Having done a tour in the Army - welcome to the mean green machine. As has been said, during basic training stand tall, but don't bring attention to your self. They are trying to make you part of the team, more you stand out the less of a team player you are. Let your action do your talking.

I would suggest that you do not bring a kilt to basic; this would be too weird for most Drill Instructors. In addition when I went through basic (0ver 30 years ago) all civilian clothes were take away and locked up for most of basic training.

Be part of the team, when asked to do something give it your best try. Trying and not succeeding is better than not trying at all. Also remember that your drill instructors are trying their best to teach you the skills that will make you a very - very old solider.

Good luck and thank you for your service to the country.