I finally decided to break the news to my mother of my decision to join the military. Problem was, i didnt exactly think out how to approach the conversation. Let's just say that my approach wasn't exactly the greatest, and it did something along the lines of make her heart drop. It started out like this
"Mom, I need to talk to you about something"
    Now keep in mind that my mom has two children, only teenage girls. I'm sure you can imagine the first thought that ran through her head when I spoke those words. Immediately after letting those words out of my mouth, I knew I had given off a bad signal. Her eyes grew wide and her lips barely opended enough to let the slightest noise out. With a leap of enthusiasm I assured her that I wasn't pregnant.
   After we were a little further into our conversation, I came to realize that news of a grandaughter might have suited her better. Although she was supportive and respected my decision, she let me know that it wasn't her first choice, but as long as i was happy, so was she.