Hey Everyone,
Time is flying by now for us as well as Trent! He is nearing the end of this tumultuous journey at last! On the letter front there isn't a lot to report. Mainly because he was up at Camp Pendleton and they were limited on how much they could write. Since my last post, I've received only one more letter.
He is actively preparing for the Crucible next week. This 54 hour requirement is the culmination of all the work, skill and knowledge the recruits have acquired over the last 11 weeks. It is their final test as recruits and when they finish at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 30, 2016 they will be awarded with their title as Marine. More on that in the next post.
Okay, so I started this post on Tuesday, June 21 and it is now Sunday June 26. Since that time, I have not received any additional letters but I did get a brief phone call on the evening of June 21!
The last letter I received was date 06/05/16 or has he writes it, 20160605. He writes, another Sunday at Camp Pendleton but on this day they are leaving as Phase three recruits. He expressed frustration is still prevalent with the platoon. He said Field Week was pretty fun, stressful and tough but still fun. He mentioned again about the "kids" that just don't care and constantly make mistakes. He noted they've been called the Booger Platoon and/or Garbage Platoon for over a month. He expressed his frustration with this because it's mainly a maturity issue.
He went on to say he can't believe how close the Crucible is and how close it is until graduation. Sounds like he is excited about getting fitted for his uniforms and finalizing travel arrangements. He also said he will find out more about his MOS (Military Occupational Specialty) and if his will get changed when they get back. Then he just talked about details when he gets home, etc. Ended with "Gotta Go and Love you!"
I can't believe it just over a week we will be in San Diego and I will be able to hug him and see his face once again! I'm beaming with pride and cannot believe I am soon to the Mom of a Marine (MoM)!!
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