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Old 03-08-2011, 14:49   #4
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"I think a big issue, or something a lot of couples have to work through is the fact that at any time we can get that phone call ... you're deploying again, or for me, here's some orders, you're moving to another state," Schobey said. "Then, you're uprooting your entire family and you're moving. Your spouse is expected to be supporting you, but that's not always the case, obviously. For two times now, that's not the case for me."

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Oh FFS! Grow the f$%k up! Honestly! You want equality? You want combat jobs? Welcome to the other side of the coin. I'm sorry your recruiter didn't explain to you all of the unintended consequences of your choice to marry. Doesn't matter if the Soldier in question is male or female, the Army expects to come first...and it will.
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