Lydia, great picture! hope all is going well and your hubby is doing good! Thinking of you both. Ann1 I developed shingles after my son went through SERE that just push me right over the cliff! LOL! Lexi, will be keeping your Son in my prayers good luck! Wishing fpr the best! Have a great weekend YA'LL
Week four is complete. Class leader. Two more days of tests and graduation on Thursday. Glad I have a big special event for the non-profit where I work to keep me busy all weekend.
Ann1, Congrats to your Sailor!!! So sorry, you asked before it they were in the same class, sometimes it is hard to figure out who knows who when we can not use names. Awesome that they are good friends, hope they class up to together!!! They are a great group of guys. Praying they all do well in FRAC and we can meet at the next graduation!!! My daughter and I will be visiting SD this summer.
lexi728, Praying for you and your son!!!! Tell him to hang in there-persevere!!!!
Okay yall have GOT to go see Battleship.... woooooooooooow what a kewl action packed movie... lots of Navy kids got to be extras in it and also wounded Warriors too. One of the main character was a real Army General who lost both legs... totally GREAT movie!
Depending on what food you're in the mood for. There's Sonnys for BBQ, Vallartas for Mexican, and McGuire's for Irish food and lots of it. Great atmosphere and we had a lot of fun there, too :)
B said they worked them really hard yesterday because they were the "new guys". Pool workouts today then test Wednesday and retests Thursday. His parents are flying into Pcola tomorrow for a weekend visit hoping they give him a huge pep talk and fix a little of his homesickness.
My son made a small mistake in a test today - something he said he's done correctly dozens of times but he apparently lost his focus. He was so very close to finishing We've delayed our trip. He's hurting I know and I'm hurting with him.
and we are hurting with you kkHousier. I keep forgetting about those times and how it was so hard on us too so know that you have support here, and our prayers too.
kkrHoosier, This happens to the best of them. It happen to my Son, he has got to stay focused! He can do it! This is a tough program, hang tough it's not over for him! When the instructors see a weakness they will be all over him! He has to show mental toughness, He can do it!!!!!!! Stay positive! Prayers coming your way I know who tough this is! Praying hard for his success!!!
kkr - praying for him and for Lexi's Sailor also ... yes mental is 99.9 % of it.. they will roll him back in for a second chance Im sure... and he will NAIL it....
kkrHoosier, Your son will do great, praying for you and your sailor!!!!
Lexi, Praying for you and your sailor! The pep talk will help!!!
My son was in the same position, he and a few others. It just made them that much more determined. They all did great!! All graduated Romeo, SERE and are about to start FRAC.
Vitamama - ummmm I dont know what kind of helos my boy is on but Ill ask him.. Im sure since your boy is Romeo then it will be a different kind helo - Have you Googled it?
Lixi and KKr - best of luck and prayers for them...
Lydia, oh no, when you don't know something, that scares me. JUST KIDDING. My son was a Romeo with the guys but now trains at different squadrons and will be flying different helos and different jobs. His designator is AWR but he doesn't fly in the Romeo, he is training to fly in the Foxtrot. Anyone else have a son in that one? To me it was just a dance step or a word in the Navy alphabet. Is that TMI on here?
Hi Ladies! Trying to catch up, I've been off for awhile. R is several weeks into new training in SD. This is probably the longest it's been since we've been able to see him. We were lucky last year to be able to be close enough to see him every couple of months at least. Planning to visit SD in the next few months. He was supposed to have his 1st flight tomorrow but it's been canceled. Know he's looking forward to it.
To those going thru RSS, to repeat everyone else----being "rolled" back a week during any phase is not the end of the line usually. Just gotta use the opportunity to learn, stay strong and refocus!!
HI SWEETPEA!!!! - how are your son and dil doing??
Rmom - glad to hear from you!!! Good he is in his training.. My B will get his wings in a bout a month and half he said... very exciting those coveted wings!!! Which also means the end of training and then deploying overseas... =( oh well, knew that day would come.. He thinks it will be in Jan... so maybe one more Christmas yippie.....
Hey Lydia, all is well thanks! Training has slowed and being delayed not sure when he will finish up. I believe one flight left. Training is almost complete. Will you make it to your Son's graduation the winging ceremony? How is your hubby finished with treatment?
A hearty thank you to the terrific moms (wives and gfs) behind the men and women who serve in our military. Some may just be beginning their service but they are still heroes in my book. Our country would be nothing without their dedication and fortitude. God bless them and the USA!!! HUGS!! Praying for you all!!!
sweetpea....... Im hoping to coordinate it with my daughter.. she wants to go too... Im saving every penny that I have to try... I have missed every graduation other than PIR.. of course he says momma dont spend the money its no big deal... well, they are to me and I will make every attempt to go!!!! if I have to take out a loan hahahahah.... so that is me and his sisters plan... =) just dont know when it will be...Hubby is done... he is good tired but good!!! now just theh waiting game... glad your gang are well!!!!!!!!
