An active-duty member of the U.S. Marine Corps recently visited Patriot Point with her two sons for a midweek retreat hosted by Hope for the Warriors.

The family enjoyed a peaceful stay and also enjoyed fishing and making smores at a bonfire on the beach.

“She was nominated as a deserving marine who goes above and beyond,” said Jenna McDonald, manager of sports and recreation for Hope for the Warriors. “She’s been working hard and school starts soon so we said, ‘Why don’t you and your boys take a break, reconnect and enjoy the summer?’ “