Mail Mail Mail!

I got my first packet in the mail today from Greg! I was like a kid! I was so giddy! As much as I was hoping for a letter to be inside the big envelope, it ended up being a letter from his Commanding Officer and a letter from the Command Chaplain. But it was okay, because I was happy to have received something! Just seeing his handwriting got me excited..I know I'm lame. Greg's Commanding Officer talks about what the recruits will be doing in the next 7.5 weeks. They mentioned the first week they are receiving everything required for training including physical and dental exams, uniforms, and basic supplies. Friday they were assigned to their company (his being Foxtrot 186). This week they begin the tough stuff with marching and physical fitness programs. Then the last few weeks concentrate on developing skills, knowledge, and teamwork. They also mention that positive and cheerful mail will be a big help in getting him through this tough process.

On that note, his address is below...with a few rules that MUST be followed :)

Mailing Address to be exact:

S.R. Busick G.A.

Foxtrot-186 / Munro Hall

USCG Tracen Cape May

One Munro Avenue

Cape May NJ 08204-5083 

RULES:
   NO CARDS
   Must be on Regular Paper (type, write, add a photo, etc.)
   NO Gifts
   NO Candy, Food, etc..
   Did I mention JUST PAPER?? (Binder Paper, Printer Paper..)

Other things I found in this lovely packet:
Liberty: In the 7th week, if/WHEN Greg passes all phases of his training, he will get off-base liberty a.k.a. time off that weekend. I'm not sure how long but any time off will do I'm sure!
Leave: Greg will get 5 days of leave after graduation. He will receive an "advance" ($$) to allow him to fly home and then to his first duty station a.k.a. our new home!
Graduation Day: March 16th. I was pretty stoked about that because I thought it was going to be the week later. So the search for a flight with a good deal is on the lookout!
Websites: Recruit Training Information (FAQs, Graduation)
Follow Greg's Company in Progress - Lots to look at here. If you go to "News and Information" there will eventually be a journal (starting the 3rd week) on his recruit company (Foxtrot-186)

I sent my first letter today BEFORE I got the packet with the address.. I hope he gets it. I sent it to the address but without his company name or hall name. I think it will just take a little bit more time to get to him. :)