LCpl Michael Richman...

> 1. I think what it takes to be a Marine is heart. You also have to be in

> the best physical shape your body can get. When I think of a Marine, I

> think of a bad ass, someone you don't mess with. I like the fear but also

> respect you get from people back home, knowing your a United States

> Marine. Know your job, be dedicated, and have some motivation, and you

> will be an outstanding Marine.

>

> 2. The most influential people in my life would have to be my parents I

> have now. They raised me since I was a boy and kept me out of serious

> trouble, you can't stop everything. "Boys will be boys." I love them and

> I respect everything that they did for me in my life. Thanks Ron and Lupe

> Kalstabakken, my parents.

>

> 3. <> My best friend would have to be my beautiful

> girlfriend Brianna. One day, she will hopefully be my wife. Had to make a

> shout out to her. Brianna if you read this I just want to let you know I

> love you baby!

>

> 4. My favorite kind of music, hands down, rap baby.

>

> 5. My nickname that all my friends call me back home is Hollywood. One

> day I'm going to be famous, you might want my autograph.

>

> **Platoon Commander's Note: Congratulations to LCpl Richman who recently

> won a MEU(SOC) Marine of the Quarter board. He will be meritoriously

> promoted to Corporal on June 2nd.

>

>

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