Military Home Analysis

(1) What is a home? (2) A state? (3) A small town within that state? (4) The majority of people would answer those questions with no hesitation. (5) They can also probably tell you the friends they grew up with, their third grade teacher, and their neighbors whom they have known since the day they came into this world. (6) However, growing up in a military family, I have no definition of “home”. (7) As a military child, I have experienced significant hardships as well as advantages over civilian kids. (8) My mother was deployed for three of my birthdays, as well as several other important holidays, however, I understood it was her job. (9) Growing up in a military community, I had to be capable of leaving friends every few years, and then move to an entirely different atmosphere. (10) I became flexible at a very young age, learning that life is always changing and never stagnant.
(12) My mother worked at the hospital on the Army base. (13) Often while visiting her, I saw the hustle and bustle of ER doctors and nurses, and since then I have always felt comfortable in that environment. (14) Specifically, an environment that encouraged helping others. (15) I often volunteered with the hospital's family readiness group, aiding in Christmas parties and Halloween events for families of military sponsors. (16) My school even participated in donations and drives to deployed soldiers. (17) The lifestyle I grew up in naturally urged me to follow a medical career. (18) I found happiness in helping others, and making sure everyone was comfortable in their