the military is not good for families. check the divorce rates and you'll see it's way over the national average. there are other alternatives to that extreme answer for your probs but most definitely you need to move out of your dad's house. i assume you went to an 'itt-type' school and you're certified in something like an electronic tech? you might want to check out las vegas...tech's of all fields are badly needed here and the pay scale is very good, not far off of cal's but a cheaper cost of living...especially in the out-lying counties. if you're into construction for a bit while you get on your feet there are many jobs open right here in my little town about 100 miles outside of vegas (much cooler up here too!) and there is housing and excellent schools a short walk from any part of town. whatever you do, think about it a while longer...the military is about as extreme of a solution as i can think of for just about anyone here!

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