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Comment by diannep on March 5, 2011 at 2:51pm

Someone on here may want to go ahead and set up the "post" for the MeetNGreet. Just go to the calendar on the right of this page.  Click on "Mar 31."  Then you can "add event" on that date.  Here is the info for the MeetNGreet:

Ramada Inn Waukegan PIR 4/1 MeetNGreet, Thurs, March 31st, 6-8 pm

200 North Green Bay Rd

Waukegan IL

phone:  847-244-2400

That way, people can RSVP on that post. Or....someone can set up a MeetNGreet discussion above and take RSVP's that way.  Nice to know how many to expect from this group...and the Ramada likes a "heads up" from the N4M group as far as number if someone can call PIR week and give them just a ballpark figure.  Not a requirement, but helps with their food planning for this group.  But all are invited, whether they RSVPed or not!

 

Comment by janlee on March 5, 2011 at 1:23pm

skyler--thats is correct...its being held wether anyone attends or not. It is just a courtesy that the hotel offers for the familys visiting for the weekend. Also, you asked if it is a nice place. I thought it was pretty nice. here is  alink to view pics. The M&G is held in the Saddle Ridge:

http://www.ramada.com/Ramada/control/Booking/property_info?property...

Comment by janlee on March 5, 2011 at 12:48pm

Also...you do NOT have to being staying at the Ramada to attend, it is open to everyone. All friends and family attending the PIR with you are welcome also. The more, the merrier...lol

Comment by janlee on March 5, 2011 at 12:47pm

skyler--yes..the ramada holds a meet and greet every thursday night from 6-8 pm the evening before PIR. They have a lounge (restaurant right beside) area where they hold it. They have tables set up before you enter the lounge with name tags, markers, etc...It is for any one who wants to attend, wether they are on N4M's or not. BUT...this group is responsible for getting the word out and passing on the info to everyone on here. 

They have very nice appetizers and each room (if staying there) receives two free drink coupons (Free appetizers, but cash bar).

Its nice to see everyone from N4M's, we made up our own nametags and were able to recognize everyone that way. 

 

Comment by Hunters_Mom_12/092_MAA on March 5, 2011 at 12:35pm

Hilarious JessicaB

Comment by Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons on March 5, 2011 at 10:15am

quiltblue, I love that, very funny. Thanks for the laugh. I think I remember reading that you are a quilter. Do you ever make quilts for other people?

Comment by quiltblue on March 5, 2011 at 2:49am

Okay, here is another "Military Funny"... I am sending to my son in his next card.

Who Is Going to Afghanistan First?
Boudreaux, the smoothest-talking Cajun in the Louisiana National Guard, got called up to active duty. Boudreaux's first assignment was in a military induction center.
Because he was a good talker, they assigned him the duty of advising new recruits about government benefits, especially the GI insurance to which they were entitled.
The officer in charge soon noticed that Boudreaux was getting a 99% sign-up rate for the more expensive supplemental form of GI insurance.
This was remarkable, because it cost these low-income recruits $30.00 per month for the higher coverage, compared to what the government was already providing at no charge. The officer decided he'd sit in the back of the room at the next briefing and observe Boudreaux's sales pitch.
Boudreaux stood up before the latest group of inductees and said, "If you has da normal GI insurance an' you goes to Afghanistan an' gets youself killed, da government pays you beneficiary $20,000. If you takes out da supplemental insurans, which cost you only t'irty dollars a mons, den da governmen' gots ta pay you beneficiary $200,000!"
"Now," Boudreaux concluded, "which bunch you tink dey gonna send ta Afghanistan first ?"

****************** (This is from a friend in Colorado)

I have asked my friends to come up with jokes to send, I print two copies of them (with jokes on both sides) so he can pass them around.  I like the idea of a card shower... mine has his birthday on the 21st, so maybe I can do that! Cool Beans as a friend like to say!

Comment by azjulie (Ship 11, Division 115) on March 5, 2011 at 12:46am

Thanks for the "giggle" JessicaB-Sailor Mom. I think I'll send this to my recruit!

Our son missed last Friday's phone call time because he was SIQ -- Sick in Quarters. Got about a 3 min call for "info" earlier this week, but am having to rely on our 1 letter per week (only 2 so far). He did say the cards and letters we are sending really help a bunch. So, this week, I'm trying to organize a one-day "card shower" where he will get a bunch of mail on one day. I've posted the idea on my fb page and am bringing a bunch of cards to church with me on Sunday to have people sign and/or write in the cards and I'll mail them myself on Monday. I'm hoping it will provide a jumbo morale boost for the last couple of weeks and upcoming battlestations. : )

Comment by janlee on March 4, 2011 at 11:17pm

Any moms who are writing to SR's who may not be receiving mail , like Huntersmoms group (very nice, by the way), you may want to stick something in their envelope with your card or letter. Such as a page of a crossword puzzle, or a sudoku page. They love those. I sent some to my son and he said that boys were asking him if he had any extras. Especially the SR's that may not be writing a lot of letters. This will give them something to do while others are writing..:))

Comment by reggie11209 (Ship 11, Div 115) on March 4, 2011 at 10:32pm

Thanks, I knew it was wishful thinking...lol  My problem is that I work in the city and getting home I am on the subway for an hour with no phone communication..I would hate to miss him because as usual I'm on the subway...but I do need another letter soon..

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