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For Moms with Aviators or anyone interested
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Latest Activity: Feb 3
Discussion Forum
Helicopter Pilots
Started by missmellen. Last reply by Glenni Feb 3. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Med Waivers and NAMI
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Moms with Aviators in training in Corpus Christi
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Comment by Kathy on August 3, 2011 at 7:19pm
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Thank you, Shelia!! Moms of pilots, and look what we do to see our sons! :o)
Funny.....
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Comment by AH on August 3, 2011 at 3:56pm
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I thought that SW flew to Corpus. I'm pretty sure that was how we got there several years ago. We flew into San Antonio for his winging however.
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Thanks, Chris... My DS is renting a house in Lemoore. They are trying to enjoy the area when he has free time, and it looks beautiful. We are just hoping my new DIL can find a job soon as I am sure she is a little lonely. But they try to keep busy. I am looking forward to a visit, but school starts soon (I teach) so I am not sure when that might be.
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Where are those $59 Southwest tickets anyway! :o)
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Comment by marcink6 on August 3, 2011 at 2:12pm
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I'm flying to Corpus in Oct. for my son's winging ceremony and am torn between flying into San Antonio or Corpus. Even though Corpus is more expensive, it may be worth it when you take into account gas and a rental car to get me to and from Corpus. Since I'm traveling alone, I'm not sure I would appreciate the sites of San Antonio without having someone to share them with. My son tells me to keep checking on Bing.com travel. He has even said that buying his ticket the day before he left one time wasn't any more expensive that buying it 2 months in advance. That's someting to consider anyway.
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Chris - I agree... these guys are awesome! My son was able to come home for his Grandpa's visitation, too, although it did not change his schedule too much. I know they want to be with their families whenever they are needed, and certainly want them to be with us. I have been able to get to know a few of his aviator friends on visits or special events - they are great!
Can't help with the CC travels. My son was there but I was unable to visit during that time. I think he flew in and out of San Antonio, and again from CC.
Anyone ever travel to Lemoore? I won't be going right away - they just got married in June, then moved from Meridian to Lemoore. I think they need some time to settle in. But I hope to get there sometime while he is out there. It sounds like Fresno is the nearest airport, but coming from the Chicago area, it seems like an all day event to get there. :o) Better than driving, though!
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Comment by TennMom on August 3, 2011 at 8:12am
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Congrats Lynn on your DS's soft wings. We are headed to Meridian for our DS's winging tomorrow. Can't wait to meet Nancy!! Anyone else out there going to Meridian this weekend?
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We drove the u-haul from Pensacola to Corpus, and flew out of Corpus on Southwest. The airport was very convenient.
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Thank you for welcoming me to N4M's! I am enjoying all of your posts...
Denise - my thoughts are with you and your family. So impressed that your son would put his training on hold to be with you!
Leslie - continue to recover quickly! Good news always helps!
Nancy - we were in Meridian in May for my son's winging. It is quite a moment!
Enjoy your weekend and CONGRATULATIONS!
Loved the pictures that were posted! Thanks for sharing....
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I don't really know your whole story, Leslie, but I hope you are on the road to a speedy and full recovery. Crying is ok... it's actually good for you. If that was your first big day out since surgery, you really did a lot!! Good for you!! You are proud of your son, and I am sure he is equally as proud of you!
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