Lydia glad your hubby is finished with the treatments, praying for a good outcome. hope you make to the graduation and the Nav gives them a more formal ceremony!!!!!
Vitamama reporting in, SIR! Thank you Lydia for caring. Love that! Latest text said " School is normal. pretty cool. " He is also trying to purchase a car...in case your pastor friend there has any good contacts for a deal for a Sailor!!
okay - my son is LOVING this his church and the word is spreading.. so if your young ppl want a kewl, board short, young ppl, Bible Based, VERY active church... here is the link: OH and I know the Pastor and his wife personally and they are awesome... example... all the kids meet once or so a month to do a Beach Clean Up... etc... yes... Navy Rescue Swimmers... picking up trash and cans on the beaches and telling people who ask - about the Lord ... soo just thought that as some of yalls kids are looking for Christian fellowship and a kewl church... here ya go: B man said its only about 15 min from the base. There are some SEALs who go also from time to time... Vitamama... Hi and see if he and some of his buds want to show up at church .. all he has to do is mention my name and look for Bman... Steve and Karen will help in all they possible can!!!!!!!! Sweetpea.... staying above water for the moment hahaha =)
Lydia, thanks for the link. I will pass it on to him because when he doesn't have a ride out to east county ( and goes to church where he grew up), he will want to be able involved with such a great group of peeps. And I know that there are others who are looking for such a group like that to connect with. What a great group of sailors we have, eh?!!!!
Just got a call B said he's getting rolled into another class again :( His family is going through something pretty tough and the instructors noticed it. They said for his safety it would be best to roll him back for right now. I'm going down there Tuesday so I'm hoping that will help a little. I hate that helpless feeling when they're down and there's nothing you can do about it
Sorry I've been quiet. My father-in-law passed away today. Our sailor isn't going to be able to get away for the funeral, just too much going on that he'd miss and we don't want any snafus. The program is tough enough without adding extra stressors. My daughters will be w us as we travel. I'll be in touch again ASAP. Good luck and blessings to all!!
Birdiejr. Know that you have us behind you and praying for your family and also for your sailor that he will be surrounded by some good people and he will be able to grieve, even though not with that family.
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
lexi728 - We will be praying for him to pass on through this time!!!!!!
Happy Friday everyone!
May 18, 2012
Birdiejr
Congrats, Ann1 and son!! So glad SERE is behind you!!
We'll be praying with you Lexi!!
Jajajo - Did you hear anything fr your son this week? Not a peep fr ours.
Hugs to everyone. You are a great bunch of people and I'm happy to be here.
May 18, 2012
sweetpea4
Lydia, great picture! hope all is going well and your hubby is doing good! Thinking of you both. Ann1 I developed shingles after my son went through SERE that just push me right over the cliff! LOL! Lexi, will be keeping your Son in my prayers good luck! Wishing fpr the best! Have a great weekend YA'LL
May 18, 2012
kkrHoosier
Week four is complete. Class leader. Two more days of tests and graduation on Thursday. Glad I have a big special event for the non-profit where I work to keep me busy all weekend.
May 18, 2012
sweetpea4
kkrhoosier, that is great fingers crossed the last week is uneventful!
May 18, 2012
CaliMom (Maryann)
Ann1-congrats to your sailor. glad he made it through OK. My son lost 11 pounds during SERE, but quickly gained it back.
Lexi728-sending prayers up for your sailor & his re-start.
kkrHoosier-hooyah to your sailor for hanging in there. He will be graduating before you know it.
May 18, 2012
roxanne
Ann1, Congrats to your Sailor!!! So sorry, you asked before it they were in the same class, sometimes it is hard to figure out who knows who when we can not use names. Awesome that they are good friends, hope they class up to together!!! They are a great group of guys. Praying they all do well in FRAC and we can meet at the next graduation!!! My daughter and I will be visiting SD this summer.
lexi728, Praying for you and your son!!!! Tell him to hang in there-persevere!!!!
kkrHoosier, Congrats to your son!
May 18, 2012
roxanne
Ann1, Probably better that we don't know. Romeo FRAC is 11 months.
May 19, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Okay yall have GOT to go see Battleship.... woooooooooooow what a kewl action packed movie... lots of Navy kids got to be extras in it and also wounded Warriors too. One of the main character was a real Army General who lost both legs... totally GREAT movie!
May 19, 2012
Vitamama
Armed Forces Day....from one proud Navy mama to the others!!!
May 19, 2012
kkrHoosier
Planning our trip to Pensacola next week - good places to eat . . anyone?
