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Anyone's recruits leaving ending of Jan 2017 for RTC?
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Permalink Reply by Pattie on
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I feel exactly the same way... I'm prepared physically, emotionally ...(like I've kept saying to others) I'm not over thinking it. Over thinking only makes things worse. I'm just keeping in mind that he chosen this wonderful career, and I'm going to support him. We'll see our children in only a few short weeks and be even prouder of our Sailor.
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I've been told my many mom's, to send your child in their wallet *a prepaid phone card, and *About $40 cash (Though they probably won't even use it, but just in case)
And stick a few *moleskin bandages in their wallet Incase of blisters, until they can buy their own on base.
A small photo in their wallet, or religious medal. That's about all you can do physically to be prepared. -
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Permalink Reply by QueenKnight on
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My son is leaving Jan 24! I'm so very glad I found this site to answer all those 'mom' questions
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Me too! This site will help us tremendously! I'm here if you want to talk
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Thank you all! We are all in this together. Being a parent is the hardest job ever, but the most rewarding. We are now being rewarded with our child spreading their wings and showing us what a wonderful adult we have raised. We are all proud! I keep that in mind as the days grow closer to him leaving for RTC, and I'm trying hard not to over think anything! In my heart I know he will do great, he'll be happy because this is the career he chosen proudly serving our country. Be proud Mom's! You've done the best job ever!!
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Permalink Reply by Momof4 on
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Our son left the 24th. That first phone call was so short! One day at a time!
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Permalink Reply by Isaiahsmom on
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My son also left on the 25th.... I cannot wait to get the first letter from him.... This week seems to be a little better that last week... This group has helped me so much!!
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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Isaiahamom, I left info for you on your My Page.
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Permalink Reply by samsmom on
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My son shipped out 1/25/17. Has anyone with a recruit that left near that time gotten your letter?
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Permalink Reply by Acalimom on
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Samsmom, my son arrived on 1/24 and we received his Form letter this past Thursday. Hopefully you'll get it on Monday
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There is a Facebook page for our PIR date. Some of them posted the letters started coming in this past Th and Fri. I am still waiting also...Hopefully Monday or this week we will get something forsure!
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Permalink Reply by thankfulnavymama on
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Hi all!!! I am new here and have no idea where to start, but this seems to be the right place. =) My son is headed out on Jan. 22nd. He's my oldest of 4 and I'm feeling both proud and anxious. Mostly proud. Looking forward to getting to know some of my fellow Navy mamas. Maybe I'll be lucky enough to meet some of you at graduation!
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