It's Raining Hats

Well it's not actually raining as the weather has been beautiful in the West Country for the last couple of days.

Many people will probably know that Mark is in the Navy.  He has recently been working at HMS Raleigh as an instructor to the new recruits.  He loves doing that job because it is really 'hands on' and as someone who loves going to the gym and generally working out it gives him the opportunity to join in with the lads and help show them how to get through the grueling physical aspect of the training.  Not all of the instructors do this, some just sit and watch - I think it is a testament to Mark's character that he feels that if the recruits are doing it then the instructor should show that they are 'up for it' too.  Anyway, I am incredibly proud of him and yesterday I went to HMS Raleigh to watch his final class pass out.  It was a great ceremony, Mark's class had won every trophy available due to their commitment (and, I believe, Mark's excellent leadership ;) ).  This also meant they won 'The Guard' meaning that Mark as their Instructor had to lead the passing out classes onto the parade ground - he was brilliant.  My Mum and Geoff came with me too and it was lovely to see the pride on their faces when they saw Mark in his working environment.  I didn't take many photographs as I just took my little compact camera, but I was thrilled to catch the moment when the recruits finally finished the parade and threw all their hats in the air.

I also got this photo of Mark marching up with them, shame I seem to have caught it when his eyes were shut.

And finally, this was Mark's class.

I had a great day out and we are out again with the kids tomorrow :)

I have some scrapping stuff that I just need to photograph so I will share that with you soon.

Comments

[Nona]

So glad Marks class did so well - his hardwork has paid off :)I hope it has been noticed by the people on high!!! see you soon x

[Moreen]

We are certainly very proud of Mark it was wonderful to see how well he trained his devision and the respect he was shown as a great leader. Well done Mark for winning all the trophies you did a great job and definitly deserved them.