is to know FEAR - there is so much mystery at USNA

is to know PRIDE - that one so young will aspire to such noble calling

is to know UNCERTAINTY - why hasn't he called?

is to know GRATITUDE - that a sponsor will take him in and treat him so well

is to know JOY - he likes it and is doing so well

is to know DESPAIR - he's on restriction

is to know FRIENDSHIP - others  who share your feelings and see you through

is to know FAITH - there is someone other than you working in your child's life

is to know AGONY - his friend was separated

is to know  a  THRILL - catching a glimpse of him in a parade or march on

is to know PERSEVERANCE - the Dark Ages forever; send another care package

is to know SUPPORT - their Sponsor whom you have never met, writes regularly

is to know ANGER - why does he have watch on the day you can visit?

is to know to keep PATRIOTISM - spend an hour in Memorial Hall and read allthe names marked .