money in civilian life.
So I had this playin in the background, and now I’m crying... when I was 18 I was in the process of enlisting, but I ended up letting my boyfriend convince me to marry him... a marine stationed at Pendleton... I was married just short of two years before he wanted a divorce, but we didn’t get divorced until 2 months past two years... I’m now trying to join again. I’m 23 now, but our stories are still so similar
Nice, take advantage of the opportunities here in the Air Force despite how it goes. I just enlisted last year at 22 years old, keep searching for your purpose. Never be settled, looking forward to your contribution to the Air Force future Airman.
I’m 26 and I feel like you’re the female version of me. I was a store manager for multiple years, went to school got my degree. Move up the chain at my new job but I have 0 fulfillment from any job I’ve ever had and since I was 17 I’ve wanted to join. I appreciate your video.
I feel like you're am older version of me haha. At 17 I dropped out of hs bc I felt like my shit walmart job was worth it. I'm almost caught up, and am very close to talking to my airforce recruiter and I can't wait. To enlist at 19!
I'm 26 years old and thinking about going into the Air force. I tested for LAPD and passed. But my credit is what ruined my chances. So I'm full force with this branch
I love this. I’m 24 and I was inspired to start looking into the Air Force after going to my brother’s BMT graduation last week. He’s 19, and there was a 39 year old in his flight. That made me feel like I have some time. Thanks for the video
Congratulations! You made your first real adult decision by going into the military. In my teens I followed the crowd, didn't know what I wanted, and ending up dropping out of the college I went to and hated. My father was furious, but like you, I needed to do that for me. Best of luck!
I had a few reservations about my decision to enlist in the navy for 6 years, at 26, with a bachelors degree. You’re story definitely helps renforce my decision, especially with how many different routes I’ve also tried to take before this decision.
Turning 28 next month. Have a BSc in biology & work as a scientist. Rejected from all branches for OCS. Finally considering enlisting now. It's comforting to see others have waited to enlist.
I'm 26 years old and I'm joining the Air Force. I graduated from high school at 18, made no college plans and goofed off for a year. At 19 I cleaned up my act a little bit and served an LDS mission. I came home at 21 more mature and confident to pursue college. I worked and saved for six months and enrolled in college at 22. For the next four years I worked my way through college and earned my bachelors degree in polisci at 26. Now Air Force is my next chapter. Thank you so much for posting this video. Thank you for showing me that I'm not alone with the timing. :)
Thank you for sharing your personal life events. You’re a strong individual for standing up to the teachers situation. I too have worked with elementary kids and understand you in that situation. You’re right. It’s never too late. I too wanted to join at 17. My Mexican mom freaked out and didn’t want to sign for me so I got married young and had two kids divorced and remarried and had two more. Now 28! And 4 kids later with my husbands and now moms support I am due to ship out in February 2020.
I was married to a marine and divorced at 20, too. I am also about to start my last semester for my associate's and start my bachelor's in Special Education for elementary school in the summer and am super worried about not being able to find a job as well. The Air Force has always been in the back of my mind but I am a little too afraid to act on it.. Its crazy to see how similar our stories have gone this far, though! Good luck!
Ugh, girl! I honestly wish this video was longer. I didn’t want it to end. I can relate to so much of what you said. Although friends and family have never really influenced my choices. (I’ve been living on my own since I was 19.) My whole pursuit of a degree was because I just accepted that that was the way life was supposed to be. But what I was studying never clicked for me, and I hated the thought of me settling for just any job, that I had no love for. I can’t wait for more videos from you. p.s. I’m from Florida! And although I love the weather, I can’t wait to leave. ☺️
Thank you so much for watching! I know there is so much pressure in today’s society to do life a certain way but everyone’s journey is different and everyone’s purpose/calling is different too! I just can’t bring myself to settle, either. Life is way too short. I will not live with the regret of not pursuing my own dreams. Are you enlisted or thinking about it? What part of Florida?
Brittany Willis I’m from Miami and a lead in an accounting firm. Since I oversee so much in the company the owner asked if I could stay on until February. So I’ve postponed my enlistment until then. (Since I don’t know how fast the enlistment process might go for me.) I’m hoping to get a secured slot in Mental Health, hopefully there’s not a long wait for that one. ☺️
Well, February will be here before you know it! I know all health/medical jobs are hard to get, but that doesn't mean it can't happen. Just know they can't guarantee you a specific job and you'll have to make a list of 10-15, meaning you could get any job on your list! Best of luck to you!
This hit me in the FEELS! Because this all sounds so familiar and similar. I’ve never been married or had a boyfriend since high school. But I have been bouncing around in jobs and careers. Dropped out of college 3 times for the main reason of not knowing what I wanted to do at all! and when I did decide the fit still wasn’t right. I’ll be sure by Christmas if I want to really enlist. But foundation work is in progress like health and asvab prep, but I’m worried about meps because I have eczema, but I’ll see what I can do or what my recruiter suggests. I’m excited for the mere interest in joining the military and actually happy that I’m going now than right after high school. I think the decision really sparked when a boss from a previous job and I talked about it. I told her I wanted to go but thanks to life I never did it and now that I want to go I felt I was too old (I’m 27) and she gave me a look and said no you’re not. She was like the cut off age is (I think 36?) but anyway yeah she basically said it’s not too late and if it feels like something you really wanna do, do it. When I get my ship date I’ll have to go visit and thank her. My mother wanted me to go for it too and still does, my grandpa has warmed to the idea now, but then comes the other dilemma other than meps I’m worried about; my grams! My grandmother is really not for it, but I’ve been trying to explain and talk to her about it yet she’s hell bent man lol. She has in her mind you’re going to get shot, and this will happen and that.. yeah goes without saying. I really think the part that she’s irked about the most is that she wouldn’t be able to call or see me anytime she wants to. She didn’t like it when I went to job corp and I know for sure she will raise the dead if I tell her I got a ship date lol. I keep telling her it would make me feel better and improve me as a person, her answer is you can do that here at home. Lol, it’s a battlefield all on its own when you are not only the only child, but also an only grandchild ( I’m the oldest of 3, the other two are 8 and 6 lmao) so yeah Christmas is going to be interesting asf XD
I am so happy to come across this video because, like you, I am set on joining the Air Force. No matter who tells me or hints that they don't think I should do it or don't think I can do it, I persist. I feel your video shows many parallels with my life. I was also married straight out of High School and was divorced in about the same time as you. I'm 22 now and have my associates degree, but I also feel I had an epiphany about my life. The Air Force feels like where I need to be at this time in my life. I know you're probably in BMT right now, but I want to say good luck! Also, I know you don't need it, but I'm rooting for you! Thank you for putting out a video that makes me feel like I am not alone in my experiences!
Thank you for sharing your journey. You did the right thing reporting that teacher regardless the outcome. That was not easy and a very brave thing you did. Like you, it was always in the back of my mind to join the military. I should have joined the Air Force in 2012 when I had really wanted to at the time. It's 2019 now, I'm 35 years old and here I am studying the ASVAB to score high to get in. Life is a roller coaster. But we keep going. Thank you for your very encouraging and very informational videos. Appreciate you.
You are such an inspiration to all of us for you to be able to get through everything you went through and still want to join the air force is amazing! I will also be 26 when I ship out so I'll be in the same boat as you were going through basic. Congrats on everything you have full filled so far&prayers the future works out how you want! (:
So encouraging!! I’m 19, I’m going into my first semester of college for my associates degree and I plan on going into the Air Force when I graduate...I was thinking 22 would be “too old to join” but I see a lot of people joining that’s older than that!! Age really doesn’t matter, a lot of people think it does but it doesn’t....ive battled with that but living life and going though different things has really opened my eyes up. Good luck on your journey as an US Airman!!
Thanks for sharing your story! I feel that mine is so similar in different ways. I’m nervous to join because I turn 25 in two weeks and I have recently been able to spend a whole lot of time with my loved ones so leaving them I imagine will be tough. It’s always been something I’ve wanted to do my dad is marine vet and I have always admired the commitment and determination it takes to be apart of the military. So in a nutshell thank you for giving me the nudge to go do my research and make a commitment.
