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Son arrived at BC on 8/15. Anyone else?
I'm having a difficult time not having any contact with my son. I know he is ok but I can't wait to at least hear his voice!
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Permalink Reply by DramaSoul on
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Momof2...That is the hardest part. I was fortunate to have recordings my son had made (he sang and played in a bluegrass band). I would listen to those (still do!) when I miss hearing his voice. It does get better!
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Permalink Reply by Mumof2boyz on
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Thanks for the kind words. He hasn't been gone long but things are just "different" I have never gone more than a day without at least texting him. He has a younger brother who is having a hard time with him being gone. We are all new to this but are very proud of him!
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Permalink Reply by PaulaKylesMom (JapanNavyMom) on
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I can completely understand. I think the no contact is the hardest part. Like you said. He's ok. But still. My son is in Japan now. Our communication is pretty good but he left underway so now it's minimal. So hard. I counted Fridays when Kyle was in. Made time go faster for me.
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Permalink Reply by PROUDMAMMAOF2SAILORSSHIP11DIV383 on
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My son left from St Louis,MO on the 15th. the only call we got was at 945pm saying he was there. I hope to hear from him soon.
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Permalink Reply by Mandy on
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My husband left the 15th too. I'm anxious to know if he's okay and get his form letter to send letters... Maybe it's different than being a mom but it seems like as hard to me.
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Mandy I was a navy wife as well. It was hard then too. I really can't compare because I think everyone misses their loved ones. Whether its a husband son or daughter. Hang in there. This is a great support system.
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Mandy, I don't think it matters if its a son/daughter, husband, brother/sister, grandchild etc. I think its a huge adjustment for all involved. Its a very emotional time. I am beaming with pride but nervous and scared for him as well. I am glad that I found this site, its nice to have support from others who truly know how we are feeling.
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Mumof2...when my son graduated BC I told him I had been scared for him. I think it's just natural to feel that way about the unknown. Anyway he said " mom. Scared. I got 3 awesome meals a day met done awesome people. No reason that you should have been scared. Sure, we worked our butts off ( he didn't say butts though) but it was cake". I was like alrighty then. Your loved ones are in Pdats right now. Lots of yelling and screaming. Fittings for all their uniforms. :)
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Met some that is. This iPhone has a mind of its own.
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Pdays. I promise no more iPhone responses!
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