Jackson: Let that be a lesson in parenting, tell a kid you can't have a rifle and he grows up to be a sniper…
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The marines. That was his chance; his chance to get away. His chance to make a man of himself. And as he sat across from the recruiter he couldn't help but be filled with anticipation.
"So tell me son, what area of the marines are you most interested in pursuing?"
Leroy kept seeing the image of that Winchester rifle mounted on the wall. "I'd like to be a sniper sir."
The older man was a bit taken aback. Most of the kids needed a few suggestions; but not this kid. And he couldn't help but admire that. "Any particular reason?"
Leroy contemplated his response for a moment. "No sir."
"Well alright then, let's get the paper work filled out. I can see you becoming an Officer someday son."
"Maybe one day sir, I just want to serve my country."
The recruiter put his hand out and Leroy took it firmly. "And you will."
And little did Leroy know just how much that last phrase would entail...