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To go or not?
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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If you are able to go to the swearing in, then do. Talk with your future Sailor and see what he wants to do. If you do go then he can take clean clothes and toiletries to the hotel in a backpack and then give that to you the next morning either at the hotel or at MEPS. There is info within the discussion, Things to Do in the Last Month Before Your Future Sailor Leaves for the RTC.
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Permalink Reply by bethr311 on
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Hi, Jordan'sMom. Last July we were also able to have dinner with my son. We did attend his swearing in which I wouldn't have missed for the world. We did stay with him for a while after but not till the very last minute when he got in the van. I got the feeling that he was ready to say goodbye and get his game face on. I think too that it was wearing him out trying to be strong for us and not let his fear show. You know your son better than anyone. Not to disrespect the recruiter, but IMHO go, be a part of that once in a lifetime moment, then give him your love and strength to take with him.
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Permalink Reply by Nancytysmom on
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We just experienced this last night I was torn but thought I want to say goodbye on my terms and the recruiter mentioned that sometimes its rushed and you might miss him and he's whisked away etc.
We met at the hotel around 5 had a nice dinner walked around a bit and you could see he was anxious we had pre determined a time to leave about 8 so I would actually go. Lol my son said he was more nervous with us there so that was my cue to go and not be selfish as hard as it was. We were seeing other recruits making acquaintances and my son was anxious to do the same so we made the decision on that. I did get a text at airport saying he's pumped and met fellow recruits with same job etc. Then I just received call he landed and was bumped to first class. My heart is happy. I think it depends on you and your family.Good luck I'm glued to my phone for the mandatory script call. -
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Nancytysmom, that is great about the bump to first class. Welcome to this amazing journey. I'm glad his sunburn was well enough that he was able to shhip.
Now is a good time for you to check out Arrival and What Happens at the RTC within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones). I invite you to join that group while you are there and to start checking out the other Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) as well.
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Thanks lemon elephant
I was on edge all morning about the sunburn even the recruiter was iffy. But he made it through.Thanks for the tips! -
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Permalink Reply by Cody's Mom Ship11Div343 on
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The first part is great! That gives you a little more time together.. The last part, that makes me sad.. I hope my sons recruiter doesn't try to keep us away, we have been looking forward to the swearing in for a long time, I think that's when I will finally realize this is all really happening. I have become surprisingly calm these last few days. Not sure what is going on. :) Good luck! Keep us posted on your decision.. <3
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Permalink Reply by Jordan'Mom Ship 13 Div 333 on
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Thanks all..I'm going to talk more to my son. I know his sisters want to go for dinner and say goodbyes but it may b that only his Dad and I go back for swear in. I'll let you know how it goes....stocking up on Kleenex :)
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Permalink Reply by Fabiansmom on
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When does your son leave and from where? My son leaves on the 16th from CA....I to have been wanting to go talk to his recruiter to find out information because as of now we are clueless as to what we can be a part of.
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My son leaves on Sunday..MEPs on Monday. He will b traveling out of Saint Louis which is about an hour and a half away from home.
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Permalink Reply by Jana on
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I was able to drive my son to Shreveport to the hotel. I booked a room in the same hotel and we went out to dinner together. The next morning I met him at the MEPS about 8:00 and stayed there for the swearing in. When they loaded on the van, I drove to the airport and was able to stay with him until he boarded the plane. I do not consider myself an emotional person, but I was a basketcase when he was in the line to go to the gate. I think he was trying not to look at me, but he didn't look at all like he was emotional before then. I wouldn't have missed watching the swearing in and being with him at the airport for anything in the world. I can't believe that he has been in the Navy for almost 2 years now and that I haven't seen him in over a year, but I just found out he is coming home on leave the end of August :) I would suggest just talking to your son and find out what he is comfortable with.
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My vote...go to the swearing in.
Since they have to be back at the hotel at 2200, they are going to have plenty of time to unwind on their own. Our 1st sailor was bored out of his mind. He's the one who stays up late. #2 SR will be a different deal. He leaves the 10th. He's always been the one that knows when he needs to sleep.
The morning of the swearing in will have A LOT of waiting. #1 Sailor was so relieved to have family and friends there with him while he waited. They were given sack lunches before they headed to the airport...so take a snack for yourself (the vending machines are expensive).
Take lots of pictures. They didn't allow us to take them during the swearing in, but they re-enacted the "raised hands" part and pictures with the officer swearing them in. TAKE PICTURES! : )
It helped #1 to have friends come too. It keeps the parents in check (me). It also takes the pressure off the parents to keep them engaged in conversation. They know they're leaving for a long time...any gentle distractions are good.
Enjoy your time with your SR!!!! The recruiters just don't want to deal with the parents.
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