Is it true that the beginning the Monday before graduation, the Sailors have some Liberty to spend during those days with their family? I know if they are leaving for a school, it is the very next morning. Thanks :)
You do not get to spend time with your sailor until after graduation. And some do not leave immediately the next day. It depends on where they go to A school. You may have more or less time, but no liberty until after PIR.
We got the I am a sailor call on Tuesday night. BS for them is Monday-Tuesday and once they pass it they are told if they pass and once that's over they get to call. My brother told me that was the most memorable moment....getting done with BS getting the handshake and being told they are a sailor!
I got a phone call from my son today. Just an info phone call. But the lady that was with him for his physical gave us about 10 minutes to just talk. Said he is doing good. Tired but other than that doing well. Said the food was good. His division which is 939 is on Week 2 Day 1 today. And that they just started writing yesterday. So all the moms of that division should get letters sometime this week. Also told me that that is what keeps him going, is hearing from home. I thank whomever it was that told me to write everyday, I figured it would aggravate him but he says that helps alot. He has to call back Thursday for more info.
Does anyone know how the Honor Guard works? My son said he joined the honor guard (marching with guns) is this just for graduation or will they be considering him for the full job. I have read for the full job, you have to commit for 2-3 years and it will postpone his A school training. Initially you get higher pay. I am thinking he signed up partly so he would be sure to be visible for graduation but don't want him to jeopardize his future plans. I also posted this in grad group but realized this was probably better location.
I finally received a letter from my son. He seems to be in good spirits. He is in the flag division which he said is pretty fun. He said the first 3 days were the hardest. The insults, the yelling and the cursing. He said he's used to is now and feels it is only a mental game that he's winning. Not sure what that means. He is happy and although being sick and suffering through "excruciating" pain from the "peanut butter shot", he is loving the chow and feels confident his Division which is in competition with 244 (his brother's Division) will kick their a** , as he said! He just wants letters from home! I feel much better knowing that both of my boys are doing well and they are for the most part happy. Hoping you all receive your letters soon. =)
Hello! My son is in ship 2/div 942! I am excited that he is in the performing div & hope he enjoys it! He is a musician at heart & was field commander for our high school marching band last year so I think this is right up his alley!
HELLO All!! My son is in Ship 02 Division 941. I have found very few moms in this division. I am new to all this, my son is my oldest and first to leave home. I am anxiously waiting my first letter from him.
nursecat, I just found out that my son is in ship 02 div 942. He was marching band in high school too. Sam is also a musician at heart. I'm glad he got into this. Do you know if there is a facebook page for this division, I haven't found it if there is.
Sam's mom hello! I'm so happy to find another 942 mom! That is 3 so far that I've seen. The only facebook group I've heard of for 900 division is the one kathy momofit posted. I haven't had a chance to check it out yet! Have u joined the 8/31 PIR group here on N4M?
Oh I know mine was postmarked the 11th didnt get it until the 14th...he went in July 2nd. He said they were still processing. I Went a checked out the post of thir day by day for six of the 8Weeks it helped me umderstand all the waiting and the div to be filled he said even by the letter went out he was sitting around waiting to finish processing but I believe now being his begininng of third werk is mew challenges and the real training begins....no more sitting around now.you will get the letter soon.hang in there I believe ....
OK 900 moms, I am on week 3 no letter, no call. Other mom's in my PIR group are getting letters and calls. Only one GF in my div has received anything. Can anyone help me understand why? I am soooo missing my son and really just want to hear everything is ok. He is ship 02 Div 941. I feel so lost.
When My grandson's PIR, he was the band leader and as we were sitting waiting with much anticipation, we saw him come out of a side room and he walked all the way around the building, and up the little opening right where we were sitting. We all hollowed out at him and he kept focused and went straight into the bathroom that was located there. His two brothers ran to the bathroom too. But they came on back out and he came out facing straight ahead as he went in... so that was our first glance of our Sailor... Then when the doors opened, or just before from the very end of the building, He the band starts marching down the center of the building, their my grandson with the baton leading the band.. It was such an exciting time... They played as the many sections marched in and then again later during the ceremony. I took lots of pictures and of course we bought the one that the Navy made that we could buy... We were one proud family.... and we were very proud of all our sailors that graduated from Boot Camp that day and every week.
Only form letter so far written so many and sent them as soon as the form letter arrived,now waiting for phone call at third week ending,no personal letters yet maybe phone tomorrow just waiting. Did you receive form letter yet?
srmproudmom - I received my first phone call on day 25 and it was approximately 2 minutes long. My first letter came at exactly 3 weeks in. She arrived at BC on June 20th and we received our first real letter on July 11th. Hang in there. I really hate to say this, because quite honestly it drives me crazy but at the same time helps me hang on, no new is good news.
NancyS - that you so much for posting these. I think we spotted our SR. It's kinda of difficult because in some ways they all look so similar. We sure appreciate you taken the time to post these!!! Glad to hear you enjoyed the 937 division perform. I am flying out tomorrow....can't wait for PIR on Friday!!! I get to see my sailor....I am one happy mom!!!!