May 20, 2012
Vitamama
The guys always loved the Mellow Mushroom.
May 20, 2012
Jajajo
Depending on what food you're in the mood for. There's Sonnys for BBQ, Vallartas for Mexican, and McGuire's for Irish food and lots of it. Great atmosphere and we had a lot of fun there, too :)
May 20, 2012
sweetpea4
kkr, McGuire's, Flounders on Pensacola Beach at the board walk!
May 20, 2012
Jajajo
Oh I forgot about Rotolo's for Italian in Orange Beach. Yum Yum :)
May 20, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Good morning everyone! Happy that things are going well!!!
Lexi - praying for his week this week - Wed and Thurs are usually test days... let us know!!!!
kkr - have fun! My son loved McGuires..
May 22, 2012
lexi728
B said they worked them really hard yesterday because they were the "new guys". Pool workouts today then test Wednesday and retests Thursday. His parents are flying into Pcola tomorrow for a weekend visit hoping they give him a huge pep talk and fix a little of his homesickness.
May 22, 2012
sweetpea4
lexi728 mind games are part of the process, they beat them down!!!! hang tough!
May 22, 2012
kkrHoosier
My son made a small mistake in a test today - something he said he's done correctly dozens of times but he apparently lost his focus. He was so very close to finishing We've delayed our trip. He's hurting I know and I'm hurting with him.
May 22, 2012
Vitamama
and we are hurting with you kkHousier. I keep forgetting about those times and how it was so hard on us too so know that you have support here, and our prayers too.
May 22, 2012
sweetpea4
kkrHoosier, This happens to the best of them. It happen to my Son, he has got to stay focused! He can do it! This is a tough program, hang tough it's not over for him! When the instructors see a weakness they will be all over him! He has to show mental toughness, He can do it!!!!!!! Stay positive! Prayers coming your way I know who tough this is! Praying hard for his success!!!
May 22, 2012
Birdiejr
kkr - This happens so often. We are here for you and sending prayers and hugs your way and for your son!! You'll be in Pensacola before you know it!!!
May 22, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
kkr - praying for him and for Lexi's Sailor also ... yes mental is 99.9 % of it.. they will roll him back in for a second chance Im sure... and he will NAIL it....
May 23, 2012
kkrHoosier
Thanks for all of your support. He will repeat week 4 next week. His dad gave him the pep talk last night. He's ready.
May 23, 2012
sweetpea4
kkrHoosier, Now that's what I'm talking about!! He must remember it's part of the process! Good luck praying for you and your Son!!!
May 23, 2012
roxanne
kkrHoosier, Your son will do great, praying for you and your sailor!!!!
Lexi, Praying for you and your sailor! The pep talk will help!!!
My son was in the same position, he and a few others. It just made them that much more determined. They all did great!! All graduated Romeo, SERE and are about to start FRAC.
May 23, 2012
Vitamama
Is anyones' son training in the Foxtrot helo?
May 23, 2012
lexi728
kkr- B said he knows your son and they're in the same group again
May 23, 2012
kkrHoosier
Lexi - great to know. I'll be praying for them.
May 24, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Vitamama - ummmm I dont know what kind of helos my boy is on but Ill ask him.. Im sure since your boy is Romeo then it will be a different kind helo - Have you Googled it?
Lixi and KKr - best of luck and prayers for them...
May 24, 2012
Vitamama
Lydia, oh no, when you don't know something, that scares me. JUST KIDDING. My son was a Romeo with the guys but now trains at different squadrons and will be flying different helos and different jobs. His designator is AWR but he doesn't fly in the Romeo, he is training to fly in the Foxtrot. Anyone else have a son in that one? To me it was just a dance step or a word in the Navy alphabet. Is that TMI on here?
May 24, 2012
Rmom
Hi Ladies! Trying to catch up, I've been off for awhile. R is several weeks into new training in SD. This is probably the longest it's been since we've been able to see him. We were lucky last year to be able to be close enough to see him every couple of months at least. Planning to visit SD in the next few months. He was supposed to have his 1st flight tomorrow but it's been canceled. Know he's looking forward to it.
To those going thru RSS, to repeat everyone else----being "rolled" back a week during any phase is not the end of the line usually. Just gotta use the opportunity to learn, stay strong and refocus!!
May 24, 2012
kkrHoosier
I check back here often as I know I will feel better after reading the encouraging posts from those who have been there. Thank you so much!
May 24, 2012
sweetpea4
kkrHoosier, hang tight! it's a roller coaster ride! Praying for your Sailor!!! We are hear for you!!!!
May 25, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Good morning lovely ladies....
HI SWEETPEA!!!! - how are your son and dil doing??
