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Comment by Alicia on January 12, 2015 at 11:09pm

I read in the FB group that many calls are coming in tonight with bad news on the last PFAs. I'm saying prayers that the affected SRs stay strong and positive.

Comment by Alicia on January 12, 2015 at 10:18pm

This is going to come out wrong, but how scary is the drive from the Great Lakes area to O'Hare and/or Midway? I'm very nervous about this.

Comment by diannep on January 12, 2015 at 9:21pm

Drivers license is fine for ID.  You can take birth certificates and/or social security cards for backup.  Photo student ID is also acceptable. 

Comment by FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW on January 12, 2015 at 8:52pm

I can't remember if I posted this yet and I am too lazy to go look back so I am sorry if I am repeating myself...but here goes!

BLEACHERS:

Are cold! I brought a shawl to either sit on or wrap myself in.

Don't set anything down on the bench that is thin like a camera, cell phone, keys, etc. The floors of the bleachers are solid except underneath the seats there are openings just wide enough and about a foot (?) long for modern day devices to fall through...it is like a black hole...you won't get it back.

PHOTOS:

Take a few practice shots before the ceremony. They can come out dark. I think it's all the grey paint LOL.

You may start photography when you enter the Visitors enter (USS YORKTOWN) and in Midway Ceremonial Drill hall...only. Photography is not allowed anywhere else onboard RTC. You risk having your camera confiscated and the pictures deleted. Also, your Sailor could get in trouble. They are your sponsor while you are onboard RTC.

SMOKING is also not permitted onboard RTC.

SNACKS

There are concession stands at either end of the PIR hall that sell soft drinks COFFEE water and some snacks. You may bring some snacks into the Hall with you if needed for little ones and those that may need it for medical reason. They used to sell "Dixie cup" (Mens style)Sailor hats for the kiddies for $5. I hope they still do.

POSTERS, BALLOONS, FLOWERS and LUGGAGE

Are not permitted in the Drill hall. Posters obstruct others view. Plus, this is a Formal ceremony and they do not suit the event. You may keep these items in your car and present them to your Sailor following PIR but remember that they may not bring those items back onboard RTC when they return from Liberty.

WHEELCHAIRS

Use of wheelchairs and manually-powered mobility aids are authorized onboard RTC. Wheelchair accommodations are provided on the Drill deck and a companion seat is made available for someone to sit with them. RTC does have wheel chairs on a first-come first-serve basis. Also, if you need handicapped parking be sure to show your placard to Security in the Gate Shack and they will direct you to handicapped parking.

Comment by FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW on January 12, 2015 at 8:50pm

Alicia - I dunno...that's looking pretty darn good :-D!

Comment by Alicia on January 12, 2015 at 7:58pm

Can I ask for input on my packing list? Up until this point, I've been to scared to actually plan for PIR. Besides the usual, I have on my list: snacks for the room, division ribbons, ids for everyone, gate pass, directions from hotel to PIR (need to print out directions from hotel to both airports), binoculars, comfy clothes for SR (& accompanying sailor? ) to wear in hotel room, Tide pen and lint roller (if needed for his uniform), Christmas presents, laptop in sleeve-cell phone-boxers-bank card to hand over to SR at airport, cameras, activities to occupy young daughter while waiting for start of PIR, lap blankets for PIR, change for toll booths. What am I missing?

Comment by robin918 on January 12, 2015 at 7:43pm

Staying at the Courtyard Marriott because my son is staying GL for A School - just received a letter dated 1/6, it has been weeks. No real information except to bring underwear !

 

Comment by rickandjulie1 on January 12, 2015 at 6:55pm

Hello All!

Got a short call on Saturday from my SR Shp 03 Div 063.  We are staying at Residence Inn Waukegan.  So excited!  He said all attending PIR  need 2 forms of ID.  I'm a bit confused as all the info I can find says 1 govt issued ID is what is required for PIR admission.  Does anyone know if a 2nd ID is reqd?  If so, what is acceptable? I have 2 high school age students attending - they have Driver's License, but not passports.  Appreciate input from anyone with insight.  Thanks!

Comment by Alicia on January 12, 2015 at 6:42pm

The time is going so SLOW, and the silence in this group is making it even more difficult! Does anyone have any news (not just on BS21)? For those going to PIR, where are you staying? We ate staying at Marriott Spring Hill.

Comment by CatMom509 on January 12, 2015 at 4:38pm

Hello Friends!

     "Every good and perfect gift is from above,

      coming down from the Father of heavenly

      lights, who does not change like shifting shadows."

                                                               James 1:17

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