Monday, July 31, 2006

Pinned

Hello everyone. Wanted to share some more great news with you all. Ok, so nothing would be better than to hear that Tam was finally back home. From you mouth, to God's ears. Nope, not hear yet, but soon.

Anyhow, since Tam has been in Iraq, he's obviously been keeping himself busy. He's study MCMAT's (the Marine Corps martial arts), which he received his Tan belt. Also, he has been studying for his FMF (Fleet Marine Force) pin. For the civilian folks, this is a wonderful achievement.

Tam's not one to boost, but you know me I am!!! So I'm telling you. He passed his written and practical. Then they have what they call murder boards. This board prepares you for the actual oral board (where you walk through everything they could possibly as you). From what Tam says, it's rather gruely, but it's to make sure you know your stuff. He said, "it's not difficult, there's just a lot of stuff and so little time to let it soak in." Getting back to my point. Tam certainly knows his stuff, as he passed his murder board and then the actual board itself.

Sweetheart, I have already told you how proud I am. I mean that more than you'll ever know. Keep up the drive and am for what you want the sky is yours.

Oh, though ya'll might would like to enjoy some pictures.

Love ya & congrats again, sweetheart.


Getting pinned by another woman during the ceremony. Okay so we'll have a chat when he comes home. Just kidding!!!

Proudly displaying his hard earned certificated. Congrats again, sweetheart!!!

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Good job on the update Nyoka!!
Congratulations our dear Tam on your accomplishments - we're very proud of you.
The time is slipping by rather quickly as it's now August - YIPPEE!! We'll all breath a sigh of relief when we know you are home with Nyoka & Dominic (& all of us too, of course).
Positive thoughts & daily prayers are sent your way.

Your Loving Bishoff Family

Anonymous said...

Congraulations Tam! This is finally the last month and then you'll be home. This month will go by real fast. Be safe and I'll talk to you later.

Love,
Chris

Anonymous said...

Tam,
Congratulations (FMF) Warrior.
Wishing you a safe return to
your Family...God Bless you, Nyoka, and Dominic.
Your Friend from USS NIMITZ
HM1 Raleigh