Summer of 2007 some enterprising 4/c escaped the friendly confines during sports period, took a stash of civvies and cash his varsity sports team had locked away for him and hopped a bus home to NC. There are easier ways to escape. "Wimp chit" is not a part of the USNA vernacular. We used to refer to the chit owner as a "chit surfer." They were not viewed in a positive light if it was obvious that the chit was just a crutch to be lazy. As far as controlling your emotions, I had several cry for varying reasons. One almost urinated on me while I was attempting to do a crossword puzzle. Your children are going through an amazing experience, though. It is funny, sad, transformational and definitely unforgettable. Best of luck to them.