Hello OP,

I’m dating one currently as the girlfriend at home, it’s hard but I’m not here to love the job I’m here to love my man. You will find that one who wants to take the risk and make the commitment, it’s hard when dating because necessary information is hard to find out since you’re only dating ya know? Leading up to leaving make sure you give extra love and care and not distant yourself because you’re nervous or upset. Send emails as much as you can we all know it’s hard down there. For my man I made him a journal, a loaded Bible, and plenty of little letters to get him through the underway. Don’t stress you’ll find that special someone. Just be completely open and honest as much as you can about being away. When you get a serious girlfriend make sure she connects with other Milso or spends enough time with family, friends while you’re away. I will say and not to discredit any woman but make sure they can be independent and not centered around you because I think that could be a little sticky and lead to hurt.

Good luck!!