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Comment by CJ's Mom on December 27, 2010 at 12:06pm

CJ also got to his room about 1:30 this am and was getting unpacked. He said mom I had to walk to the other side of the base. He was so tired. Anyway  for those who haven't left yet. Make sure these guys understand they have to carry their stuff from processing to their new ships and it could be a long distance.

 

Anyway looking forward to getting his new address.

Comment by jessi Gulfport A School mom on December 27, 2010 at 11:51am

J is still sleeping. We leave for the airport at around Noon (central). I don't know what I was thinking but I didn't ask for the day off!! I pretty much have to drop him off at the curb and give a quick hug goodbye. I guess that might actually be good.  It'll give him some time to get his head back in the game. I think i will request that he and his gf say their goodbyes here, before the trip to the airport. Too emotional. Am i mean?

I'm really excited for A school. It'll be kinda like when J was in his apartment across town (except he wont bring me his laundry and eat all my groceries). I guess the 5 months in his own apartment was good for both of us.

My dad gave him a stern warning about bringing his laptop, cell, and iPod. . . He said that studying is the most important thing - and don't get trapped by hanging with the other guys, or trying to keep one foot in his old life (laptop, fb, video games, ipod, text messaging, etc).  He said that when he(my dad) was in A school (air traffic controller) he studied like crazy.  After the days events were over, he'd still get a few hours of studying in. He's a really smart guy and but it was never easy. He warned J that it may look and feel like a college - but it's NOT college. You're expected to get your degree in weeks - not years. Focus on why you're there and what is important - leave the gaming and texting to once-a-week.

I thought it was great advice. And certainly not anything he'd really take from me - had to be from another Navy man.

I'll post again if he texts me anything interesting from the airport. 

Thinking of all of you - hope each day gets a little easier.

Comment by Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor on December 27, 2010 at 11:33am

B's mom, ((hugs)) to you. I am still tearing up this morning just thinking about A. Lori, My prayers and thoughts are with you, my good friend, as well as Ash and Drew. ((hugs)) to all of you. I'm so glad that you were able to go to the gate. Susan, your D and your special family are in my prayers today.  ((hugs)) to you all.  

My A called me last night (well, this morning) at 1:25 a.m.  He had just finished with his paperwork and still had to unpack his seabag.  After he finished that, he was going to bed.  Prepare your sailors, ladies, He was on the duty schedule this morning at 6:45a.m. and had to be up and out of bed by 6:00a.m.  Welcome back to the Navy!

Comment by NC_Susan on December 27, 2010 at 11:03am

Ah Lori. I am tearing up reading your post. D is in the shower now then we are leaving for the airport. I hope we have a experience like yours at the airport. It was interesting watching him pack his bags last night. I wonder how he is gointo handle it all in Pensacola.
Betsy - I'm so glad A made it safely. I can't wait to hear how they like it.
Penny - I'm also glad CJ made it!

Comment by Lori_KingsBay_USSRI_Radio on December 27, 2010 at 10:08am

A made it to Chicago and has boarded his flight to Rhode Island - amazing!  New York and Boston were closed this morning but Providence seems to be operating at least 1 runway.  I will be glad when he lands and even more glad when he arrives at base.  The East coast is experiencing very severe weather.  Hoping the duty driver can manage his way to and from the airport - will keep you all posted.  We all did well at the airport until the boarding process and then the flood gates opened.  A very nice lady came over and thanked Adam for his service and then thanked Ash, Drew and I for our allowing him to serve - that's when Ash lost it.  No charge for his bags - didn't even have to ask.  Gate passes for each of us too so we were able to wait with him at the gate.  The attendance thanked all military personnel flying today and requested they board along with first class.  He looked so incredibly handsome in his dress blues - unbelievably proud of him.  Fair Winds and a Following Sea to my soldier boy!

Comment by B's proud mom ship03 div027 on December 27, 2010 at 9:41am

I swore I wouldn't cry. Yeah, right! But as soon as I got in the van to come home I already had two texts from her, lol! It does feel easier this time knowing we can be in more contact than boot camp.

Comment by B's proud mom ship03 div027 on December 27, 2010 at 2:40am

Leaving to take B at 630am. I can't sleep. Watching her sleep :). Have so enjoyed these 4 days and am in awe of the change in her, so sure, confident, and independent. Hard to let her go again but can only see more positive for her coming!

Comment by Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor on December 27, 2010 at 2:05am

Penny, glad to hear he is on the ground for good now.  I hope you can get a good night's sleep tonight ((hugs))

Comment by CJ's Mom on December 27, 2010 at 1:56am

Cj has not called yet. after many fdelays in flight - I guess the plane was waiting for its crew to land. He has arrived in Chicago and has his bag. Got a ride to the base. I am still awaiting a call to see if he has a place to sleep.

 

I guess after reading your info Cindy I better go to bed. Take care see you all tomorrow.

Comment by Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor on December 27, 2010 at 1:46am

My A is now in Pensacola.  He was given a ride to the base with a "special ops guy"

 

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