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Messages to My Deployed Marine

December 22, 2011
By Donna Jones

 

A collection of messages, emails and Facebook posts to my deployed Marine ...


December 8PM

Missing My Deployed Marine

December 13, 2011
By Donna Jones

Dec. 9th

So many thoughts, so many feelings rushing, rushing through my head. I was dizzy, numb, lost.

Yesterday, William left for Afghanistan.  My anchor was gone. I felt like a lost balloon.

Before William left, I had to take Jacob into daycare. Driving home, I realized that I felt secure in knowing William would be home when I got there.  How many times did I simply take that for granted?

MY story

May 25, 2011
By Donna Jones

In 2008 my husband was deployed in Iraq. He left when our son was 4 months old. My story isn't unusual; unfortunately it's quite common. This is MY story and if you'd like to keep reading I'll share a little of it with you.

By Donna Jones

”Service Etiquette does this apply to both navy and Marine Corps. Interested planning a wedding and info on sword drills.”

LT Hoover, USN Retired

The same traditions apply to the US Navy as do they do for the US Marine Corps. 
I have listed a few instances and guideline you may find helpful.

Navy and Marine Corps - The Arch of Swords

By Donna Jones

My name is Donna Jones; I currently live in V.A., I work for the Marine Corps Association.  I am married to active duty Marine officer Major William R Jones and I am the lucky mother of a beautiful little boy.

What are the rules on the use of calling cards in the Marine Corps?  What are the requirements for having cards made?  When & how are they used?