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For family members of sailors who are on the USS GW on their way to be stationed in Japan
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Latest Activity: Jun 27, 2024
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Discussion Forum
Son on USS GW
Started by MzNetNet Ship 12 DIV 371. Last reply by BBS Aug 3, 2016. 41 Replies 3 Likes
Pass ports
Started by Yvonne Jesse's mom(ship2div907). Last reply by ProudNavyMomkp Oct 28, 2015. 6 Replies 0 Likes
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Comment by Mollie...Kelcies Mom on December 5, 2010 at 5:01am
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anchorsmom, no, I haven't heard back yet regarding the gift cards from the eateries that are on base. I promise to let you all know as soon as I hear anything, although it is getting towards the "late side" to wait, and hope that we can get the packages there in time for Christmas.
DC....I agree with kathy, THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
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Comment by DC - G'mother of My Fav Sailor on December 4, 2010 at 11:24am
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Here's some sites that sell GW ornaments:
Cafe Press: This is a flat round ornament with the GW painted on it.
4ArmedForces: This is an embroidered ornament, two bells with the GW below the bells.
Tom Pollard Designs: This is a brass ornament with the carrier, US and Japanese flags, the GW name and motto on it as well as CVN 73.
Flat rate boxes can definitely make a difference. I mailed pillowcases the other day and saved about $16-17 dollars. The postal clerk was curious and checked the difference. If you have something very light, then it may not work.
Mollie, I think sending favorite personal toiletries and brands of things is really important. It makes it seem more like home.
My g'daughter will share anything except her popcorn (she has to be there when they pop it) and her Le Petit Ecolier cookies. Somehow the guys in her shop don't want to share her tampons although she has offered. :-) I have found that Starbursts are great "packing" material. They fill the nooks and crannies really well and she says they last "about 60 seconds." I did send chocolate candies once and she said they were much appreciated but had to be licked off the wrappers. If sending those, I would put them in plastic bags.
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Millye........CONGRATULATIONS TO CLAIRE!!! Thats awesome, that she got her surface warfare pin!!! I know that it takes a lot of work. Kudo's to her.
I also have not had any luck purchasing GW items thru the FRG. I've also sent numerous emails to "davina", and NEVER get a response :( I was REALLY wanting to get a GW Christmas ornament, but am thinking that's probably NOT going to happen :( I had also wanted to get one to put away for Kelcie to have once her tour over there is done.
ND mom....brrrrrrrrrrr, I'll not gripe about +25 anymore :-) Welcome to the group!!! Has your son been able to get you his mailing address yet? It usually takes 10-14 days for them to get packages if they are out to sea, but a week-10 days when they are in port in Yokosuka. Flat rate shipping boxes are the most economical way to send things. I usually try to send little things from home, that she might not be able to get in Japan. Or just "favorites" of hers. Local items, like candy from our local "candy kitchen", have sent limited civilian clothes, they don't have much space, even in their barracks. Movies, along with popcorn, her personal favorite toiletries, brands etc that she likes. Lots of moms will probably weigh in with suggestions. This year, she wants a new purse, an Ipod charger with speakers and DVD's of her favorite TV shows.
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Comment by ND Navy Mom Ship 10 Div 250 on December 4, 2010 at 2:30am
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Yes..we found it...first time on the site and first time for our sailor on the GW...exciting..we miss him...as his little brother says "Big Much"...wont be home for Christmas nor his 21st B-day...on the 28th...so what and how do you send stuff over there to get on the ship and more important...what is appropriate...blankets, civilian clothes...etc please help out as we are new to this...-15 tonight
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Comment by Janis on December 3, 2010 at 11:19am
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Just got my first email from my daughter since they left port. She said her email was 'broken' and it took a while before it was fixed. I'm guessing she means the link to her email address was broken. So if any other moms and loved ones haven't heard yet, that might be the reason. She said everyone is fine.
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BZ to Claire for her accomplishment. Millye, as I understand it, both warfare specialist qualifications are similar but specialize in different areas of the ship. Since my g'daughter is in aviation she needs to get the ASWS before she does anything else. I would imagine that ASWS would be harder for Claire because she does not work in the aviation area on a daily basis. It will be an accomplishment.
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Comment by preston8655 on December 2, 2010 at 9:17pm
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My son is currently in Florida he is going to Japan soon he's coming hm on the 17th but he said d navy will pay for his ticket to come hm but he have to pay for d ticket to get back.I don't understand because i thought if you're using leave you have to pay for d ticket period.Do anyone know?Maybe because he's going to Japan??? I don't know have anyone heard of this or he just have the wrong info.
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Comment by abc815 on December 2, 2010 at 12:47pm
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thank you! and yes kathy. i'll finally be able to attend the gwfrg meetings and all that good stuff. :) i just realized that there are no members in this group from japan? or maybe there are? you'll have to let me know your son and his gf are! will she be living there or just visiting?
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hello n4m's! :) my flight has officially been booked, so i am moving to japan in one week. i will then be reporting to you from overseas! :)
welcome to the group, pammie! mollie is right, there is almost always SOMEONE who can help you out with any questions or concerns you might have.
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Heard back from the FRG already, they are researching my question about gift cards purchased here at home being accepted at Chili's, Subway and Taco Bell on base. They said the will get me a definitive answer within a couple of days. I'll let you all know as soon as I hear.
Sue.....love the "skittles" what a perfect name. hahaha
Pammie...welcome aboard the GW mom family. It's a great group of ladies and hopefully we can answer any questions you have. That's the wonderful thing about this site, if one mom doesn't know the answer.....there are a couple of hundred more, and somebody is going to know :-) :-) Yep for sure, LOTS of changes in the space of a small time frame. Just give us a "holler" if you feel the need for support, we've all dealt with the long distance issue and the feelings that can conjure up. It sounds like your son has a great approach to life and I'm sure he will do just fine. Sometimes it's harder on us moms than it is them!!
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