January 17, 2026 The Marines Graduation Ceremony

Hello and huge Marine welcome. The day all the recruits have been waiting on. They all became Marines after the Crucible. The graduation ceremony was held on the Parade deck. Very special day for the Maines and the families. I was so happy and proud so very proud. We were both bubbling with joy for our Marine. Cooper. Congratulations Cooper. We are so proud of you. We love you Boopie. 

 It has been a grand day. Wanted to share the pictures with you. I’m so very tired. I think Cooper has had an overload of a day. When he got in the car he said Crystal I think you’re going to fast. Crystal replied I ain’t about getting a ticket on post. Much love to everyone. I’m signing off here I don’t even think I will be reading my book tonight. We have been in bed extra early these days out here in the west coast. 

Today is the twins birthday but we will celebrating with them next weekend. Happy Birthday Brooks and Baker age 2 today. It just seems like yesterday I was holding them in my arms the day they were born. Now they have their sweet little sister to share their birthday with. So much love and support. The greatest parents. I love them so much. 

Love, 

Dawn Gallop 

Good Vibes 😎 

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January 16, 2026 Family Day

Good Day! When you read this we will be heading to the graduation. Seating starts at 8:30 am Pacific time. It was pure joy and love seeing him after three months. We all are so very proud of him. So proud of everyone there today. These young men and women making a difference in their lives and our country. Thank you 🙏🏼 

Once family day had begun and their liberty started for a few hours to hang with mom, dad, Billy, Crystal, Skylar and Kenso. Cooper requested a meal from this food truck. It was a one hour and 14 minutes to get to order the food then another 50 minutes to get the food in his hands. He enjoyed his burrito barria.  

There was a lady selling gluten free keto chocolate cupcakes. Yep I bought one. It was delicious. 

Waiting….. with pure excitement! 

Back at the rental house Crystal and Billy got for all of us to stay at. If it wasn’t for them we wouldn’t have a place to even stay. I had suggested a hostel. I am so thankful they came. It’s been so nice being together. I am so happy and proud but seriously I’m very tired. We had Wal-Mart delivery yesterday. Tonight we had Jimmy John’s which was way too expensive. Billy had requested that. Bruce and I hadn’t probably ate there in five years or more. The last time was in Suffolk Virginia. Skylar and Bruce split a sub. See you guys tomorrow. Sending love and positive vibes. 

Best regards, 

Dawn Gallop 
 

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