I’m going back and forth on joining the Air Force, but I think I’m gonna join bc I have nothing going for me rn. I’m only 20 but I have no idea what I want do with my life. I just have to take the asvab and go to meps. Only problem is I have asthma not bad, but there’s a history of it and I feel like I’m gonna have to wait a long time to get a waiver.
I'm waiting to join USCG as a reservist IS or HS, I'm also 26 but I'm still finishing up my B.A. degree(have an A.S). Thanks for updating your experience with the process, its taking forever especially since I want a job with Top secret clearance and it helps to see others are going through the same. I subscribed, best of luck to you.
I had something similar. I was suppose to join the Air Force right after high school, but being in a relationship made me think twice about going. It didn't work out, so we split up. Went to school and worked multiple jobs for a few years but didn't feel like I was doing something I wanted to do. So I decided to finally enlist. Now, at 25, I leave for BMT next week (the 13th). I'm excited to leave and I'm excited for you as well! Good luck on your journey! Hopefully we bump into each other at BMT. Lol.
I am in the enlistment process right now. I am just waiting for my MEPS date. Got a 78 on my ASVAB. I currently met someone and became involved and they have been trying to pressure me not to join so that we can be together. This is something that I've always wanted to do, and I don't have time to waste AT 37 Years old. So I realized that the relationship was not worth sacrificing my future with the Air Force, so we broke it off, and she still continues to try to guilt me into changing my goals and plans. There is no guarantee our relationship will work out in the long run. Relationships tend to get in the way and deter people from their goals. Don't ever let that happen to you again, stay focused, and follow your dreams and your heart and not someone else's desires and ideas of what they what your life to be like.
Honestly love that you shared this. I keep telling myself I’m gonna join and I’m gonna do it but seem to fall short of motivation and inspiration. I can almost see myself doing the exact same thing you did as in, doing what I think I’m supposed to do and then end up doing what I’ve always wanted to do. I really want this and really want to chase my dream and God willing I will get to experience what you’ve experienced one day 😊
Wow , you’re so relatable !! You definitely have inspired me a lot to go ahead & join . It has been in the back of my mind for years ! It’s like I saw this video at the perfect timing . I’m 25 , so this definitely helped me a lot with thinking I’m too old . I’m at the point now like you said , now or never ! Long term relationship failed & so has dating for me , moved around trying to find my purpose & never felt like I did . I never put myself first & outside opinions have always influenced my decisions . It’s time I do what’s for me . Thanks for sharing 💕
I'm 27 now, had a ton of "bad luck" happen to me after high school. Couldn't afford school, been working minimum wage jobs wishing I would have joined after I graduated. I'm looking into it now, even if I only do a minimal contract, I hate seeing the same things/places all of the time. (I live in the Chicago suburbs).
WOW! I can relate to your story on so many levels. I graduated back in 2020 with a degree in Speech Therapy (worked in the schools in FL for about a year) but decided it wasn't for me. I was going to join the Army last summer and backed out due to a variety of reasons. Now I'm about to turn 25 and considering joining the Air Force as I tried to work in therapy once again after considering the Army but was miserable for the 6 months that I did. Hope you're doing well!
Seems like you have a very similar experience as I do. I graduated from college about six years ago with a teaching degree and it's been a rough ride tbh. After my first full year, I highly considered going into the Air Force, but didn't. Stayed working at that school (wanting to leave the whole time) for a few more years. Left last year and moved to a different state. Was looking for a job and got one as a PE teacher and I realized it's not much different from being a classroom teacher because it's still teaching at the end of the day. My close friend just went into the army and now I'm considering joining the AF again. Did you end up joining the Air Force?
@@gearmo58 hey, I talked with an AF recruiter and everything but didn’t end up joining. Like you, I also moved out of state (I’m loving my new home) and found a job with the local school district. I’m going back to school part time in January for a Computer Science degree since I’ve been learning to code since last year and decided this is the way to go. How are you liking your new home state?
That's a smart move you made by going back to school. I've also been told many times by close friends to go back to school for something that I'm way more into. I'm really starting to look into the technology fields because it's something I've always been into. I truly do love the city I live in. If it wasn't for the current job and low pay, I'd be having a much better time.
Oh my gosh girl, I swear we are twins. We have the same background story of the Air Force. When I was 18 my dad had me look into the Air Force but never really did it. Then I was constantly back and forth from Ga to FL and then I went to Honduras and realized it wasn’t for me. I’m 26 now and as soon as my leg heals definitely trying the Air Force all over again and not half assing! Good luck 👍
High Fives on your choice very Inspirational. I shared on bookface for others who might know someone that's on the wrong path, it's never too late to change the road you're on, Good Luck 🙏🇺🇲🙏
First, 26 or 27 is not old! It is a very good age to make a big decision like this. You have some life experiences under your belt which help you figure out what you like and don't like and you've not had to get super serious about career right out of h.s. This is the biggest change I have seen put on young people that they have to dive right into a big time career. I am a boomer and a lot of us didn't get serious until our late 20s. I went back to night school at age 27 when I was truly ready and had a fantastic experience with small classes and super motivated students who were all my age. Second, you will learn to become your own person and value yourself and not look to relationships to give your life meaning. There is no substitute for this in life. Life is a "long and winding road" and God is driving the car whether you realize it or not. He puts the people, places, ideas into your life to guide you. I really wanted to get into marketing which was going to be my major and then when I was accepted they dropped that major! I was already working in computers so I said "why not MIS" which turned out to be my true calling and that door opened many many doors to good pay in my life. And I was truly talented at it, but did not know it at the time. Your attention to detail will serve you well in the computer field. Its a good thing I didn't get the major I thought I should have as those majors were a dime a dozen and not as in demand as the computer field was.
It is so refreshing to watch this video right now. I can relate to a lot of it. I am so looking forward to this whole pandemic situation to subside and finally step into the recruiters office. I am older though.. but still on time. I really wish I had known this was something I would be considering when I was younger. I would have started sooner. I struggle with that already. And exactly like you I said to myself, It's either now or never! But I am at THAT peak. I turn 35 this year, so.. But like you, I have never been so sure of a decision, and how it makes me feel to potentially accomplish something like this and living it. Nothing neither seems nor feels full-filling to me. There is a lot more but I'm leaving it here. Thank you for sharing. This reminded me of my Why's, and How it makes me feel, truly. And that gives me the confidence and the words when breaking the news to my family. Stay Blessed. And thank you for your Service.
I am almost 23 and really thinking I want to join, I have been going in circles for years, I know what I want to do but I don't want to take on the debt of college to do it.
Wow, we have similar stories. I was in the process of applying to the Canadian military at 20, but a boyfriend at the time told me he didn't think I should do it so I didn't. (Stupid) Now at 31, after trying different careers, single and much wiser, something in me said I still wanted to do this. The desire kind of never left, it was just buried for a long time. So I reapplied (they still had my old test scores from ten years ago, if you can believe lol). I am now almost done and hopefully will be training to be a Medic in the next few months! Thanks for sharing your story
I feel like I've just watched myself through out this entire video. Minus a few things but congratulations for finally taking that leap. Thank you for your lovely videos! Good luck on your journey🧡🧡
im 23 and I have a bachelors, im debating joining as an officer and getting some IT certifications so I can move into that field after! Thanks for this vid!
Hello! I'm Brody and this totally speaks to me on a coincidental level. Literally everything your talking about has been my life (or at least the last 4 years or so). I could honestly write a novel but I wouldn't want to put you through something that boring! lol I've watched all your videos thus far about the recruiting process all the way to this one and I must say, I admire the hell outta you girl! I go to MEPS in a month and also take the ASVAB the same time. I'm 32 next month so being the "old" man getting enlisted otta be interesting. I'm definitely doing this for myself to further my Nursing career even more ( I'm an LPN right now) so Aero Space Medical Services is what I'm aiming for job wise. The big picture is to become a full blown flight nurse and I dont feel that that's an unrealistic goal. I love nursing and I plan to keep advancing my career as much as possible! I'm like you, all this time something or someone has somewhat held me back from doing this, WELL not anymore! I'll soon be divorced (not proud of that at 31 but life happens). I'm totally ready to rock this journey out and your videos entertain me and make me laugh (especially your MEPS video when they would say "Watcha talkin' bout Willis?" because I would've done the same to you just to pick on you) and give me the motivation I need to make it happen ( my ex wife sure isn't confident in me at all but thats ok. Shes missing out on a great guy :) ) Keep doing you and keep your eyes on the prize my dear! You seem super smart and knowledge is power in my book! Hope to see some more AF vids in the future. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any additional advise you could toss my way for my up coming trip to MEPS. I do not do social media because its annoying as hell to me, however, my email is (as is) brodyhoard@yahoo.com. Maybe I'll get a reply from you? we shall see! God bless , Brody H. PS: Your totally gorgeous and you can have anyone you want so never settle for less than the BEST! I truly mean that :)
My first semester of college I had to endure a verbally abusive instructor. I reported her to her supervisor and all the appropriate channels following the chain of command and she was terminated at the end of the semester. She revered Hitler and Charles Manson. I never ever thought I'd be in such a situation. How could a self proclaimed sociopath be responsible for educating on the college level. It soured my college experience. At least we weren't children though I cannot imagine what your personal experience was like. I admire your strength and determination!
