Supporting Your Son or Daughter
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>> HANK ROBERTS: One of the things that struck me when I went and talked to a recruiter as a young man was that he said that, "Wherever you go as long as you live, any time you see a Marine, you're with family." A Marine is family. You don't care where he came from, you don't care what color he is, you don't care what his first language was; he’s a Marine, he’s your brother. >> MAJ. JASON SMITH: As a Marine, you've got an entire unit. You've got an entire Corps with the same set of selfless values, whose only job it is, is to look out for your son--your son's welfare. >> SGT. DARYL McNATT: They will take the time to show you everything that you need to know and help you get to where you need to be. It's just a great team. It's like an all-star team, an elite force. >> MAJ. JASON SMITH: We're going to ask your son to do dangerous things. We're going to ask him to do difficult things. But we're there to help him. At the end of the day, we're there to make sure that he is successful. Nowhere else are you going to have that wide a variety of people that are all going to be able to work together, look out for each other, support each other and make each other successful. >> MADONNA SINGLETON: They really do watch out for each other. They watch each other's back. >> BGEN. GERALD MILLER: The relationship, I think particularly in the Marine Corps, among officers and the enlisted is one of mutual support and respect. >> SGT. DARYL McNATT: And you learn about each other. One guy may be a great leader, so you would take how he talks to people or how he does what he does with certain individuals. You take it and put it in your toolbox like, yeah, I learned something from him. And it just keeps building. It's nothing but like a pyramid, just builds and builds and builds. >> PATRICK HARRIS: Well, what I tell parents that--what they need to know about their sons joining the Marines is that they're going to be taking very good care of them. >> MADONNA SINGLETON: It's nice to have somebody looking out for him and know that they are looking out for each other. >> MAJ. JASON SMITH: I can tell you that based off of my experience, that if their--if their son or daughter is qualified to be a Marine and has the desire to take on the challenge, that they're going to have a group of Marines who--whose only purpose really is to see their son or daughter succeed. 00:02:06:10While away from home, your son or daughter will find a place within the Marine family. He or she will still need your love and support, but brotherhood amongst Marines will keep him or her as safe as possible.
The recruiter will likely be the first Marine who demonstrates this commitment. This is the Recruiter’s Role. Many Marine recruits get to know their recruiter well and rely on them during the decision and sign-up process, and to help them prepare for Marine Corps Recruit Training.
During Recruit Training, the members of the platoon will rely on each other. They bond like family. The instructors are their teachers, preparing them well for the challenges ahead: MOS training and deployment.
During service, Marines to their left and right will be looking out for them. Senior Marines and officers are there to make sure they grow, learn and advance as warriors and people.
We make sure that although leaving family and home, maybe even for the first time, your Marine will be supported and become part of our Marine family.
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Can Marine familly or company adopt me please, i be their kid & they be my parents? please, please thx.
Posted by: Nayebare Sharlon on 01/25/2012
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hi i still cant find the photoes of my daughter? nov co.4th blt plt4031 any one know where it was?? thanks liberty mom.
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/28/2011
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Iam very proud of my daughter liberty,she is doing excellent they say.I thank GOD for every day she is missing me also and we cant wait to see each other.this 13 weeks is along time with out my little girl or should i say my marine daughter,women.yes honey you will keep doing it,huraaa,daddy is very proud and watching you from heaven.I LOVE YOU MY CHILD.LOVE MOMOXOX
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/17/2011
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I LOVE THIS SITE.THANK YOU ALL FOR THE INFO
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/06/2011
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MY little girl liberty left july 9th,she will graduate oct 7,nov company.i miss her so much,i wish they post pics of what they look like now.she went from cheerleader,.to training 4 the marines,i miss her im very sad i cant talk real life to her on phone She is my life since her daddy died.IAM so proud of her. she grad.early from high school and started training, before that.she is so wonderful and i cry weekly for herf.she says in her letters, the hard part is over.phase 2 started 2weeks ago.LIBERTY FROST I LOVE YOU nd we r all so proud to be amarine family.oxo MOM
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/06/2011
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I SUPPORT MY DAUGHTER LIBERTY 100% NOV COMPANY. I WISH THEY WOULD SEND ME A PICS.NO CONTACT 13WEEKS. ONLY LETTERS.OK XOXO LIBS MOM
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/04/2011
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i miss you honey were going 2 be in sc 4 graduation oct7th love mom x0x0
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/28/2011
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my daughter l;iberty graduateds oct1,2011 nov company. i miss her alot my only daughter.she has to older brothers,we waited 9 yrs to have her and i thank GOD for her. her daddy died acouple yrs ago and im thankful ,SHE WAS REALLY A GOOD KID AND HER DADDY IS PROUD from HEAVEN. THANK YOU .MOM MISSING YOU.XOXO
Posted by: ELIZABETH FROST on 09/04/2011
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My son left August 22, 2011. It has been really hard for me but I am so proud of him. I am looking to get his address so I can write but it seems that I am haviing a hard time finding it. He went to San Diego for Camp Pendleton. Is there anyone who can help with getting the address. Thanks.
