Michelle

Okay, I'm considering joining the Air Force to become a linguist. I'm just wanting some advice, questions answered, and specific details. I'll begin by giving you some personal details.

I'm 5'9" and weigh 129 lbs. Drs are always saying I'm "too skinny" or "bordeline" for BMI even though I eat well. Is there a minium weight/BMI required?

I took 4 yrs of French elementary-middle school, and 5 yrs of Spanish middle school-high school. I tested out of 3 yrs of college Spanish. My French is pretty rusty, but I'm fairly proficient in all areas of Spanish language. As a child, I spoke Farsi and Chinese as a young child. I don't really remember any of it. (I never used it again after moving out of the majority immigrant neighborhoods.) I love languages and learning about cultures and seem to catch on much more quickly in this department than my peers. My question on this is: Should I choose one of these languages or will the AF choose it for me? If I can choose, which one would deploy me the least? (I have a baby.)

Is age a factor in selection of linguists? I'm 21.

How often are linguists deployed? Can my boyfriend and baby live with me after basic?

If we get married, is it best to do it before or after basic?

What if we both want to join active, him going into fire protection most likely? What will happen to our baby? Do they just send us to basic at different times?

On physical fitness: Grandma, grandpa, & brother are all Marines-good genetics there. Was in Athletics in high school. Just tried doing sit-ups. Easily did 40. Is AF basic really strenuous w/ the recent changes? Just had a classical c-section 3 months ago. Waiting period after c-section? Any special exercise/diet I should do before basic?

Any specific advice on me being a female in the AF?

I know. I asked a BUNCH of questions, but I want to be sure before I even talk to a recruiter. In high school, I talked to a USMC recruiter and told him a little about myself, and he would not leave me alone for a whole year even after I said I had changed my mind.

Thank you! Gracias! Merci!