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I've been doing this for over 20 years now and am embarrassed to state that this year I won't be doing it. I could start but I will be on vacation for much of BCT 1 and 2 and thus incommunicado. The concept is for supporters of the new Doolies to write to them during BCT providing support and...

Well, it's that time again....just before BCT and this "stranger" has contributed to Doolies for the past 20+ years in writing to those that want some "encouragement" and "positivity" during BCT. The deal? If you are an appointee about to step into the Long Blue Line on June 23rd and want some...

The below was copied and edited..... Take BCT one day at a time. Don't think about how many days/weeks until BCT is over, rather stay in the present moment and think about how many hours/minutes until lights out each night. Do not make ANY big decisions during BCT, especially about quitting...

Well, it's that time again....just before BCT and this "stranger" has contributed to Doolies for the past 20 years in writing to those that want some "encouragement" and "positivity" during BCT. The deal? If you are an appointee about to step into the Long Blue Line on June 24th and want some...

Well, it's that time again. Another 5 weeks to the beginning of BCT. Can you feel the excitement in the air? it's time to welcome 2024. To all the new Basics to be: I am willing to write letters to you during BCT that offer words of encouragement and a bit of humor (depending on your level of...

I have volunteered for over 20 years now writing to any basic during BCT who would like some positive quotes, encouragement etc. I have NO affiliation with USAFA. Strange as it seems I just like writing letters of encouragement. If you want to be on the "list" PM your name and USAFA box...

Well, it's that time again. Another 4 weeks to the beginning of BCT. Can you feel the excitement in the air? 2019 is graduating later this week and it's time to welcome 2023. To all the new Basics to be: I am willing to write letters to you during BCT that offer words of encouragement and a bit...

Well, it's that time again. Another 4 weeks to the beginning of BCT. Can you feel the excitement in the air? 2019 is graduating later this week and it's time to welcome 2023. To all the new Basics to be: I am willing to write letters to you during BCT that offer words of encouragement and a bit...

Well, it's that time again. Another 4 weeks to the beginning of BCT. Can you feel the excitement in the air? 2018 just graduated and now it's time to welcome 2022. To all the new Basics to be: I am willing to write letters to you during BCT that offer words of encouragement and a bit of humor...

Well, it's that time again. Another 5 weeks to the beginning of BCT. Can you feel the excitement in the air? 2017 just graduated and now it's time to welcome 2021. To all the new Basics to be: I am willing to write letters to you during BCT that offer words of encouragement and a bit of...

2020....YOU'VE GOT VISION!!! Hahaha...I'm wondering what the 2020 motto will be. Don't give up. One minute at a time. Remember what you HAVE done and that you have and can over come set backs Find the fun; it's there. Listen and DO. Don't give up. It's up to you....Mastery or mediocrity...

Last week before BCT.....besides working out and getting in shape what are you all Basics to be doing??????

Last year (well it had been awhile but I had done it too for classes, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 too), I volunteered to write a few basics during BCT to offer humor and support. It was fun and I got to know a few young people (I'm not that old!). If any basic (I usually pick girls but who knows...

5 more days...... Who left home already? Who's leaving tomorrow? Monday? Tuesday? Wednesday? Who has quotes memorized already? 7 basic responses? Who will screw up sir/ma'm?

I seem to recall that several Basics last year and/or perhaps the years before organized a Dinner at a local restaurant the night before IP day. You might want to try that to get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere without parents. Just a thought.

Hmmm. Probably sounds a bit weird but here goes.... I am not a parent. I am not a former cadet. I have no affiliation with the USAFA. About 16 years ago, I met a young man 1 week before he left for BCT. Soon after and for about 5-6 years, every year I found a young person and sort of...

I just wanted to post and shout out a Congratulations to all those who have accepted their appointment to the USAFA. You are young and about to experience something that only a select few get chosen for. Feel proud. DO NOT EVER GIVE UP no matter who tough you think. Your MIND is your best...

Good luck to the incoming Class of 2018. Always remember that your mind is your strongest asset!

Good luck to the incoming Class of 2018 to USMA (West Point). Work hard, and always remember that the mind is your strongest asset!

Congratulations to the incoming Class of 2018. You are in for quite a ride and I'm sure you will be strong and unite and do your best to succeed. That's all life ever really wants from you. Know that there will be family, friends and loved ones thinking about you and cheering you on in...