US Coast Guard Basic Training Graduation for Natalie
Friday, June 13, 2008 was an outstanding day.
I woke up early in my hotel room at Cape May, NJ. My only daughter was about to graduate from US Coast Guard Basic Training. To help work off some of my anxiety I took an early morning walk along the boardwalk. It was definitely going to be a hot day. I grabbed a quick bite to eat, took my shower & dressed up for the big event.
I arrived at the Training Center in plenty of time for the ceremony, still excited and looking forward to seeing Nat. They showed us a film which gave us a sense of what Basic Training entailed (let's just say it was no vacation). Then we proceeded to the stands by the parade field.
Here are a few pictures:
I am so very proud of Natalie. She has learned and accomplished so much during Basic Training.
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She has begun an adventure that is so full of possibility. She is proud to serve our country.
Natalie is very strong, happy, excited for her future and ready.
Semper Paratus - the Coast Guard's motto....meaning always ready.
Obviously, I am/we are very happy and excited for her.
I woke up early in my hotel room at Cape May, NJ. My only daughter was about to graduate from US Coast Guard Basic Training. To help work off some of my anxiety I took an early morning walk along the boardwalk. It was definitely going to be a hot day. I grabbed a quick bite to eat, took my shower & dressed up for the big event.
I arrived at the Training Center in plenty of time for the ceremony, still excited and looking forward to seeing Nat. They showed us a film which gave us a sense of what Basic Training entailed (let's just say it was no vacation). Then we proceeded to the stands by the parade field.
Here are a few pictures:
I am so very proud of Natalie. She has learned and accomplished so much during Basic Training.
. She has begun an adventure that is so full of possibility. She is proud to serve our country. Natalie is very strong, happy, excited for her future and ready.
Semper Paratus - the Coast Guard's motto....meaning always ready.
Obviously, I am/we are very happy and excited for her.
Dear Tracy and family,
Congratulations with the graduation of Natalie!
Eugenie (from the Netherlands)
I just had to write this lovely Sunday morning when I saw the pictures and especially the picture of your daughter. There are no politics involved when it is family members. As a member of the quilting family I congratulate your daughter for having taken this difficult road. Thanks to all who serve, each and every day.
Lois-Palm Springs Florida
Thank you Lois. She is so proud to serve.
Hugs & smiles from New Mexico,
Tracy
Thank you so much Eugenie!
Hugs & smiles from New Mexico,
Tracy
What a special time to celebrate. And what a special young woman to join the service. How proud you must be!Thanks for sharing these photos.
Thank you Mary Ann! She is so proud to serve and we are so proud of her decision and dedication.
Hugs & smiles from New Mexico,
Tracy
Good Morning Tracy
Congradulations to your daughter. Having been a Navy WAVE "dating my self" We as a group of sea-going women are always proud to add another young woman to our ranks. She's in for many wonderful experiences and will make friendships to last a life time. May she wear her uniform with pride and joy
Jerri
Dear Tracy, I am so proud for you and of your Daughter. I know what a Hard desicion it had to have been to make. I am resently retired USAF myself and my only child in Active duty USAF himself stationed in Germany and doing convoy duty in AFaganstan. Tell her Thank you for joining us who serve we are proud to have her!
Thank you!
Mary
Thank you so much, Mary, for your kind and encouraging words. Thanks also for your service and now for your son serving proudly. Please tell him we are very thankful for his service and commitment.
Hugs & smiles from New Mexico,
Tracy
Hi Jerri,
Thanks so much for your encouraging note. I have passed it along to Natalie and she is so proud and thankful to be able to serve. Thank you for all your service to our country. It means so much.
Hugs & smiles,
Tracy