Posted by: Rachael Pawlik on 08/29/2011
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This is my first time visiting. My son left on 6/13/11 for MCRD San Diego. He is an older recruit. He had wanted to join for years & was continually talked out of it. His first call out was in May 2011 & his paperwork was not in order & was not sent out. He waited 6 weeks longer for him to go. I received a phone call on 7/3/11 saying he was in ER at the Balboa Naval Hospital getting ready to have emergency surgery. This young man had never been ill & without saying never in the hospital. So signing his life away for surgery was scary for him. He came through surgery, had a corman, 2 nurses in a private room for a couple of days, then transferred back to MCRD being put under the care of a commander. "Stuck" in Med hold was a trying time during the month of July. I kept reminding him that God has a plan. Once released from Med Hold he went to PCP for a few days, but was able to move on to full time training. He joined into a new Platoon and is doing really good. He is now spending a couple days at Camp Pendleton for that part of his training. It is difficult to see "the plan" altered when going down a path. Keep the faith, prayers, and encouragement letters going. I write a letter every day!
Posted by: Connie Danley on 08/09/2011
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Our son started boot camp on the 18th of July. We are hoping to get his address soon so we can start sending him letters of support. We are currently tranferring old home movies from VHS to DVD. Fun to see the kids when they were little again.
Posted by: Bruno Himmler on 07/30/2011
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We are very proud of our son for joining the marines ! We cannot wait to see him graduate in Sept.
Posted by: charles mcguire on 06/23/2011
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My DAUGHTER left for Parris Island on Sunday June 19th, 2011, any other Mothers out there sending there daughter and want to keep in touch let me know! I am very proud of my daughter and worried too. lets keep in touch want to keep up on things!
Posted by: Paula Pahnke on 06/22/2011
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My DAUGHTER left Parris Island on June 17th and I know exactly the emotions your experiencing. You being worried is a natural emotion that we all as mothers go through. there is only one advice i can give you and all military mothers and fathers. WRITE,WRITE,WRITE,WRITE and if youu have some free time WRITE...especially female marines. their more emotional than men. i wrote my daughter every single day while she was at bootcamp. and yes you will run out of things to say to her, but the most important thing is that letters are always kept positive. let her know how much you love her and how infinetely proud of her you are. at some point she second guessed her decision to become a marine. and sadly it dosen't get easier after bootcamp. my daughter is currently in north carolina doing her mct, and i still cry everyday for her.
Posted by: lulu cazares on 07/29/2011
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My daughter left for Parris Island on July 10. It is her first time being away from home and I do miss her so very much. I to am also very proud of her. I write to her as much as I can at least once or twice a week and I can't wait to see her again
Posted by: Blessed 2010 on 08/03/2011
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in a couple of years I want to join the Marines, and when I told my mom about it her first response was "no, your not going". Now I understand that parents have a hard time letting go of there kids, and i have always been really close to my mom, which made telling her about my wanting to go join the Marines that much harder. anyways I havent told my dad yet, and I was wondering if anyone had any advice for me on how to break the news that i want to join the Marines to my dad that would be greatly appreciated.
Posted by: Colleen Ryan on 01/09/2012
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Our son, Scott, left for Parris Island on June 13, 2011. He should be done with processing today. We are anxiously waiting for the form letter so we know where and how to write to him. Scott entered the DEP last May and he left this week just a day after High School graduation. He did not seem nervous at all. I think I am having a harder time not knowing what is going on. I just pray he is doing okay and is not missing home too much.
Posted by: Sue Muller on 06/17/2011
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Hello am a Marine Mom,My youngest son leaves for boot camp June2011 its going to be hard to see him go,this has been his dream forever,and his older brother is a marine also so yes am very proud of my boys!
Posted by: mary hudson on 06/06/2011
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My son Michael is also leaving on Monday June 13th for bootcamp in San Diego. It is going to be hard for me also to see him leave. His sister which is 16 yrs old will miss him terribly.
