Thanks Diannep!!! I do know that my nephew had to take his PFA on thursday and we did'nt get a call saying he didn't pass so I think its safe to say he made it....at least that's what we are hoping for!!
Leftwayleft, when my son was put into a different division due to fractures, he was not able to graduate with his first division because he had to make up the days that he was at RCU. (Recruit Care Unit) The best advice I received during that time was to stay positive for my recruit and keep encouraging him. I'm sorry to hear that not everyone passed and my heart goes out to those that are ill. Praying for them to get better soon. Congrats to all the new sailors also.
leftwayleft I remember reading the same thing as you. That recruits who have had problems passing different steps along the way - can (might) actually be at their regular schedule PIR - but in the balconies. however - I thought I saw somewhere that they re-assigned you son to another ship/div. Not knowing any differently, this would say to me, due to his recovery, the Navy believes he needs to move to the next week - as others have said - for his success. It is sad to hear about your job and time off issues. I hope it works out. If not, I bet the N4M's on 7/6 are just as great as the ones here and would be willing to help you out as much as they can. Best wishes.
leftwayleft: I sent you a message. If he indeed as been removed from this PIR group, as the PAO told you, then he will not return to this group. 07/06 is his new PIR group. If that was an error on their part and he is still in the 06/29 group, that would be different. But sounds like he has been moved. I just don't understand why he wasn't allowed to call you with that change? That is a MUST!
My son was delayed a week also when there and he called me when he was moved, with new PIR/division info where he would be once training again, and then again when he actually resumed training...he was actually only delayed a week instead of the two weeks they thought, so when he called me upon resuming training, the new PIR group info was a week ahead of the original info he gave me. Quite confusing!
As far as SRs doing BattleStations the night before PIR and being in the stands too tired to march...that is only for the ones in that PIR group who didn't pass the PFA until right before PIR and had to do BattleStations the night before PIR. It doesn't mean they can jump back into their original PIR group. Once moved, they stay there.
Whew! Longest 8 weeks of my entire life and I think I've held mt breath for all of it. Congrats to all the new sailors and those of us who have survived on this end! :)
This is my Sailor standing in the flooded street in front of our vacation house this afternoon. The weather here is crazy, lots of flooding, tornadoes, wind, power outages and expecting 12 more inches of rain. We are hoping no one is injured and the storms head back out to sea soon.
She is just such a cutie, Lala! And looks like she is having a blast!
Lala, Sorry for the typical FL summer weather you are experiencing on your vacation! We here in S. FL take a big breath in starting around June 1st and "hold it" until Nov 30th! We actually had some damage down in S. FL from the squalls from T.S. Debby which is so far away! Hoping "the sun will come out tomorrow", to quote "Annie" :-) for you!
Hi! Congratulations to everyone who has a new Sailor! I was wondering, if we send them mail this week do we still address it SR Last name, First Name ? Now that they're sailors I don't know if anything changes before PIR and don't want to get anyone in trouble their final week :)
Twinzplus: Lala is a little north of Clearwater...just arrived their with her family over the weekend. Maybe you can make the "N4Moms" get together she is having? Are you close enough for that? Not sure which day it is, but you can contact her if interested. She is checking messages and the boards here while gone.
Egratia: Still address the mail as usual. Once they arrive at A School, they will give you their title/address.
Ok this is what we have all been waiting for.......I am packing now!! We are leaving right after work tomorrow to begin our 14+ hour trip - breaking it up over two days! Can't wait to meet everyone at Sarge's Thursday night and can't wait to hug my Sailor!!!!!!!! Safe travels to everyone!!!!! See you soon!!!!!!
We are having the party on Wednesday (tomorrow) as long as the storms don't get too bad. If they do we will reschedule. We would love to have anyone who would like to come to please let me know. Would love to meet you all. I know many of you will already be on your way to PIR but we will be here until July 8th so if you can't come this week maybe we could meet for lunch or something next week. My email address is uniquememorymakers@yahoo.com
Happy and safe travels, everyone!!! (please hold my sailor-son in your thoughts and prayers as his wife just cancelled her plans to attend--- he must be so sad to not be able to see her and his sweet girls)
Lala, hoping today will be a sunny one for you. I didn't realize that you were going to be there that long. That's great!
BJA57, oh I'm so sorry to hear that. I will keep them in my prayers.
