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My son leaves June 26 2012
Hi..new to board and new to Navy life. Son leaves out of Phoenix Airport in 18 days.,,hes happy.. Im sad.Looking to talk to moms on here before he leaves and during his time in Navy that are in similar position.. so thank God this website was created :)
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Permalink Reply by Mrs. Woody on
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My son leaves from Missouri on the 26th. He can't wait! I am very proud of his decision to join the Navy (my dad was in the Navy) -- my problem is he is my baby and thinking about him leaving brings tears to my eyes. Having this site helps tremendously with information.
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Permalink Reply by deaf65 (Ship 11 Div 262) on
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Hi!
True we are all proud our sons's decision to join the Navy. I agree with you about feeling funny once our sons will leaving our nests and know it will be not same as college kids where they can come home during holidays and Summer. I have to get used adjust my new life as Navy Mom.
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Permalink Reply by Alex's Mom Ship 11 Division 262 on
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My son left from St. Louis on the 26th also! We said good bye to him when we dropped him off at the hotel on Monday night. He didn't want us to make a big fuss (I think he was afraid I'd cry cause I cry so easy..) We went out to dinner, his pick, took him back to the hotel and said goodbye. It's quiet without him and I do tear up occasionally, more as time goes on but I am excited for him and his choice. I hope he does well and it brings him all the he is hoping for. Where in Missouri are you?
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Permalink Reply by mygirl_cvn77 on
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My daughter leaves from MT the 28th. She's getting so scared and I want to encourage her, but I'm getting emotional too. Any advice?
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Permalink Reply by Race's Mom on
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Where in Montana? The Kalispell Deppers leave on the 25th for Butte and fly out on the 26th. I think we are all in the same boat, when it comes to emotions. I am a firm believer in taking it one day at a time. Just remember no "Good Byes" just "See you laters"! As for her being scared, it is perfectly normal. I am sure you are doing and saying all the right things, the emotions are probably clouding you from seeing that. Just being there for her, telling her how proud not only her family is of her, but all of us on here as well. It takes an amazing person with great strength, commitment and sacrafice to join our military. That is who she is! Also tell her Montana has her back!
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My son leaves from Montana on the 26th. Well he leaves for MEPS the 25th. So exciting! I am sad, but seeing him follow his dream is worth it all! Glad to see so many of us on here for the 26th. I look forward to going thru this with all of you. Thanks for the support!
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My son is flying today to go boot camp tonight too I am trying to stop crying but cannot help.. try to start my project to keep my mind busy I am proud of my son and he told me he is ready and is looking forword for it but I need buddy supports from other Navy moms who their son or daughter goes same boot camp tonight (June 26th ) with my son
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Permalink Reply by MamaB=Ship 14, Div 290 on
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My daughter leaves on the 27th and I know what some of you mean by emotional rollar coaster. She's our baby, and I think about things we normally do together or here her voice and I can just bust out crying because I know soon enough I won't anymore. So glad I found this site I'll can share some of what I feel with people who understand.
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I am also new to site and my daughter leaves from Tx. on June 27! She is ready I am not.
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Permalink Reply by Geraley T on
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Hi Kaylee's Mom,
I am also from Texas and my second son shipped out on the 28th. I was soooo not ready! I am thinking about buying stock in Puffs Plus, because Lord knows I have used enough of them. Did you get your call?
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Permalink Reply by ethansmom on
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Thanks for all the replies so far..I am happy to find other moms going through emotions at same time as me.I will be on this board more when he leaves on Tuesday as i will have more free time.
I find myself crying now easily at grocery store he used to work for years .until coupla weeks ago...at just driving down road and thinking what he will miss and time flying by how all of us will be older humans and pets!..something on tv makes me think ..like those cancer/mesotheoloma commercials..i want to throw a rock at my tv when they come on..asbestos in the navy..like i needed to know that..!!..all new emotions for me..such as missing him and not talking to him has never been on my radar
he and i were both spoiled and its time for us both to grow up im told
i look forward to reading words of encouragement and experience from other moms who understand .he has never been away from home so for me its hard.my daughter moved out when younger and although i obviously understand his need to grow up and live an exciting life ..well being hes my baby and the house will be empty..
it is less laundry and dirty dishes and screaming at his online 'video' game player buddies!!...but for 20 years ive lived with him everyday..so it will be hard habit to break.
my daughter and i will go to swearing in Tues morn and im sure i will cry..i feel bad for him but he knows how i am.
done babbling for now..thanks again.
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I had to laugh at your comment on the "less screaming at his video game buddies". I can honestly say that is one thing I won't miss around here. Watch I will...
I have found a lot of strength in knowing for my son this is an amazing opportunity. He will be 4th generation to serve in the US Navy. I look at all the pics and read the letters home, from my dad, grandfathers, and great grandfathers, they all enjoyed it, overcame great obstacles, but grew up to become great men. They have pics from all over the world. I look forward to adding my son's letters, awards and pics to the Navy chest.
He cleaned out his room the other day, it looks so empty . Broke my heart! Then I have to summon up the smiles, so I don't walk around all day with sore, puffy eyes. lol.
You can babble to me any day...that is what er are here for. Hang in there! Watching the swear-in ceremony will be a very proud moment. Tears and all! Hugs!
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