Virginia Military Institute

[Seahawk]

I can't exactly place the time my son Jack decided this was the college for him, but it did become a goal for him.

Not of my doing, trust me. I would have preferred he went to the other universities he was accepted into. I actually challenged his commitment to VMI, just to make sure. The Rat Line.

Not me.

He, like others have posted here concerning their wonderful children's appointments to USNI, West Point, etc, has told me he wants to make a difference, to serve, to seek a commission and face the winds.

So he sought his time and place, his course, his choice. He is in the Corp of Cadets, a long road ahead. Join me in wishing him well.

[Racerbvd]

Good for him...

[Halm]

BIL went there. Tough place, but he will come out the better man. Best, it sounds like he is going in eyes wide open. CONGRATULATIONS!

[MarkRobinson]

I did 5 years at NMMI (new mexico military institute); loved it.

[Noah930]

Congrats, best wishes, and thank you.

[mossguy]

Paul,
Congratulations to you and your son, Jack. I know that I would be as proud as I'm sure you are.

[speeder]

That kid has a mind of his own. You must be proud of him, I am.

[Les Paul]

Congrats to your son. I think when kids have the desire to go to a place that is challenging they end up doing well. I'm sure being a grad from there will open doors.

[rcecale]

Paul,

Your son will make a fine MARINE officer when he graduates!

Semper fi!

Randy

[jhynesrockmtn]

Congrats. My son decided he wanted an ROTC scholarship and to serve when he was a junior in high school. Your son sounds motivated and mature. Good for him. It wasn't my choice for my kid but I couldn't be more proud of what he has accomplished and why. I'm sure you already feel that way.

[crustychief]

Congratulations Paul, and pass on a hearty congratulations to your son.
Regards,
Sandy

[DonDavis]

That's great to hear! Anchor's aweigh for the young man. Good on him!
As nostatic said, that guy has a mind of his own. It's a wonderful thing and I know you're proud. Keep us updated.

[oldE]

Paul,

Wishing the best.

Les

[Hugh R]

Good for him, and congrats to all of you.

[on2wheels52]

You just never know about kids these days. Cathy and I were a bit suprised when our son joined the Army Reserve after college grduation.
Congradulations to all of you.
Jim

[peppy]

Congratulations to the Keydet and his proud dad.

[gt350mike]

Congratulations to you and your son. It's great to see your son continuing the tradition of military service! My son is going through ROTC and should be commissioned next year. Like you, I was glad to see my son wanting to serve for the right reasons.

[Dottore]

You must be very proud.

Best wishes to you and Jack.

[Rikao4]

he's sure to do well..
hanging with those old Hawks..
was the foundation...
it's time to build his house..



Rika

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by Seahawk

I can't exactly place the time my son Jack decided this was the college for him, but it did become a goal for him.

Not of my doing, trust me. I would have preferred he went to the other universities he was accepted into. I actually challenged his commitment to VMI, just to make sure. The Rat Line.

Not me.

He, like others have posted here concerning their wonderful children's appointments to USNI, West Point, etc, has told me he wants to make a difference, to serve, to seek a commission and face the winds.

So he sought his time and place, his course, his choice. He is in the Corp of Cadets, a long road ahead. Join me in wishing him well.

While you may not agree with his choice, I'm sure you're proud of his choice. Best to you and your son, and I'm sure he'll make a fantastic leader of men.