Good Morning ladies! I've been off of here for a couple of days. We had a very busy Sunday. My husband just decided that he wanted to power wash our deck (the previous owners had painted it, :( ) so we were doing that all day. Then yesterday I had to take my mom to a doctor's visit, then lunch and shopping.
leftwayleft: I've been following your comments, and just wanted to let you know that you and your son are in my thoughts. I encourage you to join the Ship 4 Div 2341 group. Even if your son is not in Ship 4, there are a lot of mom's on there who have already gone through what you are going through, and just reading the comments can be of help to you. A lot of them have gone on to Ship 5 by now, but are still there to help other mom's through the process. Prayers for you and your son!
Leftwayleft: My thoughts and prayers go with you. I know this must be a very hard time for you and your son. I believe you are right in that God has a different plan-for now- and I hope that faith gives you both invaluable comfort and strength.
leftwayleft YOU HAVE BEEN SUCH A NICE HELPFUL PERSON TO ME & SO MANY OTHER FOLKS... I don't know the reason why your son is being sent home or why it has been so long for all of you. My goodness i am so sorry. But it sounds as though all has worked out for all of you & i am happy it won't be something that has left ill effects on on you or your son. I also want to say what an inspiration you have been to so many people as you have been dealing with all this & your son to those around him plus you have helped so many along the way. Bless you Both and i wish him well in all he dose,please to let us know where his path leads so we can rejoice with you all in his success .
leftwayleft: So sorry that you and your son have been through this "torture" for several days now--I know you were so relieved to finally get to talk to him. This is one time when the NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS wasn't true since your son was not allowed to call.
Is it because you didn't get your I'm a Sailor call that you called the PAO to find out his status originally? So sorry that it took so long for you to get info.
I agree with you and these ladies...such a difficult time, but sounds like your son is handling it well right now...there is something different and better down the road for him. Thanks so much for starting this group and leading the ladies along....blessings to your son as he goes through the discharge process. I agree with Jill that you should go to "Ship 5 (formerly Ship 17)" group on here and the one she mentioned and read for info. The code he is discharged under is important. Sounds like he will have a "new" room to return to for his "new" beginning!
leftwayleft. I know God has a plan for your son and he will thrive and continue to be the wonderful young man he is. As others have said "Thank you for your wonderful support and knowledge to everyone" I pray that you can get your son sooner than later. Take care and God Bless.
I have a Sailor!!!!!. He call and got to talk a long time. I even called my mom on my cell phone and let her hear his voice and talk. She was so happy to hear her grandson voice. I can not wait to leave for PIR. Congrats to all other Sailors. Hope to see you all at PIR. Be proud
I wanted to be sure to chime in along with all of the other Moms who have sent you their love, prayers and gratitude. You were our rock from the get-go. Your calm and caring manner was very apparent in all of your comments. I am heart broken that this "difficulty" with finding out your son's status was laid on you.
I was very impressed about his new room. Wow...all I did was clear the stack of papers off the dining room table!
When you are finally able to wrap ypur arms around your son, hold very still, close your eyes...and feel ALL OF OURS wrap around both of you. God bless you and Goliath.
leftwayleft - my tears continue to fall - just as from the beginning of this .... my heart and love go out to you and your son... he is meant to be somewhere else. I know this because Ryan's brother was murdered almost 8 years ago (come thanksgiving) and it has brought a new light to all of us about our paths in life and purpose. Your son is a hero in my book for wanting to defend his country and be what he thought he needs to do. I wish that I could hug him and tell him how proud I am of him and his efforts. Maybe you could gather all these well wishes for him to read... but I bet, you let him know for all of us... that what he has done is admiral, wonderful and beyond anybodies expectations. Bless you all. and be well.
it was a blessing that since you didn't get the call that you knew to follow up. Thank god for the internet and the information available. I am glad that you are able to reschedule you vacation and take it to spend with your son. His room sounds amazing. I didn't redecorate my son's room (he is much older) but I did clean it (lol). You are a wonderful mom and no one can take that from him or you. Do what is in your heart, because that is what is best. If you feel inclined please, FB me and let me know how your son is doing. My heart goes out - I lost a son and was so desperately trying to get contact with and wasn't able to. I believe that it will all work out for the both of you. God's speed. Be well.
Ditto what everyone else has said...not a cop-out-just can't see for the tears in my eyes...what an inspiration you and your son are! Thank you for all that you have done.
tatmom:: Oh my gosh...tears came to my eyes reading your post. SO much tragedy in the world, but your positive outlook is so enlightening and refreshing. Due to tragedies in losing my husband and my brother, I have felt the same way as you do...we pick up and move on, trusting in the Lord for each and every moment.
leftwayleft: I DO hope you let your son read the posts here meant for you and him. You all are truly being sent tons of prayers and blessings from so many.
leftwayleft- I am very sorry to hear about your son, but I know you will both inspire to do great things together! Thank you for all of the encouragement along the way in our PIR group! Sending you and your son, our love, courage, and prayers on your next journey!
