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Comment by JoeysmomAOVFA22 on July 23, 2010 at 2:14pm

I still have not heard from my son. I have sent cards, stamps, envelopes, even a questionaire. Its very frustrating not knowing or understand why he hasnt. I spoke with some of his friends and they havent got anything either. Not sure what to do here. Im trying to be understanding but its really hard. Im glad all of you share what your recruits have to say. It does give some comfort.

Comment by TxNavyMomWifeCPO(Ship6Div941) on July 23, 2010 at 1:31pm

Hey gals just to clarify...my hubby did identify himself at the beginning of the post...and I gave him my permission to post..because I thought it was very important to hear from an OIC(officer in charge) point of view. As I have said before, the recruits are in professional hands. These RDCs are trained well as they too go through the "boot camp" process in their RDC training--they know what they can and cannot do. Iron has to be forged in fire before becoming stronger as steel. So the same with our young adults...when you see them for the first time after the graduation ceremony...you will be more amazed the transformation--a new sense of accomplishment, confidence, and pride in your new sailor! And better have the tissues ready!!! Your heart will be so full of pride and will spill out in the tears that will come from that. I never cry in uniform except twice in my navy career--at my son's graduation from b/c, and when I made Chief....well now there will be a THIRD time...so don't think too much of it when you see a Chief Petty Officer and of course a blubbering Commander(hubby) crying because we are so darn proud too.

nikosmom-yep they will look fondly upon their b/c time someday...we all do. Thanks for reminding me :-)
titan'smom-I am with you girl...wish I could give you a hug from across the computer screen...I know how you feel from one mama bear to another. We do not want our children to be "hurt" in anyway--it is just our natural instinct to protect them--who do they come running to in time of need? The moms of course :-)
To all-men sometimes tend to put up a "mask" but believe me they are missing their sons/daughter as well--they are hurting too.

Hugs and love to all-Susan

Comment by diannep on July 23, 2010 at 12:30pm

m'smom: Ok, give him your password and let him get on when you aren't there! The rules are that he has to identify himself like Big Daddy does! We don't want to assume it is YOU! My son told me when home on leave that I was on this thing too much. I told him I couldn't hear him and ignored him....

Comment by shannong1268 (CVN 77) on July 23, 2010 at 12:27pm

My SR is going to A school in Pensacola too! She's AD, i think...we live in FL so its good that she'll be somewhat familiar with P'cola. She sent some "fantasy" foods in one of her letters, Moe's and Carrabba's! Im going to have a list of options for her to choose from on PIR. I think this experience is what alot of our kids need..we do spoil them and this will give them self confidence to trust themselves and not let us do all the work! Mine needed to channel her powers for something constructive, this was her choice, she only signed in April so it came quick for her! Cant wait to she how much she's matured!

Comment by m'smom on July 23, 2010 at 12:24pm

Anyone else have a husband looking over their shoulder? Mine thought this was just a waste of time. Now he asks what you all have posted. I think he needs the info as much as we do, just won't admit it!! LOL

Comment by trisha on July 23, 2010 at 12:15pm

Thank you husband!
What I think that is so hard for us moms, is that we don't want our children to hurt, in anyway, whether it's physical, mental or emtional pain. Moms run in with bandaids, and kisses to take away the hurt and we know that they are hurting, its part of the process. My husband and all of his brothers did boot camp and laugh and say, it will pass, he will be fine, etc. I do believe them but it's like childbirth, hurts like a son of a ***** during the process, but the end result is amazing. You "forget" how bad it was, how long, etc because what you ended up with was worth it. That is how I am thinking boot camp, 8 weeks of labor and I can see that my son is "getting it" just by the tone of his letters. I do find myself grasping at what the other moms post, because while me son does write me weekly, the letters are very short and he deosnt' give hardly any information about boot camp. I have come to realize the past few weeks just how much i miss him. The past few months were a little difficult before he left, as he had turned 18 and was a DEP, so was in a holding pattern. I know he will come out the other side a much better person and I know that I gave the navy my boy and they will give him back to me as a man.

To all the moms on this site, you are AWESOME and I can't tell you how much I appreciate your posts, it is what is keeping me sane. Getting on a plane home, 2 hour flight and hoping that if I get a call, it won't come in the new few hours.

Comment by TxNavyMomWifeCPO(Ship6Div941) on July 23, 2010 at 11:25am

Hi all,
This is the husband of TxNavyMomWifeCPO here. Outstanding forum you all have here to keep in touch / learn / communicate. My intent in this forum was and is to just read and enjoy as the excitement of 27 Aug builds. However, I feel compelled to respond to TitanMom's comments that her son claims "that the RDC's can beat the recruits now". As a recently retired 30 year Navy Commander whose last duty was Officer in Charge of a joint Navy / USMC aviation maintenance facility, I was entrusted with the leadership and welfare of 450 sailors and marines. One of my most serious responsibilities was performing non-judicial punishment on service members that committed infractions of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (something all of our "kids" are learning about during this basic training they are undergoing). Because I had "Captains Mast" authority, I learned in great detail about the Navy's policies on hazing, sexual harassment and fraternization ("zero tolerance" by the way) and in turn all members of my command were trained on these elements as well. The "zero tolerance" policy on hazing, sexual harassment and fraternization are even more rigorously taught and enforced in the Navy training world (Boot Camp, "A" schools, "C" schools, etc.). Any RDC who improperly touches a recruit in any way would invite a swift trip to XOI (Executive Officer Inquiry) with a follow on to see the "old man" (be that male or female) for "Captain's Mast".

Proper context: Rigorous Navy training environments like to use the term "beat downs"... which our Seaman Recruits get to take part in ....after they receive shots, are medically cleared, and pass physical fitness test. "Beat downs" are good old fashioned high intensity workouts designed to get your Seaman Recruit and their new friends to learn how "gel" as a team. It's good stuff. Your Seaman Recruit will feel a great sense of accomplishment for being part of these team building "workouts" (although maybe not while they are in progress). Having attended Navy Basic at Orlando(78) and Aviation Officer Candidate School(86), I found the biggest issue with these "workouts" was being in the push up position (the pools of sweat are building) and trying not to laugh. Cause' you know if you laugh the "beat downs" will continue. Trust me... sailors will find humor in anything.

Just wanted to make sure all who read and enjoy this blog understand the context of the word "beat". Looking forward to the meet and greet! Thanks!

Comment by m'smom on July 23, 2010 at 10:13am

My son said all he wants is to hear our voices. He said letters are great, keep them coming. But he can't wait to hear us!
SO those of you who have been there before..Where are the best places to take them for a good meal? Do we need to make reservations?

Comment by trisha on July 23, 2010 at 9:52am

Funny, when I asked my son what he wanted to do on liberty, and he said to just sit and eat a really good meal. No sightseeing, nothing, just to sit.

Comment by shannong1268 (CVN 77) on July 23, 2010 at 9:48am

Hi guys, my daughter is in 941, got a few letters yesterday, she sounds really good. She said a few pppl were sick, pink eye, colds ect. She's tired of shining her 10lb boots! She is the Master of Arms in her Div, she also said she is carrying the New York Flag at PIR. They got Dog Tags on Sunday, and theres some PT tests going on this week. She really sounds good and positive, she's fantasizing about her "first real meal" on 8/27! Thanks for all the great suggestions you guys have made with letters and such, been very helpful!

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