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My First Day of Bootcamp Comes to an End
November 26, 2025
Following our first session of close order drill, Gunnery Sergeant Barker marched the platoon to the mess hall for evening chow.
Survival of the Fittest
November 11, 2025
Gunnery Sergeant Barker marched us back to our platoon area, correcting us as we attempted to carry out his orders.
You’re done! Get out of my chowhall NOW!
October 27, 2025
As we performed a sad rendition of marching, hunched over with our seabag, the first light of dawn began to come up. We “marched” into what turned out to be a vast array of Quonset huts.
Get in my truck NOW!
October 13, 2025
We marched toward an unknown destination. We were ravenously hungry. We were exhausted. And, with the first signs of dawn, it appeared we were just starting our day.
Leaving For Marine Corps Bootcamp in San Diego
September 29, 2025
I had signed the contract. I had taken the oath. Now my Fate was in the hands of Marine Corps drill instructors. They were ready for me. The big question: was I ready for Marine Corps Drill Instructors?
Joining the United States Marine Corps Reserve
September 16, 2025
As I left the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, I knew I had about an 800-mile drive to get me home to San Mareo, California. Given the time…

My First Day of Bootcamp Comes to an End