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Permalink Reply by Julyasmom on
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My girl leaves tomorrow...so I know how you feel. We can do this though!!!
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Permalink Reply by ProudNavyMom on
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Hang in there.. the first few weeks are tough...but keep your phone next to you because that call you long awaited for will give you a sense of relief and happiness. It seems like forever, but keep busy and before you know it you will see her graduate.
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Permalink Reply by NORBELY on
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Hi CONGRATULATIONS !!!!
How exciting !! Yes you will miss her,but let me tell you there is no other feeling than the feeling of Pride for Ones Child. I was so proud each time I said my son is in the Navy and I'd get responces like Thank him for his service.And that look of admiration you will recieve from family,friends and strangers. I believe that all our young men and women should serve our country at least one year to get experience in this kind of lifestyle. You will here from her soon,first a box with her stuff,next a phone call. Stay strong she is in the best Place .
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Permalink Reply by Indiboxer on
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My advice is to write and mail your letters every day. I started writing the day my son left. By the time I got the letter with his address I mailed 11 letters. It helped me as much as it helped him to receive mail. I wrote 51 letters. His PIR was this past Friday and he thanked me for writing. Also, his sister and our dog wrote at least once or twice a week. Prayer helps too.
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This is so true,
I also wrote my son as soon as soon as I recieved the addressI . I found that it helped me emmotionally,and was able to keep him from being sad and worried about us.I also sent him pictires along with letters.Giving out the address and have friends write is also conforting to the them.Oh Yeah !!! They love care packages and make sure you send extra goodies for those that have no families to write them.God Bless
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