text: have you been in the armed forces?  i am thinking of joining, but i don't want to.  what should i do? i want to move, but i'm short on funds.  i just turned 24(yikes) and i have to do something now.  if you have or haven't been in the army, i'd like to hear some perspectives....... i'm currently in the air force stationed at ramstein air base in germany. you must seriously consider all of your options before you make a decision to enter the military.  first off, what are you interested in? i, for example, was interested in computers, so i got into the computer field. i'm actually learning network security which is one of the most interesting things i have ever learned about. my point is, find something that you like doing and see what options the military has for you in that field.  it's also important to find out what branch of the service you want to go in. the air force is known to be a little more relaxed and have jobs that don't require too much stress upon you. we are just as important as any other troop out there, only most of us are safe behind our desks. =p  just from what you have said, the military sounds like a good option for you, but don't just take my word for it. you say that you want to move around... well, heck... i'm in freakin' germany right now and i'm having the time of my life! i've traveled to more countries in the past two years than any of my friends have in their entire lives combined. short on funds? military pay is known to be pretty weak, but the benefits are endless. they'll pay for college, housing, food, medical, dental... the works. even if you don't plan on making the military a career, it'll definitely help push you in the right direction.  i hope i helped and good luck to you. if you'd like more information, feel free to contact me via e-mail.