<p>BJ10MOM Benjo’s mom right? Well I couldn’t agree with you more about the Cadets who make time for this forum. They will always answer even the simplest questions asked by either Candidate or Parent. Take time to get personal and offer advice from their own experiences. Reach out to the underclassmen, and candidates. They respect the boundries of fraternization, and still offer encouragement. I know my duaghter has benefited greatly from their association, and she will be there for those that follow. That has been the unique thing about this forum as opposed to some of the others, reaching out to those that follow. Sorry Raimius, but as you said if someone had shown you the way 3 1/2 semesters of Recondo might have been avoided.
Anyone who has followed this forum knows that not everyone will get in, and not everyone will get through. Some will fall in BCT to injury, others during Ac year to the rigors of Academics, and as we have sorrowfully have seen still others to jsut not being able to avoid the traps of the Honor system. I can tell you this all happened to the CC candidates from 2011. In each case I know they had the support and strength of this community. </p>
<p>For the class of 2012 please pay heed to the advice given. These Cadets have been where you are going. When the troubles begin, and they will, don’t be afraid to ask for advice from your peers and upperclassmen here. They will be frank and honest. When you are looking for that candy or hamburger on 4th of July don’t be suprised to see Potter, Redhead, CDK, Falcons, Petko or the rest. When BCT is in full swing know you will probably be greeted by a scary Blue Beret wearing Cadre like G4C or worst yet Eagle, but if they hand you a cellphone don’t let that go to your head either. </p>
<p>All of these Cadets have made an effort to go beyond what the system calls on them to do. Each will give you the best advice they can. Your only obligation is to listen and decide if you will follow the advice.</p>