CLAMOM
Thanks Diannep!!! I do know that my nephew had to take his PFA on thursday and we did'nt get a call saying he didn't pass so I think its safe to say he made it....at least that's what we are hoping for!!
Jun 22, 2012
stormy1123 ship 12 div 203
Congratulations Adrienne! Sad to hear that they didn't all pass tho...:(
Jun 22, 2012
diannep
Congrats to the sailors of 199-202 today!
Jun 22, 2012
diannep
He will have PIR, leftwayleft. He is not in FIT, he is actually in another PIR group. SO no worries! Just hope he is totally healthy soon!
Jun 22, 2012
diannep
No News is Good News, CLAMOM! :-)
Jun 22, 2012
CLAMOM
:):):)
Jun 22, 2012
dozier
Leftwayleft, when my son was put into a different division due to fractures, he was not able to graduate with his first division because he had to make up the days that he was at RCU. (Recruit Care Unit) The best advice I received during that time was to stay positive for my recruit and keep encouraging him. I'm sorry to hear that not everyone passed and my heart goes out to those that are ill. Praying for them to get better soon. Congrats to all the new sailors also.
Jun 22, 2012
tatmom4rc(Ship12, Div. 204)
leftwayleft I remember reading the same thing as you. That recruits who have had problems passing different steps along the way - can (might) actually be at their regular schedule PIR - but in the balconies. however - I thought I saw somewhere that they re-assigned you son to another ship/div. Not knowing any differently, this would say to me, due to his recovery, the Navy believes he needs to move to the next week - as others have said - for his success. It is sad to hear about your job and time off issues. I hope it works out. If not, I bet the N4M's on 7/6 are just as great as the ones here and would be willing to help you out as much as they can. Best wishes.
Jun 23, 2012
dozier
Just wondering if anyone know if they are flag holders, do they practice with the previous PIR graduates that graduate one week earlier?
Jun 23, 2012
diannep
leftwayleft: I sent you a message. If he indeed as been removed from this PIR group, as the PAO told you, then he will not return to this group. 07/06 is his new PIR group. If that was an error on their part and he is still in the 06/29 group, that would be different. But sounds like he has been moved. I just don't understand why he wasn't allowed to call you with that change? That is a MUST!
My son was delayed a week also when there and he called me when he was moved, with new PIR/division info where he would be once training again, and then again when he actually resumed training...he was actually only delayed a week instead of the two weeks they thought, so when he called me upon resuming training, the new PIR group info was a week ahead of the original info he gave me. Quite confusing!
As far as SRs doing BattleStations the night before PIR and being in the stands too tired to march...that is only for the ones in that PIR group who didn't pass the PFA until right before PIR and had to do BattleStations the night before PIR. It doesn't mean they can jump back into their original PIR group. Once moved, they stay there.
Jun 23, 2012
Runnermom
Whew! Longest 8 weeks of my entire life and I think I've held mt breath for all of it. Congrats to all the new sailors and those of us who have survived on this end! :)
Jun 23, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
Jun 24, 2012
ellen0502
This is going to be a great week for you all. Safe travels this week!!!
Jun 25, 2012
diannep
She is just such a cutie, Lala! And looks like she is having a blast!
Lala, Sorry for the typical FL summer weather you are experiencing on your vacation! We here in S. FL take a big breath in starting around June 1st and "hold it" until Nov 30th! We actually had some damage down in S. FL from the squalls from T.S. Debby which is so far away! Hoping "the sun will come out tomorrow", to quote "Annie" :-) for you!
Jun 25, 2012
diannep
By the way...she already LOOKS TAN! :-)
Jun 25, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
lol yeah she is much tanner than any of us. But she does live at the beach and it has been HOT in VA lol,.
Jun 25, 2012
Twinzplus1(Ship 12, Div 203)
Jun 25, 2012
smokie (ship12 Div 203)
Lala, Sorry for the terrible weather
Jun 25, 2012
Egratia
Hi! Congratulations to everyone who has a new Sailor! I was wondering, if we send them mail this week do we still address it SR Last name, First Name ? Now that they're sailors I don't know if anything changes before PIR and don't want to get anyone in trouble their final week :)
Jun 25, 2012
diannep
Twinzplus: Lala is a little north of Clearwater...just arrived their with her family over the weekend. Maybe you can make the "N4Moms" get together she is having? Are you close enough for that? Not sure which day it is, but you can contact her if interested. She is checking messages and the boards here while gone.
