My heart is in D.C today with the sailors and their families of this senseless act against our sailors. Prayers are going forth for comfort and healing.
Any CT Moms on this group that will be attending the CT Packing Party November 2nd? If yes, please respond under the Event page so I can keep track of the moms coming!
hello, all... i am wondering.... awhile back there was talk of someone in or near goose creek, sc that makes cakes. my son's bday is 11/23 and i was hoping someone here would know how to contact the "cakemaker" would love to surprise my son with a homemade cake
My son just left for boot camp yesterday.... This was the hardest and most proud day so far. I thought about texting him. But have to remember, he has no phone. This is going to be the longest 9 weeks!!
Thanks Joeys mom. Thanks for the advice, I sure will! San Antonio is a great place! We meet some sailors about 3 weeks ago at the Mall and at hey were talking with my son about boot camp. Really nice guy's. I'm sad but happy at same time. He's my one and only, and empty nester at 44. I work full time and married. It just going to be weird without him here!
Thanks again :)
hi all...my son leaves Sunday for BC...the tears wont stop flowing as I am dreading that day. he is so excited and ready to go though which is good. this site has been amazing...
It will go quickly. My son just had PIR 1-24. You will be amazed just how fast things go. They keep the SR busy. It is worth it all to get to see the changes in your child. Write lots of letters. Soon you will be telling is about your Sailor
im trying joeysmomma...but its so hard. he doesnt see me cry but i do it..A LOT! he is so dang excited so i act excited to, but behind closed doors im a wreck....
thanks for the words of encouragement.....LOVE THIS SITE!!!
From someone who has had three go in.. The heartbreak is there but I figure they eventually go on anyway. What better way than a good "company", good benefits, they are being watched over. The Navy is very good about that. And you will have unbelievable proud moments coming your way.
BUT GET BUSY NOW, joing a group in your area that supports the military, find or start a group that sends care packages. Get involved. You should establish your suppport group before he leaves so it is there when he goes. Also, as proud as you will be and how hard boot camp is, deployments are hard too. Take care of yourself so you can take care of him. Also, start doing things with your husband. Empty nest can throw a wrench in to everything. It is all good. We have all gone through it and we have survived. You are stronger than you think you are and we are hear for you. BY the way it is easy for me to say all of this now, but I remember what is was like. I remember crying in his room after he left for days. So we are all here for you.
I'm so happy I have a place to express my feelings to people who understand. My sailors flight was cancelled so we got to spend an extra day and a half together. the day is here though, he leaves late afternoon for his duty station and I'm not doing very well, as it will be a long time until we see him again, and he will be a long way from home. I pray that I don't cry at the airport! this does not get easier.
Very true Joey's momma, he's there now, so hard to believe he was here yesterday and now he's many miles away! Just fyi, I did pretty good, I just cried a little. I was proud of myself
Two days left... leave tomorrow for MEPS, then see him off at the airport on MON. Can't believe its right here, so close. Seems like it crept up without notice. But I know he will be where his dream is... and that makes me smile.
My son leaves on Wed for BC, but has to report to MEPS on Tues and with 4-8 inches of snow forecasted for Tues it will be an early "See ya later" for me!
mine left sunday....missing him like crazy!! the tears continue to fall but I feel a bit better today....hope everyone is doing ok.....lots of prayers for us all...
My Son leaves in 2 days for Great Lakes Boot Camp, He is 19yo, I am having a really hard time. I am going to miss him so much. Its hard to let any of your children go & grow up.
Hello Everyone,
Our son left on March 5th, 2014 and arrived at BC 3-7-14. I send letters daily since we received his form letter on Monday, 3-17-14. No letters back from him yet. I miss him so much, even more than I ever knew......It helps me to read that other moms are going through this too. It's a new chapter for our sons and us. Maybe it's the old cliche... No pain, no gain, lol. I've cried a river for sure and really hope tears are the river of life. Ok, enough of philosophy. I really miss him!
hi...my son is on ship 09 div 159, and his fiancee is on ship 02 div 925...can't wait to go to their PIR ceremony on May 2...i will be traveling with her parents and couldn't be prouder of both of them
Hi everyone! I wanted to introduce myself. My son goes to MEPS on May 6th. I am so proud of him but I am also nervous. This is all new to me but he is 19 and so very excited about joining the Navy. I am excited for him.
