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Cheri, I really know the feeling. Mine did his CQs over Memorial Day. I was nervous until I heard from him.
CheriH....Its good news. I know your day will be a good one.
CheriH,
Congratulations!! Best day!!
Just got the text: "Safe on deck in Jax. Carrier Qualified!" This Momma is breathing again.
CheriH, agreed.
Good luck with carrier quals, such an exciting and nerve-wracking time! That was one of the best calls from DS ever!! The Navy is funny with all their last minute notices, pack or don't pack, etc. LOL on the undies comment!
My DS is still doing sims with no F-18s in sight. A long waiting list ahead of him on the west coast, they keep saying more jets will be available soon. We'll see. This is a beautiful part of the country though and, other than the delays, it has been a far better assignment than we all thought it would be.
As D-Day approaches hugs and warm thoughts to all the service men and women and their families for the important work they do and the love and support that awaits back home!
I agree...well said Suzie. I am still grateful that he is out of harm's way and that his family can have some relief from the constant worry. I too feel so sorry for those that were impacted by his actions and the decisions made by our authorities. I know that I don't have all the details and shouldn't judge. I can only pray for all involved.
On another note...DS leaves today for carrier quals. Talked to him last night. He really sounded rather calm about it and is just ready to do it. He was more worried about the truck engine problems that he is dealing with.
He laughed about the fact that the Navy didn't tell him til yesterday that he was flying a jet out and so he didn't get to pack out his stuff on the container beforehand. So, they attach a container (I can't remember the acronym) but he says it's the equivalent of putting the car top carrier on your car. The IPs joked that you have to be careful when landing so that your underwear isnt strewn about the end of the runway. I will be biting my nails until I hear that he is finished.
Well said Suzie. It is absolutely appalling. My heart goes out to the families that lost their LOs in the search.
I live in The Woodlands!
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