I would really appriciate it if any moms at the 8/17 or 8/24 PIR would post pics of the 900 divs. My son is n 942 on drum line & will be performing at these PIRs! Thanks
My SR is in honor guard and will be performing at a parade tomorrow in Chicago. Does anyone know what the parade is??? My SRs mom is in Chicago and wants to go to the parade. Please help!!!!!
It doesn't say anything about Navy personnel being in the parade but it does talk about drill teams. If your SR is in the Drill section that could be it.
This week is Navy Week at the Navy Pier in Chicago! To commemorate the War of 1812, there are ships set to dock, Blue Angels, and lots of other performance type activities. Hopefully our SR's will get to take part in this memorable event. Hopefully some photo ops.....
I have some photos of the Div 941 Honor Guard from Saturdays parade in Chicago, 8/11/12. Let me know if you know anyone in that group and I will send you photos. A very rare opportunity and allowed several group photos of the boys!
can anyone explain how the 900 div works my son will be leaving for GL sept 4 and had been in middle and high school band sense 5th grade he plays alto, tenor and bass sax. is this a good opportunity for him he was asking question i cant answer thank you any help would be great
thank you so much for the info with these question you mentioned my son was band, marched , eagle scout, i will pass this info on to him again thank you so much kathy
KarinaB1970
Is it true that the beginning the Monday before graduation, the Sailors have some Liberty to spend during those days with their family? I know if they are leaving for a school, it is the very next morning. Thanks :)
Jun 24, 2012
Missy
Jun 24, 2012
Missy
Jun 24, 2012
lorelle&marleesmom/Ship02DIV939
My son is Ship 02 DIV 939. Anyone else know anyone in that Division?
Jun 26, 2012
GinaLuv/Michaelsmom/Ship2Div939
Jun 26, 2012
GinaLuv/Michaelsmom/Ship2Div939
I got a phone call from my son today. Just an info phone call. But the lady that was with him for his physical gave us about 10 minutes to just talk. Said he is doing good. Tired but other than that doing well. Said the food was good. His division which is 939 is on Week 2 Day 1 today. And that they just started writing yesterday. So all the moms of that division should get letters sometime this week. Also told me that that is what keeps him going, is hearing from home. I thank whomever it was that told me to write everyday, I figured it would aggravate him but he says that helps alot. He has to call back Thursday for more info.
Jul 2, 2012
Acemom (ship 2 Div 938)
Does anyone know how the Honor Guard works? My son said he joined the honor guard (marching with guns) is this just for graduation or will they be considering him for the full job. I have read for the full job, you have to commit for 2-3 years and it will postpone his A school training. Initially you get higher pay. I am thinking he signed up partly so he would be sure to be visible for graduation but don't want him to jeopardize his future plans. I also posted this in grad group but realized this was probably better location.
Jul 4, 2012
2nukesmom
I finally received a letter from my son. He seems to be in good spirits. He is in the flag division which he said is pretty fun. He said the first 3 days were the hardest. The insults, the yelling and the cursing. He said he's used to is now and feels it is only a mental game that he's winning. Not sure what that means. He is happy and although being sick and suffering through "excruciating" pain from the "peanut butter shot", he is loving the chow and feels confident his Division which is in competition with 244 (his brother's Division) will kick their a** , as he said! He just wants letters from home! I feel much better knowing that both of my boys are doing well and they are for the most part happy. Hoping you all receive your letters soon. =)
Jul 6, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Hello! My son is in ship 2/div 942! I am excited that he is in the performing div & hope he enjoys it! He is a musician at heart & was field commander for our high school marching band last year so I think this is right up his alley!
Jul 10, 2012
srmproudmom
HELLO All!! My son is in Ship 02 Division 941. I have found very few moms in this division. I am new to all this, my son is my oldest and first to leave home. I am anxiously waiting my first letter from him.
Jul 11, 2012
Sam'sMom
nursecat, I just found out that my son is in ship 02 div 942. He was marching band in high school too. Sam is also a musician at heart. I'm glad he got into this. Do you know if there is a facebook page for this division, I haven't found it if there is.
Jul 12, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Jul 12, 2012
AMOMMSO
Jul 14, 2012
Sam'sMom
Hi Helen - if you haven't found it yet, here is the Facebook for Div 942
https://www.facebook.com/groups/263982693707820/
Not sure if it is flags or band either. We will soon find out :) Look forward to talking to you.
Jul 15, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Hey div 942 moms...have u got your form letters yet?? I am in Ohio & have not
Jul 17, 2012
AMOMMSO
Jul 17, 2012
srmproudmom
OK 900 moms, I am on week 3 no letter, no call. Other mom's in my PIR group are getting letters and calls. Only one GF in my div has received anything. Can anyone help me understand why? I am soooo missing my son and really just want to hear everything is ok. He is ship 02 Div 941. I feel so lost.
