What a first day it has been! From check-in through the kick off party at Fado’s (and more), ’85 is reconnecting and bonding.  It is wonderful to see old and new friends, catch-up, start to tell sea stories and more!  Even the USNA Superintendent, Vice Admiral Carter ’81 spent time mingling with we ’85ers.

Many photos were taken – some have been posted to FaceBook and others have yet to be shared.  Here is a sampling of some:

Tomorrow’s schedule:

• 0800-1500 – Rick Campbell at the Mid Store signing books
• 1000-1100 – Memorial Service
• 1030 – Larson Hall Dedication – Mahan Hall
• 1100-??? – HERNDON 3.0 – Bring raingear, towels, 80’s attire, and change of clothes!
• 1350 – Supe’s briefing – Alumni Hall
• 1800 – Dinner – Stadium Banquet Facility

Shuttles start departing the Hilton Garden Inn for the Westin at 0800 and at 0830 from the Westin to Gate 1.  Please look at the shuttle schedule for more detailed information.

Get rest and prep your positive attitude for tomorrow!

I took an early morning stroll over to the Yard and stop by the Mid Store to see Rick Campbell.  I brought my copies of Trident Deception and Empire Rising with me which he gladly signed.

Rick Campbell signing Angela Orlando’s copies

If you haven’t got your copies, take a walk over today, tomorrow, or Saturday and get your copies!  Remember, each book sold this weekend is a donation to the class fund to help defray the cost of our fallen spouses’ widows attend the reunion.  If you already have bought copies, please let me know which books, where you got them, and the format as each book bought by a classmate is also a donation.

Thank you so very much, Rick Campbell!