So today we went to the range and fired some rounds. I only got to fire 30 rounds but I think I did ok. Which I suppose is fine. Drill sgt said that if anyone “flagged” someone (pointing your muzzle…
Category: The Basic Training Journal
26 SEP 09 The Journal
So this morning at 5 we had our PT test. I think I did ok. I ended up getting 62 push ups and 58 sit ups and then I did my 2 mile run which I got a 15:23 on,…
25 SEP 09 The Journal
So today we zeroed our weapons. That basically means that you have to adjust your weapon sights so that the M16 fires straight. Those were literally the first shots I have ever fired from a gun before. It was kind…
24 SEP 09 The Journal
Sorry its been a while since I have written you. I have been really busy. Last time I talked to you I told you I have been made a squad leader. That is part of the reason why I have…
20 SEP 09 The Journal
So today is Sunday. Generally it is a pretty light day. We started our day at 5 AM and started cleaning the entire bay. I guess drill sgt was at least partially impressed that we were able to get it…
19 SEP 09 The Journal
So today we just had our gas chamber. I gotta say it was not an entirely pleasant sensation. At first it just makes your eyes burn and then when you take your first breath it feels like you have sand…
17 SEP 09 The Journal
So today’s PT was pretty good. It was raining and half our platoon is sick so they let us just do PT inside which was not so bad. Then we did combatives which was a lot of fun. I learned…
16 SEP 09 The Journal
So today we went to the PX. It is kind of like a convenience store only for military personnel. Your brother has probably heard of them before because I think they have them on Air Force bases as well. It…
15 SEP 09 The Journal
So supposedly today is pay day although I am not entirely sure if I get paid or not since we are not allowed to use an ATM or anything. Drill sgt did say however that if we are good and…
13 SEP 09 The Journal
Today was kind of tough. We did sprints today which had me feeling like I was going to drop a lung. It was pretty bad. I got through it though. Hopefully it will get easier as we keep doing it.…