In this week's podcast episode, I talk to new Spouse Lara about what it’s like to still be in Highschool while navigating Defence Life.
Lara and I also talk about;
- The purpose and direction the ADF has given her boyfriend
- Why a troubled childhood led her partner to consider the Army
- Being under 18 and why their relationship isn’t yet recognised
- The shift from living together to long-distance with minimal communication
- The bond her partner has with her parents and the impact of separation
- Having a brother in the Army and the invaluable info & advice he has offered
- Thoughts on moving from her home town of 2000 people
- The opportunities the ADF will provide for Lara & her partner
- Her plans to join the Army Reserves while hopefully studying law
- Managing the judgement and opinions of others when it comes to age
- What it was like when her partner was away at training at Kapooka vs Singleton
- Finding support online and her reservations about connecting in person
- Waiting on news of their first posting location and where they hope to move
- The excitement to be back with her partner & start a life together
- Being open to change and preparing for what their relationship might now be like
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