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Boot camp 11/23
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Permalink Reply by Mom of DDB97 on
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My son left 11/23 as well.
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Permalink Reply by TS' mom on
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Mine left 23rd as well. How do we know what PIR class they will be in? How are you doing today? I'm not doing very good...missing him so much.
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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Thomas's mom, you will receive The Form Letter, which will let you know the PIR date for sure. It will arrive next week--ten days after the recruit's arrival at the RTC is average. Arrival and What Happens at the RTC within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) will let you know what is happening and what to expect.
Check your My Page.
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Ok thank you. When does this get easier? I am having the most difficult time, worse than I ever thought. I feel like I can't function I miss him so much.
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Thomas' mom, you will get used to the new normal. Does it get easier? I don't know. Each person is different. I didn't cry when mine headed off to BC, but at odd times over the 6 2/3 years he was in the Navy, I would find myself tearing up or worse over the smallest of things.
Please do check your My Page and make the changes.
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Thomas' mom....Not sure if you were speaking in general or to a particular person, but I am doing OK. I have my moments where I break down, but that's to be expected, I am sure of. I know that God is in control and I have no doubts that he will take care of my child as well as our family throughout this whole process.
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