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Unprepared
16hrs since I received that scripted phone call from my son. Unaware of the "scripted" part and or length of phone call (48 sec). I could hear stress in his voice. Also unaware of being able to have accompanied him to his recruiter meetings for preparation on what to expect after final swear in. Maybe he thought I wouldn't have been as supportive had I attended. Definitely unprepared for this journey. Never been away from my three children. My heart feels heavy. Experiencing detachment with my children becoming adults and leaving NEST that's been built with a strong foundation with walls insulated with ADT security. Now not even being able to communicate with my middle child and only son. I feel as if I'm grieving or had a loss. Emotions from PROUD, SAD, UNCERTAIN, EXCITED for his journey, and LONGING to hear him say "I'm going fishing". Never thought it would be so hard to fold his clothes, walk past his door, pick up his shoes, or not hear his car crank. Wondering if there are other navy moms who have experienced these feelings? Today only cried once and here I am writing without tissues thanks to the support from another navy mom (whose ex navy chief).
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Permalink Reply by eeyoregirl ship 14 div 031 on
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My baby left October 7 th and because he missed the run I couldn'tsee him at PIR. I was very depressed over the holidays and lack of communication but he has his cel now waiting for A school to begin and we talk alot which makes me feel better although I cannot see him.
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Permalink Reply by carafid1 on
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I promise you it does get better I am on the other side now my son graduated nov 15th. We worry everyday join the FB for her division it helped us all get thru we shared our mail stories and supported each other when I met my son at graduation he laughed at me and how nuts we all were they were fine the first 2 weeks are hard then they settle in. Good luck to your soon to be sailor. I was in the navy too and I loved it
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Permalink Reply by Ladybird on
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Going through the same thing. Cried when we received his box on Friday. Now waiting on letter.
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My son left TODAY and I feel the same way. He has NEVER been away from me or his sister that is 10 months older than he. I thought that I wanted him to leave the NEST, but now that the time has come I'm having a hard time coping. When I was preparing dinner tonight I teared up!! It's just the little things! I have not gotten my "scripted" call, but I did get a call when he landed in Illinois. I could hear that something was not right then, he did tell me he had a headache, which is rare, so I'm stressing that they won't give him anything for it. I'm sitting her now with the phone in my lap waiting for that final call!!! This page has been a "life saver" and I'm thankful for other moms that have the same feelings.
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My son has been gone 4 months. I miss him terribly but it does get better and you will have days you don't tear up. But the first few weeks are hard. Be proud and strong. They will survive. We are all here for each other. As soon as you get his pir date you join that group too!!! There are Facebook pir groups too!!
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Permalink Reply by Michelle on
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Hang in there moms! It really does get a little easier with time. My son left for boot camp on Dec. 3, 2013 and graduated on Jan. 24, 2014. While, I'm still struggling to let my sailor grow up, I can get through most days without sobbing uncontrollably. Tears still well up in my eyes but it's about every other day now. And, when that happens I can send him a quick text or call and hear his voice.
I do want to encourage you to please be sure to write your SR everyday! And, ask others to write as often as they can. My son said it was the worst feeling in the world to not get a letter during mail call. Sooo, I got the idea from this site to host letter writing parties! It's a great way to get your SR's friends to write! My son wanted to know about what was going on at home and in the world of sports. So, that's what the friends wrote about... who beat who or who was going to a bowl game or who lost a coach or got traded to what team. My son was so grateful for those letters! Just remember your SR won't have much time to write responses so please don't expect responses right away and not everyone will get a letter back. I often had to remind myself, our friends and family that "it's about supporting him, not about us. Just KEEP writing!"
The "U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command" also has a facebook page where they do a Tuesday trivia. Whomever is the first person to answer the trivia question correctly gets to request a picture of their SR's division. If you're interested, give it a try on Tuesday mornings. GOOD LUCK!
Anyway, hang in there ladies! And, welcome to our Navy family!
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We totally understand, you are not alone. My only child, a son left for the Navy 3 years ago. I thought I would die. Booth Camp is the hardest. I promise it will get easier. But it has been the best thing that has ever happened to him. He is a whole new person. You still have 2 more at home so you are lucky.
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I understand too My son left Tuesday for Boot camp I cried most of day!! I cant wait to get a letter! I want to know he is ok!
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I am with you. Mine left Wed. I am on day 4 without my SR. I actually just broke down a few minutes ago because I was washing clothes and there were still a few of his dirty clothes left in the hamper. I have had 1 day so far without tears but I have been told it gets easier. It helps ALOT having all of the moms on here and the fb page
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I am at the same point as you, however I watched the Bootcamp videos on youtube. It shows you the scripted part so I was prepared. My son left Wednesday and I am sad but happy. I miss him but know that he is with me.
Try watching the youtube videos, it will make you feel better. You can see what they will be doing.
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Permalink Reply by Trish on
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Hi I'm new here love this site!! My son left wed as well and I'm a mess! Got the phone call and yet I still sit and worry, can't sleep yet- also my ex hubby is wanting a grad ticket and I hear each recruit only gets 4- does anyone know about this yet??
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