Posted by: Caroline Hipp on 06/11/2011
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this is my first time here also.... my son Anthony J Lisi left for boot camp on Monday May 23rd. He didn't give me any information as to who his recruiter is or how i am able to write to him. I know this will be a good experience for him and he will learn a lot. I am proud of him, but i do worry also. I hope to hear from him soon.
Posted by: Daniella McCord on 05/27/2011
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Good luck for him, I am sure you are proud. My son will be leaving June 13th for bootcamp, I will miss him so much!
Posted by: Caroline Hipp on 06/11/2011
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This is my first visit to this site. My son went to boot camp April 3, 2011. I was very proud and excited for him. I have written several letters and have not received one back from him. He has written other family members requesting that I write. Does it take a while before they receive letters? In his letters he states that he is very homesick and cries every night thinking about his family members. This is my baby and it makes me very sad for him, however; it all sounds normal from everything that I am hearing and reading. Does anyone have a site or something that I can go to for information on his graduation. Family day will be June 30, 2011 and graduation is July 1, 2011. He is in 1st BN Delta Co Platoon 1063. Thanks ahead of time if you have any information for me.
Posted by: Rochelle Misamore on 05/02/2011
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http://www.mcrdpi.usmc.mil/graduation/grad_dates.asp
This is the site i was looking at for that info. Hope it helps
Posted by: KANDIE TRULLINGER on 05/17/2011
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Hello everyone, it is my first time here. My daughter recently joinned. She will be leaving on June 06/11 and she is EXTREMELLY happy and so I' am happy for her, at first I refused to let her go. I had a difficult time trying to accept her decision but once I realized how important this is to her I inmediately change my attitude and try to focus on what she likes, and understand that this is about her not me and that my job it's to support her in whatever it is that she wants, so that's what I am doing, however I still have my days as time gets closer, and I keep on wondering if she is going to be fine, she is very closed to her famly and has never being away from home, so I know its going to be sooo dificult. I 'm keeping busy planning her farewell party.
Posted by: Ana Checo on 04/03/2011
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She will need you and your support! Be sure to write her and tell her you are so proud of her! Give her encouragement, write about home even if its a small postcard, especially the fun stuff. She will come around soon enough. Please I just had my daughter leave for Parris Island on June 19th! Lets keep in touch!
Posted by: Paula Pahnke on 06/22/2011
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My son has been a Marine for almost 2 years. For all of those parents that have children in boot camp, Hang in there. If possible attend the graduation ceremonies. I am so proud of what my son has accomplished and what he stands for. His respect for others and discipline is amazing. The pride and admiration you will feel for your child is a feeling you will have every day. He has evolved into a great man.
Posted by: Peg Gunderson on 03/18/2011
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My son leaves for basic on April 10th, he is more than ready. I am very proud of him, but I'm concerned about his financial responsibilities while he is gone. His recruiter told him that his pay will be deposited in the NFCU, but he already has a bank account. I just need to know that he will still be able to pay for his car, his recruiter told him that since we was in the service he did not have to pay his bills while in basic. Tell that to the bank that has his car note. I can put his car insurance and phone on hold, but his credit card and car payment still need to be made. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Posted by: Audrey Viana on 03/09/2011
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Audrey, we asked our son's recruiter about this and found out that money can be sent directly to your son's account at home. Sometime, I think in the first week, they can request that a certain amount of money can be sent, your son needs to take the routing numbers from his bank and the account number that it needs to be deposited in. Our recruiter suggested putting those numbers in his address book that he is allowed to take so that he will have the numbers on hand when they are needed. The bank routing numbers and the account numbers are on the bottom of his checks and deposit slips. If you have questions about them, just talk to the bank and they can give you the numbers that are needed. If you have other questions, talk to his recruiter...they should be able to help you out! Thank your son for his willingness to serve our country from me, another soon to be Marine Mom!
Posted by: Barbara Wing on 03/16/2011
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My son leaves for MCRD SD on May 9th. He is excited and a bit nervous and I am just nervous! The not knowing what is coming is the most difficult for me. I know that he will do well and that God will direct him the entire time he is gone. He has never been away from home, so this will be difficult for the whole family. His little sisters are not excited for him to leave, but we know that he will come home again to us after boot camp and then be able to serve this country wherever he is sent.
