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@Mikey
I was in a similar situation a few years ago. I was out of college and didn't know what I wanted to do with my live and was looking for a career. I had already worked for an airline in baggage and really liked planes. My family kind of expected me to go Navy if I was going into the military since I would be a 3rd generation Naval Officer, but I get sea sick. :o
So, I went to apply to the Air Force as an officer (since I had a college degree), which usually takes about a year...well it took me two years. The war in Iraq was full swing at the time and all organization in the military was just a clusterfuck. At first they told me I was in, then I got rejected because of my eyesight (btw the physical you have to do is a big pain in the ass, it takes all day!), and then I was in, but not for a flying position. I also went through 3 recruiters and I had enough.
So then I checked into the Marine Corps. :D They were much more organized and actually a much nicer group of people. In the middle of testing the Air Force called me back and said I was in again and the whole circus started all over again and I'd had enough. I also met my future husband at this time and decided not to pursue a military career. I still think about it though.
If you decide to do this, just know that this is not an immediate fix, when you enlist it will still be several months before you are actually sent to boot camp. I know you wear glasses, if you eyesight is worse than -8.0 you will have problems getting in. Mine is at -7.5 and it created a huge mess.
Also, the Marine Corps is more hardcore, there's definitely more camaraderie and organization. The Air Force has better food and living quarters, but they tend to be a little more stuck up. The Army and the Navy I would not reccommend because in the Army you have to walk everywhere is every weather condition carrying a heavy pack. I've had friends in the Army and they hated that part. In the Navy you are stuck on a ship in very tiny quarters with 8 other guys. Not fun.
At any rate, I think it's a good idea and that you should go for it! Oh, one other thing: you can't have any tattoos above the base of your neck or below your wrists, they won't let you in. Basically in your full uniform, you can't have any tattoos showing.
Good Luck! :D
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