Collin Gosselin Expresses “Gratitude” to Dad Jon Amid New Chapter

Oops, you blinked and Jon Gosselin and Kate Gosselin‘s sextuplets are now high school graduates.

As for what the former couple’s 19-year-olds are up to next? Well, Collin Gosselin, who alongside sister Hannah Gosselin lives with their dad, shared a heartwarming Instagram post about his plans for this next chapter in his life: He’s enlisting in the military.

“Next stop Parris Island,” he wrote, referring to the site of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot, “and soon after I will be studying Mechanical and Industrial Engineering in college! Can’t wait!!!”

In his June 22 message, Collin also expressed gratitude toward the people who helped him on his journey—including Hannah, who he posted a snap with in their graduation robes.

“I want to first thank my amazing sister, Hannah, for standing by me and supporting me, she is my number 1,” Collin wrote. “I would like to thank my dad, who has taught me so much about running into hard times and moving past them, about resilience. Thank you dad for always supporting my decisions, and having my back when I bite off more than I can chew.”