Do you think your military service has made you a better, or worse parent, compared to those that have not served?

I think my military service made me a better person. I think being a better person made me a better parent.

I can't rightly say that my serving has made me a better or worse parent by comparison. I just try to do what's right by my kids and for my kids as best I can. I mean, that's all any of us can do, really. Although we do find shitbirds both in and out of the Service that are parents. We also find people that are great parents both in and out. It all boils down to the individual.

It's too general of a question for me. Personally I think my service has made me a better person and in turn a better parent but I don't think that can be said for everyone. Just like I don't think all Veterans of the Military are heroes or good people by default because they served. I know plenty of Veterans who sucked when they were in, suck now as a Veteran and suck as a parent. I also know civilians who are excellent people and excellent parents. It is on the individual.