On to MCT

After a 10 day leave, Chris left today for Camp Pendelton for 29 days of MCT - Marine Combat Training. It was hard to say goodbye to him but I know that he was anxious to start the next phase of his training. He wore his uniform for travel and he got a "Semper Fi" and a "Good Luck" from total strangers. An older lady let us ahead of her in the Security line. When he said "Thank you", she said, "No, Thank YOU!" I will never get tired of people reacting to him like that. Makes a momma proud.

This quote sums it up.....

"18 years, like a blink of an eye
13 weeks, like an Eternity
10 days, not nearly long enough" - from Lazyk - Moderator on MarineParents.com

Introducing...

Introducing Private First Class Chris Brillhart!

First, a few corrections: In the last post, I said graduation was on the 27th but it was on the 24th! I can't believe I made that mistake as I was counting down the days for three months! Also, I misunderstood about the Swim Levels. Chris passed the First Level and we are very proud of him.

Our trip to San Diego was wonderful! Family Day was so much fun. Seeing where Chris spent the last three months and meeting some of his new friends (and Drill Instructors!) was great. The graduation ceremony was one of the most special experiences of our lives. It was amazing to see Chris achieve this goal.

Chris is home on his 10 day leave and goes back on Tuesday morning. It went by very fast. He was able to spend lots of time with his friends, saw a couple of concerts and attend a Scout meeting and participated in an Eagle Court of Honor.

I hope he realizes how really special he is to all of us!

Semper Fidelis, Chris!