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Can anyone tell me what, if any, cold weather items the cadets are issued? Do they provide them with warmer socks, thermal underwear, hats, gloves, etc? I am asking because I need to know what I should send to my DS, to wear during cold football games, outdoor activities, or if he goes on ski...

I have a few questions for those of you that have had a child go through BCT. Question #1: Is it common for their letters home to not be happy? Is it normal for them to vent about the training? I guess I didn't expect a "hey mom...this is awesome, I love getting yelled and and getting no...

Hello all....I was wondering if anyone has tried sending pictures via the "write2them" service? I know we aren't allowed to send real photographs with a letter, but since signing up with "write2them", It looks like we can attach pic into the email. Would this get our DS in trouble, or is it ok...

1. Why is it impossible to find all white boxer briefs that don't look like a diaper? 2. What is the best thing to use to write the cadet number inside of the shirts/underwear? Seems a sharpie would wash out eventually. 3. What is the best way to carry all required items when arriving...

Does anyone have suggestions on what to include in letters, other than the I love you's and words of encouragement? I want to send my son mail as much as possible during BCT, but I don't want to be redundant and boring. Not much exciting happens at home to write about..I want for him to have...

Apologies for a question that I'm sure everyone know the answer to but me......My son was supposed to find out his status by Jan. 15, but he was deferred to the later notification period. We arent sure why....we are starting to feel a little discouraged. Can anyone please tell me HOW he would...