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Page 20 ESPRIT By YM LCpl Theodore Burns Oregon Cascade OR Ethos A Greek word meaning char- acter that is used to describe the guid- ing beliefs or ideals that characterize a community nation or ideology. When I first went to recruit orien- tation I saw that the Young Marines were different. The crisp discipline motivation and confidence they expressed attracted me to the program and encouraged me to become a Young Marine myself. That attitude is what sets Young Ma- rines apart and why I continue in this outstanding program. This Young Marine Ethos is many things.It is accomplishing the mission and giving 110 percent working as a teamsharing the burden and rewards and being a leader putting others be- fore yourself and taking responsibility for your own actions and showing re- spect at all times to everyone around you and to yourself. Not only does this serve me well as I lead Young Marines during drill and events but it also serves me in my personal life when Im out of uniform. As I interact with my family and peers I have learned to carry myself to a higher standard than before I joined. Young Marine is a title I carry with me 247 and I strive everyday to live up to it in all that I do.This is what the Young Marines has done for me. In a world where immaturity and self-in- terest are quickly becoming not only the norm but also the desired ideal the Young Marines gives me a chance to learn and grow to become a leader and strive to be the best person I can. My Thoughts on Living the Young Marine Ethos By YMPFC Austin Reeves Oregon Cascade OR For the past two years I have had many experiences with the Young Marines. Many have been very memorable like participating in encampments Red Ribbon Week activities and marching in parades. Some have changed me physically like PFTs and some have changed me mentally like doing more than I thought I could ever do. One experience that changed me in a large way was Or- egon Cascades Young Marines recruit training. Before re- cruit trainingI was somewhat mischievous and disrespect- ful and I didnt have much self-respect. As soon as I noticed the Recruit InstructorsI was in shock and very nervous. Throughout recruit training I learned about many amazing things. I also learned about respect- ing others and myself as well how to stay in good shape physically. I consider every Young Marine to be a part of my family. If I have a problem they help me with my problem and in return I can help them. I can talk to other Young Marines as if they were my brother or sister. That is what Young Marines means to me - Family. Recruit Training A Chance to Learn to Change and Grow By YM PFC Janejea Minner Oregon Cascade OR When my parents divorced in 2009 I was very angry. My mom signed me up with the Oregon Cascade Young Ma- rines. I was only 8 years old and I remember being scared and confused. At first I did not like it. I did not want to be there but by the time I graduated from recruit training I had made some good friends. I felt like I belonged there. Being a Young Marine has taught me things that most of my school friends dont know yet. I know CPR I know how to march I know about safety and the dangers of abusing drugs but most of all I know how to handle being bullied. In grade school kids used to bully me and make fun of me because I am very tall for my age and having some prob- lems with my school work. But being a Young Marine taught me how to deal with the negative comments and gave me confidence to talk to my teachers and principal when the bullying wouldnt stop. I think I am a better person because of the things I have learned being a Young Marine. How Being in the Young Marines Helped Me A Few Thoughts From those in the Young Marines FAMILY