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Comment by diannep on April 16, 2011 at 3:28pm

ColoradoConnie:  All have to pass the final PFA, but when they have passed the earlier ones too, it makes it a bit easier for them. 

Comment by Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor on April 16, 2011 at 2:36pm

ccross, ((hugs)) to you and your son. I'm sure right now, he is holding on to what's comfortable for him. While he is in BC, keep sending encouraging words to him. I would also tell him that right now, his main focus is getting through boot camp. If he is young, maybe the gf not staying around is, in the long run, a good thing. (of course, as a mom, you may even feel that way, but would never say it to him) My son actually went into BC out of high school and broke up with his gf a week before, so that she wouldn't wait for him and so she could enjoy her college life. They are friends now, but my son does still miss her and it's been about 6 months now. She, on the other hand, moved on to someone else in a few months. Whatever happens, is what is meant to be and that's all you can really say to him now. ((hugs))

Comment by SailorWhitworth(Ship 04 Div 811) on April 16, 2011 at 12:17pm

@ccross132

How long have they been together? My boyfriend is in 811 and I'm not doing anything BUT waiting for him. Is she writing him? I write my SR everyday and send it off every other day. Just assure him that everything will work out, and that what's meant to be will always find a way! And tell him to stay focus on his objective, which is finishing RTC. Positive things is gonna be what pulls your SR through. :)

Comment by Ruth, Gun's Mom on April 16, 2011 at 12:16pm

ccross, I wish we could offer words of wisdom!  If the girlfriend doesn't wait for him, she wouldn't make a good Navy wife anyway, but that's no comfort now as he needs something to hang on to.  He's not the only one going through the same thing.  Only the girlfriend can reassure him.   

Comment by 1ProudMomma on April 16, 2011 at 11:51am

Still no letter from my daughter in ship 7 division 174.  I'm sure it is because they are so extremely busy but I will admit,....it sure would be nice to hear something.  I would like to know if they pulled her wisdom teeth and if her division is doing better.  I understand they were having some trouble pulling together into a team.  I think someone on this site mentioned that they had been black flagged.   I've never been through anything military before, and while I find it very interesting and wonderful to be a part of a bigger picture,....the not knowing part is hard sometimes.

Comment by ColoradoConnie on April 16, 2011 at 11:24am

I got a letter! I got a letter! {Dancing, singing, laughing and crying!} Maybe it's the altitude? I am so joyful and so greatful to hear he is doing well, He passed his swim and PFA on the first try !  Does that mean he is done or will he still take the 2nd one later down the road?

On the subject of the issue with div. 811. I feel that this is a life lessen, not only to draw the cream of the crop to the top, but to build the trust in each other that they must have... to perform their missions both confident in each others moral stature, but in the fact that they are such a cohesive team they can trust their lives to each other. It may sound harsh, but hey, this is "The Navy" and they are our future SEALS......................

Comment by KellynKaty(corps-Mom) on April 16, 2011 at 10:39am

Good morning ladies...Well, 33 days till grad. I cant wait.. Has anyone gotten any calls from div.178..I heard they might come in this wekend..Just wondering..

To comment on div.811, did the person get in trouble for what he was writing or for not studying?I know our kids probably do hate where they are at times..I just hope they dont get held back..

Have a great day!

Comment by Ruth, Gun's Mom on April 16, 2011 at 10:38am

Obviously, I was preaching to the choir!  It's so hard to see our kids go through this stuff, but at the same time, we know it's for their own good.  When you see your baby at PIR, you'll be SO proud!  You raised him/her right!

Comment by Ruth, Gun's Mom on April 16, 2011 at 9:56am

Gardening Brenda--I retired from teaching HS.  I agree with you! 

Scoutbeach, as unfair as it sounds to punish all, in the "real world" their lives are dependent on each other's actions.  It's a real life lesson.  As in the Marines, they're tearing them down to build them into the men and women that will keep each other safe and us, too. The few in the SEALS program that won't make it will wash out before they let everyone fail. 

 

A friend's son went to boot camp qualified and wanting to be a SEAL, but then realized he wanted a family life someday.  Not that a SEAL can't, but they have to put the mission first above anything.  He opted out.  He became a Nuke and it's been a good choice for him.  They all find their way, some just on rougher roads (or seas!).

Comment by Gardening_Brenda (S4 D811) on April 15, 2011 at 7:36pm

Amen, sister, amen!

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