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Erin's Son Sends Thanks from Marine Basic Training

Robert and Erin — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:57:39 +0000

My son is now in the homestretch of his Marine basic training at Parris Island, South Carolina. He sends thanks to all of my friends and listeners who have kept him in your prayers these past couple of months. In the latest letter from JW, he tells me he has so much to share with [...]

Erin's Shares Her Latest Letter from Marine Son

Robert and Erin — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:07:04 +0000

I’ve been getting some great letters from my son over the past few days. In his latest letter he talks about the “infamous obstacles”. He says they “are freakin fun.” I can tell he’s already made some lifelong friends. “We have a blast helping each other and becoming brothers. We have one more day of [...]

Erin's Marine Son Has Asked for Letters from Home

Robert and Erin — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:36:55 +0000

My son is in his 3rd week of Marine Basic Training and I could tell from his letters that he loves to hear about what's happening back home. I now have his full address and would love to send letters to him from you.

You can send them to me here

Erin Shares Messages to Her Marine Son

Robert and Erin — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:01:47 +0000

I have gotten so many great messages for my son who is at Marine Basic Training in Parris Island, South Carolina. I did get connected with a great parent website.

He's about to wrap up week 2 and I will be sending him your messages.

Erin's Son Has Been at Marine Boot Camp for 10 Days Now

Robert and Erin — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:41:22 +0000

My son has been off to Marine boot camp for 10 days. It does get easier with each passing day, but it's still so tough to wonder what's going on in his life. I have had no contact with him since I gave him a big hug at the airport on Monday of last week. I wonder

Thanks for All the Messages of Support for My Son

Erin McCarty — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:44:01 +0000

My son has been gone for 2 days now and I have already written him a couple of letters. I can't mail them because I don't have his full address yet. That bothers me. I'm told I should be getting a full packet from my son within the next week. I so look forward to that. I'm

My Tearful Goodbye to JW as He Ships Out for Basic Training [PHOTOS]

Erin McCarty — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:52:25 +0000

My eyes welled up as I saw him sitting with some new buddies at Shreveport Regional Airport. JW was more concerned about me at that point (he hates to see me cry). Then we just talked.As any Mom would do, I looked through all of his paperwork and he asked me “Are you gonna read [...]

Erin's Son Headed for Marine Basic Training Today

Robert and Erin — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:58:01 +0000

This is the day I have been dreading. My oldest son leaves for the U.S. Marines today. He is headed to basic training in South Carolina for 13 weeks. It’s very bittersweet for me. I am, of course, a proud Mom; but I will be so worried about him. Is he mentally prepared for what [...]

Erin's Letter To Her Son As He Enters The Marines

Erin McCarty — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:41:47 +0000

I am so torn about my son’s decision to join the Marines. But mostly I am proud. He has been thinking about doing this for a few months and he checked out all of the branches of the military. He went through the recruitment process and is now headed for basic training in Paris Island, [...]

US Marines The Few, The Proud, The Dancing? [VIDEO]

Mary Martin — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 17:26:18 +0000

Carly Rae Jepson’s “Call Me Maybe” has been parodied and lip dubbed countless times, but this lip dub by the US Marines is quite possibly the most unexpected.A group of US Marines stationed in Afghanistan sent ABC News a great video of them lip syncing to Jepson’s upbeat song of the summer. Thankfully our [...]

A Modern Marine Homecoming

Mary Martin — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 19:00:54 +0000

Times sure have changed. One of the best TV shows that features the changes our society has made is the show “Modern Family.” I’m calling this a “Modern Marine Homecoming” in honor of that. Since the abolishment of “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” in the US Military homosexual men and women, who have fought and continue [...]

Former Marine Can't Stop Sending Spam to Troops Overseas

Kathy Landin — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:43:10 +0000

Most of us get annoyed when we receive spam, but one Maryland man has spent countless hours and money sending Spam to troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan so they can have a little bit of home while they’re away.

Justin Timberlake Keeps His Promise, Attends Marine Corps Ball

Jessica Sager — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 17:57:30 +0000

What a class act. Justin Timberlake kept his promise to Corporal Kelsey De Santis and was her date to the Marine Corps Ball in Richmond, Va. Us Weekly reports that Timberlake accepted De Santis’ YouTube invitation to the ball after encouraging his ‘Friends With Benefits’ co-star Mila Kunis to attend another Marine Corps Ball on [...]

Bossier City Marine Sign Stays

BJ Kelley — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 23:27:44 +0000

Back in July, you may remember that the 'Gardens Of Southgate' home owners association in Bossier City wanted a sign removed supporting a deployed Marine.

When LCpl. Corey Burr was sent to Afghanistan, his family put the sign up in their front yard.

At the time, the association kept repeating that signs were banned, brought down home values, and various other talking points.

Remember The Real Meaning of Memorial Day

gonzo — Mon, 30 May 2011 17:50:38 +0000

The last Monday in May. A convenient three-day weekend to kick off summer. A weekend to get together with friends and family…throw some burgers and steaks on the grill…relax by the pool…maybe get away for a little vacation. To many, that’s what Memorial Day is all about. What is Memorial Day? A new poll commissioned [...]