ALUMNI OF PIR 12/29/2011 TG 06 — 10 Divisions (021–028, 904 & 906)
This site is for families and friends of Salilor Recruits with PIR THURSDAY, December 29, 2011. This is a great way to share information, concerns and to connect as we continue the journey through bootcamp to PIR and beyond.
diannep
Goodnight all...had a full day with my sailor arriving home today for a week. First time in over two years that both of my "boys" are asleep in my house at the same time! Older son moved out just 2 weeks before sailor left for bootcamp in Nov 2009....sent me into SHOCK...empty nest quicker than I expected. Got used to living alone with my sweet pups....then older son's condo got short-saled (rental) and he moved back home in August. Sailor has not been home in a year...so this is the first night that this "mama" is comforted that both boys are safe under her roof! It's a MOM thing, Craig! HA!
Dec 21, 2011
diannep
Did just 025/026 go through BattleStations last night?
Dec 21, 2011
natalie'smom
Dec 21, 2011
RuthL
025 and 026 all passed Battle stations. Congratulaions!
Dec 21, 2011
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
Congrats to all the new Sailors :-)
Want to put a smile on your face? Go to google and do a search for Let it Snow :-)
Dec 21, 2011
diannep
Ok, so we shall see if all 4 of the remaining divisions went last night or just two of them? I'm a Sailor calls should start in just about 6 hours or so. Good luck!
Off the Juno Beach today (90 miles north) for a beach day with my sailor and nephew. Beautiful here today. Will be off the site for the day, but back on when we return tonight.
Have a wonderful day, all...and hope that MANY get the I'm a Sailor calls today. HOOYAH!
Dec 21, 2011
diannep
...off TO Juno Beach today....sigh....typing too fast! Sorry! :-)
Dec 21, 2011
stephanie ship03 div027
Dec 21, 2011
Scotturk
Just got the call from our Sailor. All div 906 passed Battlestations.
Dec 21, 2011
ProudStep-Mom
Got my I'm a Sailor call! So excited to see my sailor next week! Go 02/906! Praying for the Captain's cup!
Dec 21, 2011
diannep
So glad that all 4 remaining divisions went last night...Congrats to the new sailors or PIR 12/29!
Dec 21, 2011
Gcjp
Dec 21, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 21, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Sorry I was away today...just trying to catch up...Hope everyone had a great day!
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 22, 2011
diannep
Good morning, all. So glad that PIR 12/29 members are waking up as SAILORS today!
HOOYAH!
Dec 22, 2011
Batmansmom531
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Good Morning Group!
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 22, 2011
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
okay batmansmom and Dianne that's it, I am on my way. I can't take it anymore lol
Be on the look out for a CrAzY Navy Mom in a tiny red car sitting in your driveway :-) I am movin' in hahahaha
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Don't know if you saw this yet...but here is Div 021 from RTC FB (A gentle reminder...please don't identify your Sailor directly ;-) Just click to open in another page ...it should enlarge.
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Oh and I found 028 too!
Dec 22, 2011
Michelle02
I am in need of some advice from the veterns here. My son will graduate on the 29th. He is not taking leave and will stay in GL for A-school. My problem is his grandfather passed away this morning and he does not no. I think he can get 3 day leave that will not go against him. The family wants him to graduate and we would have a memorial service when we return. I don't want a chaplain telling him I don't know who to contact or how, he hasn't called since monday and I am running out of time. Can someone lead me in the direction i need to go. His A school doesn't start until 1/8/12....thanks Michelle
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Michelle02 - First...I am very sorry for the loss of your Sailors grandfather (for your family's loss).
Normally...I would tell you to wait until after PIR to tell him...but what I am getting from your post is that you would like him to be at the service? The only way to do this is through the American Red Cross. This just recently happened in a PIR group and the mother was kind enough to share her experience. I am going to post it here directly so you can read what happened with her family. Then I will post the link to the link on the RTC website (the reason for the link to the link is so that you can read what RTC has to say about emergency situations.), at the end of the post.
I wish you the best of luck with this.
