On Monday,March 23rd, Mitch took the oath of office and joined the United States Army. It was actually really thrilling to be there and hear him promise to defend the liberties and rights of America. Mitch and I were talking afterward and we both agreed that what he had pledged to do was right in line with our beliefs and the values that we hold so dear. I'm so proud of Mitch and his accomplishments and joining the Army will only further those I am sure. The Army will not only pay for the next 3 1/2 years of dental school but will also give him training that most dentists do not receive. He has the opportunity to do a type of "residency" in which he can pick a couple specialities to practice such as Pediatric dentistry, which he is really excited about. The Army gives him the opportunity to not only do a year of Pediatrics but also another speciality if he chooses. So in other words he could get a lot more exposure before he starts up his own practice, which is always beneficial.It's an eight year commitment, 4 years of which will be active duty, meaning he'll be attached to a base and will be eligible for deployment. The other 4 years will be in the inactive duty, which means he might be called up if absolutely necessary, but he'll be last on the list so to speak. Addie and I are very proud of Mitch for accepting such a responsibility!! but we know we're along for the ride too!! Saddle up!
Mitch with Lieutenant Colonel Wickman as he repeats the oath




Mitch and his new Army Family, Addie was of course asleep for her Papa's big moment!