Just returned home from great lakes graduation, and it was wonderful. Sarges meet and greet was full of information and answered lots of questions. Now my son is doing his A school there and we couldn't be prouder.
My son is currently in A-school, and we've recently learned that his first orders will be inland and stateside.
I just sent my first care package - some practical stuff, some home made treats, some notes from friends, and some silly things (like a straw with a cheesy mustache attached to the top). Any suggestions for the next one?
My daughter Tiffany left for Bootcamp June 3 2014 graduates july 25.everything is going so fast then I had a son who left the beginning of Jan 2014 for Peace Corps I am so proud and miss them Both
You won't hear much while your son is at GL, but the time does fly. My son is also 23, and he was considered one of the "old guys" in his group. His maturity was appreciated by leadership. If you have the opportunity to go to graduation, my advice is go!
Peter's Mom SHIP 02 DIV 936 - It depends. In A school, my son was the only one in the field he was training for, so he knew quite early. If there are several sailors training for the same field, they may not learn until the last couple of weeks, and there may be competitions for sailors to make requests among the options.
doodlebug, my son is 22 and is on Ship 3, Div 230. He and one other guy looked older at his swearing in but I agree most of the guys looked like babies. What ship is you son on? My son does not turn 23 until Jan, 2015. Where are you all from?
We are in GA. Lots of TX and CA people on here. Not so much for us moms from GA. I guess they are not active on the different groups. I had a friend whose son joined last year that told me about this site and my son also told me about the site.
I leave in Southern California. My son is leaving to Boot-camp July 29th. I like to share about my son as a future sailor and read about other sailors experiences. Also would like to find a support group of Navy Mom in Southern CA.
Hey moms, my sr is on ship 12 div 322. Are there any Georgia moms in this group? Would love to get to know everyone. I'm certain our daughters have met and are encouraging each other to stay focused.
My son just left for boot camp only 2 weeks ago on Sept 11. My family and I are very proud of him, but we miss him so much. His DIV is 359 so I hope there's someone that has a son in the same area so we can correspond. I have so many questions.
aVOL2
OMG pjwells....
really.... where????
Sep 13, 2013
sunshinefam
Hi I am a new member to this group..my went into BC today..any mom with boot camp graduation end of November,,
Sep 13, 2013
Debi
My heart is in D.C today with the sailors and their families of this senseless act against our sailors. Prayers are going forth for comfort and healing.
Sep 16, 2013
Donna
Any CT Moms on this group that will be attending the CT Packing Party November 2nd? If yes, please respond under the Event page so I can keep track of the moms coming!
Oct 16, 2013
proudmom63
hello, all... i am wondering.... awhile back there was talk of someone in or near goose creek, sc that makes cakes. my son's bday is 11/23 and i was hoping someone here would know how to contact the "cakemaker" would love to surprise my son with a homemade cake
Nov 3, 2013
momof1navyguy
My son just left for boot camp yesterday.... This was the hardest and most proud day so far. I thought about texting him. But have to remember, he has no phone. This is going to be the longest 9 weeks!!
Nov 21, 2013
jean
momof1navyguy
Been there Done that
I know what you are going though
we pray a lot and read our Bibles and went to church more
hope this helps and I wrote my son every day
Nov 21, 2013
Frances5901
You are not alone. We have all been there. Sometimes that helps and sometimes it doesn't.
Everyone of us has a unique relationship with their sailor.
Keep in touch and let us know how it is going. We will all be there for you.
