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Things to bring to graduation
My boyfriend is graduating soon from RTC and I was wondering what would be some fun stuff for me to bring to him! I know some people bring clothes and snacks for their sailors, but girlfriends of sailors out there: did you bring anything fun to graduation to cheer up your sailor? I'm just so excited and want to give him a great weekend before he goes off to A school!
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Permalink Reply by Elizabeth on
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This is a really good question because I have been asking around since I already booked the hotel for the graduation. I was told by the recruiter that he would be leave that same day, after graduation, straight to florida for A school. If there is any feedback out, it would be greatly appreciated.
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Permalink Reply by Anti M on
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If they are flying out to A school, then anything they want to take with them has to be given to them at the airport. Usually they fly out on Saturday, and are bused to the airport early. They cannot take anything at all back to RTC on Friday evening.
For Friday, if they are going to visit with you in the hotel room for a few hours, bring something comfy for them to lounge in, like boxers or sleep pants/sweat pants. They really just want to relax. LOL, and take a shower without sharing with 80 other guys!
Homemade snacks are a terrific idea!
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Permalink Reply by Eva on
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Erino - http://evataylorthompson.blogspot.com/2014/11/navy-boot-camp-pir-fo...
Honestly, he'll be happy just to see you. I have a list of all the things that I brought for my husband when he graduated last year. What you can bring kind of depends on how much extra space you have. I brought A LOT! But keep in mind you can always go shopping too. There is a huge mall right by base if he feels he needs or wants something.
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