Denise- I understand what you are saying. In my house though, we have a 5 year old that is missing her big sis. It makes it hard for me and the others then (harder than what it was/is). Then you have the calls from base crying she misses you and hates being there all alone. Heartless family does not help, my MIL says well she is the one that joined the Navy! I understand that but reall no compassion....
My SIL is complaining she may not get to see her daughter for 8 weeks (she is in MED school in Toledo, we are in Ohio also) so really only like a 3 hour drive if she wanted to go and see her.... I would trade her that time frame in a heartbeat.
So Holidays suck, what sucks more are inconsiderate folks.... I feel every ones pain.
It is hard for me because we moved away from family and friends, so now not having my children around makes it that much harder. I am very grateful that my son chose to go into the Navy and I know it is hard for him as well, so I really shouldn't be complaining. It's just so new. Very grateful for the support of N4M!
Jean C- never feel as you are a burden. I know how you feel, difference I was in the spot of your daughter 3 times. 1 being told by my doc i would have to terminate due to "oddities" That one hurt way more as I had to decide did I want to just wait it out and let nature take the course or just do the surgery. My husband and I do not have compatible blood. I was pregnant a total of 7 times. 4 of those I had the most perfect children, I do not know why God taes these babies from us, he does however know more than we do. I was told that if I chose to eep having children my risk of having a ":normal" child declined. This was after Kayla my 19 year old Seabee.... I did lose the babies after I had her, in between the last 2.
I hope your daughter is able to find some peace, it is so much harder when you are past the 4 month mark. My furthest along loss was 4.5. I actually saw the baby and thought I saw a heartbeat. It hurts, I know my mom hurt with me as well and in her own grandma way. My husband took it very hard.
I will thin of you and pray for you and your daughter, pray you get to feel better soon with your shoulder. Life was never promised to be easy, but we eep moving and forge forward.
I am going bac today to work with 5-6th grade kids that were in groups yesterday and crying, the father,uncle and stepfather (all the same man) was killed in an accident at work, he was also the basketball coach and an upstanding young man. I was also given the information yesterday that a girl Kayla was in BC with with medically discharged. She had never been able to get to her first duty station. She had been at Corpus since Oct.
I thank God everyday for what he has given me, a daughter I am so proud of (miss like crazy) a son that tried his hand in the Navy and that was cut short, 2 wonderful and full of life (sometimes rotten) girls at home, and the sweetest grandbaby. Oh yes my husband also....
I hope everyone has a peaceful day, the sun is shining and the Son is shining.
hi ladies I havent been on here in quite awhile. so I would like to try and catch up. yeah right. I noticed that some of your boys are coming home in june. so is mine and he will be stationed in cali. he just re enlisted for another 6 yrs. my youger son is in pre buds, still in GL. so that has been keeping me busy. I cant possibly go back and read all the comments so please bear with me
the last time i had my kids all together was in November 2010 for their grandmother's funeral. it was awesome that my son was able to come home for it, I am happy he wasn't on deployment when It happen. Right now my seabee is deployed and I miss him like crazy, but I know he's off making a difference in another part of the world.
Yesterday i went to the elementary school my children attended and talk to the principal. I told him that it would be nice if they recognized Military families. I also informed him that sometimes when a child acts out, that there might be an underlying reason.. and I asked him if he was aware of this fact and whether or not he has any military families in his school. We are putting together a questionaire for "BAck to School Nite" in the falll. I told him that having a military member in your familiy can have a big impact on your life. So it looks like I have started a campaign to give more awareness to families.
Way to go Nitasewbee, the work is appreciated. I am on my way home from GP. I had the pleasure of meeting Denise's. He is a wonderful inspiration. Denise I hope you have a wonderful time when he comes homes. I send message you the picture I took of the guys when I get home.
Denise, every time I get on here you inspire me. Your experience helps all of us. I will get used to it. I'm single and an empty nester now. My Seabee is my baby. Of all my five kids, none of them are huggers like he is. I always look forward to those hugs. I will cherish each one I get. And I savor the ones I got. Anyway, sniff sniff. I am going to call him tonight. When we talk on the phone I say, "Here is a big hug" I love you. I would like to know how everyone celebrates with their Sailors. Do you send boxes of goodies. And birthdays, I know this is a stupid question but since the military knows their birth dates and knows they are away from home do they mention their birthday? I know they aren't babies but I just wondered. I sent him a package for his birthday that's coming up this weekend so he will have it in time. Thank you for teaching us.
