Carl Vinson

There have been a lot of thoughts swirling in my mind lately. I think about school, work, friends, Josh, and just life in general. Being so close to becoming an actual adult is scary. I don't have adult skills yet. So knowing that in a couple years I'll be out of college is kind of intimidating.
Another thing in my brain is the current political climate. The entire world seems to be on edge just waiting for something to happen. All it takes is a spark and the whole thing goes up in flames. My mom wants my brother to learn Korean in case something crazy happens down line. She wants him to be able to work as a possible translator instead of a grunt sent out to die. Some say it's paranoia, but I can't help but see it too. I'd rather be over prepared than under prepared. I've been thinking about it a lot for myself as well. Growing up, my mom always told me how her father and his brothers all fought in the wars going on because they owed this country their lives. I'm only a 2nd and 3rd generation immigrant, so I've heard straight from my grandfather's mouth how America gave him a new life. It helped both sides of my family to proper and grow. They were given the opportunity to live the American dream, and for that they were eternally grateful. I was raised under those same beliefs that you owe your country service if it needs you. Most families here in the States can't tell you a story about their family immigrating here. Millions and millions of people have been here for generation upon generation. That value of hardship is lost for most, but I still have it. I have the stories and pictures and documents fresh in my mind. If my country needs me, I volunteer. Josh doesn't like the idea at all, which is understandable. I'm praying nothing terrible happens, but no amount of praying can stop the inevitable. While watching the news every night, I think about Leo. He's still in school, but I'm sure if they desperately needed bodies he'd be called up. I worry for him when I see things getting tense overseas. I watch the news almost every night and always stay as informed as possible. I don't want Leo deployed. I'm worried about him for the personal reasons of course, but the military tension doesn't help. The entire world is on edge, and I can't help but have that weigh on my shoulders.