Recent content by MedB

Yeah... because being recruited for sports teams happens in the enlisted world, as do "thundergate events", alumni fund raising, a variety of boondoggles for clubs/teams/activities, and dozens of other traditional college-centric activities for parents and cadets. Sheesh. Really? If you...

To piggyback on Mike's point... Things have certainly gotten better, and our situation was unique due to Dad's particular role. But during one period growing up as a Navy brat we moved 13 times in just over 6 years. Yes, every 6 months. Not kidding. But the point is that when people talk...

Congrats to all of you!

They had an amazing tournament! If you want to see how a center back pairing should work (women OR men), just look at Sauerbrunn and Johnston. Wow. Taking nothing away from Hope Solo, these two were the reason she came so close to the shutout record. The goals in the final were great of...

We sent ours off with a small Write-in-the Rain spiral pad and Space Pen they could keep with them all the time. Notes, dates, reminders, schedules, journaling.....

Interesting idea, Pima. To take it a step further... If the focus on early prep (ie classes and activities from X to Y grades) was clearly stated and moderated, it could certainly be pretty valuable for folks. Just might want to make sure it doesn't go sideways into the ridiculous... I'm 13...

AAUUPPAA, Just a note that duplicate posts are generally not encouraged here. That being said, important and appropriate question with some good answers on both threads. Hope they help and good luck!

aauuppaa, One more thought for you.... Remember that the SA's and many MOCs look quite favorably on re-applicants. It shows the kind of determination and drive that are necessary to thrive in that environment. Note: State dependent of course, but I know of at least senior MOC that...

Mom of: USMA SLE 2015 Session 1 (Respectfully declined) USAFASS 2015 Session 1 NASS 2015 Session 1 (Respectfully declined) USAFA c/0 2020 Hopeful Gballer, According to your signature it seems as if your DD has had plenty of opportunities to be exposed to SAs. Most young people don't get one...

To the OP, time for some "tough love"... First, kudos to you for raising a young person that has both the capability and desire to attend a SA/ROTC and serve as an officer. And further, kudos for having the courage to reach outside of your own knowledge/comfort zone to try and make peace with...

I know it' a bit off the Concealed Carry thread topic, but something like this thought above is what I always wondered about.... Why don't the SA's and SMCs that have them, consider provisions for having students keep personal weapons locked up at the CATM range?

Couple of tips from parents that sent both a son and daughter to BCT... Don't worry about being "boring". Basics will hang on every word and will be interested in the littlest/most mundane things from home. Trust this. Your day at work, the relatives, the appliance that broke, argument with...

Embassy Suites on just off Woodman is good deal. We stay there for Parents Weekends as there is more room to stretch out and we can prepare/eat a light meal in the room so cadets can be out of uniform to eat. Pretty good buffet breakfast every day and (for mom and dad) they have free well drinks...

The quote from the father.... "She went to take care of Alex, and I'm here to take care of Peter," Jose told The Gazette. "That's something I have to take very seriously." Heartbreaking on every level. My prayers to their family; here and there.

Hmmm... We definitely had addresses pre-Iday for both of ours. I swear the cadets were notified of what their address would be via standard paperwork/packet. It was important for our family that they had mail already waiting for them at their first mail call.