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Plebe Summer: Swimming, Parades and Academics

 Steven and the rest of M Company continue to hone their skills in some of the same evolutions we've seen so far but it's still good to see them thriving. This past week Steven's class had swimming, martial arts, damage control and of course more PEP (morning physical training) evolutions.      It looks like Steven has had another visit to the barber shop - good to see they're concerned about keeping their hair short so they can continue to swim fast! M Company continues to look sharp with each parade - and from the picture galleries it's the result of several hours of parade practice. Steven's in the first full row, sixth one in.      It looks like M Company recently added another streamer to their guidon - the red one is titled "Parade" and the new, white one "Phase Two". We're really not too sure yet what that "Phase Two" means; however, in a recent letter Steven mentioned that they were preparing for an inspection (lots of s...
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Plebe Summer: What a weekend

The rigorous daily PEP and drilling continues, but there are other events that are more rewarding and fun to do with the platoon: the high ropes course and parades. We don't know the exact dates this all took place, but it was in the last couple of days.  Running seems to be the main method of travel around this place! What a treat to see a close up of him  We know for sure that this is one of his roommates.  We didn't catch the name of his other roommate. Steven probably loved this event. He's always enjoyed ropes courses  so we're hoping this was a great break for him. We have a feeling Steven will be part of MANY parades at USNA.  Looks like M Company is off to a good start! Steven is in his 5th week of plebe summer, and it's hot out there for all of the midshipmen, including the detailers. We want everyone involved to finish this experience safely and strongly. Thank you for your support and prayers! 

Plebe Summer: Fun OUT of the sun!

This week USNA held a track meet for the plebe class - INSIDE! We don't have many details other than what you can see. The plebes rooted for their company's competitors, and it was so good to see the cheering,  camaraderie , and smiles. We'll put the pictures showing Steven first and then include a few others for you to enjoy and see what was happening at the Yard :-) Be sure to read to the bottom of the post! You can see Steven with his company in these two shots This is also M company - having a great time! Wow - things are getting down right fun over there with this company It was great to see that even those running (yes, more running) were having fun! There was even pole vaulting Aren't you just happy for these guys?!? FINALLY.....just in case you missed our FAVORITE runner (Thank you to Chrissey for finding this picture on FB!) And if you want to see why there is so much cheering and smiling at the track meet,  just remember that this is who Steven is usually runn...

Plebe Summer: Squad Combat Course

This challenge required teamwork, strength, and endurance! We'll post the pictures of Steven first but also include some shots of his platoon mates doing things that Steven would have done that day too. Thank you for cheering for and praying for Steven and M Company, 24th Platoon!   These are shots without Steven... 

A Musical Tribute to the Plebes!

Alyssa went to a week camp at UNCG and did all things piano! One of her projects was to play "The Star Spangled Banner" in a quartet. All of these pianists got this music on Monday and performed it on Friday morning. The recording doesn't do the song justice, but it can still be enjoyed. We were thrilled that Alyssa could play in this grand finale for the piano ensemble concert and give a tribute to the plebes and all of those who serve! https://youtu.be/OY_nLpq0ZsQ         

Plebe Summer: Pool time

 Have you been able to spend some time in the pool this summer? Steven has :-) (Thank you to Kurt who found this picture!) We don't know if this is the 5 or 7.5 meter platform, but either way, the upperclassmen are ready to help the platoons take the plunge! They'll have to jump off the 10m platform in an upcoming year at USNA. Making the climb up to the platform (Steven is not pictured) Here is Steven having fun watching platoon mates make the jump! (Thank you again for Kurt and his eagle eye spotting Steven) Happy swimming, everyone!

Plebe Summer: Platoon 24 on the O-course

 It's great to see M Company, 24th Platoon in action! Marching to the O-course Getting instructions before they get started Demos Nailing it!