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Comment by MamaBear kk on September 27, 2009 at 10:36pm

Angie...I wanted to teach him to iron before he left. He told me he wanted to do it the way the Navy taught him. My daughter told him that I could teach him my tricks for speed. He did not buy it. I sent him a letter telling him I am going to iron every evening ~ just like him! ~ kk

Comment by MamaBear kk on September 27, 2009 at 9:29am

Our Recruit's update; left for GL BC 9/21, arrived that evening and transported prior to 2200 hours, received scripted call via his cell at 2250, received his box 9/24 (with a shown shipper date of 9/22), called recruiter for current address of record evening of 9/24 (awesome guy), received address via phone from recruiter on morning or 9/25, and still running to the mailbox constantly looking for my form letter. No mail today (Sunday) ~ but I hope to find it in our mailbox on Monday! Since I have not received a form letter, no arrangements have been made for our travel.

I hope he tells me more about his ship/division when he writes. He is on his way!

Our recruit left a mature young adult with goals. I look at his Navy experience as the opportunity to pursue those goals in depth. The added benefit of fine tuning time management, tidiness, etc. is an added benefit! : )

I know our recruit will be there for your sons, daughters, and grandchildren, etc. And later to serve and benefit all of us. Knowing this helps me, and my family, to back up the "missing him tears" with "he is awesome and will help others succeed proud tears."

Our recruit and his sister, have been called "old souls." ** Please encourage your recruits ~ and do not call them babies. ~ kk

** "The particular life challenges and destined events that are the hallmark of being an old soul...
If you're an old soul you will undoubtedly be giving, caring loving and compassionate - all wonderful attributes that we are taught are the signs of a developed person who cares for others, and the actions that we take that may affect others." ~ quote from Steve Gunn; SearchWrap.com

Comment by JM-ISmomx2 on September 26, 2009 at 1:30pm

Nette - she had 3 recruiters total. Ist one phased out of the N one month after she signed. 2nd one wanted to stay but N didn't resign him. 3rd one has been less then helpful, informative, motivating, etc...... She didn't even know that my D would be at MEPS from Mon to Wed not just Mon then flyout tues. Had to run down clothes just so she didn't spend 3 or 4 days in the same ones.

Comment by JM-ISmomx2 on September 25, 2009 at 7:04pm

Grrr. That's what really frustrates me so much. There are so many great recruiters out there and we get stuck with not only one flake but two of them. I wish her first one hadn't quit until after bootcamp.

Comment by JM-ISmomx2 on September 25, 2009 at 6:11pm

At least you got his address. I called my daughters recruiter and he said he couldn't get the information for me until Monday. Sucks. Why I should be surprised I don't know, we have not had much luck or cooperation from any of her recruiters at the office.

Comment by MamaBear kk on September 24, 2009 at 10:51pm

Angie F. I have kept my son's name (first, middle, and last) private I am a stickler about privacy and confidentiality ~ as it has been my profession for many years. Thank you for your concern but that comment had a meaning it was not an actual person. Off to change my screen name to it now : )

Comment by JM-ISmomx2 on September 24, 2009 at 8:03pm

Still have a few days before we can expect the kid in the box. Don't expect the homesickness that I am hearing about from some. She spent 4 months in Indonesia last year. Maybe I should be worrying more about extra pushup when she starts getting her mail. I work for a school districk and have several classes sending her mail. Plus I come from a large family (7 g & 2 B). Could mean trouble. Good thing she is in such good shape.

Comment by MamaBear kk on September 24, 2009 at 7:36pm

So I guess this is normal on the day you get your box ~ I was leaving the house and looked down to find out I was wearing one fushia colored flip-flop and one black clog ~ laughing. At least I was carrying my black & white tap shoes!

Comment by MamaBear kk on September 24, 2009 at 5:45pm

I received my box today. I was shaking as I opened it. I removed everything ~ then repacked all but the shoes. It is staying packed for a while. My son's jeans were rolled up and the battery was still in the telephone. The repeat waves of tears comes really fast. I miss him...but I also have happy tears. He will gain and the Navy will gain. I love you Shackleferd! ~ kk

Comment by JM-ISmomx2 on September 24, 2009 at 12:07am

Pmtina, Don't know. I know that Lisa's heather has been waiting 2 days for divisions to fill. Needed more kids to show up. We will know soon. I plan on hounding the recruiter on Friday so I can send out the letter I wrote today. She doesn't know it but I have about 6 different school classes who are going to write to her as well as family and friends. She won't know what hit her. We heard from Aubree via her cell phone ( almost a 1 minute call) at 7pm california time. So about 9pm chicago time. Apparently had a long wait for transportation at the airport having to wait for other flights to arrive. Glad it has started so we can begin the countdown. Now it is Kid in a box and letter time. Be patient and good luck.

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