Take the time, homie. From the time my son was 3 weeks old until he was 1yr 4months old, I only saw him on weekends and holidays. We were working between 5 to 6 twelve hour days a week over the course of that time. He was asleep when I left for work at 5am and asleep when I got home at 7pm. I missed out on dang near the entire first year and a half of his life, because of work. I would gladly give the money back if I could get that time back with him.
Son your gonna be gone for over a year. You best enjoy the Heck outta the time you have with them, before you leave. At least I was able to watch him sleep after I got home.
Heck I'll make you a deal. You take the time off, and ill give you the 600 when you get back. Money ain't everything. Your gonna go fight for me, this country, and everyone on this board. It's the least I can do to, say thanks. Now get them boys out there and catch some fish, son.