Egratia: Still address the mail as usual. Once they arrive at A School, they will give you their title/address.
Jun 25, 2012
mareluc(Ship11/Div196/PIR 6/29)
Ok this is what we have all been waiting for.......I am packing now!! We are leaving right after work tomorrow to begin our 14+ hour trip - breaking it up over two days! Can't wait to meet everyone at Sarge's Thursday night and can't wait to hug my Sailor!!!!!!!! Safe travels to everyone!!!!! See you soon!!!!!!
Jun 25, 2012
marcyl(Ship11Div197)
Jun 25, 2012
raeveness(Ship11Div198PIR6/29)
Be safe, mareluc!
Jun 25, 2012
diannep
Good morning! Look for those I'm a Sailor calls from 203/204 this afternoon. They could start as early as 2 pm GL time so keep those phones handy!
Jun 26, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
We are having the party on Wednesday (tomorrow) as long as the storms don't get too bad. If they do we will reschedule. We would love to have anyone who would like to come to please let me know. Would love to meet you all. I know many of you will already be on your way to PIR but we will be here until July 8th so if you can't come this week maybe we could meet for lunch or something next week. My email address is uniquememorymakers@yahoo.com
Jun 26, 2012
BJA57
Happy and safe travels, everyone!!! (please hold my sailor-son in your thoughts and prayers as his wife just cancelled her plans to attend--- he must be so sad to not be able to see her and his sweet girls)
Hope to see you all on Thursday at Sarges...
Jun 26, 2012
MSmom
Jun 26, 2012
Betsy, mom of Stennis sailor
Lala, hoping today will be a sunny one for you. I didn't realize that you were going to be there that long. That's great!
BJA57, oh I'm so sorry to hear that. I will keep them in my prayers.
Good Morning ladies! I've been off of here for a couple of days. We had a very busy Sunday. My husband just decided that he wanted to power wash our deck (the previous owners had painted it, :( ) so we were doing that all day. Then yesterday I had to take my mom to a doctor's visit, then lunch and shopping.
Hope everyone is having a terrific Tuesday.
Jun 26, 2012
Jill
leftwayleft: I've been following your comments, and just wanted to let you know that you and your son are in my thoughts. I encourage you to join the Ship 4 Div 2341 group. Even if your son is not in Ship 4, there are a lot of mom's on there who have already gone through what you are going through, and just reading the comments can be of help to you. A lot of them have gone on to Ship 5 by now, but are still there to help other mom's through the process. Prayers for you and your son!
Jun 26, 2012
Runnermom
Leftwayleft: My thoughts and prayers go with you. I know this must be a very hard time for you and your son. I believe you are right in that God has a different plan-for now- and I hope that faith gives you both invaluable comfort and strength.
Jun 26, 2012
Runnermom
What a lucky young man to have such a strong and loving mom!
Jun 26, 2012
mommafinn(ship-12 DIV-204)
leftwayleft YOU HAVE BEEN SUCH A NICE HELPFUL PERSON TO ME & SO MANY OTHER FOLKS... I don't know the reason why your son is being sent home or why it has been so long for all of you. My goodness i am so sorry. But it sounds as though all has worked out for all of you & i am happy it won't be something that has left ill effects on on you or your son. I also want to say what an inspiration you have been to so many people as you have been dealing with all this & your son to those around him plus you have helped so many along the way. Bless you Both and i wish him well in all he dose,please to let us know where his path leads so we can rejoice with you all in his success .
Jun 26, 2012
sjtina
Congratulations 814 for winning Captains Cup
Jun 26, 2012
diannep
leftwayleft: So sorry that you and your son have been through this "torture" for several days now--I know you were so relieved to finally get to talk to him. This is one time when the NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS wasn't true since your son was not allowed to call.
Is it because you didn't get your I'm a Sailor call that you called the PAO to find out his status originally? So sorry that it took so long for you to get info.
I agree with you and these ladies...such a difficult time, but sounds like your son is handling it well right now...there is something different and better down the road for him. Thanks so much for starting this group and leading the ladies along....blessings to your son as he goes through the discharge process. I agree with Jill that you should go to "Ship 5 (formerly Ship 17)" group on here and the one she mentioned and read for info. The code he is discharged under is important. Sounds like he will have a "new" room to return to for his "new" beginning!