Justamom, my son filled out his forms and took his tests I think back in October and he knew pretty quickly that he would be a Seabee. By December it was all settled and he knew he was leaving for bootcamp in Jan.. He has graduated bc and is now at A school and they didn't delay but a week before they started classes. He's right on time to graduate that in June. Hoping he gets to come home first before they send him anywhere else. We will know soon. Not sure if that helps. He never mentioned at the time that it was tough to get into Seabee's but he had been working as a mechanic for about five years prior to this.
Denise-your posts bring a smile to my face, and with some I can't stop laughing! You and I seem to be a lot alike. Very straight forward and to the point. I am VERY new to the Military life, as I did not grow up with anyone in my family being in the Military. My sr is due to PIR NEXT Friday, 5/6. Then he's off to PH for A school, his rate a Seabee/CM. I'm so proud of him.
JustaMom- my son enlisted as a Reserve in November 2010 just to get his foot in the door and get to bootcamp ASAP. He left for bootcamp March 9, 2011 and graduates next Friday 5/6. His rate (job) is Seabee/CM (construction mechanic). His thought was he would ask to go full time active duty while he was in A school, but knows that the chances of that are very slim. So he will do his Reserve time and at least have the mechanic schooling (thanks to the Navy) to find a decent job after A school. He is an E-2 now coming out of bootcamp. The true key to his success is that he made the decision to join the Navy on his own. Nobody forced or talked him into joining. He loves bootcamp and the Navy, and I know in my heart that he has made the very best choice for HIMSELF and for his future. Best wishes to your son.
Nitasewbee-what a great thing you did in going and talking to those students. I'm sure you left a positive and lasting impression in their young minds. Thank you for doing that!
Ann-Marie- He's headed to Port Hueneme and YES, we are leaving Monday the 2nd for PIR via Omaha to pick Grandma up. I'm on such a high right now I could fly there on my own!
We are soglad he will be on the west coast for A school. We are from WA.
I haven't talked to them yet. i have talked to the principal. Although my youngest has been out of that school for 3 yrs now. ( he's in 9th) I still have good vibes with the principal as I have tossed my ideas to him on occassion. The main reason why this was important to me is because Tyler, (he's my youngest) was in 5th when his brother was in Kuwait, 8th when his brother was in Afghanistan, and now he's somewhere on deployment. There was no one for him to talk to when he was in middle school. Unless a person is a military family member, they have no concept as to what we go through. BAck when my BIL was in Viet Nam, and my brother was in Thailand during the late 60's early 70's, there was no resourcces for families, no real support system like we have now. I remeber one year christmas time, my brother that is 4 yrs older than me didn't want to celebrate Christmas because our oldest brother was overseas. So yeah, something like this is important and its nice that influencial people are taking note of this..All I am trying to do is do my part to help it along in my community. If it helps even one child or one family to get the support they need, then it will be worth it.
haha, I was gonna say the same... Sailors are those other men and woman of the Navy! lol Seabee's well.... welcome and soon you will see. I get the the I am a dirt Sailor if you must add sailor to my name....
Kym, I was gonna ask you about your son. My kiddo is there and she knows a few folks now, most from A-school. However her (not sure what he is squad leader maybe) is getting them out and meeting people. She is doing her (I am gonna mess this up) sku???? lol
Any way, I get reports daily of how the weather sucks and she feels like she is in Ohio, just has an ocean there... lately she has been in LA. She and a girl from IT (they went to BC together) went on a tour bus, you would have thought Kay was gonna pass out and die, she had such silly FB status's... like someone just shoot me, why am I on this stupid bus.
