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I can't believe it's been 4 years since our son went to MCRDSD to start his journey towards becoming a Marine. He overcame some obstacles along the way and his perseverance has made him a stronger...

I think the better question is, should you send your son his training matrix? The answer is no. His DI will most certainly not appreciate it. Don't give his DI any excuse to single out your son. ...

When our son signed up he was 17, back in the summer of 2011. My wife and I had to sign his "permission slip". Like your son ours wanted to join the Marines more than anything else. He was also...

You are technically correct Rocky. Also another fun fact about the series: there is a color in every one of the titles in the TM series. But you probably already knew that. Do you know if any of...

Hanline, wow you really are a fan. No I'm not a PI but have always loved John D. MacDonald books. The Travis McGee series of course were my favorites. I have to be honest, I use this username on a...

I haven't been here for awhile and I wanted to give an update on my son. As many of you know he had a rough time during his first year as a Marine. As a result I came here looking for answers and I...

Below is a link to the "Defense One" website's analysis of the current state of defense. It is an interesting, informative and sobering outlook at the readiness of US combat forces. I wish I could...

Thanks for the great pics. My son will be heading there sometime early next year.

Cheers,

travis

mcfam, has your son taken the ASVAB test yet? His score plays a major role in what his final MOS will be. A recruit does not get to pick his/her MOS. Depending on their score they can chose an...

Excellent, congrats to your son. And thanks for sharing your journey from regular parent to "Proud Parent of a U.S. Marine". It is a very special group.

Yes thanks to Lisa as well. No disrespect intended.

Thanks guys.

My son will be heading to Afghanistan early next year as part of the troop draw-down scheduled to begin in 2014. My question is what type of training will he be going through in the next 2 months. ...

Our son graduated from MCRDSD 2 years ago. We live in Minnesota and as Tennessee Top has mentioned you will receive a graduation packet. The graduation ceremony is well organized for visiting...

Welcome Linda this is a good place to start. You will find answers to most of your questions here. And if no one here has an answer they can steer you in the right direction. You should also check...

Thanks for the responses. My son seems to be enjoying it so far. I will get a chance to get more details from him this coming week, he will be home on leave.

Cheers

I have some questions regarding your son's contact with a recruiter prior to this incident. Does he have a recruiter? Is he in the Delayed Entry Program? Has he been going to his recruiting...

Great post AAHMarineDad. I see the mother of our Marine and am humbled by her strength, love, and dedication. I am doubly blessed.

First off congrats to your son. Second, don't forget the Kleenex for graduation. And lastly be prepared for a cocktail of emotions that you have never experienced before, all positive. For me,...

Sad day for the USMC. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families. My gratitude goes out to the fallen.

He is doing great. He is currently stationed at the Marine Corps Air Station at Cherry Point, NC. Thanks for asking and good luck to your son.

We still have our son's call saved on our answering machine. And that was from August 2011. He was also at MCRDSD, Mike Co.

I am curious if there are any parents who have Marines stationed at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point NC. My son was just stationed there as part of the Marine Wing Support Squadron 274,...

Amen Quincy. I never get tired of hearing stories from graduation day. I know for me it was a cocktail of emotions that I had never experienced before. Pride, excitement, and above all admiration...

Congratulations Mlrtime to you and your son. He is obviously an outstanding young man. As to your question about a promotion. I don't know if you can graduate boot as a Lance Corporal (E3). My...