I love your videos !! I can relate to so much !! I was a manager at a retail store, I want to be a ASL (American sign language) teacher. but like you when I graduated I went and did all that stuff w a requiter & then two days later life happened, and I unexpectedly had to move away and leave everything. But the pajamas I had on and now I have my own Apartment, a nice bartendering job but I still think about joining the Air Force often. And I’ve been watching your videos and you are so real, and honest! And it’s nice to have someone who is older going through the process. I’m going to be 19 in two weeks but I’ve been on my own since I was 16 so I’ve been moving, trying different jobs and What not for the last 3 years cuz I graduated early. Anyway you really have been so helpful with your videos.
I’m so happy I came across your videos because I can relate to almost everything in this video. out of high school that was my goal to join the military, but my mom got pregnant and other family issues happened and leaving my family was something I wasn’t quite ready for. I went to college got a degree and not really using it. The military had always been on the back of my mind, but like you said right now I’m working two jobs, both retail because it’s my comfort zone. This isnt what I want for myself. I dated this guy for 6months who is in the air force and he recently got orders to spain so it wasn’t going to work out. But dating him has never made me so confident and showing myself that this is what I want. I’ve yet to tell any family or “friends”. I just don’t need the negativity and my friends are showing their true colors so no need to let them know. Also I’m 24 and I felt like I was to old to join, but watching your videos has definitely kept me in high hopes and confident in my decision so thank you!!! 💛
Coincidentally I am about to turn 26 and am looking forward to joining the air force. I also experienced some failed career paths and feel like I will be getting a new start once I join the air force.
you can do anything you set your mind to, and it’s amazing that you’re doing this because honestly you deserve it. and i can’t wait to see you succeed, best of wishes ❤️💪🏽
I started watching your videos when I was debating whether or not to enlist in the USAF. I have gone to MEPS since then and now impatiently waiting for my AFSC. I feel like our stories are very similiar, especially now watching them back (again). I'm so proud of you, as well as proud of myself, for making this courageous decision! Thank you for what you do and you make me EXTREMELY hopeful for my future with the Air Force. Also, love the job choice! I am so nervous to know what I get. 🤞
i sworn in at the age 25 i thought i'm the only one and the primary reason is financial without college degree i cant afford living in the United States so in military i believe it will help me.
Mejhor Morta I’m also 25! I am also really considering the Air Force for the season reasons. I feel like my life has no direction after working many retail or warehouse jobs, financially and we are still young so i say go for it like Brittany said. You only live once. Let’s not let our 20s go to waste
Hey girl! Remember me?! So crazy I watched this video because I decided to reignite my desire to enlist! Couple months of trying to figure out MY purpose here in Las Vegas and figured USAF is what I really want and yes, it's NOW or never! So happy your channel has grown since we last spoke and so proud of you! Congratulations on everything you've accomplished thus far :) Already started saving all your new videos that will help me in my process! - Jess
Always looking for your purpose! Good video, i also had a similar experience in life and for the same reason i joined the Army at 29, to also find my purpose in life.
24, wanted to be an interpreter for DoD but a lot of the abroad and immersion courses were cancelled because of covid my last year in uni. Next best option is getting privately certified which I have no idea will even be possible after 4 years of just private study and university teaching because there's a lot to learn. Or I can get certified in the Air Force, actually use my knowledge in the field, and get paid while doing so instead of juggling a job, girlfriend, and constant studying around.
i agree with it being ur decision. im in a similar situation where i felt the same about people making decision for me and finally doing something on my own
I’m in 10th grade and I plan on sending in an application to the Air Force Academy my junior year to become a pilot. Your videos are very entertaining and very inspiring, thank you so much < 3
I'm 26 and have thought about joining since I graduated high school in 2013. I've been happily married to my active duty husband and best friend for 5 years throughout his whole AF career. I always think about joining guard or reserves. I have suffered to find my purpose and meaning in life. Especially while being a spouse stationed overseas. I have no real career or job. I have tried but I fail. I have nothing for myself except for working on my bachelors degree, which I don't know if it will lead to a career. My self esteem is low I feel like a loser while I watch him succeed in life and I go no where. I want to join but suffer from anxiety since I was 12 I don't take meds for it but this is the main thing stoping me from joining. I don't know if I can join because of it or if it's a bad idea and I won't make it through bmt. Please help me with any advice. Thank you!
I am 26 and have been on the fence of joining since I graduated high school. It’s been a constant back and forth in my mind of „should I do this?“ and I debated on just doing Federal gov‘t work but I feel like with a military background you have a better chance at getting a civil service job afterwards. I currently work retail too after going into failed internships in the legal field and feel like I’m going nowhere with my life. Thanks for sharing your story, it’s inspiring me to at least speak with a recruiter which I’ve always been afraid of doing.
It's interesting to learn from a women's point of view on joining the US military because I've seen several videos on joining the military later in age, but from a man's point of view. Women have different experiences joining the military than men
Just stumbled upon your video. Outstanding that you’re finally getting around towards satisfying your quest. Now, the AF is okay among the other military services. Did you look into the U.S. Army? I ask because as a university graduate entering the Army with a bachelors degree, you would’ve enlisted as a E-4. Yup, you would’ve been a junior NCO. So, within your initial 4-year obligation, you would’ve expected to be a E-5 enroute towards E-6 w/o being in the infantry, armor, or air defense. Now, in difficult MOSs (i.e., intelligence analysis, crypto, cyberspace, cyber security, computers, defense analysis, chemical) fast promotions do happen. However, the service member should possess at least a graduate degree (i.e., MA, MS, MPH, MHA, MSIT) especially in a mission specific field. Next, there’s always frocking but the service member doesn’t even receive the pay-grade but only the chevrons. Therefore, I recommend that you search for a viable graduate degree program and let the dice roll. Word of advice...steer clear from for-profit universities because in the short-term they’re okay, but long term after ones military service, a graduate degree from this sort of university can be troublesome. Lastly, but importantly look for guys who are on your educational & SES levels for possible relationships. And marriages among teenager and just turned young adults are difficult in the military. Jealousy and sex on either spouse are some key factors that will impede these types of marriages.
Waooo... your way through life has not been easy, but from December 11 you will take a new path, an entrepreneurial future and I wish you everything goes well. And thanks for the video and clarify me your enter rank.
You were a teacher, a retail manager and then in the air force?! I feel like all the stuff that delayed you from getting into the air force in the first place actually makes you even more of a badass. I mean, girl, your origin story is more muddled than the Joker's! 🤣 Fuckin' own it! ✊
I am an Air Force VietNam vet, my Daughter is also an Air Force Vet. You have to have a plan. My Daughter was extremely successful with her career. She put in her 6 years and is now currently working for the Air Force at the same base she was stationed at making substantially more. She went to College (Free) when she got out. Made good use of her Cyber Security degree. Scoring 60's on ASVAB doesn't leave you with many really good choices. My daughter scored in the 80's before she graduated from High School. But.......... I made her study the ASVAB for 6 months before taking the test. Like you should have done. Now..........my question to you is why the hell did you enlist versus going to Officers candidate school. You earned it. And you should be proud of your choices. It's not for everyone. Good Luck. 1st Lieutenant sounds much better than Sr. Airman. Good Luck.
