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Family and friends of anyone who has a SR that graduates April 29th
TG 24 — 9 Divisions (149–156 & 924) Graduate Friday, April 29, 2011
Members: 104
Latest Activity: Sep 17, 2012
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Discussion Forum
Ship 12 Div 154
Started by m3. Last reply by navygirl34 Apr 11, 2012. 27 Replies 0 Likes
So, I walked away from my computer with N4M up and my son I think deleted the previous ship 12 div 154 discussion I started! SO here is a new one! hah. Hoping to get a phone call sometime next week!Continue
Ship 03, Div 155 anyone?
Started by Maddie. Last reply by Maddie Jun 17, 2011. 355 Replies 0 Likes
I have not been doing much of anything these last few days but mope and check online. I have read everything on this site since I found it, just about 5 days ago. Why I haven't made the search earlier, I don't know. It would have made his leaving…Continue
Nuke A School FAQ
Started by NF Mom. Last reply by NF Mom May 5, 2011. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Nuke A School FAQ click the Above LinkContinue
USS Hopper is Ship 3 Division 150
Started by CMom. Last reply by ronniesmom May 4, 2011. 166 Replies 0 Likes
Anyone that has a loved one in Ship 3 Division 150? My son is in this Division - Lets share news - No put downs please - as there may be times our SR writes about someone that they are not happy with for whatever reason - Please keep those…Continue
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Comment by margie on March 28, 2011 at 9:53pm
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My son is also on ship 3 div 152. I also got a call from him today. It was nice to hear his voice again, but he sounded tired. Hes said he was doing well and making friends. It was nice to hear that.
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So happy for you moms that got your phone calls..I cannot wait. Ship12Div154.
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Comment by diannep on March 28, 2011 at 9:04pm
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Why, THANK YOU, midi! Actually, I tend to be negative more than I should...this site helps me to pull more positive out! Thanks!
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Comment by Am'smom Ship#3 Div#152 April 29 on March 28, 2011 at 8:53pm
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I also got a call from my daughter too just awhile ago .ship 3 div 152 she sound good and everything is on track so far
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Comment by shellfish2 on March 28, 2011 at 8:11pm
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GOT A PHONE CALL TODAY ABOUT AN HOUR AGO! Ship 3 division 152. Not sure if they whole division got to call or only those that did good on their first test.
It was amazing to hear her voice. She said she is tired but other than that everything is going good and she cannot wait to graduate! I can't tell you all how much this phone call put my mind at ease just to be able to hear her voice and hear her say that everything is going well.
She said technically they are only given time to write on Sundays but most people find time to write during the week but that they only get to mail things out on Sunday. They also only receive their mail Monday-Friday, no Saturday at this point.
I was so freaked out seeing the 847 area code pop up on my phone that I almost forgot how to answer it!!
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Comment by Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons on March 28, 2011 at 1:29pm
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Well put ladies. It is so good to see everyone encouraging each other and I am sure we all hope and pray that is what the recruits are doing as well. :-)
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Reneric: Try to stay positive. This is a breakdown process for all of the SRs in bc. I don't think we ladies want to know all that they go through...but I think you can understand WHY they have to go through it. For the Navy to be strong, it is all about teamwork...having each other's back...whether you like the person or not. With so many coming into the Navy from different backgrounds, experiences, beliefs, etc...well, I know none of us envy the job the RDCs have. It couldn't possibly be easy to get all on the "same page." But somehow they do it...which you will see at PIR.
Just know that the breakdown process takes a few weeks, but by about week 4 of training, they start building them back up into sailors. That is when you will hear a change in their voices/letters for the positive.
My son hated being asmoed...but it happened. He was so thrilled to be back with another division a week later. Your son will be there soon too. Pray extra hard for him...my son told me that he entered that new division with a better attitude, more determined than ever, so it actually may have been a good thing for my son (his own words). So...hang in there! He will pass that test and be back in a group soon!
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Yes, Jessica. I DO remember some of those veterans. Where did they GO???
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I like that, swim4life! With God, all things ARE possible!
Chimelle: Thanks so much for sharing that about the asmoed SR. Mine was one of those when he was at bc. I asked him when he rejoined a new division if he was a problem or an asset for that new division....without hesitation, he said asset...definitely. "Asmoed" SRs can get a bad rap. My son said there were about 5 of them who entered this new division. He said they were treated badly by the other SRs at first, or ignored. But he said after a few days, they felt very accepted.
Hi, midi: Yes, you can give your new sailor a black plain backpack with laptop, cell, a few civilian clothes that they can eventually wear when phased up at A School. Now this can only be given to them if you meet them at the airport as they fly out. They cannot have these things as long as they are on RTC. Those who have sailors moving over to GL A School can give them to their sailors after they have moved on that base, join their families for liberty, and return back to the A School base.
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Comment by swim4life on March 28, 2011 at 12:54pm
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...with God, all things are possible!!!!!
Hey friends. Hoping you all (y'all) have a wonderful week, hear from your SRs, get some things done, and that those recovering from health issues can keep getting stronger! Can't wait for graduation! :)
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