She did send a pic of Keanu Reeves house for her daddy... long story but my husband really does not like him as an actor... lol
Tobi-she is probably working on her SCWS pin....it's Seabee Combat Warriors. My hubby is working on getting his as well. They have a year from the time they get into the battalion to get it. My hubby wants his before deployment is over! She is a crazy girl going up to LA all the time. I hate that area lol. She will love the weather once summer hits....it's always perfect beach weather. There is nothing more beautiful than the beaches in Cali with the awesome Pacific Ocean.....I miss the waves and smell of the ocean. Yes, I am on the Gulf Of Mexico...but this is the MS Sound and let me tell you, there is no smell of ocean or waves to sound like it either. It's basically a giant lake! I definitely miss Kayla. All my friends either went to Cali or deployed with my hubby. I occupy my time with work now....and i still have a few friends that help me along too! If it weren't for skype I think I would cry.
I did realize the other day that I don't mind being alone though. I enjoy the quiet. I sit in the house with nothing on sometimes and just color.....yes, I'm a big kid at heart and bought coloring books to help pass the time lol. But it's so peaceful when it's quiet......not that my husband is extremely loud or anything but he does enjoy tv or music on almost all the time. I also bought Nutrisystem food. I know how to cook and I cook pretty healthy....the problem is, I'm used to cooking for a Navy and not for one....so i cook too much and it goes to waste....or i buy too much food and it goes bad before i can eat it. Nutrisystem will allow me to eat healthy and it's meals for one so now i don't have to worry about the food going bad. Not to mention, it's going to help me drop the weight I need to for the cruise we are going on next year. We are renewing our vows while on the cruise and I'm so excited I get to wear a wedding dress for the first time!! Anyway, sorry got to rambling.....I hope everyone is having a great weekend!
MAnda20.. Happy Military Spouse day and to all others who are military spouses. bless you all.
@ emcmom.. my son was there for his 3rd one. The unit he was in psoted updates on facebook. Perhaps your son's commander will do the same. , But I agree with the others.. check with the group that MuchTrouble gave you the link for. They are awesome. I found the group after my son got back.
Awww thank you Nita! Funny thing is, my husband didn't even know that yesterday was Military Spouse Appreciation Day....he felt bad he didn't get me anything. I told him it wasn't a big deal at all that it was just nice to know he loved me and missed me :D
Denise- Beautiful rose that you posted. My son PIR'ed on the 6th, what an awesome mothers day gift! He is currently at PH for A school...do you know how this "letting go of" 13,000 Seabee's might affect him? He is an E-2 CMA. Any info would be appreciated.
yes I was told the same of the 40 and 7. My understanding is they are not disbanding the Seabee's in this unit, they will go to a different battalion.
Kayla is in the 40. She said something about 2013 though. Yes after she goes on her (now not sure where) deployment. Any one else have anyone in either battalion?
oddly enough, I was also told after she got there the CO asked if anyone wanted "out"! They would be given an honorable discharge.
Robin UTC- she is doing pretty well. She is not as fond of CA as she is MS! She will survive though. I said to her, this disbanding is a way possibly to get back to MS.... lol.
My son hasn't been able to move up in four tries, despite passing all the tests and getting the required reviews. He's been told that he'll either have to get out or change rates. (He's looking at SEAL, which has me a little anxious for his family)
I have some friends who are in 7 and 40 that are being affected....Tobi's daughter being one of them. From what I've heard around base is they are letting go a lot of people by the end of this year.....meaning they are being kicked out due to not showing they are PTS...which is performing to serve. They are also using the PFT physical fitness tests as a means to kicking out people too. Denise as you said those with 7 to 15 years are also being affected. I also know they were offering to let people out with one year of service left in their contract with almost full benefits and the ability to use their Montgomery GI Bill while going to school. They have since changed that to letting people out who have 2 years left in their contract....I have several friends who are doing this because they will pay for all their housing, food, etc and still give them their GI Bill as long as they are in school. Don't quote me on any of this because as we all know, things change daily and some of this may not be accurate anymore. I just know the Navy and many other branches of the armed forces are looking to down size. People are getting in trouble and they aren't able to maintain their high standards with so many people in. The military is definitely not what it used to be...I look forward to seeing what it becomes now. Even with all this junk going on, I am still proud of my husband every day for joining the Navy. I know he is performing to serve and he continues to stand out. Hopefully we continue to have nothing to worry about for the next few years!
