Recent content by Jerseymom

First of all, Spud sent me a lovely PM. Apology accepted. Secondly, I am not worried about what he is eating. Nor does my post indicate worry. I just wanted to know the military process of eating. (My DS went for one of the Appointee Days, and all the Cadets ate like "normal.) Then I...

I have "let him go," and actually, I let him go since he was a child. If he fell down, he got up. If he lost a game, I said that it happens. If he had a problem, he solved it. He also did chores for his whole life with NO ALLOWANCE! I was curious as to the military life. Is that wrong...

Why do the Basics eat "at attention," and what does this entail, exactly? Can they converse? When does eating at attention cease? How is the food, generally?

My DS is Guts, and I have no idea what flight. How do I get that information unless he tells me? We are not going out for A-Day, but we are attending PW. Any Guts parents attending A-Day and want to give a hug to our DS?!

I, too, was unsure about webguy, especially in the thread about prices increasing, etc. I purchased the one year plan, and will definitely be upgrading. I love webguy. I love his blogs. I love feeling connected to my cadet, DS-Guts. I love how webguy posts random facts and videos. I love...

I have a webguy question, too. Does webguy continue to upload pictures to squadrons, or post day 1, day 2, etc. it seems as if today's pictures were added to yesterday's photos. I found four of my DS. I would also love to know what Sunday schedule is during BCT.

Sneakers are provided, too, for Cadets? Just arrived in Colorado Springs! Woohoo!

Thanks! I have enjoyed your posts throughout our journey! Great information that manages to make me smile, or laugh. He is bringing a pair of ABU boots. Is your advice to: a. wear them to inprocessing, b. put them in bag, c. Leave them at home.

Should DS bring small duffel for underwear/t-shirts/toiletries, and will he have access to it? We heard at USAF luncheon that several Cadets went without underwear because they didn't have access to their luggage. Or is it recommended that EVERYTHING, including in-processing paperwork, be kept...

I think the online portal was efficient and far better than waiting for and relying on mail. No texts or email needed for reminders. Cadets should be checking for updates and taking responsibility and accountability regarding inprocessing. When there were issues, emails were sent out to...

My DS is being recognized for his appointment into the USAFA. His liaison officer is attending, which will be an honor in itself! I was contacted today by the person in charge of the program, wanting to know what to write. USAFA Scholarship? USAFA Appointment? Is there something official...

Senior Awards Night The liaison officer is presenting my DS with his offer of appointment at Senior Awards Night. I was contacted by the person in charge of the program, and she wanted to know what to write. Any suggestions? USAFA Appointment? Scholarship? Is there something official? Thanks!

For web guy pictures...if you have membership and happen to see a picture of your cadet, can these pictures be downloaded, or do you have to pay an additional fee?

Are Cadets allowed to have their cell phones after parents' weekend? I LOVE the gift ideas. Hate to be a "Mom," but what ski resort do Cadets frequent? Thanks for the help.

My DS ordered a pair of Wellco boots, and he is a size 10. We had to return and order a 9, which fit perfectly. Wellco recommends ordering half size down from your running shoes. (I found the link on this forum to Wellco boots.). Even if he is unable to use them for BCT, he has developed...