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Janet
  • 39, Female
  • Pawnee, Illinois
  • United States
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Son unable to pass running test

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waiting for orders on ship 17

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Janet (Cody's mom) Ship 06 GOOD LUCK CODY!!

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Colleen commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
It is hard to believe it's already been a year. Sarah is in Norfolk and doing well.
October 12
Irene (Paul's Mom) commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
Paul left today for Dahlgren. He was very excited. Glad to have gotten out of the frozen tundra before snow arrived. I will let him know that Stephen is close by, maybe they can get together. It is hard to believe that it has been a year since the...
October 11
Andria commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
I told Stephen that Paul would be in Dahlgren. That's not far from Bethesda. Tell Paul to contact him when he gets there and maybe they can get together. Congrats to him and I know you feel refreshed now that you have finally got some time with hi...
October 4
Irene (Paul's Mom) commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
Just arrived home from Great Lakes. Graduation was great. Momma was so proud. Paul comes home tomorrow, then head to Dahlgren, VA next weekend for C school.
October 4
helene commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
wow !!!! that is so good to hear. what an incredible young man. If there is anything new on the issues you can pm or email me. Enjoy your visit to GL. Another rpoud moment. helene
September 22
Irene (Paul's Mom) commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
Helene, Colton is doing well. He is progressing, doing rehab, learning to do some paralympic type sports, hand cycling, javelin, etc. He has a great attitude and is such a fighter. We are very proud of him.
September 22
helene commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
yeahhhhh for paul !!!!!!!! Hope all is going well for you also irene . how is colton doing. always in my prayers.. helene
September 21
Andria commented on Janet's group 'PIR 11/21/2008'
Go Paul!
September 20

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About me:
I have 5 wonderful children ages 20-5. I have 3 boys and 2 girls, they are my life. My 18 year old son Cody is now in Navy boot camp. I pray for him everyday but know this is the best decision he's ever made for himself. I know he has it in him, I just hope he knows that. I work nights as an emergency room nurse at a trauma 1 medical center in Springfield Illinois.
I am here to support or represent my:
William "Cody"
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy Career?
Enlisted
When I heard “Navy,” I:
Needed to learn more about it, Was proud, Was relieved, Encouraged him/her
From my experience with the Navy, the most important thing I learned was:
If I were young and not so out of shape, I'd be right there with him. I miss him, but am extremely proud of him for this decision. I've learned that as a mom I have to learn to let go so they can flourish into who they will become.
Through this Navy experience, I now believe:
Our relationship has grown stronger, This was a maturing experience, The Navy has a lot to offer, This was the best decision he/she could have made



When the "storms of life"
Gather darkly ahead,
I think of these wonderful words
I once read.
And I say to myself
As "threatening clouds" hover,
Don't "fold up your wings"
And "run for cover."

But like the eagle,
"Spread wide your wings"
And "soar far above"
The troubles life brings.

For the eagle knows
That the higher he flies,
The more tranquil and brighter
Become the skies.

And there is nothing in life
God ever asks us to bear
That we can't soar above
"On the wings of prayer."

And in looking back over
The "storm you passed through,"
You'll find you gained strength
And new courage, too.

For in facing "life's storms"
With an eagle's wings,
You can fly far above
Earth's small, petty things.


~ Helen Steiner Rice ~









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Marvin G Shields

This is my sons ship while in boot camp. His division is 006. Curious to see who Marvin G Shields is/was I googled him and found this interesting:
Marvin G. Shields born 30 December 1939 in Port Townsend, Washington, enlisted in the Navy 8 January 1962.Shields graduated from high school in 1958 and had moved to Hyder, Alaska, where he worked the goldmines. After construction training, he served with Mobile Construction Battalion 11, and was with Seabee Team 1104 at Dong Xoai, South Vietnam, 10 J… Continue

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At 4:11pm on May 6, 2009, Tina (Robbys Mom) said…
Hi Janet
how are you doing. i havent been on in forever. how is cody doing.
is he going to go back and try again. hope your well
tina
At 11:37pm on April 11, 2009, Catherine A Ponder said…
Thanks for the information. He said his Chief officer told him last week that if his running didnt improve , he will be sent home. Now, he has strep throat. He hasnt called lately, so I dont know for sure whats going on. Cathy
At 4:49pm on April 3, 2009, Catherine A Ponder said…
Hello, i saw one of your comments. My son was suppossed to PIR on March 13 th. He didnt because he couldnt finnish his run in time. Then, he was sent to the FIT div on ship 06. Since then, he has had bad chest pains, high fevers, shin splints and now a stress fracture. I am so frustrated and dont know what to think or who to contact. How long can he stay there ? I read your comment and I also just wish he would come home. Did your son ever go back to the Navy ? If he does...does he have to go through boot camp again? How do I call someone like his recruiter or whoever is in charge of him over there? None of them officers have ever called me. The Cardiologist did clear him, but he has been delayed plenty of times, and it just seems like something else pops up. Thank You. Cathy
At 3:54pm on April 2, 2009, Vicki, Proud Mom of Matt. said…
Did you like your stay at Quality Inn. I have it booked for my son's graduation May 1st. Let me know if it's a nice hotel. close to base?

Thank-you so much!
At 6:13pm on March 1, 2009, Linda (Shea's Mom) said…
How are you? How is your son doing? My friend Karen 'Navy' mom is going through her son's release from the Navy. He had heart issues. It is a long a hard process for both sides I can see. I don't think Damien will be able to try again though. Hope you are doing super....all of you! My son should be going into A school in a week. It is like pulling teeth to get information out of him. Let me know how you are.
xo Linda
At 10:22am on January 30, 2009, rebecca the crazy1 said…
I am excited for you ...Happy Day!!!! Just love him ( like you won't) I wish I could be there!!! Okay strong woman today is the day!
At 2:16pm on January 25, 2009, rebecca the crazy1 said…
Janet-
Thank you for saying I've been there for you....... YOU have given so much to all of us...........
At 4:49am on January 23, 2009, ADT Mee Mee's Mom said…
Janet, I was recently reading your post to ship 17 group and I have the same experience with my daughter. She developed shin splints and completed ALL of her training and couldn't pass the run section of the PFA, stayed in RCU from October doing therapy etc. Then one day she called and said the Chief said "We've been here too long, Medical called and told me I was being separated". So its been 3 weeks, she's completed legal and all just waiting to leave. Will your child have the opportunity to return? She can return to any branch in one year. She says she will be going back and I pray that she will and nothing happens during this wait period that would prevent that. Be blessed and keep praying for our children, they are proud, hard working individuals. Angie
At 10:44pm on January 20, 2009, Pam (Chris' mom) said…
Janet, sorry I haven't written sooner. Been making plans to go to Norfolk to meet Chris when his ship comes in this spring. They are already past the half way point and hopefully nothing happens to extend the deployment. How are you doing, how is Cody? Miss talking with you. Take care.
Lots of love and hugs
Pam
At 1:55pm on December 31, 2008, Linda (Shea's Mom) said…
YOU ARE THE BEST! Thank you! I will try to tie everyone up so they will take the time to listen to this. hahaha! xo
Linda

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