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Hi Brittany my name is Sardor and I am from Uzbekistan, can you tell me do you use google hangouts, because one girl called Emily Brune tells that Brittany Willis is her nickname and she is now on the military base, can clarify this moment pls??
Nice advice I'm currently working out and planning on joining the national guard or marine corps reserves I'm 25 currently!
I'm 26 and I'm enlisting this month; I have a kid and lived the party life, did the college dropout, survived gang violence. Now I want to serve and be the change I want to see
You'll do great!!
how’s it going
Hey just turned 26 last week. Almost signed with army at 24. Looking into Air Force EOD right now. Great to know I’m not the only 26 year old trying to get their life moving forward. Aim High!
Awesome! Hope your process goes smoothly!
I just wanted to ask why you took interest in another branch? Asking because all I've ever known is army, but I kinda want to see if the grass is greener on the other side.
Justin Rhinesmith me too
i'm 25. i'm planning on enlisting in 2 or 3 years. age don't matter. i am glad i didn't go after high school because i had life experiences that makes me so sure of my decision.
Tiff Targaryen Have you enlisted yet? I’m also 25, my only fear of enlisting is the possibility of war... 😞
Same here..even though I was going after high school. I’m 27 and enlisting I think being an older trainee u seen things and have more life experiences most recruits don’t have. Sometimes I regret not going after high school but everything happens for a reason
Corri Carter You’re absolutely right, everything does happen for a reason. I’m glad you’re going to pursue your AF journey. ⭐️
What inspired you to join?
Wishing you the best!
flsym stabilty, benefits, finishing school without worrying about how I’m going to pay for it and without student loan debt, and plus I’m a single mom
Corri Carter 📝 ✅ I hear you. All great reasons!
Have you started the enrollment process yet?
Would it be strange if we exchanged Snaps or FB? (Those are the only ones I have, use snap the most) I’ve asked other ladies I’ve been chatting with via TH-cam too, just to keep in contact and if we ever cross paths during the AF journey. 💖 no worries if not!
Life is all about the journey. I'm impressed by your maturity and thought process in choosing to enlist in the Air Force. As an Air Force veteran I can tell you that with your mindset and strong communication skills you have the makings of a great career and the Air Force is lucky to have you in their ranks.
Really crazy! I can relate on a lot of what you’ve said. I’ve invested 10 years into my career, moving up and making as much money as I could for my family. My whole career absolutely fell a part and I was absolutely miserable with the field I was in despite all my “experience.” My wife and I made the decision on me joining. It has been rough because I was 44 pounds over my weight limit. So, I started to work out & eat healthy. Today, I have lost 42 pounds and I’ve already met with my recruiter. Once I get down a few more, I can go to MEPs! I have to say, I am REALLY happy and excited about this decision. I almost joined around 20 years old, never did and regretted it! I’ve always said, I won’t know if I like it if I won’t try but at least I want to say I tried!
Also, I haven’t told a lot of people about my decision, friends and family. Many of them are critical and I just don’t need that negativity around me. I’ve already heard people talking their crap about me how I won’t succeed or lose the weight to get in and it honestly hurt but I came so far to quit!
Good luck!
Wow, congratulations on how far you’ve come! And for going back and chasing your dream! Best of luck to you!
Update??
You just inspired me ...24 and married to a military dude (roll eyes) going to study and go to the air force. Thanks for sharing.
Did you end up enlisting?
I’m 25, I plan on enlisting within a few months. Similar to you I’ve had many jobs, relationships twist me in every direction. Always putting relationships before my own needs.
I’ve thought about enlisting for 5 years now, it’s been in the back of my mind.
I’m nervous but also very excited.
Thank you for making these videos, I’m glad I came across your channel.
This is was so beautiful. I’m so glad you got to share your story. I wanted to go in at 18 but got comfortable with my life and school. I am now 20 years old and I’ve decided to chase my dream just like you! 11 days till I go off to basic. Best of luck to you and thank you for inspiring me! :)
That’s awesome!! Congratulations and best of luck to you in basic!!
I ship out Nov 13th!
Good luck
Hey how was it? I just turned 21 & want to join by next year - I’m just finishing my classes this year (2020) to get my associates degree.
This was sooo relatable, during High School I always felt empty and lost, with no direction in my life. Failed relationships, bad social anxiety, and crippling laziness (plus the fact that I didn’t want to go to College), I felt like life after High School would stay as bad as life during. But then like you I resolved to make this one decision, the strong decision to enlist in the Air Force. I moved through the process as fast as I could, didn’t procrastinate on things like I usually did, and now am shipping out in two days (October 1st). Thank you for your story, it inspires many who are either waiting to ship out or deciding if they should join. Good luck to you!
I just turned 33....also just got out of a long term relationship of 8 years. Im also burned out on my job. Probably doesn't help I work with my ex-wife and her new flame. I scored 81 on my asvab last week and nervous about meps. But I'm sooo ready to get out of this town.
Congrats and good luck on your new journey!
Am 33 and shipping out February 19th...its fine!
Stephanie Johnson 33 is a bit late to join... my ex is 35 looking to get out and physically jaded. I say invest with the money and benefits you get out of the military, it is not meant to be a lifelong career.
To say that I can relate to this video sounds so week. Your last few minutes hit me like a wall. Thanks for sharing !!
@@cris_here It's never too late. Life is a roller coaster and a journey. We make the best of it no matter the age especially if we have 1 go at it. Tomorrow is never guaranteed and we should value and treatise the days we have left on earth. The only time it's "too late" is when we're dead and buried in the ground.
Hi Brittany! Love your videos, I am 28 and also just started the journey to join. I have MEPS coming up soon. I related so much to all your reasons, especially having a purpose and feeling fulfilled . I cant wait to hear more from you before you leave.
Hey Jessica! Proud of you for not settling and still finding your purpose! Good luck at MEPS!!!
Having served and having watched the mistakes of others I would say DO NOT get married on your first enlistment. Most people get married early in their military careers because they are lonely....and that doesn't end up being a very good reason. There are generally deployments/separations that are hard enough on more established marriages. It's not a coincidence that the divorce rate in the military is pretty high. You don't make a lot of money starting out, you're just getting used to the military environment, there are moves and again, deployments etc....
The other thing I would tell folks in DEP is to workout....run, swim, do push-ups but do some physical exercise on a regular basis. EVERYTHING is easier if you're in shape. It's one less thing you have to stress about in boot camp which is a stressful enough environment. Learn your General Orders and actually know them. Anything you can do to make basic easier, you should do prior to getting there. The other advice I would give is to save some money. Going out with your friends is great, but if in 4 years you end up having to reenlist because you have nothing to show for the last 4 years you're staying for the wrong reasons and it's going to be a struggle. If you reenlist, do it because you want to, not because you have to because you have no money or prospects waiting. Take every educational course you can, especially if the service you're in is paying for it. Make the most of your time in. We all get 24 hours in our day, but some people get more out of those 24 hours than others. It's up to you.
I got married on my first enlistment and we have been married for over 37 years. 14 of them was while I was in the USAF.
@@genewilkerson8528 Hey, that's great, kudos to you and your wife, now tell me....would you consider yourself the norm? Some people win the lottery too, but I would hardly call that a wise investment/retirement plan. I would also ask, what was your job in the USAF? I bet you weren't a PJ, or CCT, or TACP. Am I right?
Are there people who can make it work? YES...absolutely, no doubt....but they are rare if......IF we are playing the odds. Take a look at the divorce rate in American society, then take a look at the divorce rate in the military......enough said.
You got the "golden ticket" and I'm honestly happy for you.....but let's not act like you and your lovely (I'm sure) wife are the rule rather than the exception.....OK?
The other thing I would ask is, did you do 20 or more years? If you got married while you were in with 14 of them while you were in the USAF, that means you were probably at least a tech sgt when you got married, which is a far cry from being an E-1, 2 or 3 and being married. I stand by what I said......don't get married on your first enlistment.....for all the reasons I gave.
I eagerly await your response......and answers to my relevant questions.
Sad to say you are right. Good advice. There are a few instances where people get married young and it last, but it's not often.