Nov 21, 2013
gglove
new at this Navy stuff Daughter graduates Jan 31st
Dec 22, 2013
Sailormom
Dec 30, 2013
Sailormom
Thanks again :)
Dec 30, 2013
RAZM
My son left for RTC yesterday, Jan. 07, 2013. This day has been so difficult!
Jan 9, 2014
Bonnie-Codysmom
hi all...my son leaves Sunday for BC...the tears wont stop flowing as I am dreading that day. he is so excited and ready to go though which is good. this site has been amazing...
Jan 28, 2014
Proud 1 ship 13 Div 070
Jan 28, 2014
Bonnie-Codysmom
im trying joeysmomma...but its so hard. he doesnt see me cry but i do it..A LOT! he is so dang excited so i act excited to, but behind closed doors im a wreck....
thanks for the words of encouragement.....LOVE THIS SITE!!!
Jan 29, 2014
Frances5901
From someone who has had three go in.. The heartbreak is there but I figure they eventually go on anyway. What better way than a good "company", good benefits, they are being watched over. The Navy is very good about that. And you will have unbelievable proud moments coming your way.
BUT GET BUSY NOW, joing a group in your area that supports the military, find or start a group that sends care packages. Get involved. You should establish your suppport group before he leaves so it is there when he goes. Also, as proud as you will be and how hard boot camp is, deployments are hard too. Take care of yourself so you can take care of him. Also, start doing things with your husband. Empty nest can throw a wrench in to everything. It is all good. We have all gone through it and we have survived. You are stronger than you think you are and we are hear for you. BY the way it is easy for me to say all of this now, but I remember what is was like. I remember crying in his room after he left for days. So we are all here for you.
Jan 30, 2014
Johna
I'm so happy I have a place to express my feelings to people who understand. My sailors flight was cancelled so we got to spend an extra day and a half together. the day is here though, he leaves late afternoon for his duty station and I'm not doing very well, as it will be a long time until we see him again, and he will be a long way from home. I pray that I don't cry at the airport! this does not get easier.
Jan 30, 2014
Johna
Very true Joey's momma, he's there now, so hard to believe he was here yesterday and now he's many miles away! Just fyi, I did pretty good, I just cried a little. I was proud of myself
Jan 31, 2014
lupner88
Two days left... leave tomorrow for MEPS, then see him off at the airport on MON. Can't believe its right here, so close. Seems like it crept up without notice. But I know he will be where his dream is... and that makes me smile.
Feb 1, 2014
Mother of 4
My son leaves on Wed for BC, but has to report to MEPS on Tues and with 4-8 inches of snow forecasted for Tues it will be an early "See ya later" for me!
Feb 2, 2014
Bonnie-Codysmom
mine left sunday....missing him like crazy!! the tears continue to fall but I feel a bit better today....hope everyone is doing ok.....lots of prayers for us all...
Feb 5, 2014
HuntersMom
My Son leaves in 2 days for Great Lakes Boot Camp, He is 19yo, I am having a really hard time. I am going to miss him so much. Its hard to let any of your children go & grow up.
Feb 16, 2014
Defoe'sMom (Ship 13, Div 164)
My son left 3/11/14 for Great Lakes. He called me around 10:30 pm and sounded sad. I sure do miss him.
Mar 13, 2014
Defoe'sMom (Ship 13, Div 164)
Mar 16, 2014
1awsumway
Our son left on March 5th, 2014 and arrived at BC 3-7-14. I send letters daily since we received his form letter on Monday, 3-17-14. No letters back from him yet. I miss him so much, even more than I ever knew......It helps me to read that other moms are going through this too. It's a new chapter for our sons and us. Maybe it's the old cliche... No pain, no gain, lol. I've cried a river for sure and really hope tears are the river of life. Ok, enough of philosophy. I really miss him!
