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The journey has been long and hard.....with deep valleys and great highs and I felt sharing my thoughts might inspire those in the infant stage or further motivate those who are nearing the top of the mountain. My son graduated HS in 2009 with nearly everything he needed to earn his...

Hello Lynpar: I'll post a reply to your question(s) when I speak with my son. Just want to give an accurate response. This can only help others who may be faced with the same situation and make them realize the importance of choosing the correct major the 1st time around.

Thanks to all those who have replied. My son has no problem taking 5 years to graduate from Kings Point, but he wants to do so while there ALL 5 years. He does not want a break in the continuity by having to go back to civilian life in the form of a "setback" for any length of time. He would...

My son is a 4th Classman ( 2014) and began with his major being "ship's operation and technology" (shopper) or Deck.....with some engine courses. Two weeks after choosing this major he decides he would prefer "engine" and upon return from Thanksgiving leave he notifies the registrar's office...

I accidently "tossed" my son's photo proofs out with the recyclables. Can anyone PM me with the photographer's name or number so I can redeem myself ? Thanks!

Small matter.....I received photo proofs of my son in the mail (Class 2014) this past week and "tossed" them in with the recyclables my mistake. Can anyone PM me with a contact number of the photographer so I can redeem myself. Thanks.

Hello: I wanted to ask you a question.....If I wanted to drop off a care package for my son and his platoon rather than mail it #1. Can this be done? #2. Where would I deliver it with the best liklihood of it NOT getting lost? I live about an hour away and this box will probably weigh 30 pounds...

1st Phone call Just received that call. My son is in the 101 and for some reason......somehow......to the bewilderment of his family.......he sounds better on the phone now than when he was at home or on vacation! Man, I think he's lov'n this stuff. :thumb: In keeping with the "team" attitude I...

Bailing Out????? Whoa.......Let's take a deep breath here...ok, now exhale. I caution everyone about making any assumptions about plebe candidates dropping out based on a live feed. The lack of one's prescence on the grinder can be attributed to any number of reasons and I for one don't want to...

Parents Weekend Ok......I wouldn't ask this early, but at INDOC at one of the Parents Association tables I received a letter from the Office of the Commandant dated July, 2010 that states plebes are not required to return to the Academy grounds until 1800 hours on Sunday. The Regimental...

Tutoring At MMA In response to "noworries" suggestion of using "tutor.com/military-programs" I found out the following: The categories for registration were ....Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marines. To me it sounded like a useful alternative to those in need of one-on-one tutoring. When I...

Leaving MMA If I may offer some advice thru example.....in 1974 as a high school freshman I chose to try out for the football team. Now, coming out of a catholic grammar school I was ill-prepared for the discipline and rigoress practices that lay ahead. I lasted until summer double sessions...

All Helpful Advice Thanks for all the feedback. That's why I think this forum is so valuable a tool. Knowing what to expect and the many hurdles yet to be faced at least offers some chance at having a plan. My son has been reading the many posts and I'm going to encourage him to continue to do...

My thoughts outlined here are meant as a form of encouragement to others as well as a show appreciation for all those who have contributed to this forum and helped my son in his quest. Ten days ago my son received his LOA from the US Merchant Marine Academy with an appointment...