I was not thrilled when DS got his first choice of Marine Aviation. Regardless, it’s not my choice or path, it’s his. My father was a Navy pilot, USNA class of 61’ and was killed in Vietnam, so you can see my reluctance. Every day I am so proud of DS.
Kindly remind me the best way to pass along DS’s uniforms? Is Navy Marine Corps thrift shop the only place? My 2ndLt is heading to Pensacola and we want to ensure his Navy gear is put to good use. We are close to Annapolis. Thanks.
Curious about the numbers for Maine Corps pilot. How competitive compared to Navy pilot and what do they look for in a mid who selects Marine Corps pilot ? I see the Marine Corps takes fewer pilots - guess I’m for looking for an idea as to why a Mid would choose Marine over Navy. Thanks.
Speaking of football.....Army Navy 2021 tickets are on sale. I was able to buy two. My DS sent me a link, but for some reason I can't cut and paste it here.
An Apple watch was a hit for my DS. It proved to be quite useful for crew training and workouts and just about anything else his iPhone can do, without the phone.
DS's report time last June was 0700 and we live in DC. We ended up getting an inexpensive room at the Red Roof Inn on Riva Rd the night before. It made for a relatively non-stressful morning with breakfast at Panera and a short car ride to the Yard. Plenty of public parking was available at the...