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What are we allowed to send SR through mail?
My son left for BC just a week ago. We did not get a phone card because the recruiter said no they don't need one but now I'm worried he will not be able to call when he gets a opportunity because he does not have one. I know they can buy one there but not sure if he has the money to do that. Can I send one in the mail or will he get in trouble for that?
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Permalink Reply by CryptoDad on
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You can send phone cards, but the Recruiter is correct: Your Recruit can buy phone cards at the NEX. He has money for this. (Same goes for postage stamps.) If you do send phone cards, activate them at home. It will save time.
Read what the RTC Family Guide has to say about mail.
And also: http://navyformoms.com/group/bootcampmoms/page/letter-writing-fun-s...
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Permalink Reply by JohnsMom on
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Thanks for info. This waiting is hard but I have been told also no news is good news. We have his address that the recruiter gave to us but I have read a lot that says to wait until we receive the form letter with his address before we send anything. Is this true?
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Permalink Reply by GoNavyChic on
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I say go for it.My nephew graduated boot camp 3 weeks ago, and his mom also obtained the address from the recruiter before receiving the form letter. She wrote and sent a letter immediately, and her son received it.
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Obviously you chose to not read the RTC Family Guide
RTC asks that you not write until you get the letter from your Recruit. Disregard their request at your own peril.
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