Posted by: Barbara Wing on 03/02/2011
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I know exactly what you are feeling, I felt the same way when my son left for MCRD SD. Have the sisters write to him and if at all possible attend the graduation ceremony. It is a great experience when you can meet and talk to those that helped your son become a Marine. The MCRD SD website is a good source to check for updates
Posted by: Ranae Smith on 03/10/2011
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Barbara, thank you for the suggestion regarding my son and I am sure that your son will do well. As mothers we have raised children who are caring and dedicated to service and help others. Have your daughters write letters to your son, you will be surprised how much it will mean to him. My brother who graduated from West Point in 81 still has the letters I wrote to him and to this day he will share them with me.
Posted by: Audrey Viana on 03/16/2011
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I haven't heard from my son in a long while, he is stationed in San Diego, California-Oceanside county-Camp Pendleton. I need to know if he is O.K. How do I go about finding out. Someone, please help!!!!!
Posted by: Arlinda Bennett on 02/01/2011
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Arlinda,
If anything happens they will let you know. I went thru the same experience with my son Chris while he was there. They are very busy and depending on what week they are in, might be in the field training. Go to the San Diego website and there is a calendar you can print showing that activites they are performing in which week. Hang in there!!! It's tough.
Posted by: Peg Gunderson on 03/18/2011
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My Son left yesterday 01/24/11. for Parris Island, SC. My husband and I are very proud of him. He is a very stong person mind and body. If their is anybody that you can count on it will be him.
Posted by: Stacey Croft on 01/25/2011
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i am a proud parent of my son lance cpl robert habets couldnt be more proud of him.
Posted by: Terry tatro on 01/08/2011
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My younger brother left on December 12, 2010 for the Marines. He was sent to San Diego, California. He is the youngest in our family. We love him and want this to be a rewarding and fulfilling experience for him. I know he can do it! However, today he called Mom sounding a little upset which in turn upset her. I have spent my day reading all about the Corps even adding it to my favorites. I just hope that God keeps him and that he knows even away from home we can still support him. I want him to learn to lean on those individuals to the right and left of him. They are his family away from home. Although I don't have an address for him right now I have already written him a letter. As soon as I have a mailing address I plan to mail this letter to him. I believe it will be very encouraging. I love this country and find it an honor to have a member of my family serving to protect it! Proud Marine Sister!
Posted by: Lakesha Mathis on 12/22/2010
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My son is in Boot Camp (Paris Island) now 15 Nov 2010, Is there a site to look at the boot camp photos ? If so where are they and can you send them to me? And do they send out a postcard with there address? thanks
Posted by: Mark Valentine on 11/22/2010
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how dose this site work
Posted by: Mark Valentine on 07/28/2011
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Audrey,
Your son's recruiter should have the platoon information and address for your son. If you are unable to contact his recruiter, another option for confirming the address is to call the recruiting depot . We hope this information helps.
-LifeAsAMarine.com Community Manager
Posted by: Community Manager on 11/22/2010
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My son is in 1ST RTBN Bravo Company Platoon. He started training on Oct 12th 2010. It really upsets me as a parent he has not got any mail from us. We send mail all the time and he had called home tonight wondering why we have not wrote him yet. We have I do not know who to contact about this. It is hard enough on a parent as well as the Recruit he is not getting his support letters from home. Can anyone help me with who i need to contact about a matter like this. No one seems to help me. Thank- You Audrey
Posted by: Audrey Rodriguez on 11/21/2010
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Happy Veteran's Day!! I am so proud of you & what you are doing!! Love Mom (Lori, Evansville, IN.)
Posted by: Lori Elpers on 11/11/2010
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My oldest son left for Parris Isl and 10-11-2010. I have not heard from him. I do not know his address or how to get it. I want him to know I love and support him. I want him to know how proud I am. Can some help me. Lori Evansville, IN.
Posted by: Lori Elpers on 11/03/2010
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my little brother enlisted in the marine whe hi say the news we could no believe today that is no longer here but it seems impossible that we have not heard much from the us would like to see it on video or get more news from the cry and we bried the tears because we will be waiting to see you soon as i said one day he has 4 mother who are waiting hemmy his mother and 3 sisters ivonne, yenny y sayne love it for ever..........franklin cuello
Posted by: yenny cuello on 10/24/2010
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My son left for the next phase of his manhood 18 yrs & 7mos after arriving into this world. I have tried to teach him how to have character and integrity and now 2 months after arriving in bootcamp his letters have shown me that HE made the right choice. The USMC is building on the foundation that is within him. He is going through things that I can and won't try to imagine as a civilian however it gives me great pride in knowing that MY son qualified and will be a United States MARINE.
Posted by: kenyatta judd on 07/26/2010
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