AFWAW,
Don't get down on yourself because of SMSgt...the Bronze Star will really help next year. Do you have your BS...I ask because I AM sure you have your Associate degree...correct? Have your sueprvisor put you in for a a quarterly/annual award and attend/participate in the Top III, and volunteer (school is best as the hours are better - haha). You have to study but if you really want it and do the things you need to do you will make it. Take a break on dealing with your wife for a few days...you deserve to enjoy yourself.

Take care

V/R