^ Ditto for DD's feeling about the Academy.
Terrific extended weekend with DD, but very busy. We had hoped to allow DD time to "catch up on sleep", but with all the family and friends that came along, she didn't have much opportunity, she just kept going and going like the energizer bunny.
She was taking everything in stride and it was extremely evident to all of us that DD was where she wanted to be and belonged. One of the many things that keeps her going is looking forward to, believe it or not, being a Cadre during BCT, with the caveat that all the cadets (from Firsties to Doolies) in her squadron say "if we make it". This phrase seems more meant to encourage than discourage the cadets -- must be an inside joke.
Touring Jack's Valley was enlightening for her friends and uncle, and helped us fill in the gaps for the WebGuy photos of what she really accomplished during those 10 days. You could see her sense of pride as she described each obstacle, course, or challenge.
Unfortunately, it all had to come to an end, but I think DD was "relieved" to get back to only being responsible for herself, to some extent, and not trying to "herd a bunch of cats" around (her dozen friends and relatives). Her older sister had the hardest time saying "good-bye", breaking her bearing severely Monday evening.