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I have noticed over time the same questions have been ask. So I put a little something together in hopes that it will be helpful to all of you.
What will there first day be like at BC? I wonder if he or she is ok. Check out this site, it gives you some idea what there first day was like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd7_yp0Hkwc
Can they take anything to BC with them?
Recruits should go with what they have on there back. Everything will then come back to you in "The Box" They can keep their watch, religious metels and a wallet. Along with some toiletries.
"The Box"
This will be hard. This was your first test. The call will come. Short and to the point. " I made it, I am here, I am fine, Love you, I gotta go" Then "Your kid comes home in a box " minus your kid. Yes, you will cry but you will be fine. Then the form letter comes. You have waited days for a letter, something and all you get is a form letter with a small note at the bottom from your recruit. But this is all good. This form letter is full of info. Now you can mail out all the letters you have been writting. Remember to send a few picture along with encouraging words. Lots of letters. Mail is like gold to your recruit. They live for Mail day every Sunday. They also get to write home every Sunday. So run to the mail box every Wednesday for your letter. Some recruits will get to call home. This is something that is earned. And the calls are very random. Strange times of the day. But its always nice to hear from them.
"PIR date"
There is a web site to check grad dates.
http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/upcoming_grads.asp
Your form letter should have given you your recruits Division Number. You will need this to check your PIR date. If your divison is not listed. Be patient, it will be. Once PIR date is given and you know your child is doing well. Then you can start making plans for your trip.
There are many hotels in the area. I would recommed to rent a car. It makes life easier. After PIR most Sailors will be able to leave. But make sure they are back on time. No gifts at PIR. Sorry to say they are still in BC. Sailors can not take anything back to base with them. Enjoy your weekend with you son or daughter. Love the changes they made, see the sites of Chicago. Live for the moment. It all ends way to soon. But it will be the best weekend of you life.
I love the fact that this site has grown so large. I don't mean to make lite of Boot Camp but if you don't put a little humor in your life what a sad world it would be. Hope to talk you all of you later. Donna
What will there first day be like at BC? I wonder if he or she is ok. Check out this site, it gives you some idea what there first day was like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd7_yp0Hkwc
Can they take anything to BC with them?
Recruits should go with what they have on there back. Everything will then come back to you in "The Box" They can keep their watch, religious metels and a wallet. Along with some toiletries.
"The Box"
This will be hard. This was your first test. The call will come. Short and to the point. " I made it, I am here, I am fine, Love you, I gotta go" Then "Your kid comes home in a box " minus your kid. Yes, you will cry but you will be fine. Then the form letter comes. You have waited days for a letter, something and all you get is a form letter with a small note at the bottom from your recruit. But this is all good. This form letter is full of info. Now you can mail out all the letters you have been writting. Remember to send a few picture along with encouraging words. Lots of letters. Mail is like gold to your recruit. They live for Mail day every Sunday. They also get to write home every Sunday. So run to the mail box every Wednesday for your letter. Some recruits will get to call home. This is something that is earned. And the calls are very random. Strange times of the day. But its always nice to hear from them.
"PIR date"
There is a web site to check grad dates.
http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/upcoming_grads.asp
Your form letter should have given you your recruits Division Number. You will need this to check your PIR date. If your divison is not listed. Be patient, it will be. Once PIR date is given and you know your child is doing well. Then you can start making plans for your trip.
There are many hotels in the area. I would recommed to rent a car. It makes life easier. After PIR most Sailors will be able to leave. But make sure they are back on time. No gifts at PIR. Sorry to say they are still in BC. Sailors can not take anything back to base with them. Enjoy your weekend with you son or daughter. Love the changes they made, see the sites of Chicago. Live for the moment. It all ends way to soon. But it will be the best weekend of you life.
I love the fact that this site has grown so large. I don't mean to make lite of Boot Camp but if you don't put a little humor in your life what a sad world it would be. Hope to talk you all of you later. Donna
Discussion Forum
PIR date of January 22, all divisions 54 Replies
Started by pinky7. Last reply by pinky7 5 hours ago.
PIR 1/15/10 and staying at Navy Gateway Inn & Suites
Started by BobsWife(Jennifer)-Ship13,Div052 6 hours ago.
questionaires to send recruit 12 Replies
Started by Kelly **gunnerJ's mom**. Last reply by mythreesons 9 hours ago.
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Comment by LisaCoMomOfSailorAaron on November 10, 2009 at 5:03pm -
Laura,
I just wish the recruiters would tell you about this website when our kids/husbands/wives/etc sign up.. We would be alot less stressed when they leave. I love this site and all of the others that I am a part of. Keep this going and good luck and lots of tissues for the new moms of recruits in training
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Comment by Kelly **gunnerJ's mom** on November 10, 2009 at 4:47pm - when i was on the plane from denver to milwaukee for PIR i had the priviledge to sit next to a vet who also went to great lakes for navy boot camp. we talked and talked about the navy, how things had changed, etc. was telling me about how they used to have to wash their own clothes and hang them outside. was a lot of fun talking to him and made the flight go really fast.
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Comment by Laura on November 10, 2009 at 4:43pm - Hi everyone well my son is at airport now. and this site has answered some of my ?. This is a great Idea.
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Comment by Margaret, 1 Sailor, 1 Recruit on November 10, 2009 at 4:29pm -
Good luck to all doing battle Stations this week and thise who did them this past weekend.
Calls should come around 4:30 for those of you waiting.
Make them tell you: "I'm a Sailor" Not just "I passed" or "Hi" You have been waiting eight long weeks to hear the three majic words!
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Comment by Margaret, 1 Sailor, 1 Recruit on November 10, 2009 at 4:25pm
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With my first son, I told my mailman. He said he was retired Army, so he understood. When it as his day for my house, and I got a letter, he would make sure I could se it. He was so nice and understanding. I guess I need to tell him I am now on my second one.
Check list:
I'm here call- check
Box- still waiting. (maybe Thurs.)
Call to recruiter- will do on Thurs.
Form letter- maybe this weekend.
Thanks ladies for all the support ya'll all give!
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Comment by Colleen on November 10, 2009 at 4:18pm - I live in AZ & have received letters on Wed, Thur & Fri! Every day of the week is stalking day. Mailmen beware!
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Comment by Tabitha on November 10, 2009 at 4:15pm - i think it's hilarious when ya'll "stalk" the mailman!!! I can just imagine a herd of women all over the world running up to him like it's Christmas morning and you're waiting for a special present! LOL I know I will get my letter when I need it the most!!
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Comment by Margaret, 1 Sailor, 1 Recruit on November 10, 2009 at 3:56pm
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I always received mine on Wed. (I live in Dallas) I know that Sunday is the only day the can mail them.
Yes, I became a stalker! every Wednesday, I would make a mad dash home to see if a letter was in the mail box!
Now, my stalking days have returned!
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Comment by Greenlo - 13/055 on November 10, 2009 at 3:22pm - kimbokatbo.....nice to know someone very close......PIR very close for you now, I hope the next 8-9 weeks goes by fast...even though it will be winter, I can't wait to get to my son's PIR.....
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Comment by DAVIDSmom on November 10, 2009 at 3:17pm - Thanks everyone at least I know when he calls I dont have to rush to talk to him.
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