JeanC.. i am so sorry to hear about your daughter losing her child... There is nothing I can possibly say that will make things any better for you all except that my prayers are with you all. MAy God bless you all and may that little angel watch over you and may God bring you comfort and solace in this sad time. IF I was there, I'd give you all a hug.
Manda20.. I found out about Military Spouse Appreciation Day when I was on Facebook the one day.. My son's wife saids its a tough job, but someone's gotta do it... Being a military family member is a tough job.. but we all do it in some form or other... AS Charles Dickens said in A christmas CArol" God Bless us Everyone"" Thank God for this site where we give each other the support and friendship we thrive on.
Denise, I agree. My husband said that people are being kicked out for infranctions that happened when they were in back in their first years of service...something as small as a counseling chit for being late to muster back in your A school years or something to that extent is causing people to get kicked out. I am so thankful my husband takes his job seriously and isn't out trying to party with people while on deployment. He is in main body, so not only is there the deployment pressure of being on your best behavior in another country, but all the commanding officer's are on that base. He says it's surprising how much people are still slacking and not trying knowing that they will be kicked out for their lack of effort. I'm wondering if this is what people want? I can't imagine people would rather go into the civilian world and be jobless like so many other people are and not have their families taken care of? I guess we will see as these next few years go on. I do know they are waiting until deployments are over so they don't mess up the rotation of who goes when....just not sure at what point they decide the rotation is over? So I guess 7 will go in Feb as planned and then will most likely be decommissioned when they return home. Same for 40 I guess?
Getting ready to go see my son a A school for a weekend. I had posted when he first went in March I didn't see how I would ever get to see him when he was on the other side of the country. God hears the cries of a mothers heart. My son had a voucher from Delta that he had to use before July and since he couldn't use it himself they let him put my name on it and it took care of the round trip. Then my friend stays at Hampton Inns so much because he's on the road all the time he had so many free stays built up that he booked and took care of all of our hotel stay. I just have to take care of my food and a shuttle to get from the airport and back. I leave next week and am looking forward to this. I know he may get time to come home in June after he graduates but I had a friend whose nephew was to come home for 15 days after he graduated and they told him the week before he came home it was changed to be two days so since this unusual opportunity to visit has risen I'm going to go and enjoy time now because I don't know what the future brings.
Manda- as far as the 40, that is also what I was told....again you are right about anything can change. Kay tells me, " mom if some one here tells me something, we have been warned....unless it is to happen asap, it is most likely BS!" lol
She did say that it is more like 1400-1500 Seabees in the 7 and 40. She is still scheduled for deployment at reg time, however there has been "talk" of earlier...so again, for what that is worth.
It is sad, I also worry about performance and such. As we all do. I know she busts her rear and works as hard as she can, but it is always in your mind.
Robin- I asked Kay about "Murder Boards" lol...she says "Momma I am not stupid, I know what is gonna happen, they are gonna try to frazzle me". She also thinks she is bullet proof.....
Yesterday, she got me and sort of laughed, she called, I was watching the baby did not hear the phone, so I called her back and she said was not available. She calls me later and say,"sorry I was wearing my battle rattle (hope that is right cant rem what she actually called it), so could not get my phone" I said "WHAT" lol......her sweet answer to her momma....."Momma could ya hollar at some military lingo please" !!!!!
I love my child, but I am a civilian, I am lucky to understand the kids at the grade school I work at, I guess I will become fluent in about 3 languages. 1 being my everyday English, 1 being military "Lingo" and the last scary child language.
What I can say about all of this, we are still on this roller coaster, before we had no contact (still the same for some or limited) now we have this, but still worry what will happen to our kids and husbands. The life of a Navy family, I am glad, but know it is much harder to be a military spouse. God love you ladies that have to deal with this as part of your marriage, moms deal with a lot, it is a deep in the heart ache, but wives have to concern themselves with future of family. That is my opinion, may God cover our loved ones and all us.
My son is still deciding whether to cross-rate or get out. I just keep praying that he does what is best for him and his little family and has the wisdom and light to know what that is.