@@30jersey478 Don't get me wrong, I'm happy for Gene and his wife, but again what they have is rather rare in the military even under the best of circumstances. Maybe he was one of those guys that didn't or rarely deployed. Having a job in the military that is more of a 9 to 5 like personnel is a FAR cry from being air crew or PJ, CCT, or TACP where you're gone A LOT. The advice I gave isn't exclusive to any one service. You'd be hard pressed to find someone in Army SF, Navy SEALs, or Marine Recon that hasn't experienced divorce.
Notice he didn't respond.......
I know this post is 7 months old but I thank you for your service AND advice. I’m writing down the items of importance on what I need to do while I prepare. Hopefully I’ll be finalizing the decision by Christmas. I’ve only told those close to me about joining the military. I haven’t got a recruiter yet but I wanna get myself together before I do that. General orders, working out, and saving money are the big 3 I see from everyone who’s serving or has served. And since I’m seeing and hearing that on repeat, those are highly important. Anything else I should be brushing on?
Good stuff!
I’m in the process of enlisting at the age of 27! I wanted to join the military in high school too. I’m not sure what I scored on the ASVAB then, but recruiters came to the school to talk to me about the Officer program. I didn’t do it at the time for religious reasons, but I didn’t realize how much I regretted that until I was approached at my retail job - where I too was a manager - by a Staff Sergeant in the Marines. I was having a conversation with my cashier when they came in. When they stated why they were there, she seemingly walked off (we were finished talking and she’s deaf in one ear). So I said, “You guys should be talking to her; she’s 18.” They said something to the effect of, “We want to talk to you. We only want brave people and she ran away.” I agreed that I would speak to them...reluctantly because I assumed I was “too old” for it now.
It just so happened that the dates the were already planning on taking a couple of guys to MEPS (in another state, for some reason) fell on days that I was already off! So on December 3rd, I took my ASVAB and physical. It was such a long process.
Eventually, however, I changed my mind about the Marines and spoke with an AF recruiter - who didn’t seem very enthusiastic about recruiting me - and a Navy recruiter who made me super excited. He had my files transferred from the out-of-state to our local MEPS. Yet again, though, I changed my mind and DECIDED to do the Air Force.
A few things have held me back a little: attaining another job after leaving the aforementioned one at the beginning of the year, having literally all except one job to choose from, the thought of leaving my mom, etc...I regret letting things get in the way of me pursuing my goal.
It’s encouraging to see that someone else is or has gone through a similar experience. I am delighted to have found your channel tonight, and I wish you nothing but the best! I will continue following you here until I leave and look you up on Instagram.
You remind me of a female me. It's crazy. I'm 28 and going into Airforce now. The whole thing with not feeling fulfilled by jobs in your comfort zone and then getting married and splitting up early in life. I relate. Thank you for sharing your story!
I’m 30 and in tech school for a cyber position right now. I scored top PT in my flight. Restarts are possible. If you’re older and still considering it, just take the plunge already, you’ll be fine.
Nice congrats!! How is it all going for you ?
I’m 27 now, 28 in April, going to reach out to a recruiter soon. Aiming for a cyber position as well.
@@Luis-lt2gl Honestly not bad. I joined the Air Guard. Got my Sec+ at tech and a cyber position once a month on base. I used the training to parlay it into a contracting job for a Government organization and I doubled my salary in the past year. No regrets so far. Training during covid was pretty lame, but the few months you spend at basic and tech are miniscule in the grand scheme. If you arent serious about active then definitely join the guard and take up a cyber position, have the AF pay for sec+, get a TS, and move into a really well paying civilian world IT position like I did. IT has great future security and prospects. Good luck!
@@evancunningham1929 That’s awesome to hear! I am looking into that pat as well. I am particularly interested in cyber warfare
I’m in the same position. I want to join the Air Force to get an IT/cyber job but idk if I’m super serious about it. Might look into the air guard.
@@ssdaaFaf2 If you’re not serious about active or guard then don’t do it. The guard is still a commitment after you complete training and your drill weekends will fall on weekends when you had plans. I think it’s worth it as it covers all my insurance and if I want to go back to school then it’ll be free. It also got me into IT and now I make 100k doing basic IT infrastructure stuff. I would probably still be making less than 50k if I hadn’t joined. “Not that serious” airmen are more likely to be dirtbag airmen.
Honestly, part of me wishes I went active duty instead cause the feeling you get when at basic and tech school is like no other if you are engaged in it. It’s practically impossible to transfer to active duty from guard. Having said that, I do make way more money in civilian life.
So I had this playin in the background, and now I’m crying... when I was 18 I was in the process of enlisting, but I ended up letting my boyfriend convince me to marry him... a marine stationed at Pendleton... I was married just short of two years before he wanted a divorce, but we didn’t get divorced until 2 months past two years... I’m now trying to join again. I’m 23 now, but our stories are still so similar
Proud of you for not giving up on your dream!
Nice, take advantage of the opportunities here in the Air Force despite how it goes. I just enlisted last year at 22 years old, keep searching for your purpose. Never be settled, looking forward to your contribution to the Air Force future Airman.
Thank You for standing up for the innocent children!! So many people do not stand up for the pure children!!! You are the BEST 🤩
Joined the AF at twenty six as well, best decision of my life. 👌🏻
This is encouraging!
I’m 26 and I feel like you’re the female version of me. I was a store manager for multiple years, went to school got my degree. Move up the chain at my new job but I have 0 fulfillment from any job I’ve ever had and since I was 17 I’ve wanted to join. I appreciate your video.
I feel like you're am older version of me haha. At 17 I dropped out of hs bc I felt like my shit walmart job was worth it. I'm almost caught up, and am very close to talking to my airforce recruiter and I can't wait. To enlist at 19!
I'm 26 years old and thinking about going into the Air force. I tested for LAPD and passed. But my credit is what ruined my chances. So I'm full force with this branch
Hey dude what was your credit? I’m also looking to join with average credit
@@art43541 my credit was sitting at 565 at that time
@@chrisac1057 Hey Chris thanks for letting me know, mines at 600 currently you think i need to wait?
I love this. I’m 24 and I was inspired to start looking into the Air Force after going to my brother’s BMT graduation last week. He’s 19, and there was a 39 year old in his flight. That made me feel like I have some time. Thanks for the video
Congratulations! You made your first real adult decision by going into the military. In my teens I followed the crowd, didn't know what I wanted, and ending up dropping out of the college I went to and hated. My father was furious, but like you, I needed to do that for me. Best of luck!
I had a few reservations about my decision to enlist in the navy for 6 years, at 26, with a bachelors degree. You’re story definitely helps renforce my decision, especially with how many different routes I’ve also tried to take before this decision.
Turning 28 next month. Have a BSc in biology & work as a scientist. Rejected from all branches for OCS. Finally considering enlisting now.
It's comforting to see others have waited to enlist.
I'm 26 years old and I'm joining the Air Force. I graduated from high school at 18, made no college plans and goofed off for a year. At 19 I cleaned up my act a little bit and served an LDS mission. I came home at 21 more mature and confident to pursue college. I worked and saved for six months and enrolled in college at 22. For the next four years I worked my way through college and earned my bachelors degree in polisci at 26. Now Air Force is my next chapter. Thank you so much for posting this video. Thank you for showing me that I'm not alone with the timing. :)
Thank you for sharing your personal life events. You’re a strong individual for standing up to the teachers situation. I too have worked with elementary kids and understand you in that situation. You’re right. It’s never too late. I too wanted to join at 17. My Mexican mom freaked out and didn’t want to sign for me so I got married young and had two kids divorced and remarried and had two more. Now 28! And 4 kids later with my husbands and now moms support I am due to ship out in February 2020.
I was married to a marine and divorced at 20, too. I am also about to start my last semester for my associate's and start my bachelor's in Special Education for elementary school in the summer and am super worried about not being able to find a job as well. The Air Force has always been in the back of my mind but I am a little too afraid to act on it.. Its crazy to see how similar our stories have gone this far, though! Good luck!
Ugh, girl! I honestly wish this video was longer. I didn’t want it to end. I can relate to so much of what you said. Although friends and family have never really influenced my choices. (I’ve been living on my own since I was 19.) My whole pursuit of a degree was because I just accepted that that was the way life was supposed to be. But what I was studying never clicked for me, and I hated the thought of me settling for just any job, that I had no love for.