FTLW
Here is the post:
American Red Cross made a tough time easier
Our son's grandfather passed away last Friday. We contacted the American Red Cross via the phone number supplied in the form letter and opened a case to notify him and to request a phone call. They were so wonderful to work with! The process was simple. The contact person was compassionate and knew exactly what to do to help us. In addition to the phone call we requested that a chaplain be present when he was notified and we were able to dictate a message to our son. I was very impressed with the handling of this sad situation. We spoke with our son three times on Saturday and he was allowed time to have a long talk with his grandmother. I am grateful for the American Red Cross and the service they provide for military families during difficult times such as the one we have experienced the past few days.
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Okay, it didn't want to post the RTC link to the ARC so here it is:
http://www.bootcamp.navy.mil/contact_recruit.asp
Dec 22, 2011
diannep
I don't think that he would be allowed to attend the service for grandparents---attending services is usually only allowed for siblings/parents/children/spouse...but hopefully he can talk to you all. So very sorry....
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Is he allowed to go to the service if he is on leave? This divison gets that week of leave after BC if they want it and put in for it. I know they have only earned five days (?) 2.5 per month.
Dec 22, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
...or does the siblings/parents/children/spouse rule still apply.
Dec 22, 2011
Gcjp
@ Michelle02
I am so sorry for your loss. I too was(am) in the same boat. My mother passed away on Tuesday the 13th. The funeral was this past Saturday. I however made the deal with my daughter that if anything was to happen to anyone while she was in bootcamp we would not let her know until after. Telling her that who ever it may be if anyone, would want her to finish and graduate. That they would be proud of her. When my mom got sick a week after she left for boot camp, I struggled with that decision. Then as time went on the letters from her telling me how proud she was of herself and how that going into the Navy was the best decision she had ever made for herself made it clear that we were doing the right thing. So on the 29th when she graduates and she gets to come home with us on leave, I have to tell her that her grandmother who she loved very much is gone, but is so proud of her. My mom wanted her to stay focused and show everyone how awesome she is and that is what my daughter has done.
Dec 23, 2011
Gcjp
@FTLW
Is there a pic of Div 906 anywhere out there?
Dec 23, 2011
Michelle02
Thank You everyone for your best wishes and your advice of how to handle this. Dad was very clear to us that he wanted Kyle to graduate and us to be there no matter what would happen, He had perfect timing because he knew that Kyle would be done his training. I was hoping that my son would of called again since Monday, I don't want to have to tell him on Christmas, once I know arrangements better I will call the Red Cross and see if he can get things rolling for a few days leave. Thank you for all your help,
Dec 23, 2011
diannep
If he is on leave, FTLW...he should be able to attend if it is held where he is on leave...or he has permission to travel to the place it will be during leave. Prayers continue...
So sorry, Gcip. And I know that will be such a difficult time. But I think you were very wise to have discussed this subject before she left. And...hoping that her beloved grandmother has a "front row seat" at PIR from her heavenly view! No doubt, she was very very proud of her!
Dec 23, 2011
diannep
By the way...my sailor's grandmother passed away when he was in A School..he was about 3 hours away, but not allowed to attend the service.
Dec 23, 2011
diannep
Good morning, everyone. Hoping for a great day for you all today!
Dec 23, 2011
diannep
Here is Captains Cup info again for this group:
http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/news_page_2011_02_26.asp
Dec 23, 2011
RuthL
Michelle02@You know you son best. You also know when the best time to tell him is. My prayers go out to you and yours.
Dec 23, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 23, 2011
Phil's_mom
Dec 23, 2011
Phil's_mom
Dec 23, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Good Evening!
Dec 24, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 24, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Good Afternoon! Happy Christmas Eve!
Dec 24, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 24, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Even though we are told NOT to hope for phone calls...I am going to pray for them anyways!
Dec 24, 2011
Phil's_mom
Dec 24, 2011
ArNavyMom
FTLW - I'm praying that too! We did get on yesterday which was a sweet surprise although tomorrow would be the BEST!
Everyone, have a wonderful Christmas.
Dec 24, 2011
RuthL
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas.
Dec 24, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Dec 25, 2011
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Dec 25, 2011