No she was saying BS too gossip. Someone is always saying something that they then say "nothing is for sure yet" which she was told later by her CO, this means it is gossip. He said to her that if it does not come from someone that actually knows something than never to believe it. I am guessing he meant someone of his stature (rank) and higher. That if a squad leader or PO says it to double check with him. lol sorry, was not meaning that this latest stuff is BS. She is aware of the things going on right now.
Robin- she was sort of being silly as I could not remember actually what is was called. She says I need a hand book. Where are you exactly at? She does pretty good at finding things out, she did say she met her Ombudsman and that she is really nice. I am not sure what info they exchange, or for that fact what info she is willing to give!! Most of her friends know how close the 2 of us are. Not that any of this will matter during deployment if they are not with her... lol
She is back at Camp Pendleton (SP? sorry) this weekend with another from the base. She has a good friend in the Marines stationed there. They went to the "Puppy Store" this is always a bad thing for her, she found a Corgi that looks just like her Murphy here at home. Both friends would not allow her to play with it. They both know she would end up sad about not having her doggie.
So, I just have to find a way to get to her in the next few weeks and bring her pooch.
Unfortunately, Denise that is very true. I was blown away that the Seabee advancement was 0%. This is the site for the testing
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2011/05/navy-spring-petty-officer-adv... if you click in the box that says spreadsheet you can see the number of people who passed and who advanced. Crazy that it's only the Seabee rates that didn't have any advancements, but overall the Navy advancement percentage went up. We shall see what happens within the next few years with Seabees. I think they could possibly be a dying rate. My husband said a lot of guys are either cross-rating or getting out completely because of this. If there is no opportunity for advancement why stay where they are? The other reason guys can't advance is because of all the complacent people taking up spots, so those of them that actually do want to rate up can't because of the ones who are stagnant. It seems like those in the Seabee position are less willing to advance and become more comfortable. Not sure why, but there are a lot of lazy bee's out there. Not saying they all are, but the ones who will be kicked out or leave after their contract seem to be the ones with complacency issues, obviously lol.
I hope they never get rid of the Seabee rate. It's too important. My son spent a large chunk of his deployment to Guam drilling water wells in Cambodia. What other part of the armed services would do that? But right now he's facing either switching rates or getting out.
So my middle son has been in Navy for 7+ years doing mechanical aviation, etc. Loves it! Stationed state side. My youngest son just joined and is a Seebee. New to the Seebee life. Can you give us some pointers?
Please pray for my husband and the other people in Okinawa right now. They have a Category 5 typhoon headed their way. It is supposed to weaken to a 2 after it hits the cooler waters, but they will be on lockdown starting tomorrow. My husband was told that the storm is supposed to be worst than most hurricanes that have hit the states, but not as bad as Katrina. I suppose there is good news in that bad news after all. They are hoping that things won't be as bad as they are saying.....but we just have to wait. What will be, will be! Hope you are all doing well :D
Yes Jean C. My husband has been exhausted the past few days. I just got a notice from the Ombudsman, though, that said they are only getting thunderstorms right now. They are expecting them to be just fine during the storm because it it supposed to weaken. I'm not so much worried about them as I am all the civilians that don't have all the protection our Bee's do. I should be getting a call in the next few hours with an update.....I just try to stay positive about all this.....I told my husband in the future to tell me AFTER the storm has hit so I don't stress about it before hand lol.
Yes, he is in 133. I think we have a day before the storm actually hits.....he said it should hit around 0100 Sunday their time. So that would be around 11am(central time) Saturday for us. I too am checking all the weather sites. I will check back here when I hear some news!
Jean C, don't know if you have Facebook, but the LCDR just posted a quick note on the Runnin' Roos page and assured us that everyone will be safe. By the time the typhoon hits the winds will have died down to 90mph(still crazy but not as bad as 160mph) and they are in their concrete buildings safe from the winds and flooding. They are expecting internet to be down during the storm, but said they would notify everyone how things are as soon as it comes back up. They go on lockdown starting at 1400 Saturday their time, so you may get to talk to your son a little before the storm hits! Hopefully this will ease your mind as it has mine :D
Finally heard from the hubby.....all is well. Power is still out but they will get it back up soon. He said all the street signs were blown off and lots of trees knocked down. The wind was crazy and was very loud against the windows.....the rain was coming through the tiny cracks of the buildings/windows. He said it was pretty cool and crazy at the same time. I feel much better now that I have heard his voice.....even though I had updates from the XO and Ombudsman.....it still just feels much better to actually hear from him. Goodnight ladies!