Mar 21, 2014
1awsumway
Mar 21, 2014
Navy mom 49
Hi my son is on ship 13 div 174
Apr 3, 2014
peepnblueyz
hi...my son is on ship 09 div 159, and his fiancee is on ship 02 div 925...can't wait to go to their PIR ceremony on May 2...i will be traveling with her parents and couldn't be prouder of both of them
Apr 7, 2014
Murphy122
my son is ship 04 div 187. PIR 5-30. Can't wait!!!
Apr 17, 2014
1BlessedNavyMom
Hi everyone! I wanted to introduce myself. My son goes to MEPS on May 6th. I am so proud of him but I am also nervous. This is all new to me but he is 19 and so very excited about joining the Navy. I am excited for him.
May 1, 2014
Navy mom 49
May 1, 2014
Murphy122
Praying for a call today. Happy Mother's Day to all the Navy Mom's out there.
May 11, 2014
abcent
Just returned home from great lakes graduation, and it was wonderful. Sarges meet and greet was full of information and answered lots of questions. Now my son is doing his A school there and we couldn't be prouder.
May 14, 2014
CATHARINE
Hi.
Our son is 23 and ships to GL on June 10, 2014.
We live in South Jersey.
Glad to find this site. I am gonna need it!
May 28, 2014
Navy mom 49
May 28, 2014
wendye
Hi everyone,
My son is currently in A-school, and we've recently learned that his first orders will be inland and stateside.
I just sent my first care package - some practical stuff, some home made treats, some notes from friends, and some silly things (like a straw with a cheesy mustache attached to the top). Any suggestions for the next one?
May 31, 2014
MarieKon
My daughter Tiffany left for Bootcamp June 3 2014 graduates july 25.everything is going so fast then I had a son who left the beginning of Jan 2014 for Peace Corps I am so proud and miss them Both
Jun 9, 2014
wendye
Catherine,
You won't hear much while your son is at GL, but the time does fly. My son is also 23, and he was considered one of the "old guys" in his group. His maturity was appreciated by leadership. If you have the opportunity to go to graduation, my advice is go!
Jun 10, 2014
MomofHAN
My son left for BC yesterday (6/9). He is 23 and I already miss him like crazy!
Jun 10, 2014
Island Girl
Hi Wendye,
How soon after they get to "a" school, do they find out where he will be stationed? Just wondering? Thx,
Jun 24, 2014
wendye
Peter's Mom SHIP 02 DIV 936 - It depends. In A school, my son was the only one in the field he was training for, so he knew quite early. If there are several sailors training for the same field, they may not learn until the last couple of weeks, and there may be competitions for sailors to make requests among the options.
Jun 28, 2014
scubagirl
doodlebug, my son is 22 and is on Ship 3, Div 230. He and one other guy looked older at his swearing in but I agree most of the guys looked like babies. What ship is you son on? My son does not turn 23 until Jan, 2015. Where are you all from?
Jun 28, 2014
scubagirl
We are in GA. Lots of TX and CA people on here. Not so much for us moms from GA. I guess they are not active on the different groups. I had a friend whose son joined last year that told me about this site and my son also told me about the site.
Jun 29, 2014
Brand'sMom
I leave in Southern California. My son is leaving to Boot-camp July 29th. I like to share about my son as a future sailor and read about other sailors experiences. Also would like to find a support group of Navy Mom in Southern CA.
Jun 29, 2014
Melinda
Hello I am in Plattsmouth Ne would like to meet mom close to Omaha thanks
Aug 27, 2014
Irene McClure
Hey Navy Moms!! I am in Ga.(Buford). How is everyone doing? My Navy Bunch is in Ca. I hope everyone Sailor is doing good!
Aug 28, 2014
Navymom123
Aug 30, 2014
Prayerwarrior
Sep 21, 2014
ProudMom13
My son just left for boot camp only 2 weeks ago on Sept 11. My family and I are very proud of him, but we miss him so much. His DIV is 359 so I hope there's someone that has a son in the same area so we can correspond. I have so many questions.
Sep 24, 2014
Navy brat/mom
Sep 24, 2014