DEP-Leavin' for bootcamp in February

Stevensmom, the Ramada gets mixed reviews and you will want to go to Sarge's Meet and Greet. There is no overnight Liberty authorized PIR weekend and especially not since your then Sailor will be flying out. See PIR Day and Liberty During PIR Weekend to help you know how to plan your weekend.

I have left info on some of your My Pages about your recruit's rating (job/specialty) and "A" School. If anyone else needs this info, leave a comment on my My Page with the rating and I will comment back on your My Page. I also have that info for the PACT programs.

Form letter came today, PIR 4/24/15 Ship 11 Div 155....Happy Monday!!!  SR left 2/25, box arrived 3/3 form letter 3/9 

Doing the ProudMom Happy Dance!!! I got the form letter.. Ship 2 Div 155 and his graduation is April 24th! Finally can quit stalking the mailman! ;)

Correction....Ship 11....Division 155....see I'm a newbie! haha

Here are the PIR groups for the February shippers:

PIR: 03/27/2015 TG 20 - 11 Divisions (119-128 and 920) 4 guests

PIR: 04/03/2015 TG 21 - 9 Divisions (129-136 and 921) 4 guests

PIR: 04/10/2015 TG 22 - 10 Divisions (137-144, 809, and 922) 4 guests

PIR: 04/17/2015 TG 23 - 9 Divisions (145-152 and 923) 4 guests (Divisions not confirmed by the RTC.)

PIR: 04/24/2015 TG 24 - 9 Divisions (153-160 and 924) 4 guests (Divisions not confirmed by the RTC.)

Click on the date and join to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Everyone, take time to read http://navylive.dodlive.mil/2015/03/23/4-things-to-know-about-opsec.... You may have some changes to make to your N4M profile, so also read OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile).

It's not too early to check out the discussion, Things to Do in the Last Month before Your Future Sailor Leaves for..., and to start discussing some of the things there with your future Sailor such as how to handle bad news and who will be put on the Access List....

If you have not yet joined Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones), now is a good time to do so and to begin checking out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) starting with OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) (some of you have changes that you need to make--at least change 3; make change 4 if your profile pic includes your future Sailor) and then go on to  Arrival and What Happens at the RTC.

My Depper leaves February 3, 2016.

Mine on February 8, 2016.  It's coming too fast!

If you have a future Sailor who is going to be in an 800 division, let me know in a comment on my My Page or in a PM (or comment in a friend request) and I will connect you with others with loved ones who will later be in the same division. DON'T openly post your future Sailor's contract or division number. Those with a future Sailor (or recruit) in a regular division or 900 division can post the division number and can post the contracted rating or field unless it is for one of the Spook ratings, but those with a loved one with a special ops contract should NEVER post that openly. See OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and 800 and 900 Divisions.

Wow, just one month 'til my future sailor leaves.  Time is getting close... I'm scared about what the future holds, too, TrueLady, but trying to be strong and proud - this is going to be a grand adventure!

My son is also leaving Feb. 9

My son is leaving February 9th. Such an overwhelming feeling!

My son leaves February 3rd.  Anyone else?

My daughter is leaving on Feb 2nd. She is my first born and it's becoming a bitter sweet. I am excited and proud of her.

I have left info on some of your My Pages about your future Sailor's rating (job/specialty) and "A" School. If anyone else needs this info, leave a comment on my My Page with the rating or field and I will comment back on your My Page. I have info on every rating and field. I also have that info for the PACT programs.

Be sure to check out the discussion, Things to Do in the Last Month before Your Future Sailor Leaves for..., and to start discussing some of the things there with your future Sailor such as how to handle bad news and who will be put on the Access List....

If you have not yet joined Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones), now is a good time to do so and to begin checking out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) starting with OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) (some of you have changes that you need to make--at least change 3; make change 4 if your profile pic includes your future Sailor) and then go on to Arrival and What Happens at the RTC.

If you have a future Sailor who is going to be in an 800 division, let me know in a comment on my My Page or in a PM (or comment in a friend request) and I will connect you with others with loved ones who will later be in the same division. DON'T openly post your future Sailor's contract or division number. Those with a future Sailor (or recruit) in a regular division or 900 division can post the division number and can post the contracted rating or field unless it is for one of the Spook ratings, but those with a loved one with a special ops contract should NEVER post that openly. See OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and 800 and 900 Divisions.

My daughter left last February, It was hard, BUT we got through it!!!  As will all of you :)

Please Please Please have your future sailor write phone numbers and addresses on a small piece of paper!!  A lot of Kids don't have that stuff memorized.....and when it comes to that first phone call they won't be able to call because they don't know the number!!!  

ProudPickle, thanks for coming back and sharing.

My recruit ships out February 8, and it is very hard having these changes looming so close.  It really helps to know that so many have gone through this before, both sailors and moms, and have had the same feelings that we are now.  Thank you, ProudPickle, for your support, and all of the other lovely ladies and gents that take the time to give advice and support and hugs when needed. 

Tracysmom, we're here for you. Check the links I gave you on your My Page. The most important thing right now is enjoying time with your future Sailor while he is there and not missing him before he leaves (well, after fixing a few things I left for you on your My Page). Things to Do in the Last Month before Your Future Sailor Leaves for... will let you and your future Sailor know how to prepare.

What's really overwhelming is the stuff our kids need to know. Has your Future Sailor completed the DEP PQS? Ask how its coming along.

My son leaves Feb 8.  He's an only child... I have mixed emotions.  I am excited for him and afraid as well.

My son leaves Feb 16....so proud...so sad...and def overwhelmed.  

My daughter is leaving next Tuesday for MEPS and flying to Great Lakes on Wednesday. So for all you February mom's, I am taking this one for the team first. She is my oldest and only girl. We have been through so much together that this is really hard for me. I have not let her see me break down. She has been running, swimming, and packing her room up. She just turned 18 in December and my anxiety is through the roof. We are having a going away Open House Saturday for friends and family to stop by and get their last hug.

We are on the west side of Indy. My son has a ship date of 2/15. He is fiercely independent and very much leaving me out of the loop but I am supporting him the best I can and trying to help him prepare. I have mixed emotions. I was weak and broke down when he told me he was leaving sooner than the original date ( his choice) but since then I have gained some composure and have a clearer understanding that this was solely his choice. I am proud he has made some an important decision for his life!

I would really like to connect with other local Moms.

I have left info on some of your My Pages about your future Sailor's rating (job/specialty) and "A" School. If anyone else needs this info, leave a comment on my My Page with the rating or field and I will comment back on your My Page. I have info on every rating and field. I also have that info for the PACT programs.

If you have a future Sailor who is going to be in an 800 division, let me know in a comment on my My Page or in a PM (or comment in a friend request) and I will connect you with others with loved ones who will later be in the same division. DON'T openly post your future Sailor's contract or division number. Those with a future Sailor (or recruit) in a regular division or 900 division can post the division number and can post the contracted rating or field unless it is for one of the Spook ratings, but those with a loved one with a special ops contract should NEVER post that openly. See OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and 800 and 900 Divisions.

Hello, I'm new to the group and haven't posted yet because we've been super busy getting our kiddo ready for BC.  He is leaving for MEPS on Monday and to GL on Tuesday.  My question is, we were told that he needed to bring his SS card with him when he goes.  I have some concerns about him carrying his SS card with him, we normally keep our in the safe.  They took copies of his Birth Cert, diploma, and SS card when he joined, why would he need to bring his card now?

Kara, he needs his original SS card. See 1b. of Things to Do in the Last Month before Your Future Sailor Leaves for....