Well, you’re going to have those that find an easy way out, not matter WHAT situation you’re in. Nothing separates the women from the girls like combat. The world needs Cannon Fodder, too.
I waited until I was out of the Army to start my family. I loved Army Life too much to bother with kids, then. None of my inner circle of gal pals had kids, either. We were too busy rising through the ranks. My female BFFs to this day are a Major and a Chief Warrant Officer. We’ve been through a LOT, together.
All worth it. :)
Diana, you sound awesome! I don’t think every woman is suitable for combat. I don’t think they should drop the bar so girls who want to play DOOM can get in. Keep the bar high; if women can get in, they are the elite who can serve this nation’s military. I will be content — proud — to serve here at my home, raising my kids with Christian values and a clear understanding of what it takes to keep a free nation free (and how it’s slipping away from us). And I’ll just play DOOM on my home computer.
On one hand, I’m proud of your enthusiasm and your service. On the other hand, I’m slightly annoyed that you’d even kid us about women being in combat units.
You have to know that combat is no place for social experiments.