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tena_harris1967 commented on Helen's group 'Ohio Navy Moms'
STAY AT THE DAYS INN- IT IS ONLY 1- MILE FROM THE BASE AND IT IS VERY REASONABLE AND VERY CLEAN WITH NEW SERTA BEDS- YOUR CLOSE TO THE GURNEE MALL AND EVERYTHING ELSE! THEY DO GIVE NAVY DISCOUNT! TENA
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tena_harris1967 commented on Helen's group 'Ohio Navy Moms'
Can anyone fill me in- My sailor finished boot camp, was sent to Groton Conn and I have gotten ONE call from him saying he was there and has started his schooling. What next- he didnt have an address for me or a phone number yet and hasnt called bac…
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tena_harris1967 commented on Helen's group 'Ohio Navy Moms'
Anita, you about made me cry. I dont know your sailor, but I am a "MOM" and YES they need someone there! I was ready to go to your sailor myself! Lol- But it is really very therapuetic for the family as well. Just do not stay at the Red Carpet Inn-…
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tena_harris1967 commented on Helen's group 'Ohio Navy Moms'
Anita, the sailors have to report back every evening by 9:00pm, no exceptions. I thought that was kinda crazy because they have worked so hard on everything, they should be allowed to stay with family. My son is married and he wasnt even allowed to…
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I am the mother of 4 children and have been married for 19 years. I am currently in the 3rd year of College for my (RN). My son has just recently graduated from boot camp and is in the process of being transferred to Connecticut (we think). We are from Hicksville,Ohio- Yes thats the Name- and I am really having a hard time with this whole Navy thing. I am very proud of my son, but he and his wife just found out that they are expecting a baby Jan 3rd and now they wont be around for us to love and enjoy them. I am very sad and will miss them terribly.
I am here to support or represent my:
Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy Career?
Enlisted
When I heard “Navy,” I:
Was proud and encouraged it
From my experience with the Navy, the most important thing I learned was:
So far not alot, just that they change what they have told him in the beginning, but I have also always heard that the Navy takes care of their people and are very good to them.
Through this Navy experience, I now believe:
It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.

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RED CARPET INN

If anyone is heading to Great Lakes, ILL for graduation- DO NOT , I SAY- DO NOT STAY at the RED CARPET INN. It was the most discusting Hotel I have ever stayed in. Our feet were BLACK when we took showers, the water turned black because of our feet! GROSS! We couldnt breath at night due to probably mold of some kind. Our neighbors said their feet were also black. The Beds were at least 30 Years old and hurt our backs, the service was very unfriendly in every way. Just wanted to save you the mone… Continue

Posted on July 11, 2009 at 9:30am — 3 Comments

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At 3:05pm on July 20, 2009, Julie said…
I am now a recruiter, but up until 2 years ago I did patient care. I think it is an awesome professional as there are so many avenues you can take
At 11:36am on July 20, 2009, briansproudmom said…
Hi Tena....Thanks for the info. What hotel did you stay in IL.? Did your son have to return the next day or was it hours that he had to return?
At 2:11pm on July 19, 2009, Pat said…
Here is the link to Groton's A school sub group: http://www.navyformoms.com/group/grotonctsubschoolaschoolmoms

This is a link for the base there: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/NewLondon/index.htm
At 2:02pm on July 19, 2009, Pat said…
Is your son in Groton?? I'm assuming he's going for sub training?? If so, look for the Groton or Sub group. Congrats on choosing a career in nursing, come join our group, Navy Nurse Mom's. Pat
At 10:20am on July 18, 2009, Kimmy P said…
Hi Tena,
I'm not sure exactly what will be instore for your son in Conn. My sailor is in Hawaii. Is your son on a sub or surface ship? I know what you mean by having your first grandchild and not being there like you'd like to be. My husband and I have a granddaughter that turned 4 in March. It has been tough not to be there as she grows. We miss her terribly. We have "little visits" on the web cam. Be sure to invest in a good web cam so you can have "little visits". I know it's not the same as being there, but I'm so thankful for our "little visits". We've become pretty creatative with our visits. We play go fish, read stories, tell jokes and rock out. LOL! I was in your shoes, at one time. Very sad and didn't like the distance. We just found a way to embrace it and be there.....along came the web cam! Welcome to N4M! You will meet so many people the share the same feeings you have. :)
At 11:43pm on July 17, 2009, Amber said…
Hello Tena, Welcome to Navy for Moms!! Always happy to have another Ohio mom!
At 7:28am on July 17, 2009, Bikerwife said…
Hi Tena I am from Celina , were about an hour apart I know this because my niece just married a guy from that area So I was near there last Sat. My brother married someone close to Hicksville too.
At 10:10pm on July 15, 2009, Mary K said…
Thanks Tena, you just might be hearing from me. My son is in BC and hopes to graduate Aug, 28th. We're staying at a Holiday Inn Express. They gave us a Navy Grad rate & thought it was a good price. Hopefully we'll get to spend the weekend with him, not sure what we'll do. Was thinking he might like to do a relaxing weekend..... maybe movie? Would appreciate any suggestions you have!
At 8:33pm on July 13, 2009, JenGen said…
ok i looked it up. Had to find out if you were near. Heck no. Grafton is just southwest of Cleveland. I did change my res. to the Ramada. The pool will keep the teens from being bored I think. lol
At 12:48am on July 13, 2009, JenGen said…
I'm going to have to look up Hicksville in where it is from Grafton, Ohio. Sounds familiar, unless i'm thinking Hinkley.

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