Hi, Tammy, Your feelings are normal. I watched my son's swearing in February of 2009. I think the Navy is better about wanting parents included than some branches of the military. It is hard for us moms to let go and you'll have the ups and downs of boot camp, limited communication, listening to your son complain about the tough classes (just lend an encouraging ear). Please join us through the regular comments on the Michigan page and jump in when you have questions or need to vent. We have most everything covered through experience. My son is a submariner, currently in dry dock being decommissioned. He'll be in until 2018.

Hi Tattle (Tammy).  seen my Son off three and a half years ago at the recruiters office.  He did not allow us to go see him to swear in.  If this is what he wants you try to be strong, easier said than done as you have been down this road of saying see ya later.  I feel for ya.  Let us know how it goes and know that you are not alone.  We're here for ya Navy Momma