Jun 26, 2012
smokie (ship12 Div 203)
leftwayleft, Prayers for all in Ship 5. Go get your son and spent time together. Be strong.
Jun 26, 2012
tatmom4rc(Ship12, Div. 204)
leftwayleft. I know God has a plan for your son and he will thrive and continue to be the wonderful young man he is. As others have said "Thank you for your wonderful support and knowledge to everyone" I pray that you can get your son sooner than later. Take care and God Bless.
Jun 26, 2012
tatmom4rc(Ship12, Div. 204)
just got my "I'm a sailor" call - One may may pass.
Jun 26, 2012
diannep
Glad to know for sure that 203/204 went through last night. If 204 went, 203 went too since they are brother divisions.
Congrats to your new sailor, tatmom!
Jun 26, 2012
diannep
Thinking that the BattleStations date I was given for 814 needs to be moved up a day. There is a conflict with the next PIR group starting.
Jun 26, 2012
smokie (ship12 Div 203)
I have a Sailor!!!!!. He call and got to talk a long time. I even called my mom on my cell phone and let her hear his voice and talk. She was so happy to hear her grandson voice. I can not wait to leave for PIR. Congrats to all other Sailors. Hope to see you all at PIR. Be proud
Jun 26, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
CONGRATULATIONS to all the New Sailors!
Jun 26, 2012
ellen0502
Congratulations on the incoming I am a Sailor calls!!! What a great day for you, the best day of the week is still to come!!!!!
Jun 26, 2012
AliciaG (Ship 12, DIV 204)
Leftwayleft----Goliath's Mom....
I wanted to be sure to chime in along with all of the other Moms who have sent you their love, prayers and gratitude. You were our rock from the get-go. Your calm and caring manner was very apparent in all of your comments. I am heart broken that this "difficulty" with finding out your son's status was laid on you.
I was very impressed about his new room. Wow...all I did was clear the stack of papers off the dining room table!
When you are finally able to wrap ypur arms around your son, hold very still, close your eyes...and feel ALL OF OURS wrap around both of you. God bless you and Goliath.
Jun 26, 2012
tatmom4rc(Ship12, Div. 204)
leftwayleft - my tears continue to fall - just as from the beginning of this .... my heart and love go out to you and your son... he is meant to be somewhere else. I know this because Ryan's brother was murdered almost 8 years ago (come thanksgiving) and it has brought a new light to all of us about our paths in life and purpose. Your son is a hero in my book for wanting to defend his country and be what he thought he needs to do. I wish that I could hug him and tell him how proud I am of him and his efforts. Maybe you could gather all these well wishes for him to read... but I bet, you let him know for all of us... that what he has done is admiral, wonderful and beyond anybodies expectations. Bless you all. and be well.
Jun 27, 2012
tatmom4rc(Ship12, Div. 204)
it was a blessing that since you didn't get the call that you knew to follow up. Thank god for the internet and the information available. I am glad that you are able to reschedule you vacation and take it to spend with your son. His room sounds amazing. I didn't redecorate my son's room (he is much older) but I did clean it (lol). You are a wonderful mom and no one can take that from him or you. Do what is in your heart, because that is what is best. If you feel inclined please, FB me and let me know how your son is doing. My heart goes out - I lost a son and was so desperately trying to get contact with and wasn't able to. I believe that it will all work out for the both of you. God's speed. Be well.
Jun 27, 2012
Runnermom
Ditto what everyone else has said...not a cop-out-just can't see for the tears in my eyes...what an inspiration you and your son are! Thank you for all that you have done.
Jun 27, 2012
diannep
tatmom:: Oh my gosh...tears came to my eyes reading your post. SO much tragedy in the world, but your positive outlook is so enlightening and refreshing. Due to tragedies in losing my husband and my brother, I have felt the same way as you do...we pick up and move on, trusting in the Lord for each and every moment.
leftwayleft: I DO hope you let your son read the posts here meant for you and him. You all are truly being sent tons of prayers and blessings from so many.
Jun 27, 2012
diannep
Hoping that calls from 933 and 814 start coming in during the next few hours! They can start as early as the next 3 hours.
Jun 27, 2012
raeveness(Ship11Div198PIR6/29)
leftwayleft- I am very sorry to hear about your son, but I know you will both inspire to do great things together! Thank you for all of the encouragement along the way in our PIR group! Sending you and your son, our love, courage, and prayers on your next journey!
Jun 27, 2012
Sarahsmom
Jun 27, 2012