Rmom - glad to hear from you!!! Good he is in his training.. My B will get his wings in a bout a month and half he said... very exciting those coveted wings!!! Which also means the end of training and then deploying overseas... =( oh well, knew that day would come.. He thinks it will be in Jan... so maybe one more Christmas yippie.....
Love yall ALL
May 25, 2012
sweetpea4
Hey Lydia, all is well thanks! Training has slowed and being delayed not sure when he will finish up. I believe one flight left. Training is almost complete. Will you make it to your Son's graduation the winging ceremony? How is your hubby finished with treatment?
May 25, 2012
Birdiejr
A hearty thank you to the terrific moms (wives and gfs) behind the men and women who serve in our military. Some may just be beginning their service but they are still heroes in my book. Our country would be nothing without their dedication and fortitude. God bless them and the USA!!! HUGS!! Praying for you all!!!
May 25, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Birdie - AMEN sis
sweetpea....... Im hoping to coordinate it with my daughter.. she wants to go too... Im saving every penny that I have to try... I have missed every graduation other than PIR.. of course he says momma dont spend the money its no big deal... well, they are to me and I will make every attempt to go!!!! if I have to take out a loan hahahahah.... so that is me and his sisters plan... =) just dont know when it will be...Hubby is done... he is good tired but good!!! now just theh waiting game... glad your gang are well!!!!!!!!
May 25, 2012
sweetpea4
Lydia glad your hubby is finished with the treatments, praying for a good outcome. hope you make to the graduation and the Nav gives them a more formal ceremony!!!!!
May 25, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Happy Sonday everyone... hope you all are having a meaningful but also fun Memorial weekend!
May 27, 2012
Vitamama
Heading off to church as wearing my RW & B. Maybe I should have worn a picture of my son around my neck too!! ha!!!!
May 27, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
hey mommas, gfs.... just sending hugs and prayers to our Sailors!!!!!! keep us updated
May 30, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
Wooow it is way quiet in here.... How are our RSS boys .. they started back in right?? Are they doing okay now??
Teamnavy... BC is coming!!!!
Wendy J - sup sis??? where are we in the pipeline
Jodijosh - BC coming!!!! I keep wondering if your Sailor and Teamnavy will be together??
AIRR and Westcoast mom been missing yall - how the Sailors doing in the BH squad
Navywife.. are you settling in in the new digs??
MammaB, vitamama and Rox... how are your boys?
CaliMom, lauraK, momof5, wendypecolamom, Lex, ochaos, Rmom, jajajo, leslieCT, avasmooch ---- have not hear from yall in a while......
Hi sweetpea and Bird (haha I have shortened your name)
Anyhooo - just checking in !!!!!!
May 31, 2012
Vitamama
Vitamama reporting in, SIR! Thank you Lydia for caring. Love that! Latest text said " School is normal. pretty cool. " He is also trying to purchase a car...in case your pastor friend there has any good contacts for a deal for a Sailor!!
May 31, 2012
sweetpea4
Hey Lydia, quite week all is good! How about you all?
May 31, 2012
Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours)
okay - my son is LOVING this his church and the word is spreading.. so if your young ppl want a kewl, board short, young ppl, Bible Based, VERY active church... here is the link: OH and I know the Pastor and his wife personally and they are awesome... example... all the kids meet once or so a month to do a Beach Clean Up... etc... yes... Navy Rescue Swimmers... picking up trash and cans on the beaches and telling people who ask - about the Lord ... soo just thought that as some of yalls kids are looking for Christian fellowship and a kewl church... here ya go: B man said its only about 15 min from the base. There are some SEALs who go also from time to time... Vitamama... Hi and see if he and some of his buds want to show up at church .. all he has to do is mention my name and look for Bman... Steve and Karen will help in all they possible can!!!!!!!! Sweetpea.... staying above water for the moment hahaha =)
http://newbreak.org/pacific-beach/
May 31, 2012
Vitamama
Lydia, thanks for the link. I will pass it on to him because when he doesn't have a ride out to east county ( and goes to church where he grew up), he will want to be able involved with such a great group of peeps. And I know that there are others who are looking for such a group like that to connect with. What a great group of sailors we have, eh?!!!!
May 31, 2012
lexi728
Just got a call B said he's getting rolled into another class again :( His family is going through something pretty tough and the instructors noticed it. They said for his safety it would be best to roll him back for right now. I'm going down there Tuesday so I'm hoping that will help a little. I hate that helpless feeling when they're down and there's nothing you can do about it
May 31, 2012
Birdiejr
May 31, 2012
Vitamama
Birdiejr. Know that you have us behind you and praying for your family and also for your sailor that he will be surrounded by some good people and he will be able to grieve, even though not with that family.
May 31, 2012