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BUDS 283
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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 May 28, 2010 at 10:29am
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Good morning all! I only got a txt since it was 1am my time. He said he was good and had fun on night maneuvers! Told him I raised a Wild man and he answered HOOYAH! Then the I love you mama which melts my heart every time I hear or read it.
I am sure that many did not want to call or txt that late at night. D knows I usually stay up late.
I am Praying for them all to be safe and sound! All they have to do is finish today and then rest a bit! HOOYAH!!
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Comment by Tee-1sailor's mom on May 27, 2010 at 12:28pm
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As a mom with a son who DOR's (from SWCC, but it's pretty much the same thing) I have experience with what happens after. PM me if you would like me to share what my sailor experienced (and me too)
For all the 283 men, "trust God and you will rise up on wings like eagles, run and not grow weary, walk and not fail. (very paraphrased from Isaiah) or GO MEN GO!! Moms having a hard time, just put one foot in front of the other and keep going. Send your son all of your positive prayers, thoughts and energy, it's the best you can do for him. AND take care of yourself cause he loves you!
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To those that have sons that dor'd today I wish them and their families the best of luck. I agree with all that has been said about how great these men are. It does not matter that they dor'd they are just plain amazing! To get this far is ...well.... amazing!!
Figured all the really good words have been spoken and I can not top them or the wonderful verses sent in the private msg.
Word for today is AMAZING! To all the Sailors and Sailor families......we are AMAZING!!! LOL
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Hi friends, I'm just lurking and cheering for you all. I just had to know how it's going. HooYah 283!!!
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Talked to D and he is good. Made it through the day okay. Yippy!!
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Dawni that is so beautiful. Thank you so very much for those scriptures and prayer!!
Angie once again you have beautiful words. You all are so sweet and kind Thank you.
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Comment by Loblolly on May 24, 2010 at 8:27am
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I agree with you there ellen! Now that he is back at it the nerves are kicking in. Good luck to all our sons!!!
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Good news for mine. He and 3 others were pulled back in and classed up with 283!! He is very excited and happy. Wonder why they rolled them back and then classed them up. He didn't miss a thing. That is good.
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Illi D said he was doing the same thing. Wax on Wax off. He said he saw a guy he knows in class 281 and he was wearing a different colored helmet. He was telling me the different colors and what the guy was wearing and can't wait to get to that point. It is so nice to hear him excited and looking forward to the future. I know it hasn't been easy but it is good to hear he is handling it all in stride. He is suppose to call me or txt me how he did on his timings today. It makes it so much easier on me knowing how he has done everyday. Did you get my pm? We need to meet for lunch or dinner soon. Have a great day all and hope all your sons are doing great.
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