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A place to talk, ask questions, share story's. When your child leaves for boot camp its a long 8 weeks. We can all be here for each other.
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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
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Daughter left early 5 Replies
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questionaires to send recruit 14 Replies
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PIR date of January 22, all divisions 55 Replies
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Comment by DAVIDSmom 1 day ago - In my son's division some where grad-n-go and some where not it doesn't matter what your division your in it goes by what rate you are and where you are going to A school. The Navy is very unpredicatable you just have to go with the flow. We stayed at the Navy Lodge for $65 night and they were very accomadating they understand how the Navy changes their mind because it is run by people that are involved in the Navy. I hope this helps
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Comment by Janet R. (Ari's Mom) 1 day ago - Maria -- how did you nformat the labels you sent...the military way. I appreciate the suggestion!
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Comment by Steve's Mom 1 day ago -
Sandra,
Welcome to this roller coaster ride! I'm on this until the 12/30 PIR with my son.
My son in law started BC 2 years ago, on 12/12/07. Unfortunately for them (and us), they did not get a call home on Christmas. We didn't know about this great site of information, and we really hoped that "for sure!!!" the Navy would let everyone call home. Nope. :) If I were a betting person, they won't get to call if they just started...and if you happen to get a call, consider it a Christmas miracle! :)
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Comment by Tabitha 1 day ago - Goodnight Ladies, I am turning in early!
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Comment by Jcnbarb4RN 1 day ago -
I called the hotel (springhill suites) directly and told them that we were there for BC graduation and they gave us a rate of $69.00 a nite. I thought it was a good rate.
Sandra, you should be getting your box / form letter Monday or Tuesday. Either can arrive before or a day or two after the other. We didn't get a real letter until week 3 and the first real phone call during week 4. It's a ride, let me tell you! We are here to help you get through it! It does get better! Our son's graduation is January 15,2010 and we are looking forward to it!
Barb
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Comment by Tabitha 1 day ago
- ONLY 9 DAYS UNTIL I LEAVE....WOOHOO!
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Comment by Sandra whitfield 1 day ago - does anyone know if they will be allowed to call christmas day?My daughter just started the 16th so still going thru processing how long before you get the box or address letter
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Comment by mrswilli6 1 day ago -
Deib MKC I got my son's first letter Friday and almost framed it. I understand exactly how you feel.
Janice: my son's graduation date is also 2-12. He is in division 912.
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Comment by Toms Mom Ship 10 Div 067 1 day ago - I have to share that my son called today and he is so happy. His division is the best and they are breaking bootcamp records on tests and earned a flag .I am so proud.
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Comment by DebinMKC 1 day ago - Janice when I got that first letter I walked around half the day and wouldn't let go of it
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