I read the updates on FAcbook too, didn't even know about it til I read about it. WOW is all I can say. But I know God is watching over all our Bees. Sure hope the townspeople are okay as well.
Jean C...I found out my hubby knows your son. In fact, your son will possibly be on my hubby's Murder Board when he does his SCWS testing.....such a small world lol!
Nita-I only knew because my husband told me....I told him to keep it a secret next time so I didn't have to worry.
I saw where they had a SCWS pinning ceremony in Guam yesterday on Facebook....anyone have pictures that were posted on Facebook that they could share on there....Tyler qualified but I didn't see him in any of the pics posted by some of his mates...thanks so much....
Tobianne
Denise- I understand what you are saying. In my house though, we have a 5 year old that is missing her big sis. It makes it hard for me and the others then (harder than what it was/is). Then you have the calls from base crying she misses you and hates being there all alone. Heartless family does not help, my MIL says well she is the one that joined the Navy! I understand that but reall no compassion....
My SIL is complaining she may not get to see her daughter for 8 weeks (she is in MED school in Toledo, we are in Ohio also) so really only like a 3 hour drive if she wanted to go and see her.... I would trade her that time frame in a heartbeat.
So Holidays suck, what sucks more are inconsiderate folks.... I feel every ones pain.
Apr 25, 2011
Ann-Marie(Proud Mom of Nick)
Apr 25, 2011
Tobianne
Jean C- never feel as you are a burden. I know how you feel, difference I was in the spot of your daughter 3 times. 1 being told by my doc i would have to terminate due to "oddities" That one hurt way more as I had to decide did I want to just wait it out and let nature take the course or just do the surgery. My husband and I do not have compatible blood. I was pregnant a total of 7 times. 4 of those I had the most perfect children, I do not know why God taes these babies from us, he does however know more than we do. I was told that if I chose to eep having children my risk of having a ":normal" child declined. This was after Kayla my 19 year old Seabee.... I did lose the babies after I had her, in between the last 2.
I hope your daughter is able to find some peace, it is so much harder when you are past the 4 month mark. My furthest along loss was 4.5. I actually saw the baby and thought I saw a heartbeat. It hurts, I know my mom hurt with me as well and in her own grandma way. My husband took it very hard.
I will thin of you and pray for you and your daughter, pray you get to feel better soon with your shoulder. Life was never promised to be easy, but we eep moving and forge forward.
I am going bac today to work with 5-6th grade kids that were in groups yesterday and crying, the father,uncle and stepfather (all the same man) was killed in an accident at work, he was also the basketball coach and an upstanding young man. I was also given the information yesterday that a girl Kayla was in BC with with medically discharged. She had never been able to get to her first duty station. She had been at Corpus since Oct.
I thank God everyday for what he has given me, a daughter I am so proud of (miss like crazy) a son that tried his hand in the Navy and that was cut short, 2 wonderful and full of life (sometimes rotten) girls at home, and the sweetest grandbaby. Oh yes my husband also....
I hope everyone has a peaceful day, the sun is shining and the Son is shining.
Apr 26, 2011
Joanie Tyler's Mom(133 Bees)
Apr 26, 2011
sjtina
Apr 27, 2011
NitaSewBee
the last time i had my kids all together was in November 2010 for their grandmother's funeral. it was awesome that my son was able to come home for it, I am happy he wasn't on deployment when It happen. Right now my seabee is deployed and I miss him like crazy, but I know he's off making a difference in another part of the world.
Yesterday i went to the elementary school my children attended and talk to the principal. I told him that it would be nice if they recognized Military families. I also informed him that sometimes when a child acts out, that there might be an underlying reason.. and I asked him if he was aware of this fact and whether or not he has any military families in his school. We are putting together a questionaire for "BAck to School Nite" in the falll. I told him that having a military member in your familiy can have a big impact on your life. So it looks like I have started a campaign to give more awareness to families.
