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very anxious
This is my first time experiencing this. My son, 1st born has always kept in touch with me. The no communication is the hardest part. I just started feeling better then the BOX came. Now I'm back to being upset again. I know he is being well taken care of, but its still hard. It just adds to my, "is he ok, is he happy, is he regretting his decision, will he get hurt" Its all just overwhelming. I knew this day would come, but I definitely was not prepared. This is the hardest thing I have yet to experience. The day I get to see him or even hear his voice will not come soon enough. However, I spent all last week reading posts and stories on this site and I will say that helped. Its nice to know I'm not the only one feeling this way. Plus having an idea of the way the process works has also helped.
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Permalink Reply by Riah'sMamma on
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It does get better u will soon receive a call most likely on a Sunday the letter do get delayed as u send them they can receive pictures make sure to date ur letters prayers for you to be strong
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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Maria, Calls can come on ANY day of the week, not just the weekends. See Phone Cards and Phone Calls. He is doing well or you would have heard. Things will get better for you once you have The Form Letter to send those letters to that you have been writing and then receive that first "real" letter in the next week. See Letter Writing & Fun Stuff/Questionnaires to send to your Recruit.
Check your My Page.
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Permalink Reply by Lori aka Hans Mom on
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I totally understand. I got my first letter from my son on 8/7/15 and my first phone call on 8/8/15. I could hear the stress and tears in his voice. He said to me "Mom, I think I made a mistake". It took everything I had to encourage him and let him know that everything is going to be okay. I miss him so much and I cannot wait to see him in Sept.
I continue to pray for his peace, joy, comfort, and love.
I would like to find other mom's who may have a son in the same group as mine.
Lori
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