Jul 19, 2012
arlene40
When My grandson's PIR, he was the band leader and as we were sitting waiting with much anticipation, we saw him come out of a side room and he walked all the way around the building, and up the little opening right where we were sitting. We all hollowed out at him and he kept focused and went straight into the bathroom that was located there. His two brothers ran to the bathroom too. But they came on back out and he came out facing straight ahead as he went in... so that was our first glance of our Sailor... Then when the doors opened, or just before from the very end of the building, He the band starts marching down the center of the building, their my grandson with the baton leading the band.. It was such an exciting time... They played as the many sections marched in and then again later during the ceremony. I took lots of pictures and of course we bought the one that the Navy made that we could buy... We were one proud family.... and we were very proud of all our sailors that graduated from Boot Camp that day and every week.
Jul 20, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Any Ship2/DIV 942 mom's get letters??
Jul 20, 2012
AMOMMSO
Jul 21, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Jul 21, 2012
AMOMMSO
Jul 21, 2012
le85(MC/Rota)
srmproudmom - I received my first phone call on day 25 and it was approximately 2 minutes long. My first letter came at exactly 3 weeks in. She arrived at BC on June 20th and we received our first real letter on July 11th. Hang in there. I really hate to say this, because quite honestly it drives me crazy but at the same time helps me hang on, no new is good news.
Jul 22, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Helen No I still dont have form letter :(
Jul 22, 2012
NancyS
I'm going to post a couple pictures of the 900 division members performing at the 7/13 PIR. They were wonderful!
Jul 26, 2012
NancyS
Jul 26, 2012
NancyS
Jul 26, 2012
NancyS
Jul 26, 2012
NancyS
Jul 26, 2012
NancyS
Jul 26, 2012
NancyS
-- That's it! Sorry not the best pictures, but Div. 900 members sure did make the day special for us all. PIR was AWESOME.
Jul 26, 2012
Loriemae - AD Rating - PIR 7/27
NancyS - that you so much for posting these. I think we spotted our SR. It's kinda of difficult because in some ways they all look so similar. We sure appreciate you taken the time to post these!!! Glad to hear you enjoyed the 937 division perform. I am flying out tomorrow....can't wait for PIR on Friday!!! I get to see my sailor....I am one happy mom!!!!
Jul 26, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Letters are coming from DIV 942. I got 2 today & my SRs gf got one yesterday!!
Jul 26, 2012
darius mom
Hello All! My son has been at Bootcamp since July 18th. He is ship 2 div 944. Anyone else?
Jul 26, 2012
Aaron's mom (ship02 div938)
Congrats to all in Ship 02 / 938, my son's girlfriend read that they won the Captain's Cup!!!!!!!!
Jul 29, 2012
Will Man's Mom
Jul 29, 2012
AMOMMSO
Aug 4, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
I would really appriciate it if any moms at the 8/17 or 8/24 PIR would post pics of the 900 divs. My son is n 942 on drum line & will be performing at these PIRs! Thanks
Aug 4, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Kathy...can u send me the link to the new 900 div facebook group please??
Aug 4, 2012
nursecat(ship 2/ DIV 942)
Kathy I found it!!
Aug 4, 2012
loveofanavymilso
Aug 10, 2012
Haup9
After a quick google search I found this parade. http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/event_landing/e...
It doesn't say anything about Navy personnel being in the parade but it does talk about drill teams. If your SR is in the Drill section that could be it.
Aug 10, 2012
greenoak
when my daughter was in boot camp they did a musical performance at Navy Pier, could be there.
Aug 11, 2012
cristyg
Aug 11, 2012
Will Man's Mom
This week is Navy Week at the Navy Pier in Chicago! To commemorate the War of 1812, there are ships set to dock, Blue Angels, and lots of other performance type activities. Hopefully our SR's will get to take part in this memorable event. Hopefully some photo ops.....
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/ct-met-navy-week-preview-2...
Here is a calendar of Events for the Week.
http://ourflagwasstillthere.org/events/chicago-il/chicago-schedule-...
Don't think my SR is far enough along to take part (week 3) but I can hope...
Aug 13, 2012
cincymomdp PIR8/24 SHP 2-DIV 941
I have some photos of the Div 941 Honor Guard from Saturdays parade in Chicago, 8/11/12. Let me know if you know anyone in that group and I will send you photos. A very rare opportunity and allowed several group photos of the boys!
Aug 13, 2012
AMOMMSO
Aug 14, 2012
Navy mom x2
can anyone explain how the 900 div works my son will be leaving for GL sept 4 and had been in middle and high school band sense 5th grade he plays alto, tenor and bass sax. is this a good opportunity for him he was asking question i cant answer thank you any help would be great
Aug 15, 2012
Navy mom x2
thank you so much for the info with these question you mentioned my son was band, marched , eagle scout, i will pass this info on to him again thank you so much kathy
Aug 15, 2012
Navy mom x2
thank you kathy
Aug 18, 2012