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leaving in november how do moms cope?
My only son is leaving nov. 12th for bc(he will be 21 when he leaves and even commuted from home for college). I am having a hard time with him being gone for the holidays and knowing he may not be able to call as well. I have never been away from him for more than a week and can't imagine not even talking to him for a long period of time his sister will be leaving for college the following august and i also just lost my mom last year so I feel as if all my closest family members (other than my awesome husband) are leaving me in such a short time period. How are other moms handling this?
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Permalink Reply by proudmomma94 on
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My son left today November 7th. We went to watch him swear in and spend a few more minutes with him then off he went to the airport. At first we, including him were nervous because no one else shipped out with him, but once he got to his airport destination he met up with others who were headed to BT! Man what a relief!! I tried so hard not to cry in front of him because I know this has got to be harder on him than it is on me. I did my best. But I wanted to say thanks to Navy for Moms for helping me prepare him and myself of what to expect. The videos were helpful, the list of things to do prior to shipping, all of the advice has been a tremendous help. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is one proud momma.
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Permalink Reply by JennyAnn on
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it is super hard but as the days go by (since 11/5) it is getting easier...i get comfort in coming here and looking at information about what she is doing and also will distract myself with planning our trip to PIR! The worst part though is her empty room :'(
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Permalink Reply by Sarahs mom on
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My daughter just left this past Tuesday to GL via San Antonio. I am happy that I was introduced to Navy for moms to let out the sadness I have. We all have to cope with pretty much the same thing, and offer comfort to one another. I was told by a friend that she will be ok and back soon, God's promise. I guess knowing that I pray a lot and she (not being very religious) took a woman's devotional bible with her. I was so relieved that she selected that book to take with her. I will pray for all of you that have a son/daughter that either has already left or those that are going to be leaving soon, that God will comfort you while they are gone.
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Permalink Reply by bagisme on
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My son left last night and he is 6 and has gone away to college and moved back to MI for a few months. But this just feels so different. My stomach has settled a bit since I have looked around and chatted on the main room chat. I am waited for the 15 sec all but fear now it won't come. He texted me this am and said it may be around 10ish and then I saw someone say it didn't come till midnight and another person said it didn't come till next day. I understand exactly how you feel. I am so sad that I won't be able to speak to him when I want. Let me know how you are doing. At work today I was a complete mess. I don't think I will be any better tomorrow.
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Permalink Reply by Maggie on
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My son is 18 and left for bootcamp on Nov 5. It is very different from when I sent two others off to college. It's almost a grieving process, such a big leap into adulthood. I miss him terribly but it gets easier. Some days are better than others. I'm just so excited for him I can't be too sad, but the first few days were just awful :( I'm doing better each day and writing letters helps! Start now :) I just sent a pile of daily notes off to him in one letter. I am hoping it helps him know he is in my thoughts all the time.
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Permalink Reply by TexasTurtle on
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Oh My goodness, yes these 1st 2 days have been hard. I cried! Went to his room, it was all cleaned out. Cried some more. I am very proud of my son, it's not him leaving that makes it hard ... it's the not talking to him that makes it hard. I was proud of myself, I didn't cry when he waved goodbye at the recruiters office, I waited until I got in my truck, then cried all the way home.
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My son just left yesterday the 19th, and it has been extremely hard. I am thankful for this site & hope to connect with others that have son's there as well. I do have my youngest son who is 14 still here with me and it had helped. My son too was in college and commuted back & forth to college .. got to see him every day and speak with him. I have found not being able to talk to him to be the hardest.
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