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**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.

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In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).

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How I managed my daughters ship date

I don't know if this is of help to anyone but this is my take on my daughter leaving for boot camp.

She had a rough year her Senior year of school. So when she told us after she turned 18 she enlisted in the Navy we were shocked and devastated. She and I are very close and I know she was thinking about it but did not realize how determined she was. I could not imagine not seeing her every day, in her room or hearing the jingle of her car keys when she came home from Tae Kwon Do. I felt she made her choice on ill advice or misguided emotions.

I have always teased her about being a hippie. She loves animals, especially her cat, she is vegetarian, does not buy products tested on animals and recycles and reuses everything. One day I realized that if she is willing to leave her beloved cat that she was ready to do this and so should I be. Let me tell you I had 8 months (DEP) to get used to this idea and I feel this did help and hurt. The first few months I just felt I had time, then the time kept getting closer. I cried almost every morning on the way to work, the first month was every day. My biggest problem was focusing on the LAST hug before she got on the bus for boot camp. I was afraid I wouldn't be able to let go. For me I had to tell myself that I could not make it harder for her. I heard the bus ride and first night can be hard for them as they question their decision to join and everything else in their life. I tried to make our last 2 months about fun things to do with her and seeing what she wanted to do.

I came up with a mantra I would say when I started to cry or feel that deep ache in my heart. I would say "Danielle is a strong, smart, capable, determined beautiful being she's got this!" I kept adding descriptive words until I stopped crying. Sometimes I would try to come up with different words than the last time.

I started planning out trip to see her the night she left and try to focus on when I see her moments. Her PIR is in 2.5 weeks!! I can't wait to see her. I look forward to that FIRST hug in 9 weeks.

There is no way that works for everyone. You know your recruit and yourself and you will find your way. Joining this group will give you more knowledge, and knowledge is power. You can do this! Stay positive . I hope this helps someone.

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Comment by BlueClover on October 24, 2017 at 11:49pm: Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your experiences. My experience with my son was similar and different and still your words resonate with me. I know we all share deep worries and fears for our children. I find comfort in not being alone. Thank you so very much.

Comment by Marcy ~ Corpsman Mom on October 26, 2017 at 9:50pm: What a wonderful mother you are, and I love your mantra - especially because it's true! My best to you and your daughter - it's going to be an amazing journey for you both.

Comment by Phoenixmom on October 27, 2017 at 12:10pm: Good Morning Bellproud, how you holding up? so you soon will have you a Sailor! Wow how proud you must be! I too have a Sailor in Great Lakes A school. If there is any info or anything you may need help with or questions don't hesitate to ask. So Excited and proud at the same time for your Daughter.

Comment by Grandma D on October 28, 2017 at 8:08pm: We were at graduation September 29th and most everybody was dressed casually but nicely no torn jeans no shorts. The weather will be cold so I suggest you dress warmly and slacks and a sweater would be fine. If you're not signed up for Sarge's meet and greet the night before graduation be sure you get signed up and go it is amazing

Comment by Grandma D on October 30, 2017 at 1:46pm: You will be very impressed with the young lady you meet at graduation. My granddaughter had dropped 14 lb she looked absolutely radiant and she loves the Navy and we're so glad she joined. I will tell you that you can go to the airport with them if they are going to an A School. Most of them will ship out the very next day but beware that there buses could leave for the airport at midnight on Friday or anytime in between then. If you want to wait with them at the airport you must be at the airport when they arrive so that when they check in they could get you a pass for you to be with them. We fully intended to do this until we found out the day of graduation we were leaving from O'Hare and they were sending her and a whole group out of Midway. We were able to meet up with a family that would take her things and her cell phone along to the airport the next day and make sure she got them. You will love A school because they have their phones and they can text you and you can email them. I was so shocked to watch these young men and women sailors there respect they showed to everyone was amazing. It seems they have grown into fine young men and women in the short period of eight weeks. Have a real good time and make sure you get to Sarge's meet and greet the night before graduation

Comment by shadiya526 on November 5, 2017 at 2:13pm: I needed this so badly! My daughter leaves next week and I'm heartbroken

Comment by NC Mom on November 7, 2017 at 2:51pm: I did a tremendous amount of praying and trying to think positive. Please make sure you all keep your phones close for those phones calls home.(ex. I am here, Just let you know...) Please know that everything will absolutely workout for the best.