Apr 27, 2011
Jaz04
Apr 27, 2011
ktssong
Apr 27, 2011
ktssong
Apr 27, 2011
Ann-Marie(Proud Mom of Nick)
Apr 28, 2011
ebigirl
Denise-your posts bring a smile to my face, and with some I can't stop laughing! You and I seem to be a lot alike. Very straight forward and to the point. I am VERY new to the Military life, as I did not grow up with anyone in my family being in the Military. My sr is due to PIR NEXT Friday, 5/6. Then he's off to PH for A school, his rate a Seabee/CM. I'm so proud of him.
JustaMom- my son enlisted as a Reserve in November 2010 just to get his foot in the door and get to bootcamp ASAP. He left for bootcamp March 9, 2011 and graduates next Friday 5/6. His rate (job) is Seabee/CM (construction mechanic). His thought was he would ask to go full time active duty while he was in A school, but knows that the chances of that are very slim. So he will do his Reserve time and at least have the mechanic schooling (thanks to the Navy) to find a decent job after A school. He is an E-2 now coming out of bootcamp. The true key to his success is that he made the decision to join the Navy on his own. Nobody forced or talked him into joining. He loves bootcamp and the Navy, and I know in my heart that he has made the very best choice for HIMSELF and for his future. Best wishes to your son.
Nitasewbee-what a great thing you did in going and talking to those students. I'm sure you left a positive and lasting impression in their young minds. Thank you for doing that!
Apr 28, 2011
ebigirl
I am now the very proud mom of a United States Sailor! My son passed battlestations this morning. He's very sick, but that didn't stop him.
I am so proud of him!
Apr 28, 2011
Ann-Marie(Proud Mom of Nick)
Apr 28, 2011
ebigirl
Ann-Marie- He's headed to Port Hueneme and YES, we are leaving Monday the 2nd for PIR via Omaha to pick Grandma up. I'm on such a high right now I could fly there on my own!
We are soglad he will be on the west coast for A school. We are from WA.
Apr 28, 2011
NitaSewBee
Apr 28, 2011
ebigirl
Kym,
We live just north of Tacoma. I've heard nothing but wonderful things about PH.
Apr 28, 2011
ebigirl
Apr 28, 2011
Tobianne
haha, I was gonna say the same... Sailors are those other men and woman of the Navy! lol Seabee's well.... welcome and soon you will see. I get the the I am a dirt Sailor if you must add sailor to my name....
Kym, I was gonna ask you about your son. My kiddo is there and she knows a few folks now, most from A-school. However her (not sure what he is squad leader maybe) is getting them out and meeting people. She is doing her (I am gonna mess this up) sku???? lol
Any way, I get reports daily of how the weather sucks and she feels like she is in Ohio, just has an ocean there... lately she has been in LA. She and a girl from IT (they went to BC together) went on a tour bus, you would have thought Kay was gonna pass out and die, she had such silly FB status's... like someone just shoot me, why am I on this stupid bus.
She did send a pic of Keanu Reeves house for her daddy... long story but my husband really does not like him as an actor... lol
May 1, 2011
SeabeeWife20
Tobi-she is probably working on her SCWS pin....it's Seabee Combat Warriors. My hubby is working on getting his as well. They have a year from the time they get into the battalion to get it. My hubby wants his before deployment is over! She is a crazy girl going up to LA all the time. I hate that area lol. She will love the weather once summer hits....it's always perfect beach weather. There is nothing more beautiful than the beaches in Cali with the awesome Pacific Ocean.....I miss the waves and smell of the ocean. Yes, I am on the Gulf Of Mexico...but this is the MS Sound and let me tell you, there is no smell of ocean or waves to sound like it either. It's basically a giant lake! I definitely miss Kayla. All my friends either went to Cali or deployed with my hubby. I occupy my time with work now....and i still have a few friends that help me along too! If it weren't for skype I think I would cry.