I can’t wait for more videos from you.
p.s. I’m from Florida! And although I love the weather, I can’t wait to leave. ☺️
Thank you so much for watching! I know there is so much pressure in today’s society to do life a certain way but everyone’s journey is different and everyone’s purpose/calling is different too! I just can’t bring myself to settle, either. Life is way too short. I will not live with the regret of not pursuing my own dreams. Are you enlisted or thinking about it? What part of Florida?
Brittany Willis I’m from Miami and a lead in an accounting firm. Since I oversee so much in the company the owner asked if I could stay on until February. So I’ve postponed my enlistment until then. (Since I don’t know how fast the enlistment process might go for me.)
I’m hoping to get a secured slot in Mental Health, hopefully there’s not a long wait for that one. ☺️
Well, February will be here before you know it! I know all health/medical jobs are hard to get, but that doesn't mean it can't happen. Just know they can't guarantee you a specific job and you'll have to make a list of 10-15, meaning you could get any job on your list! Best of luck to you!
This hit me in the FEELS! Because this all sounds so familiar and similar. I’ve never been married or had a boyfriend since high school. But I have been bouncing around in jobs and careers. Dropped out of college 3 times for the main reason of not knowing what I wanted to do at all! and when I did decide the fit still wasn’t right. I’ll be sure by Christmas if I want to really enlist. But foundation work is in progress like health and asvab prep, but I’m worried about meps because I have eczema, but I’ll see what I can do or what my recruiter suggests. I’m excited for the mere interest in joining the military and actually happy that I’m going now than right after high school. I think the decision really sparked when a boss from a previous job and I talked about it. I told her I wanted to go but thanks to life I never did it and now that I want to go I felt I was too old (I’m 27) and she gave me a look and said no you’re not. She was like the cut off age is (I think 36?) but anyway yeah she basically said it’s not too late and if it feels like something you really wanna do, do it. When I get my ship date I’ll have to go visit and thank her. My mother wanted me to go for it too and still does, my grandpa has warmed to the idea now, but then comes the other dilemma other than meps I’m worried about; my grams! My grandmother is really not for it, but I’ve been trying to explain and talk to her about it yet she’s hell bent man lol. She has in her mind you’re going to get shot, and this will happen and that.. yeah goes without saying. I really think the part that she’s irked about the most is that she wouldn’t be able to call or see me anytime she wants to. She didn’t like it when I went to job corp and I know for sure she will raise the dead if I tell her I got a ship date lol. I keep telling her it would make me feel better and improve me as a person, her answer is you can do that here at home. Lol, it’s a battlefield all on its own when you are not only the only child, but also an only grandchild ( I’m the oldest of 3, the other two are 8 and 6 lmao) so yeah Christmas is going to be interesting asf XD
I am so happy to come across this video because, like you, I am set on joining the Air Force. No matter who tells me or hints that they don't think I should do it or don't think I can do it, I persist. I feel your video shows many parallels with my life. I was also married straight out of High School and was divorced in about the same time as you. I'm 22 now and have my associates degree, but I also feel I had an epiphany about my life. The Air Force feels like where I need to be at this time in my life. I know you're probably in BMT right now, but I want to say good luck! Also, I know you don't need it, but I'm rooting for you! Thank you for putting out a video that makes me feel like I am not alone in my experiences!
Be you .... be free ❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing your journey. You did the right thing reporting that teacher regardless the outcome. That was not easy and a very brave thing you did. Like you, it was always in the back of my mind to join the military. I should have joined the Air Force in 2012 when I had really wanted to at the time. It's 2019 now, I'm 35 years old and here I am studying the ASVAB to score high to get in. Life is a roller coaster. But we keep going. Thank you for your very encouraging and very informational videos. Appreciate you.
You are such an inspiration to all of us for you to be able to get through everything you went through and still want to join the air force is amazing! I will also be 26 when I ship out so I'll be in the same boat as you were going through basic. Congrats on everything you have full filled so far&prayers the future works out how you want! (:
So encouraging!! I’m 19, I’m going into my first semester of college for my associates degree and I plan on going into the Air Force when I graduate...I was thinking 22 would be “too old to join” but I see a lot of people joining that’s older than that!! Age really doesn’t matter, a lot of people think it does but it doesn’t....ive battled with that but living life and going though different things has really opened my eyes up. Good luck on your journey as an US Airman!!
22 is young asf
Thanks for sharing your story! I feel that mine is so similar in different ways. I’m nervous to join because I turn 25 in two weeks and I have recently been able to spend a whole lot of time with my loved ones so leaving them I imagine will be tough. It’s always been something I’ve wanted to do my dad is marine vet and I have always admired the commitment and determination it takes to be apart of the military. So in a nutshell thank you for giving me the nudge to go do my research and make a commitment.
We are the same!!! I did this as well. I'm still glad I joined despite being older than my peers.
I’m going back and forth on joining the Air Force, but I think I’m gonna join bc I have nothing going for me rn. I’m only 20 but I have no idea what I want do with my life. I just have to take the asvab and go to meps. Only problem is I have asthma not bad, but there’s a history of it and I feel like I’m gonna have to wait a long time to get a waiver.
I think the Air Force offers amazing benefits and is a great choice! (Obviously lol) Do you have paperwork on your asthma? Is it documented at all?
Nicky B this is me
I'm waiting to join USCG as a reservist IS or HS, I'm also 26 but I'm still finishing up my B.A. degree(have an A.S). Thanks for updating your experience with the process, its taking forever especially since I want a job with Top secret clearance and it helps to see others are going through the same. I subscribed, best of luck to you.
Thanks for watching and subscribing! Good luck on your journey!
I had something similar. I was suppose to join the Air Force right after high school, but being in a relationship made me think twice about going. It didn't work out, so we split up. Went to school and worked multiple jobs for a few years but didn't feel like I was doing something I wanted to do. So I decided to finally enlist. Now, at 25, I leave for BMT next week (the 13th). I'm excited to leave and I'm excited for you as well! Good luck on your journey! Hopefully we bump into each other at BMT. Lol.
I had no idea there were so many stories similar to mine. I’m so happy you still decided to enlist! Good luck to you and see you on the other side!!
Esty Calara i am the same age with similar stories! I hope BMT went great for you. I am meeting with a recruiter on Wednesday
I am in the enlistment process right now. I am just waiting for my MEPS date. Got a 78 on my ASVAB.
I currently met someone and became involved and they have been trying to pressure me not to join so that we can be together. This is something that I've always wanted to do, and I don't have time to waste AT 37 Years old.
So I realized that the relationship was not worth sacrificing my future with the Air Force, so we broke it off, and she still continues to try to guilt me into changing my goals and plans. There is no guarantee our relationship will work out in the long run. Relationships tend to get in the way and deter people from their goals. Don't ever let that happen to you again, stay focused, and follow your dreams and your heart and not someone else's desires and ideas of what they what your life to be like.
You’ve convince me to enlist in the Air Force. Thank you for you videos. They’ve helped so many people.
Honestly love that you shared this. I keep telling myself I’m gonna join and I’m gonna do it but seem to fall short of motivation and inspiration. I can almost see myself doing the exact same thing you did as in, doing what I think I’m supposed to do and then end up doing what I’ve always wanted to do. I really want this and really want to chase my dream and God willing I will get to experience what you’ve experienced one day 😊
What are you waiting for?!
Wow , you’re so relatable !! You definitely have inspired me a lot to go ahead & join . It has been in the back of my mind for years ! It’s like I saw this video at the perfect timing . I’m 25 , so this definitely helped me a lot with thinking I’m too old . I’m at the point now like you said , now or never ! Long term relationship failed & so has dating for me , moved around trying to find my purpose & never felt like I did . I never put myself first & outside opinions have always influenced my decisions . It’s time I do what’s for me . Thanks for sharing 💕
I’m almost 26, I thought I was old at 22 lol
I plan on enlisting myself. I feel like people have doubted me for years. So I will prove them wrong.
Go girl!!!!!
@@Lily_faith227 thanks
I'm 27 now, had a ton of "bad luck" happen to me after high school. Couldn't afford school, been working minimum wage jobs wishing I would have joined after I graduated. I'm looking into it now, even if I only do a minimal contract, I hate seeing the same things/places all of the time. (I live in the Chicago suburbs).
