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Comment by Debbie G. on January 9, 2012 at 8:08pm

Robin - the way it works is that he gets "liberty" from the time the PIR is finished until she needs to be back at her billet (sic?); my son wanted to make triple sure he wasn't late so he went back early about 7:30 p.m.  We just hung around and went and had an early dinner.  Then all the sailors (those who are not staying at Great Lakes for ASchool) are taken via bus at 1:00 or 2:00 a.m. to whichever airport their flight is taking off from and they sit around the USO until their plane leaves (mine left from Midway at 6:20 p.m. Saturday). I had to head home, so he and some of his friends went into Chicago for part of the day.  So no you won't get the weekend unless there's a flight issue and then you would have to pick him up at GL drop him off in the evening.  Also, I stayed at the Ramada but I wish I had known because the Navy Lodge is right by the base and is much cheaper (and it's nice).

Comment by Debbie G. on January 9, 2012 at 6:49pm

Robin - he hasn't started A School yet, he's waiting.  I think they wait to start it until there are enough sailors for the class, so they may be waiting for your daughter!. If I hear anything from my son about when he thinks it will start I will let you know.

Comment by Debbie G. on January 9, 2012 at 1:40pm

Yes,  my son estimated maybe late summer before he's finished, so I really don't expect to see him until then.  (And even if he could come home, he had to spend so much for his airfare over the holidays I don't think he would do it for a weekend!)  But he's been away at college, etc., so he's used to being away from home.

Comment by Debbie G. on January 9, 2012 at 12:56pm

Hi, Karen.  My son PIR'd on 12/16, went down to Pensacola 12/17 and then flew back home from 12/22 to 12/31.  He used what leave time he had and went "into the hole" for the remaining days.  Once A School starts, I really don't expect him home until he finishes unless he can get a cheap ticket for a long weekend, etc.  He also is bored!

Comment by Debbie G. on January 6, 2012 at 9:09pm

Hi! My son arrived at Corry on 12/17 after his PIR.  I joined your group but didn't see anything recent so I've just been sitting tight! If I have any questions or comments I'll post them - thanks!

Comment by momoffour(Ship 11 div 119) on November 26, 2011 at 9:19pm

Actually I found out it is not voluntary really for his job, they all take turns. He is looking forward to it and me not so much lol! I know now it is not a IA (after finding out what that is lol) Good new is after the six months, it would be a long while before he leaves again. One of my other kids left today to live 2700 miles away! Wishing I could make them little again!

Comment by prov2324mom on November 26, 2011 at 1:43pm

There is a set graduation date but if they get rolled to another class it changes. They also have tests right up to the week of graduation which could change their class or date. My son said there weren't usually failures or rolls in the last month  but the class has changed since he graduated last May so not sure if that holds true. My husband and I flew into Panama City on Southwest because they let you change your flight for no extra charge. You do have to pay if the new flight costs more but only the difference in cost. It's about a 2 hour drive to Pensacola but it's a pretty drive along the coast.

Comment by momoffour(Ship 11 div 119) on November 22, 2011 at 10:45pm

What a great pic of your Sailor! He is a handsome guy! I cannot even imagine be able to run that far and for that length of time. I know you are very proud! I got to chat with my son tonight and he has decided not to take much leave at Christmas because he wants to keep it to take after he returns from deployment. He was able to give me an exact date he will be leaving so it has become much too real. Is it possible to skype with them?

Comment by prov2324mom on November 21, 2011 at 12:42pm

Hi all,

Here's a picture of us with our son at the finish of the JFK 50 mile Ultramarathon. He finished in 11hrs and 45 minutes. A good time for him since he only half trains for it. This year he ran to raise money for Operation Second Chance. It's a wonderful charity based near Baltimore that supports wounded soldiers and their families while they are in military hospitals and after they are discharged. I've become a volunteer also, helping get family sponsors for holiday gifts and finding businesses willing to take a donation jar. If any of you are interested in helping or donating let me know. The organization is growing and getting more and more requests from families for help. Check them out on facebook or on their website www.operationsecondchance.org.

Comment by prov2324mom on November 14, 2011 at 5:36pm

Congratulations Chimelle to you and your son. It's quite an accomplishment to get through that tough course. 

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