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LCpl Leon B. Deraps Scholarship Walk
May 5, 2012 from 9am to 12pm – Advanced Chimney
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Posted by 1~ucme (Laura), VPMM & Volunteer on January 23, 2012 at 9:00am 7 Comments 5 Likes
The Condolences Forum - how to find it and express your sympathy to the families of Fallen Heroes
Posted by 1~Good2GoMom (Barb) on June 7, 2011 at 7:00pm 2 Comments 4 Likes
America's Children
Posted by 1~17smom (Julie) on January 23, 2012 at 8:03pm 11 Comments 10 Likes
MY ONE REQUEST
Posted by jenandkayla on January 20, 2012 at 1:37pm 9 Comments 8 Likes
Reflections from two volunteers on the 1/5 Memorial Ceremony
Posted by Marine Parents Inc on January 1, 2012 at 4:30pm 0 Comments 8 Likes
No duty is more urgent than that of returning thanks
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Marine Gold Star Family Struck by Tragedy Again
Posted by 1~Good2GoMom (Barb) on December 20, 2011 at 4:00pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Deployment is Coming
Posted by 1~carepkgtherapy (Amy) on December 3, 2011 at 9:30pm 4 Comments 10 Likes
Marine Corps Tradition
Posted by Marinewife0801 on December 2, 2011 at 8:22am 1 Comment 6 Likes
Homecoming
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Who Can I Blame?
Posted by 1~17smom (Julie) on November 29, 2011 at 8:27pm 13 Comments 12 Likes
Gimme Five!
Posted by 17smom on September 25, 2011 at 9:00pm 95 Comments 30 Likes
Giving Thanks and a Message from Afghanistan
Posted by Double Dad on November 24, 2011 at 11:00am 2 Comments 6 Likes
This Thanksgiving, I Will Remember the 80/20 Rule
Posted by 1~17smom (Julie) on November 22, 2011 at 10:36pm 12 Comments 9 Likes
The Selflessness of our Marines
Posted by Nates Dad (Rod) on November 12, 2011 at 8:30am 2 Comments 2 Likes
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What's New for Marine Corps Families
New Family Orientation Day at MCRD Parris Island!
Beginning with the February 3, 2012 graduation, families of Recruits will be welcome to attend the new Family Orientation Day on the Wednesday prior to graduation. This wonderful opportunity will allow families to experience firsthand the journey their Recruit is on, as well as learn important information about the Marine Corps. Click here for more information!
Class Action Settlement for Veterans with PTSD
On December 22, 2011, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims gave approval to a class-action settlement victory for veterans and their families. As a result of the settlement proposed by The National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP), the U.S. military agreed to pay lifetime disability retirement benefits to 1,029 of the Iraq and Afghanistan veterans discharged with PTSD who were denied benefits. Read about the benefits here!
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marinegirlfriend1004 replied to sncockrell's discussion 'Anyones boyfriend leaving for bootcamp today? Jan. 23rd!' in the group For Wives, Fiancées and Girlfriends of Recruits
Im sure he should be replying soon, my boyfriend's parents got his letter before i did. I…
marinegirlfriend1004 replied to Jayyorr's discussion 'The letter' in the group For Wives, Fiancées and Girlfriends of Recruits
I know exactly what you mean i just got my letter today :) he also seemed home sick but the fact…
cherry replied to 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s discussion 'Platoon 2133' in the group MCRD San Diego: April 20, 2012 - Fox Company
My boyfriend's recruiter said he is in this platoon but I haven't received any letters…
cherry replied to sncockrell's discussion 'Anyones boyfriend leaving for bootcamp today? Jan. 23rd!' in the group For Wives, Fiancées and Girlfriends of Recruits
I've been writing him every day since monday and I haven't gotten any letters back =/…
marinegirlfriend1004 replied to sncockrell's discussion 'Anyones boyfriend leaving for bootcamp today? Jan. 23rd!' in the group For Wives, Fiancées and Girlfriends of Recruits
Likewise! :)
simplebuckeye1018 commented on Marine Parents Inc's group 'MCRD Parris Island: March 30, 2012 - Alpha & Oscar Company'
@ Tinamom I get his letters pretty quick, but he gets mine a week or two late he said. I am sure he…
Knightngael liked 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s discussion 'Platoon 3010'
woman of prayer replied to Myrinda1's discussion 'Meet and Greet Poll' in the group MCRD San Diego: March 9, 2012 - Alpha Company
Donna Aloha
Do you know if there are any transportation buses that run , right outside, from the…
woman of prayer replied to Myrinda1's discussion 'Meet and Greet Poll' in the group MCRD San Diego: March 9, 2012 - Alpha Company
Aloha thumper, I will be staying at Ward lodge, on base too. So maybe we can take a taxi…
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Deegesmom replied to 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s discussion 'Platoon 1042' in the group MCRD San Diego: April 13, 2012 - Charlie Company
John4th, that is awesome! I am so thankful that everyone's boys seem to be doing…
tamtam8911 replied to 17smom's discussion 'Roll Call: 3/3 Family Gathering...' in the group 3/3 Marines
Julie, what an interesting story. That kind of story sounds like the plot to a fictional…
Deegesmom replied to cynshep's discussion 'Where you from?' in the group Texas Marine Families
Thank you for the helpful info and the warm welcome! I got my second letter today and he said it…
Liberty Belle replied to Marine Parents Inc's discussion 'Condolences: LCpl Edward J. Dycus, 2/9 Marine from MS, 2/01/2012'
I am so sorry for your loss and extend my heartfelt prayers to the family of LCpl. Edward J. Dycus…
september liked alexsmom's discussion 'Any Reserve Parents out there?'
Miguel's ILMom replied to Proud IL Mom (Carolyn)'s discussion 'MCT - Kilo Company to begin Jan. 17' in the group SOI West: Marine Combat Training (MCT)
I received 2 calls from my son today. He said they got their phones back until Monday morning.…
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Condolences: LCpl Edward J. Dycus, 2/9 Marine from MS, 2/01/2012Posted by Marine Parents Inc on February 2, 2012 |
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DeploymentPosted by Robin on February 4, 2012 |
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THE DISCHARGEPosted by 1~WestPlainsMom (Jan) on February 4, 2012 |
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THE DISCHARGEPosted by 1~WestPlainsMom (Jan) on February 4, 2012 |
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ITB - Charlie Company 3rd PlatoonPosted by Cheryl on February 4, 2012 |
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Platoon 2131Posted by 1~Mom-NY (Maria) on December 22, 2011 |
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THE DISCHARGEPosted by 1~WestPlainsMom (Jan) on February 4, 2012 |
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Graduation infoPosted by Peg and Dave on February 4, 2012 |
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Platoon 2133Posted by 1~Mom-NY (Maria) on December 22, 2011 |
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Recruit family listing - keep sending updatesPosted by kitkat's mom on February 2, 2012 |
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