Would I be a fool to get out of the military?

[JohnnyHeck]

What does your wife think? This is the key. I was Navy nuclear power in the early 70's, and my nephew was AF Saudi Arabia mid 80's. In both our cases we were single during our military life. We both left with potential great careers ahead because we had no time for finding family. But you already have it. So if you are not adverse to your work and your wife can put up with the separation, then it would probably pay off handsomely for you. I have never met a veteran, man or woman, who at the age of 40 (Wall Street bankers excepted) who did not say: "You know I should have stayed in". The years go by so fast in hindsight. There is plenty of opportunity at 40 to begin a new civilian career. And you will have the finances to make the best choices. Good luck!