I went into the military after high school to learn a trade, since I really didn't know what I wanted to do, other than leave the area and travel and, most importantly, since I didn't have much money, the military allowed me to save money and qualify for the GI Bill, which paid for my college education when I was done with my four years of service. I learned a great deal of trades and skills. I traveled the world and I ended up going to college 100 percent paid for by the GI Bill. It was the best decision I could have ever made.