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Comment by himmiemom on December 27, 2010 at 1:24pm

Good Monday everyone!!!  You know what that means?? A new mail week.  I still haven't recieved a letter or a phone call from my recruit, but today starts a new week and who knows, right??  I am glad Christmas is over and done.  Did some crying Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but yesterday I felt a little

better.  Today is sunny in Northern Illinois and actually makes me feel a little better today.  Our recruits will have a break from all the snow by the end of the week.  We are expecting rain and 50 degree weather by Friday.  Hey, this is Illinois and well our weather is very unexpected. 

 

Hope Monday brings letters to those still waiting.  If not there is always Tuesday.

Comment by BBWinthemoon on December 27, 2010 at 1:17pm

ok, just got some information from my SR's GF, she got 6 letters over the weekend. He says he is doing fine, staying out of trouble and keeping his mouth shut (apparently some are not). He says the beds are awful. The other guys are nice and that he is with a couple of friends from home, that there are a lot of guys from Texas and that he catches himself saying "y'all". He says the shots were not that bad, except for the last one that felt like hot fudge! Yes he is folding and making his bed a lot, taking 35 sec showers and getting dressed with soap still on his body. He is looking forward to pre-buds, and that the time is going by faster than he thought. He is also very cold, said that his eyelashes froze when he shut his eyes, and the only water he sees is frozen.

I am so glad that he is doing well and adjusting to BC. I hope today is my day for a letter!

Comment by mdubtxmom(Ship 09 Div 069) on December 27, 2010 at 12:26pm

Thanks for sharing with April.  I was wondering what they did for Christmas.  Thanks for letting us know.  Looking forward to getting some letters soon.  I know it must be hard for your son being away from his Dad.  Tell him to hang in there.  PIR will be here before you know it.

Comment by cathyo Ship 11 Div 063 on December 27, 2010 at 11:43am

Thank you, April, for your update.  It made me feel reconnected once again.  You must be very proud!!  I have a lump in my throat and eyes filled up after reading about your husband and son on the phone together....how precious.  See you in February!

Comment by TXlifeboat on December 27, 2010 at 10:42am

Proud USA Mom, oh, so glad you got letters from your son!  Sounds like he is adjusting well, & that his group helps each other out.  I know it gave you relief just hearing from him!   =) 

Comment by TXlifeboat on December 27, 2010 at 10:35am

Well, no phone call yet... I was really hoping to hear my son's voice on Christmas weekend sometime... hopefully he was able to read our letters yesterday on Sunday.   At least that US Eagle up above has made progress--- he moved his numbers from 47 to 46 days Left till our kids Graduate!!----Yeah!!!!   One thing is certain:  Time doesn't stand still---just watch that Counter for a minute!  We have a new week starting Today--- so, if this Timing is the right time, we'll hear from our recruits by letter or phone, or maybe both.  I figure our recruits are learning all kinds of things they need to know, & are super-busy; even tho it's hard on us left behind 'wondering & missing them'... my Heart's feelings seems to override my brain's logic .... I just have to keep reminding myself: He will call, when he is able to.   All Moms, have Faith--- we'll get thru this!    =) 

Comment by Life is Peachy on December 27, 2010 at 10:30am

Good morning everyone.  To the 804s - My family and I received some letters over the weekend.  Basically he said there are 110 of them and they are a bit cramped, he has learned to fold all of his clothes and make his rack perfectly now.  He works hard to do as expected as he doesn’t want to be the blame of any punishments.  He loves the food and is actually enjoying BC, yet he is anxious to be done with it and move on to the next phase.  He’s making some good friends who are all working together to help each other out.  Said the shot in the butt hurt real bad (I think they got those the 15th).  He listed all the stuff he has already been issued and he loves his blue cammies!  He is not fond of the shower situation, but who would be...  He was excited as they were finally going to start getting their mail in a few days and he hinted to send some pictures. All in all he seemed happy.

Comment by aprul(ship11,div63) on December 27, 2010 at 9:38am

Good Morning All,

 

I hope everyone had a great Christmas even without our SR's here with us to celebrate. I have been off for a couple days and trying to catch up on everything left here and it seems some have had some great news.

I wanted to share with everyone that I got a call from my husband on Saturday morning right after we finished opening presents. We got to talk for 30 minutes and it was amazing. He got to talk to our boy and they both cried with each other on the phone. It was so cute and sad. They miss each other so much!!! He said that he is a grad and go...BOO! So I only get Friday afternoon with him as he leaves for Groton, CT on Saturday for sub school. He did say they were getting a nice Christmas dinner and a lady came around with a cookie cart for all meals of the day. He said Friday they had holiday PT and were doing the same Saturday morning from 7-1. This means they can shine boots, iron clothes, write letters, but cannot get rowdy or sleep. He told me he is Master at Arms for his division which made me really proud! Then we just did some regular talking. he said there are letters coming so keep a look out. He said to send some pictures, lots more stamps, and small envelopes. (I am putting another calling card in there too!) He said they start IT this week so he was not looking forward to that. He said for me to tell you all to keep sending the letters as all the guys and girls look forward to them and he said right now they really need it! So I wanted to give you all an update and when I hear more I will let you all know. I hope everyone has a Happy new Year and bring on 2011!

 

Thanks for letting me share - April

Comment by Sailor Collins Wife!! on December 27, 2010 at 4:23am

Ame it is quite alright i enjoyed it.

Comment by Arwen on December 27, 2010 at 3:33am

There is a shuttle/taxi parking area just inside the main gate. There are almost always taxis (and sometimes a limo or two) waiting there for recruits or families. And yes, the limos charge the same as the taxis.

 

Be careful, if you are the only one out there, the taxi drivers will literally fight (verbally) over you, making competitive offers and getting in each others' faces. It happened to me, and totally weirded me out. But you can get a GREAT deal on a ride when they do that, LOL.

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