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My daughter graduated and two days later I watched her get on a van to head off to her new future. The hardest part for me is the lack of communication(oh I know why). But this is what she wanted and in a while I will adjust.
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Permalink Reply by Keith on
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Hi all and thanks for the replies. I just recieved a letter from my daughter and it was short and sweet. She is adjusting to to Navy life and is in a marching band there. The PIR date may be off so I will wait until the next letter. I have written 3 and won't send "too" many but enough that she has mail.
Yes I am very proud of her and let her know it.
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Permalink Reply by catkay on
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It is hard letting go. I remember wishing the years away and now I am wanting them back. It is hard to not have communication when you are used to at least a text here and there throughout the day. I am sure they are all doing well and learning new skills. Hang in there.
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Permalink Reply by maryann897, Ship 14/Div 274 on
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My daughter was in her 3rd year of college when she announced she was going to join the Navy. She was a DEP for a year, and we've had time to prepare. I'm so happy that she is following her dreams, but at the same time, I hate to see her leave. I will miss her with all my heart....beginning June 14th.
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My daughter did the same thing. But we focused on her education as she was. A bachlor and 3 minors. Well the elation turned into a vacumn. Hard to explain and the no contact is rough. Yes it is only for a few weeks, but not having that littlte communication there is hard. But as mentioned above by marine navy mom, my phrase to her;
Iam proud of you and I love you. That starts and ends each letter. Good luck to you and I will check in to see how she is doing. Chin up mom.
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Permalink Reply by jdmom on
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My son did the same thing 3rd year of college came home at Christmas and announced he wasn't going back. I think he has made a decision that is great for him. Good Luck to your daughter and to you come Monday. Enjoy your weekend with her.
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I know exactly how you feel. Helpless!!! My son is 614 miles away and I can't get to him when I want. I guess we all go through boot camp when this happens.
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My son left July 6th for BC and I just received a quick phone call last night at 10:00....now I wait for his address so we can start sending mail and pictures to keep his spirits up. Good Luck!
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