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RCU SHIP 04 DIV 741
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Seamen Recruits are here getting medical treatment for minor injuries. FIT DIV is also in this area.
Location: RTC Chicago, IL
Members: 203
Latest Activity: Jul 20, 2023
It's hard not knowing! That is the purpose for this group. Most likely if you are here your SR has had trouble keeping up or not passed a PFA due to some sort of minor medical issue. Often it stress fractures bringing SR's here. Know this when you don’t get a call that is a very good thing. Calling them is not a good thing and it can negatively impact your SR to have his or her “Mommy“ calling! They are harder on them in this DIV than any other. They want them up and out. The best thing you can do is sends tons of mail. Send scripture and motivational mail. I know my SR said reading the Bible was considered a sign of weakness here. When you get a tearful call motivate. Stay positive and encourage you SR. This is a small detour to greatness and getting the I'm a Sailor call! Recruit family and friends…“Navy mom friends are the best“…to send your SR mail as well. NMH for you all!!
Discussion Forum
NOT KNOWING
Started by Navyvet. Last reply by Navyvet Jul 13, 2021. 2 Replies 0 Likes
My daughter left June 30, 21 ended up being sent to the ER before going to RTC to have her gall bladder removed. She left the hospital on July 5th and is now in RCU. I have not heard from her to see…Continue
Looking for an explanation of the RCU process- please share your insight!
Started by KarinD Mar 18, 2021. 0 Replies 0 Likes
My son was sent to the RCU unit on 3.8.21 for having an inhalant in his medical record for treatment of bronchitis/pleurisy when he was 15 yrs old.Would someone be kind enough to explain the process…Continue
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Comment by paces on January 17, 2012 at 6:37pm
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Lostsoul...I am so sorry. I know trying to decide when to tell him is a difficult thing. I know you feel an obligation to tell him right away, but try to take a moment to consider his mindset with his injury and setback with boot camp. I agree with Navy2011Mom, you know him better than anyone, but there is nothing he can do until he gets out of boot camp, except worry. I will be praying extra prayers for your SR and your family.
Navy2011Mom... You have a very wise husband. You are blessed.
barbydahlzz...Will be praying for your SR and you. I know the waiting is hard, but you definitely want him to get well. Patience is hard when you are in this situation.
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Comment by Navy2011Mom on January 17, 2012 at 6:19pm
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The waiting really is the most difficult thing. Also, the delay in when something happens with them and how long it takes to find out through the mail. It seems like when I get a letter, it's already been a week since whatever was happening happened.
Will walking laps be the next milestone for your SR, Barbydahlzz? Will he have to run as well? Hoping all is well with his x-ray and everything else. I think we're all at the crazy place together -- thankfully!!
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Comment by Barbydahlzz ALUM 09/075 USS JPJ on January 17, 2012 at 4:49pm
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navy2011.... ur hubby is a smart man.... (don't tell him that tho) LOL..
UGH... got a letter.. I swear they keep saying NEXT WEEK NEXT WEEK... my SR has to be able to walk 12 laps tomorrow... which from the way he sounds should be ok... THEN an xray this friday...the phase 4 for a week... i thought he was ALREADY at phase 4.. he's getting frustrated or going crazy..Im going crazy too...
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LostSoul... I told my husband about this and his take was that its possible being in boot camp saved your son's life. Try to see the bright side (if there is any) in that he wasn't in the house when it burned down. I think men may see things differently than us sometimes.
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LostSoul... I'm so sorry to hear about this. Your poor son... Him getting well is key. You know him better than anyone and, of course, have to make the decision on when to tell him. I agree with Barbydahlzz that there probably isn't any good time, but whatever you decide will be the right time. I'm so sorry!!! Praying for both of you during this difficult time.
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lostsoul.... oh dear god... im sooooo sorry... was anyone living in the house?? did it burn down to the ground? who can take care of things while he's gone? do you know how it happened?? Whats his rate going to be after boot and school? i don't think there is going to be any GOOD time to tell him. praying for you and your SR..
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Barbydahlzz... Great to hear! Hopefully he will get into Phase 4 and be out of there soon! Can't wait to hear...
-Janet
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barbydahlzz...Congratulations!!! Will be praying for him.
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hey moms... GOT A FAT LETTER TODAY... :-) it was written mon/tues he said if he did get the ALL CLEAR on thursday he'd be put in PHASE 4 for one week then move to a division.....well didn't get the ALL CLEAR ... so PIR.. 2/3 or 2/10 but he said something about 2/17 so i really don't know...AND NO CLUE WHAT I DID TO MAKE MY FONT SO LARGE...
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Phillies... Congatulations!!! So happy for you and her. I'm excited just hearing the news myself so I know you are bouncing. It is so good to hear about them getting better. You know, your SRs become all of ours once they're here.
Lost soul... Welcome, so sorry to hear about your SR. Phone calls don't come very often. They are supposed to be able to call every Sunday, but that doesn't always happen. We did get a letter every Thursday like clock work, but the calls were more like every other week or every two weeks. They are longer calls between 30 min and an hour when they do come though. Just hold on to the "no news is good news". If something happens, they will call.
Navy2011Mom...Anytime. I still come here because I feel connected to these SRs. I also hope that I can be of help to you and others who find themselves here. I also found that helping others, helps me. Thank you for the prayers for my now "sailor" . It was such a relief when he finished, but that relief was short lived as he progressed to the next level. It all starts again. It has truly been a roller coaster ride. It is just so much easier with wonderful Moms like you to ride with.
barbydahlzz..Ditto to Janet. Keep your faith and chin up. It will all work out. Remember, they are taking good care of him. So glad you got a letter! I am sure that lifted your spirits. Nothing takes the place of that phone call though. Lots of prayers are coming your way.
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