 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. On behalf of Brigadier General Heritage, the commanding general of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot and Western Recruiting Region, I want to virtually welcome you to the Family Day message for Echo Company. My name is Colonel Matt Palma, and I am the commanding officer of the Recruit Training Regiment. I am assisted in my duties by my senior U.S. leader, Sergeant Major Paul Egan, and together we have had the distinct pleasure of observing your Marines throughout their training. And we couldn't be more proud of what they have accomplished in a relatively short period of time. That said, we know that our job would have been much more difficult had it not been for the solid foundation that you laid for them back at home. And for that, we are eternally grateful. There's a couple other groups that I'd like to recognize today for their contributions to their success. First, if you've served in any branch of the armed forces, whether under the watchful eye of peace or during the time of war, your service serves as an example for all Marines and especially the new Marines of Echo Company. Thank you, veterans. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. The next group I'd like to recognize are the Marines that proudly wear these yellow t-shirts, for they are the officers and drill instructors of Echo Company. Had it not been for their hard work and determination, the transformation from civilian to recruit and recruit to Marine wouldn't even be possible. Do you know that there's been a drill instructor with your new Marine every moment of every day and night since they stepped on our famous yellow footprints? That sort of dedication doesn't come without tremendous sacrifice. Their young families have endured long periods of time away from their Marine for the benefit of your Marine. So I'd like to take an opportunity to publicly thank the officers, drill instructors and families of Echo Company for a job well done. Well done Echo Company and we hope you enjoy your outpost. Now speaking of families, we know that great Marines come from great families and your Marines are absolutely no different. We know how difficult it has been during this pandemic and how disappointed you must be that you can't be here today for our traditional family day celebration. But it's my understanding that a couple of you have gotten golden tickets. They will be joining us tomorrow with a graduation of Echo Company and the opportunity to see your Marine for the first time in over three months. I'll tell you we just completed the motivational run. They are healthy, fit and happy. And like all Marines, pride themselves on being the most ready when our nation is the least ready. So while you're here with us tomorrow, enjoy your time. Be proud of your Marine. Continue to support them in their training and in their service. It goes a long way. But for those of you that can't join us, we appreciate your support. And don't worry, when your Marine does eventually get to take some leave, I'm sure they'll have plenty of sea stories that tell about their legendary drill instructors in their time at MCRD San Diego. But until then, continue to love and support your Marine throughout their training and their service. And know that your Marine Corps will always be ready and remains Semper Fidelis. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Martinez. And I am the Senior Drone Instructor of the 4Latoon 2001er1. And these are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Scott. And I am the Senior Drone Instructor of the 2,202. And these are your Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Casey. And I am the Senior Drone Instructor of the 4Latoon, 2,103. And these are your Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Sergeant Carroll. The Senior Drone Instructor of the 2,005. And these are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Abel. I am the Senior Drone Instructor of the 4Latoon, 2,106. And these are your new Marines. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Staff Sergeant Teraba. The Senior Drone Instructor of the 4Latoon, 2,107. And these are your new Marines.