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Laura
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When my oldest son signed up and was given his ship out date there was almost 8 month delay. I though I had plent of time...well that didn't happen. Next thing I knew it was time for him to go and I had less that 3 weeks to plan the party. That wh...
I have always had a lot of pride and satisfaction of watching my sons grow us and become men. I was very proud when he left home for boot camp. Nomy son being in boot camp didn't bother me. I feel that even so, being sad or crying when your child ...
Remember that you are his "little girl" and always will be. Empty nest is hugh. I can't believe how devistated I was/am. My youngest will be leaving this coming year. I always thought it would be great.....not always. Parts of it are good, like se...
Jessica as a mom with one son who jus finished A school and is going to be stating power school soon and another son waiting to sign up, I would say talk to your paents. You are an adult, young women and are able to make your own decisions. You ha...
Amya, Ican't agree more with the what is witten here. You need to tkae the step back and let him handle it. Both of my sons ook care of everything by themselves. My oldest didn't say a word until he needed our permission to join. That has been his...
melisa44646 Thanks for your support. My oldest is in the Navy already so I know the Navy works on thier own time. That is what is so surprising about not getting any response. We had a very different experience the first time around. we are now ge...
Hang in there. It does get a little easier. I cried when my oldest left and I didn't hear from him, he was by himself, and all the what if's. That is very normal. The crying and sadness will ease. You will get a letter soon. What I suggestis sendi...
I'm sorry you and your son are having problems getting answers. One thing you learn being a Navy Mom is patience. All will become clear when the Navy is ready to make it clear.
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- About me:
- I am the mom of 2 sons. My oldest is following his uncle and becoming a sailor. The proud look on his face when he was waived, is a look I will always remember an cherish. My son graduated from the same high school as I did. Both of his grandfathers were in the Navy and some great unclesand uncles were Marines. My family comes from a Law Enforcement back ground and I also work in that field as well is a different capacity.
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- To expect change.
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- It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.
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Is there a freeze on recruiting?
My oldest son is almost finished with A school and his younger brother also wants to join the Navy. He has been to MEPS and passed is physical. He has taken the ASVAB and was assigned(?) a job. He was supposed to go back to MEPS(?) with the recruiter to sign the paperwork. The night before he was supposed to go (I mean around 9 or 10pm) he got a call from the recruiter canceling and was told it would be rescheduled. That was around August 13th. Since that time my son and I have both called the r… Continue
Posted on September 10, 2009 at 12:08am — 10 Comments
Comment Wall (23 comments)
- At 6:27pm on September 10, 2009,
Tina(ship 12 div 377) said… - Hi Laura. Thanks and I appreciate all the kind words and what to expect!!
- At 6:35pm on July 16, 2009,
Angie (aka navy mom x 2) said… - Hi Laura..Well I would like to say it is easier the second time around..however I can't...but I can say it does help to know what to expect and I can encourage #2 Much better bacuase now I kind of know what happens and what to expect...I can say the crying isn't s bad and doesn't last as long but the hurt runs just as deep as the first time...this #2's first few days in...talk to me more in few day/ weeks and see how I am coping! LOL It does to help to have this wonderful site!!
We will talk soon!
Hugs~Angie
- At 10:16am on July 16, 2009,
Mary H in GA said… - Laura, Thanks for the idea and the encouragement. I had not thought of doing that (asking a different recruiter) I will give that a try. I know that his form letter will arrive any day now, I just can't stand the not knowing!!! Patience is not my strong suit! haha. It really does help to know others have been where I am (with the sadness etc) I AM proud of him but just feel like I had to release him and all of his childhood all at once, while other moms get more time, as their kids go off to college etc. Oh well thanks again for the boost, I needed it! Mary
- At 6:24pm on June 20, 2009,
Karen (KC's mom) said… - HI Laura, We are planning another Meet n Greet soon. The next one could be in Riverside area or Orange County. Add your name to the list if interested over in So Cal Mom's.
- At 7:34pm on March 1, 2009,
Karen (KC's mom) said…
- HI, It was good to meet you earlier at the get together. Hope to see you at the next one. You know I got turned around in that parking garage...going around in circles before I figured out that I needed to go up a level to get out of there! And as soon as I took care of parking before pulling out into the street, my hubby calls but nobody was behind me so had a moment to listen to what he had to tell me. God Bless & take care, Karen
- At 10:59pm on February 2, 2009,
sheri said… - Perhaps Chad will give in and let you attend. On the other hand perhaps he's trying to help you with the separation... I'm actually ok with not attending the swearing in. I think the separation was easier. I got my letter and his box of clothes today. It is one day short of a week. I was shocked! James says he's doing well , and that "they don't yell as much as everyone says, but then again he may be used to me! I look forward to staying in touch.
Sheri
- At 4:21pm on January 31, 2009,
sheri said…
- Hi Laura,
You are not alone on the "forthcoming information". I actually had to call my son's recruiter to see what time he was leaving. My son's recruiter came to the house to pick him up and take him to MEPS. I did not evern know that attending the swearing in was an option. It's amazing how much info I am able to find out on this website. I'm now checking it everyday. It will absolutely amaze James how much I know the next time I get to see or talk to him! Take care. BTW James got to GL on Tues night- 1/27, and called me at 2210 PST.
Sheri
- At 10:11pm on January 29, 2009,
lauri Lozano said… - Hi Laura,
I work in Riverside as a teacher, what high school did you graduate from? Ryan is 20 now and having second thoughts about going into the Navy, I think he is just scared.
- At 4:08pm on January 29, 2009,
Karen (KC's mom) said…
- Don't forget to check the info under Events and RSVP there for the Get Together which is in Long Beach.
- At 10:49pm on January 28, 2009,
Diane (Julian's navy mom) said… - How funny, Was his name Maurice? If so he just stopped by on Monday. He is the best we are like family I mean he really cares about our kids. we went to his daughters christening.He always call and see's how were doing or if we heard from Julian. He spoke with him when they were in port last week. When ever you need info just call him and he'll find out for you.
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