The context of the following conversation is Jordan is a member of the marines and was on tour, but has returned back home.:
Jordan says I signed up for the Marines and shipped out last year..
The friend responds You were gone a long time..
Jordan responds I was on tour of the Pacific..
The friend responds It is good to see you home..
Jordan responds I have returned home for a short leave but am shipping out again soon..
The friend responds I guess that is the life of a soldier..