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Comment by MommaC59 (SHIP 4 DIV814) on September 21, 2010 at 7:07pm

I just heard from my son. He just got to PC over the weekend. Today was his first day of PT. I texted him and asked if he was still alive, he replied "haha barely. It was rough, but kinda fun too"! He was so excited last night when we talked. He is loving every bit of his training and enthusiastic about the days to come! He was rolled back when he graduated BC and tested for EOD prep, there were so many guys and not enough spots open. But he is better off because of it...he spent every minute training with the dive prep while waiting to class up. Only 19 outta 40 graduated in his EOD class. None of his DIV guys made it with him, and he went through 3 dive buddies in those 2 weeks. But all will be okay! He's having the time of his life and loving every minute...and that's all that matters! I am so proud of him. His patience and determination have made him a different and better man...and Sailor. So, 8wks of this and then on to Eglin! Things are finally starting to progress! HooYah!!

Comment by smtblnde(ship4Div814) on September 11, 2010 at 5:36pm

Thanks for sharing Kim!! Congrats to you on raising such a fine son and I'm so thankful for you and your family that he is now home safely. :) Thank him for me for all that he does.

Comment by smtblnde(ship4Div814) on September 6, 2010 at 12:57pm

Mom in MD ~ Hi ~ I'm not sure how long a wait it will be for your son. My son went EOD from BC. He was a Depper for about 9 mos before he left for BC and has followed the training sequence since. He'll finish dive school in late September and move on to EOD school for the next 8 months. After that, it's jump school. If all goes smoothly for him, he should finish his training within the next 12 months. So far, he's about 13 months into his training from the day he enlisted into the delayed entry program. It's a fantastic program and he's having the time of his life! Good Luck to your son. I hope this answers your question a little bit. :)

Comment by mommasheep on August 30, 2010 at 5:03pm

YAY I can't wait!

Comment by smtblnde(ship4Div814) on August 28, 2010 at 7:48am

Momma ~ It gets sooo much better after BC!! I talk with my son almost every day now!!! :)

Comment by mommasheep on August 27, 2010 at 10:28pm

I don't plan on getting rid of too much will pack it away and then someday make him take it to his attic like my mom did me!! lol I just didn't want to pack up clothes that he would need and then have to go through them again. But if he gets to come home to do it with me....I will do anything for that. Not counting on it though. Just gonna be happy with whatever the Navy allows. I have been hangning on to a letter a week now so I know when I can at least hear from him I will be a much happier momma! Thanks all!

Comment by smtblnde(ship4Div814) on August 27, 2010 at 6:50am

My son was in GL for about 2 to 3 weeks before dive prep started, then it was about 3 weeks of prep. He graduated from BC on 6/24 and was home for his visit the first week in August.

Comment by mommasheep on August 26, 2010 at 10:47pm

Thanks so much for the info. smtbinde! I won't count on anything! :) Have learned that over the last few weeks. Your info. helped me a lot in considering what to do in his room. He is a pack rat so I am going to clean out some things, but will save his favorite clothes.:)
How long was your son in dive prep? I have heard it varies. So glad to have you pros to answer the newbie questions!

Comment by smtblnde(ship4Div814) on August 26, 2010 at 7:43pm

Hey Mommasheep ~ After he moves "across the street" for dive prep, he'll be able to wear civies on weekends during liberty (after the 1st week). When he hits PC, he can wear civies whenever he's not on duty. My son is 1/2 way through dive school now. He has several pairs of shorts and shirts with him. He didn't bring any dress clothes down with him though. You won't be able to leave anything with him after bc graduation, he'll have to have it shipped to him once he moves across the street.

My son was actually able to come home for 4 days in between dive prep and dive school, so we were able to pack an extra bag for him to take on the plane with him. I wouldn't count on that happening, but it might. Good Luck to you and your son!! It's an exciting adventure for both of you!!

Comment by mommasheep on August 26, 2010 at 6:20pm

Hi I have a question concerning my son's next steps after boot camp. I know he will stay in GL for dive prep and if he makes it through that will go on to Panama City, Fl for Dive School. So, my question is...what kind of civilian clothes will he need down there? I am working on getting his mess of a room cleaned up...couldn't do it right away when he left for boot camp. :( I am assuming which is probably not good, that in dive prep he won't be wearing civilian clothes??? I am just attempting to be prepared. Thanks for any help and/or advice you all can give me. Thanks!!

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