Haiti: This is why I serve
February 26th, 2010
I'm often asked why I choose to be in the Air Force.
Some people ask to start up a conversation, others to be polite, and some genuinely wonder what compels Airmen to swear to support and defend the Constitution, put themselves in harm's way and deploy far from home.
Most people who ask are looking for a one-word answer. They expect you'll simply say adventure or flying, travel, education or some other military benefit.
Usually, after about 20 seconds of explanation their eyes turn glossy as you struggle to capture the essence of what you do and why you do it, all without using military jargon.
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Some people ask to start up a conversation, others to be polite, and some genuinely wonder what compels Airmen to swear to support and defend the Constitution, put themselves in harm's way and deploy far from home.
Most people who ask are looking for a one-word answer. They expect you'll simply say adventure or flying, travel, education or some other military benefit.
Usually, after about 20 seconds of explanation their eyes turn glossy as you struggle to capture the essence of what you do and why you do it, all without using military jargon.
more...