WOW! I can relate to your story on so many levels. I graduated back in 2020 with a degree in Speech Therapy (worked in the schools in FL for about a year) but decided it wasn't for me. I was going to join the Army last summer and backed out due to a variety of reasons. Now I'm about to turn 25 and considering joining the Air Force as I tried to work in therapy once again after considering the Army but was miserable for the 6 months that I did. Hope you're doing well!
Seems like you have a very similar experience as I do. I graduated from college about six years ago with a teaching degree and it's been a rough ride tbh. After my first full year, I highly considered going into the Air Force, but didn't. Stayed working at that school (wanting to leave the whole time) for a few more years. Left last year and moved to a different state. Was looking for a job and got one as a PE teacher and I realized it's not much different from being a classroom teacher because it's still teaching at the end of the day. My close friend just went into the army and now I'm considering joining the AF again. Did you end up joining the Air Force?
@@gearmo58 hey, I talked with an AF recruiter and everything but didn’t end up joining. Like you, I also moved out of state (I’m loving my new home) and found a job with the local school district. I’m going back to school part time in January for a Computer Science degree since I’ve been learning to code since last year and decided this is the way to go. How are you liking your new home state?
That's a smart move you made by going back to school. I've also been told many times by close friends to go back to school for something that I'm way more into. I'm really starting to look into the technology fields because it's something I've always been into. I truly do love the city I live in. If it wasn't for the current job and low pay, I'd be having a much better time.
Oh my gosh girl, I swear we are twins. We have the same background story of the Air Force. When I was 18 my dad had me look into the Air Force but never really did it. Then I was constantly back and forth from Ga to FL and then I went to Honduras and realized it wasn’t for me. I’m 26 now and as soon as my leg heals definitely trying the Air Force all over again and not half assing! Good luck 👍
This sounds exactly like my life! I'm going to MEPS soon and hopefully will enlist in the Army soon!
Good luck!!!
You go girl! I am an AF vet, 571 - Fire Protection. Blessings and All the Best! Have a Happy New Year!
High Fives on your choice very Inspirational. I shared on bookface for others who might know someone that's on the wrong path, it's never too late to change the road you're on, Good Luck 🙏🇺🇲🙏
First, 26 or 27 is not old! It is a very good age to make a big decision like this. You have some life experiences under your belt which help you figure out what you like and don't like and you've not had to get super serious about career right out of h.s. This is the biggest change I have seen put on young people that they have to dive right into a big time career. I am a boomer and a lot of us didn't get serious until our late 20s. I went back to night school at age 27 when I was truly ready and had a fantastic experience with small classes and super motivated students who were all my age.
Second, you will learn to become your own person and value yourself and not look to relationships to give your life meaning. There is no substitute for this in life. Life is a "long and winding road" and God is driving the car whether you realize it or not. He puts the people, places, ideas into your life to guide you. I really wanted to get into marketing which was going to be my major and then when I was accepted they dropped that major! I was already working in computers so I said "why not MIS" which turned out to be my true calling and that door opened many many doors to good pay in my life. And I was truly talented at it, but did not know it at the time. Your attention to detail will serve you well in the computer field. Its a good thing I didn't get the major I thought I should have as those majors were a dime a dozen and not as in demand as the computer field was.
Be grateful for your family. Seemed like they helped you a lot a lot..
For sure, we’re very close
It is so refreshing to watch this video right now. I can relate to a lot of it. I am so looking forward to this whole pandemic situation to subside and finally step into the recruiters office. I am older though.. but still on time. I really wish I had known this was something I would be considering when I was younger. I would have started sooner. I struggle with that already. And exactly like you I said to myself, It's either now or never! But I am at THAT peak. I turn 35 this year, so.. But like you, I have never been so sure of a decision, and how it makes me feel to potentially accomplish something like this and living it. Nothing neither seems nor feels full-filling to me. There is a lot more but I'm leaving it here. Thank you for sharing. This reminded me of my Why's, and How it makes me feel, truly. And that gives me the confidence and the words when breaking the news to my family. Stay Blessed. And thank you for your Service.
I am almost 23 and really thinking I want to join, I have been going in circles for years, I know what I want to do but I don't want to take on the debt of college to do it.
Mr S same so I’m ready to join!
I just finished my bachelors this year and turn 26 next month. I’m heavily considering joining.
I feel and have gone through the same experience. Thank you for this video.
Wow, we have similar stories.
I was in the process of applying to the Canadian military at 20, but a boyfriend at the time told me he didn't think I should do it so I didn't. (Stupid)
Now at 31, after trying different careers, single and much wiser, something in me said I still wanted to do this. The desire kind of never left, it was just buried for a long time. So I reapplied (they still had my old test scores from ten years ago, if you can believe lol). I am now almost done and hopefully will be training to be a Medic in the next few months!
Thanks for sharing your story
24 at the moment about to go to MEPS. I got a similar story to yours and it's quite inspiring. I know this video is 2 years old. But enlisting at 24.
I feel like I've just watched myself through out this entire video. Minus a few things but congratulations for finally taking that leap. Thank you for your lovely videos! Good luck on your journey🧡🧡
Thank you!! Are you enlisting?
@@Brittanylynnlewis you're welcome. No not yet I have to drop some weight and of course study
aww thankyou for this video, it gave me such good positive vibes,you inspired me! and i wish you all the best suucess in all your god bless!
im 23 and I have a bachelors, im debating joining as an officer and getting some IT certifications so I can move into that field after! Thanks for this vid!
Hello! I'm Brody and this totally speaks to me on a coincidental level. Literally everything your talking about has been my life (or at least the last 4 years or so). I could honestly write a novel but I wouldn't want to put you through something that boring! lol
I've watched all your videos thus far about the recruiting process all the way to this one and I must say, I admire the hell outta you girl! I go to MEPS in a month and also take the ASVAB the same time. I'm 32 next month so being the "old" man getting enlisted otta be interesting. I'm definitely doing this for myself to further my Nursing career even more ( I'm an LPN right now) so Aero Space Medical Services is what I'm aiming for job wise. The big picture is to become a full blown flight nurse and I dont feel that that's an unrealistic goal. I love nursing and I plan to keep advancing my career as much as possible! I'm like you, all this time something or someone has somewhat held me back from doing this, WELL not anymore! I'll soon be divorced (not proud of that at 31 but life happens). I'm totally ready to rock this journey out and your videos entertain me and make me laugh (especially your MEPS video when they would say "Watcha talkin' bout Willis?" because I would've done the same to you just to pick on you) and give me the motivation I need to make it happen ( my ex wife sure isn't confident in me at all but thats ok. Shes missing out on a great guy :) )
Keep doing you and keep your eyes on the prize my dear! You seem super smart and knowledge is power in my book! Hope to see some more AF vids in the future. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any additional advise you could toss my way for my up coming trip to MEPS. I do not do social media because its annoying as hell to me, however, my email is (as is) brodyhoard@yahoo.com. Maybe I'll get a reply from you? we shall see! God bless , Brody H.
PS: Your totally gorgeous and you can have anyone you want so never settle for less than the BEST! I truly mean that :)
26 isn't that old. One woman in my flight was 33. She ended up being an honor grad. She was a shy quiet woman..... so they made her our chow runner
Nyanko - Sensei what’s an honor grade
I thought it was amazing that your degree was in childhood education but you still managed to score a job in operations intelligence. Congrats!
Love your motivation, I’m in the same boat. I have a appointment with the Air Force nov 12th can’t wait to see you grow
Awesome, if you have any questions along the way that I can help with just lmk! :)
Good luck
l enlisted at 26 in 1989 i retired from USAF 21 years later you will do great cause you really want to be in. wish you success
My first semester of college I had to endure a verbally abusive instructor. I reported her to her supervisor and all the appropriate channels following the chain of command and
she was terminated at the end of the semester. She revered Hitler and Charles Manson. I never ever thought I'd be in such a situation. How could a self proclaimed sociopath be responsible for educating on the college level. It soured my college experience. At least we weren't children though I cannot imagine what your personal experience was like. I admire your strength and determination!
