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Comment by Jess's Mom (Fire Controlman GL) on March 8, 2010 at 5:12pm

The party was a success, although she figured it out last Friday. They tried to trick her at work telling her that it was a going away party for her boss who is not leaving until the end of April as well as my many secret conversations with her BF. She told me when she got there that she knew. But all had a good time. I cried when I got home and read all of the beautiful cards and gifts she had gotten. I think next Sunday night will be the hardest. The family is all getting together (and we are a big bunch) for a final goodbye. I will keep you all posted.

Comment by Hope-Nuke ET Wife on March 8, 2010 at 3:39pm

Hello! So glad I found this group. My husband went to boot camp on March fourth. Got his call home.. two calls actually.. waiting for the box and any information on PIR.. I am soo anxious to book stuff!

Comment by MamaBear kk on March 7, 2010 at 8:45pm

Tara B. ~ Many of us call this the Boot Camp roller coaster - and we welcome many to the ride. It is not an easy one by any means. After your son has his PIR, you will continue the Navy roller coaster (hurry up and wait, or now, or soon, etc.) - but always different. As far as your family and friends go, they may have never had this experience. If they have, it was probably a different time. We all handle it differently. When I felt sad, and the tears started to flow - off to the shower I would go. During the workday, the waves are tolerable. But roaming the house is tough at times. Right? Oh! I also tell all it is OK to cry at stop lights. : ) ~ kk

Letters & cards ~ Write! Write! Write! The SRs crave mail and reading material. Do not forget to be creative and make those special cards; a picture or ClipArt works and they love it! An article from a newspaper or magazine works too - but just a page or two. If you have not already read, or heard; stick with the plan white envelopes, no stickers, no scents, no envelope drawings, no musical cards, etc...nothing to attract unwanted attention. One of my special cards caused a giggle ---> caused 100 jumping jacks ---> "It was worth it mom. Keep them coming!"

The SRs will thank you for this; In one of your first letters, print a plain calendar for the current month and the next two months. Printing it on plain white paper with blocks to write in helps them keep their date frame of mind. The first four (4) weeks it all runs together. Do not send it with them - mail it. : ) ~ kk

Comment by MamaBear kk on March 7, 2010 at 12:31pm

teachertoo ~ In my opinion; holding out until the job is right is a good thing!

Denise ~ Many many times a Recruit has their ship date moved up to accommodate the need of another rate - if the Recruit agrees. My son was scheduled to leave 9/2009 (after his college semester, 2 family weddings, and his sister's birthday were over - he had a plan). He was asked several times between 5/09 and 9/09 to leave early and/or consider a different rate. Although he wanted to start this new phase of his life, he held his rate and time frame. In addition, he had a buddy that was to sign for for the same rate and leave at the same time. When it came time to go to MEPS to sign, he was offered a rate other than his choosing. The buddy was quite upset, as this was not expected since he was a very high ASVAB scorer and was set on his rate. It appears the quota for that rate was just filled. He did not sign. ~ : ) ~kk

Comment by Jess's Mom (Fire Controlman GL) on March 7, 2010 at 12:22pm

Sweetie----My daughter is leaving on the 23rd too. Hope that you two meeting up in boot camp and can support each other. I am nervous for all of you but I am sure that you will all do just fine.

Comment by Jess's Mom (Fire Controlman GL) on March 7, 2010 at 12:20pm

Here we go. Today is the surprise going away party. I hope that I can pull this off without my daughter suspecting anything. It is now really hitting me that she is leaving in 16 days. It think these next two weeks are going to be the hardest knowing that she will be gone for 8 or so weeks. I am going to miss the daily text messages while I am work. Although I am so excited for her, I am also very nervous for her. We will miss her terribly.

Comment by Sara on March 7, 2010 at 12:04pm

MamaBear, That would be great if you guys ever decide to come to Wright Pat. I'm only a few miles from there. We go out to the I-Max theather they have every once in a while. 2 weeks and counting. The 23rd seems so very close right now.

Comment by Sara on March 7, 2010 at 12:01pm

SSweety1006, I see your leaving for BC the same day my son leaves. I expect all are nervous to some degree. Remember your all in the same "boat" as it were. Remember the old slogan - Join The Navy And See The World - or The Navy, It's Not Just A Job It's An Adventure. Sure that's kinda hokey but it's also true. You and my son and all the other Future Sailors and going to have the time of your lives and see the world and get paid while your at it. I envy you. When I was young I left home and traveled on my own, your going to have lots of company while you travel that you can depend on and count on. What specialty are you going into. Oh, and don't forget... that uniform looks really cool.

Comment by SSweety1006 on March 7, 2010 at 12:44am

Hello Everyone,
I'm leaving for boot camp on March 23rd and I'm pretty nervous!

Comment by MamaBear kk on March 6, 2010 at 6:51pm

Sara A ~ If we ever head down to Wright Patterson, we will post that too!

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