1. Your name (as you would like it to appear on the website):

Louise Luther

2. Where did your soldier attend basic training?

Ft. Knox KY

3. When did he attend basic training?

July-07-Sep-07

4. How often did you hear from him? (Phone and letters)

Letters - maybe 1 a week. Phone - maybe 3 times the whole time he was there..

5. How long was it before you heard from him the first time?

Close to 3 weeks or so I got a text that he was in receiving and then took about 3 weeks to get a letter.

6. How long did it take to receive a mailing address for him?

Approximately 3 weeks and then it had changed as well.

7. Were there any restrictions on what you could send him?

Only dared to send him letters. Don't try to fool the drill sergeants if you don't have to.

8. Were you sent information about family day and graduation?

His parents were.

9. Did he have a family day? If so, please describe.

He had a Family day however he was not allowed off base. It was from 9 am to about 9pm or so. Just basically got to talk to them and wander around the base a little.

10. Please describe the graduation ceremony.

Long--- It is a great ceremony, the speaker was very good. Just make sure you get there early if you want to actually see

11. Is there a website for his basic training unit? Is there a place to see pictures of his training online?

I am not sure. He did buy the DVD though of his unit that was a tad bit interesting to see.

12. Any other tips or information?

Do NOT write letters to them in Basic that are sad if they are even slightly seen upset or depressed they go into LOS(line of sight), which means they are always watched. Basic training is not easy for anyone but you need to be strong for your man and really encourage them.

Thank you!