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A group for mutual support while our sailors are working their way through BUDS.
Members: 17
Latest Activity: Mar 15, 2017
Discussion Forum
Tissue holder, anyone?
Started by Icantrunfromheretothemailbox. Last reply by Icantrunfromheretothemailbox Jun 20, 2011. 15 Replies 0 Likes
I LOVE reading everyone's stories about graduation! At this point in "our" training, my eyes tear up just even thinking about the possibility of graduation! (Please, Lord!) I also love my embroidery…Continue
Polo (shirt), anyone?
Started by Icantrunfromheretothemailbox. Last reply by Rachel (SO Mom) May 6, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Along the same line as the tissue holder, I made this for myself and then thought perhaps another Mom might like one! Sometimes I sew for the Dominican Nuns so I have a whole bunch of shirts ready to…Continue
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Comment by CherylB on June 18, 2010 at 11:53pm
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Amen.
What a beautiful prayer. Thank you so much.
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Comment by ProudFamily on June 18, 2010 at 11:32pm
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Congrats to all! When your son is resting and talking, be sure to ask about the "ceremony" when they were declared secure. My son still speaks of that moment with such pride of self and country! No matter where the roads of life take him in years to come, I know that that moment is a defining time in his life.
Dear Father in Heaven, Thank you for the brown shirts of the week, the newbies and the older ones. You have blessed them with an inner strength for which I pray they will give you credit. You have blessed them with great role models in their lives who have encouraged them (moms and others) and you have blessed them with a passion that few can understand. Heal their bodies this weekend while they sleep. Ease the pain when they walk and the restlessness as they sleep. Thank you Dear Father for the path these "boys" have chosen. Bless them each tonight. Amen
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SO proud of all our guys! What a day today is. I just want to hug him so bad! He sounded so good and is healthy!! I am so thankful for that.
Thanks to everyone for all the kind words and support here. Don't know what I would have done with out all the knowledge that some have shared -thanks Grandpa- and many others.
A BIG HOOYAH to 2 8 3 !!!!!!!!!!!
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Keep hanging in Moms (and Dads)... I have teared up all day remembering the emotions from this day. I have realized today why it is still so emotional for me. This is a first major ( and I do mean MAJOR) milestone that my son has achieved without me by his side when he finished. I'm not a helicopter mom, but I was always there during major achievements such as football championships, graduations, college graduations, etc. BUt this one, I was not to be included in, it was a private moment in his life that he shared with great new friends. A bittersweet moment for me, so proud and happy for him, yet deep down, wishing I could have seen it. Understand? Just reflecting outloud. I know it can't be, and shouldn't be, anyother way, but still a changing moment for a Mom. That is why I love typing to you all because we all are there together.
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Comment by tinkerbell on June 18, 2010 at 9:41am
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Hooyah 2 8 3!
It's getting light out here on the west coast! Only a few more hours to go! I am so proud of all your boys, whether chose a different route or this one! They are exceptional young men!
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Friends.... It's Friday! Good luck today! I received my phone call around 2:30 on the East Coast several classes ago. It differs for every group. Also, as others start posting their phone calls, remember that some guys just fall asleep and don't call right away.Don't panic. I wanted to share several things. First off, be very general in your postings, no stats or numbers, or anything else like that!
It took my son weeks to get his full voice back so don't be surprised at the hoarseness of his voice. Try not to ask too many questions at first. Let them talk when ready. They are very well taken care of so don't waste your time worrying about them. My son called us, made it about 2 minutes into a conversation and then someone made him hang up and rest because he was falling asleep sitting and talking. THe Warrior ELite is very accurate in the description of how they feel and look. I remember someone telling me to let him talk when he was ready, and that night when he called back, I couldn't get him to quick talking. After a 45 minute conversation, when I tried to say goodbye, his comment was "Why do you want to hang up so bad?" I just laughed. I realized after Hell Week that my worrying about his health and him was putting a lot of extra stress on him. He finally shared that with me so I have learned to rephrase my questions in ways not to show my fears. Celebrate today, and then realize that they know the difficulties ahead. My love and prayers are with you and your "boys" today. My prayers and love are also with the families of the boys who chose another route. They too should be proud because just starting with BUDS is a major achievement.
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Ditto what Crazy Mom said!
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Hooyah 283! One more day to go! I am sure you can do it!
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It's light out here! Hoping and praying for all your sons to stay strong!
Hooyah TAT!
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Yes! It's another beautiful day on the west coast! Praying for your boys!
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