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Permalink Reply by CourtneyB. on
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*I feel completely LOST without him
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((((Hugs))))
The form letter with the address usually takes about 10 days so you should get that soon if you haven't already. Write to him everyday - stay upbeat as much as possible - sure tell him you miss him but don't dwell on that. Try to find stuff to DO each day that you can then write about to him - he's going to want to know you're ok and hear about life at home.
Actual letters from him are only going to be once a week (you'll usually get it on the same day each week since they write only on Sundays) and can take about a month before you get the first one.
If you're already struggling with depression and anxiety - do make an appointment with your therapist and stay on top of that counselling and medication-wise.
This is a good time to develop interests and hobbies that you can continue once he's out of basic and A-school - there are going to be times when he's deployed/at sea and you're going to want to have things to do. It WILL usually be easier after basic because there won't be the same communication restrictions - he'll have a cell phone and internet etc...in most cases. So hang in there and PIR will be there sooner than you expect.
Oh and once he's at A-school - if he's there longer than 20 weeks, do move there with him if at all possible and start to make connections and get involved with other Navy wives - they will be your support team
I'll keep you in my prayers
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Permalink Reply by gocougs on
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Good morning CourtneyG:
I know how aching my heart is for my son, I can only try to imagine the feelings you are going through... I'm sure it's very difficult. These forums are so wonderful to touch base with wives and family members who are experiencing the very same things. Continue to check posts, ask questions, and feel encouraged by their words and experiences. You CAN and WILL make it through this... you are stronger than you realize; and you won't discover that until you make it through trials and challenges. Writing/blogging will help as well... you can write him as much as you want. You will most likely only receive a handful of letters; but the writing on your part can truly be therapeutic. is PIR will most likely be 3/11 - but I'm just guesstimating that date. YOu will receive his form letter fairly soon; and even though it's very clinical and mass-generated - your heart will leap! I had to smile/laugh at the block lettering they make them write in as well....it's one of the first times I was able to actually read my son's writing! haha
Keep you head up, talk to others, ask questions... and know that you have a wide-spread support group right here!!! Hugs from WA state!
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Permalink Reply by mamaboat on
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Your letters are his lifeline. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to tell him how important and special your lives will be together as he advances through his career. He may only write you once a week. The letter may be brief. Don't be disappointed. He is working very hard. He is sleeping very little. He is totally out of touch with the world as we know it. He is depending on you for news of home, family, friends, etc. He looks forward to getting letters from anyone. The letters should always be uplifting and encouraging. I hope you can be strong for him. I washed my tears away in the shower and never let on how much I missed my sailor. Save them for when you are together again to show him how much you missed him. You can lean on other Navy wives and moms for advice as the weeks pass. Soon, you will see him and be proud of the change in him. Be his rock! I coped by writing every day. I wrote about the stars, the weather, the neighbors, the nightly news. I cried as I wrote sometimes, but I never told him I missed him. I always told him I was proud of him and looking forward to his success.
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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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.
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