"THAT GUY", 22, CT, USA
I'm probably the last person anyone would have guessed would be in the military. I'm very openly gay and for me it has always been a point of pride to be able to own up to it and be myself. However, coming out of college, in an economy that didnt offer much, the Army stretched out its money-filled hand and it's been a match made in heaven ever since. I originally joined under the impression that I could just skate through and do something menial until the economy rebounded and I could get out; as chance would have it, though, the Army and I have found each other to be quite useful. Of course, given the policies, I cannot tell anyone my little secret, but those who have met me of higher ranks applaud the things that someone of my persuasion can bring to the table. For example, I found myself giving speeches to an audience of Generals, Doctors, Colonels, and Professors, because of everyone in the room, I have the most eloquent way of speaking and a talent for owning the stage ;-). Since my arrival I've found myself much outside the world in which the typical gay guy plays sidekick to the girlfriend and shops and goes to classy venues wearing shades two sizes too big. Now I am a man, very strong and independent in my own right. I've been challenged to do things I never thought I could accomplish and been thrust into leadership positions again and again because I have a talent for it which I never knew I had. The Army has awakened in me the best parts of what I have to offer, and in return, I'm willing to give 200 percent. Now, if only I could tell someone! Haha!
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