<p>Thanks for everyone’s help. I’ve lived by the Scout Oath and Law to the best of my ability and hope to continue to do so. </p>
<p>As for the physical side, for which I feel I might be lacking, I started doing pushups last February for a reason I still cannot remember. At the time I could only do 10 pushups at a time (I was pathetic), and slowly progressed to now where I can do 70 (fast, not holding on “up”) pushups at a time, at least 2 times a day, sometimes more.</p>
<p>I have several reasons for wanting to attend the US Air Force Academy. First is to serve my country “…to do my duty to God and my country…”. I have been thinking about joining some branch of the military for some time now, since about 9th grade I have been thinking seriously about it. Second is to try something new and challenging, as I am sure the Air Force Academy is by the accounts I’ve heard about it. Third is to make my parents proud, which I hope to have done so far in my life. </p>
<p>My parents have always given me motivation, will continue to motivate me, and will back me up on what I choose to do with my life. For this reason I think I’ve never had an “I want to join the Air Force” talk with my parents. If there is any way I think I can repay them for all they have done for me I hope to do it somehow.</p>