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Boyfriend just shipped off tool bootcamp and i couldn't be sadder!
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Permalink Reply by ProudPrayinMom Ship 003/Div 354 on
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Sorry you are missing him so badly- I'm sure it hurts a lot. Start writing him letters now, put it in an envelope, & number the back. Start numbering the back of your envelopes- stack them up & keep writing until you cant write anymore- everyday. Keep these in your drawer until you get your form letter that will be sent in a couple weeks- confirming his address. Remember - you need each other to be strong- write encouraging, positive things- write about your day- whats happening. I know it's hard when your heart is breaking & ur going nuts- wanting info & waiting to hear his voice. Learn this website- just start looking & reading- it has a section for first time here- it will get you started. Don't worry you will not feel alone & know others are going thru this too- you will feel better. Be strong for him as he will be strong for you. Hang in there- it will get easier to cope with. I feel for you- write things that will compliment him & encourage him- not bring him down or sadden him- hang in there!
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Permalink Reply by Cynthia022312 on
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Thank you :( i just feel so helpless. I cant stop but just cry my day away. I really hope i dont stay like this for a long time. I really hope this next 8 weeks fly quickly </3
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Permalink Reply by Mariah Joe on
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Hey girl I'm going through the same thing. My boyfriend is in bootcamp as we speak. It's hard at first to be honest but what really helped me was to start researching what he'll be doing on a day to day basis. Finding out information will definitely help ease your mind somewhat. Another thing I did was write him as soon as he left and once you get his address you can start sending letters. Trust me he'll look forward to those letters everyday because he can re-read them. When you get his first couple letters I can assure they will be sad and of him being down and possibly regretting his decision but that because the RDC's make it hard for them the first two weeks to make sure it's where they should be. It's their moment of truth so to speak. in your letters be happy and tell him how proud you are of him and here's your chance to get creative with your letters. Just make sure to not write on the backs of the envelop until he's asked his RDC if it's alright sometimes they get in trouble and definitely don't send him cards of any sort because they do get in trouble for that. The third or fourth week you should get a phone call from him :) It'll be short depending on if it's rewarded or not. Other than that researching what he's doing and looking and planning ahead keeps you busy as well. If there's is anything you need girl I'm here for you :) We girlfriends have to stick together.
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