I had a very ordinary childhood, no major dramas, traumas or abuse and certainly nothing to fill a book. Then my childhood dream of becoming a soldier became reality. If anyone had told me, what I ...view moreI had a very ordinary childhood, no major dramas, traumas or abuse and certainly nothing to fill a book. Then my childhood dream of becoming a soldier became reality. If anyone had told me, what I would go through I would never have believed them or joined up. I am not alone in my experiences but when put all together they shaped and developed me in to the person I am today. Looking back, if I could do it all again, I would, and I would volunteer all over again. Since leaving the forces, I have found it very difficult to settle in employment and have three broken marriages. I do not blame the army but it has to be said, my time served moulded me in to the person I am. Would I change anything? Well if I said yes, then I would not have encountered all the wonderful people I have in my civilian life, but mostly I may not have the beautiful children, stepchildren and grandson that I have. view less