I love your videos !! I can relate to so much !! I was a manager at a retail store, I want to be a ASL (American sign language) teacher. but like you when I graduated I went and did all that stuff w a requiter & then two days later life happened, and I unexpectedly had to move away and leave everything. But the pajamas I had on and now I have my own Apartment, a nice bartendering job but I still think about joining the Air Force often. And I’ve been watching your videos and you are so real, and honest! And it’s nice to have someone who is older going through the process. I’m going to be 19 in two weeks but I’ve been on my own since I was 16 so I’ve been moving, trying different jobs and What not for the last 3 years cuz I graduated early. Anyway you really have been so helpful with your videos.
I’m so happy I came across your videos because I can relate to almost everything in this video. out of high school that was my goal to join the military, but my mom got pregnant and other family issues happened and leaving my family was something I wasn’t quite ready for. I went to college got a degree and not really using it. The military had always been on the back of my mind, but like you said right now I’m working two jobs, both retail because it’s my comfort zone. This isnt what I want for myself. I dated this guy for 6months who is in the air force and he recently got orders to spain so it wasn’t going to work out. But dating him has never made me so confident and showing myself that this is what I want. I’ve yet to tell any family or “friends”. I just don’t need the negativity and my friends are showing their true colors so no need to let them know. Also I’m 24 and I felt like I was to old to join, but watching your videos has definitely kept me in high hopes and confident in my decision so thank you!!! 💛
Coincidentally I am about to turn 26 and am looking forward to joining the air force. I also experienced some failed career paths and feel like I will be getting a new start once I join the air force.
Thankyou for this,I'm 27 and about to graduate with my Bachelors in June.
I love the transparency, I'll be your 1,000 thumbs up :)
I am going to recruiter soon and hoping to enlist by the end of Summer ❤️
Good luck !
you can do anything you set your mind to, and it’s amazing that you’re doing this because honestly you deserve it. and i can’t wait to see you succeed, best of wishes ❤️💪🏽
Appreciate the support!!
I'm 30 and planning on enlisting in 3 years.
Age is just a number. ;)
Aw your cat is adorable
Thank you so much :) :)
I started watching your videos when I was debating whether or not to enlist in the USAF. I have gone to MEPS since then and now impatiently waiting for my AFSC. I feel like our stories are very similiar, especially now watching them back (again). I'm so proud of you, as well as proud of myself, for making this courageous decision! Thank you for what you do and you make me EXTREMELY hopeful for my future with the Air Force. Also, love the job choice! I am so nervous to know what I get. 🤞
i sworn in at the age 25 i thought i'm the only one and the primary reason is financial without college degree i cant afford living in the United States so in military i believe it will help me.
Mejhor Morta I’m also 25! I am also really considering the Air Force for the season reasons. I feel like my life has no direction after working many retail or warehouse jobs, financially and we are still young so i say go for it like Brittany said. You only live once. Let’s not let our 20s go to waste
Hey girl! Remember me?! So crazy I watched this video because I decided to reignite my desire to enlist! Couple months of trying to figure out MY purpose here in Las Vegas and figured USAF is what I really want and yes, it's NOW or never!
So happy your channel has grown since we last spoke and so proud of you!
Congratulations on everything you've accomplished thus far :)
Already started saving all your new videos that will help me in my process!
- Jess
Hey girl!! That’s awesome!!! Message me if you have any questions :)
@@BrittanylynnlewisThanks and will do!
25 shipping out in 3 days, wish me luck 🎲 joining the navy babyy. Big boat club ⚓ gl to everyone who is looking to join the military.
Lots of people enlist at a later age, not a thing wrong with that. Hope things work out for you in the AF, did you ever decide on a MOS?
You look GREAT!
Always looking for your purpose! Good video, i also had a similar experience in life and for the same reason i joined the Army at 29, to also find my purpose in life.
My first time watching you and I subscribed,I love this
24, wanted to be an interpreter for DoD but a lot of the abroad and immersion courses were cancelled because of covid my last year in uni. Next best option is getting privately certified which I have no idea will even be possible after 4 years of just private study and university teaching because there's a lot to learn. Or I can get certified in the Air Force, actually use my knowledge in the field, and get paid while doing so instead of juggling a job, girlfriend, and constant studying around.
Your cat in the back at 1:58 tripped me out. I thought it was a duck or goose.
i agree with it being ur decision. im in a similar situation where i felt the same about people making decision for me and finally doing something on my own
A very touching story. Good luck.
I’m in 10th grade and I plan on sending in an application to the Air Force Academy my junior year to become a pilot. Your videos are very entertaining and very inspiring, thank you so much < 3
I'm 26 and have thought about joining since I graduated high school in 2013. I've been happily married to my active duty husband and best friend for 5 years throughout his whole AF career. I always think about joining guard or reserves. I have suffered to find my purpose and meaning in life. Especially while being a spouse stationed overseas. I have no real career or job. I have tried but I fail. I have nothing for myself except for working on my bachelors degree, which I don't know if it will lead to a career. My self esteem is low I feel like a loser while I watch him succeed in life and I go no where. I want to join but suffer from anxiety since I was 12 I don't take meds for it but this is the main thing stoping me from joining. I don't know if I can join because of it or if it's a bad idea and I won't make it through bmt. Please help me with any advice. Thank you!
I am 26 and have been on the fence of joining since I graduated high school. It’s been a constant back and forth in my mind of „should I do this?“ and I debated on just doing Federal gov‘t work but I feel like with a military background you have a better chance at getting a civil service job afterwards. I currently work retail too after going into failed internships in the legal field and feel like I’m going nowhere with my life. Thanks for sharing your story, it’s inspiring me to at least speak with a recruiter which I’ve always been afraid of doing.
It's interesting to learn from a women's point of view on joining the US military because I've seen several videos on joining the military later in age, but from a man's point of view. Women have different experiences joining the military than men
Just stumbled upon your video. Outstanding that you’re finally getting around towards satisfying your quest. Now, the AF is okay among the other military services. Did you look into the U.S. Army? I ask because as a university graduate entering the Army with a bachelors degree, you would’ve enlisted as a E-4. Yup, you would’ve been a junior NCO. So, within your initial 4-year obligation, you would’ve expected to be a E-5 enroute towards E-6 w/o being in the infantry, armor, or air defense. Now, in difficult MOSs (i.e., intelligence analysis, crypto, cyberspace, cyber security, computers, defense analysis, chemical) fast promotions do happen. However, the service member should possess at least a graduate degree (i.e., MA, MS, MPH, MHA, MSIT) especially in a mission specific field. Next, there’s always frocking but the service member doesn’t even receive the pay-grade but only the chevrons. Therefore, I recommend that you search for a viable graduate degree program and let the dice roll. Word of advice...steer clear from for-profit universities because in the short-term they’re okay, but long term after ones military service, a graduate degree from this sort of university can be troublesome. Lastly, but importantly look for guys who are on your educational & SES levels for possible relationships. And marriages among teenager and just turned young adults are difficult in the military. Jealousy and sex on either spouse are some key factors that will impede these types of marriages.
Waooo... your way through life has not been easy, but from December 11 you will take a new path, an entrepreneurial future and I wish you everything goes well. And thanks for the video and clarify me your enter rank.
Thank you for watching!!
Good for you Brittany I'm a little older than you but I said the same thing but hey I'm about to do the same thing leaving to BMT in March.
You were a teacher, a retail manager and then in the air force?!
I feel like all the stuff that delayed you from getting into the air force in the first place actually makes you even more of a badass.
I mean, girl, your origin story is more muddled than the Joker's! 🤣
Fuckin' own it! ✊
1. Britty is litty.
2. Go Air Force.
I am an Air Force VietNam vet, my Daughter is also an Air Force Vet. You have to have a plan. My Daughter was extremely successful with her career. She put in her 6 years and is now currently working for the Air Force at the same base she was stationed at making substantially more. She went to College (Free) when she got out. Made good use of her Cyber Security degree. Scoring 60's on ASVAB doesn't leave you with many really good choices. My daughter scored in the 80's before she graduated from High School. But.......... I made her study the ASVAB for 6 months before taking the test. Like you should have done. Now..........my question to you is why the hell did you enlist versus going to Officers candidate school. You earned it. And you should be proud of your choices. It's not for everyone. Good Luck. 1st Lieutenant sounds much better than Sr. Airman. Good Luck.
Damn good story. Proud of ya ✊