Spot on. Go into the military for ONE reason only - because you love your country and you're willing to serve in whatever facet the government puts you in. If you want to build time for the majors, or increase your QOL - you're going in for all the wrong reasons.

Every since I could walk (or waddle) I wanted to be a fighter pilot and I did everything in my power to make that happen - i.e. good grades in high school, going to the Air Force Academy, etc. etc. However, above all I wanted to serve my country and I was OK with the fact I may not get a pilot training slot or even after pilot training a fighter cockpit. If you're cool with that, then no matter what happens - you'll be happy in any job in the military. And BTW - serving your country is EXTREMELY rewarding and self gratifying. I can honestly say that (with the minor bullsh*t aside) I've wholeheartedly enjoyed the last 8 + years of my life.