I Made my Decision!

CadetTino
Tue, 21 Mar 2006 22:02:24 +0000

You needn’t worry about getting too much stuff. You’ll get your boondockers (boots) issued to you along with a plenty of other things. Honestly, walking into your room on R-day is like a mini-Christmas. You’ve got a veritable mountain of new stuff to sort, fold, label (EVERYTHING has to have your name on it), and properly stow.

A lot of the first two weeks of swab summer, in between trainings, is spent getting your issued clothing. And believe me, except for possibly a cell phone and sunglasses, if they don’t give it to you in swab summer you’re not going to need it on Eagle. Also, if you need it on Eagle you’ll defiantly get it during swab summer.

I’d say ask your parents to come. I know my parents really appreciated having that last moment, and all the other parents around and the informative and busy schedules helps them cope with losing their dd or ds. As far as the Academy is concerned it’s as much for them as it is for you. Trust me though, you’ll still be getting plenty of attention…

As for your brother, I’m sure it would be totally awesome. My twin certainly would never want to come, but all the siblings here love having a family member around. Plus he’ll appreciate your car when you’re a firstie.