I did realize the other day that I don't mind being alone though. I enjoy the quiet. I sit in the house with nothing on sometimes and just color.....yes, I'm a big kid at heart and bought coloring books to help pass the time lol. But it's so peaceful when it's quiet......not that my husband is extremely loud or anything but he does enjoy tv or music on almost all the time. I also bought Nutrisystem food. I know how to cook and I cook pretty healthy....the problem is, I'm used to cooking for a Navy and not for one....so i cook too much and it goes to waste....or i buy too much food and it goes bad before i can eat it. Nutrisystem will allow me to eat healthy and it's meals for one so now i don't have to worry about the food going bad. Not to mention, it's going to help me drop the weight I need to for the cruise we are going on next year. We are renewing our vows while on the cruise and I'm so excited I get to wear a wedding dress for the first time!! Anyway, sorry got to rambling.....I hope everyone is having a great weekend!
May 1, 2011
Much Trouble
To emcmom...I agree with Susan! This is a very helpful group, but when your kid is deployed to a war zone, try this group...
http://www.navyformoms.com/group/momswithkidsiniraq?
They walked me through everything and helped me keep my panic at bay. (These people KNOW how you feel!!!)
May 6, 2011
NitaSewBee
MAnda20.. Happy Military Spouse day and to all others who are military spouses. bless you all.
@ emcmom.. my son was there for his 3rd one. The unit he was in psoted updates on facebook. Perhaps your son's commander will do the same. , But I agree with the others.. check with the group that MuchTrouble gave you the link for. They are awesome. I found the group after my son got back.
May 6, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 7, 2011
cindyrb
Hi Denise,
What do you mean "let go". Why are they doing this? Just wondering.
May 10, 2011
ebigirl
May 10, 2011
Tobianne
yes I was told the same of the 40 and 7. My understanding is they are not disbanding the Seabee's in this unit, they will go to a different battalion.
Kayla is in the 40. She said something about 2013 though. Yes after she goes on her (now not sure where) deployment. Any one else have anyone in either battalion?
May 10, 2011
Tobianne
oddly enough, I was also told after she got there the CO asked if anyone wanted "out"! They would be given an honorable discharge.
Robin UTC- she is doing pretty well. She is not as fond of CA as she is MS! She will survive though. I said to her, this disbanding is a way possibly to get back to MS.... lol.
Thanks for asking. How is retirement going?
May 10, 2011
Kelleypen
May 10, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 11, 2011
NitaSewBee
May 11, 2011
NitaSewBee
May 11, 2011
NitaSewBee
May 11, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 11, 2011
ktssong
May 12, 2011
Tobianne
She did say that it is more like 1400-1500 Seabees in the 7 and 40. She is still scheduled for deployment at reg time, however there has been "talk" of earlier...so again, for what that is worth.
It is sad, I also worry about performance and such. As we all do. I know she busts her rear and works as hard as she can, but it is always in your mind.
Robin- I asked Kay about "Murder Boards" lol...she says "Momma I am not stupid, I know what is gonna happen, they are gonna try to frazzle me". She also thinks she is bullet proof.....
Yesterday, she got me and sort of laughed, she called, I was watching the baby did not hear the phone, so I called her back and she said was not available. She calls me later and say,"sorry I was wearing my battle rattle (hope that is right cant rem what she actually called it), so could not get my phone" I said "WHAT" lol......her sweet answer to her momma....."Momma could ya hollar at some military lingo please" !!!!!
I love my child, but I am a civilian, I am lucky to understand the kids at the grade school I work at, I guess I will become fluent in about 3 languages. 1 being my everyday English, 1 being military "Lingo" and the last scary child language.
What I can say about all of this, we are still on this roller coaster, before we had no contact (still the same for some or limited) now we have this, but still worry what will happen to our kids and husbands. The life of a Navy family, I am glad, but know it is much harder to be a military spouse. God love you ladies that have to deal with this as part of your marriage, moms deal with a lot, it is a deep in the heart ache, but wives have to concern themselves with future of family. That is my opinion, may God cover our loved ones and all us.
May 12, 2011
Tobianne
May 12, 2011
Kelleypen
My son is still deciding whether to cross-rate or get out. I just keep praying that he does what is best for him and his little family and has the wisdom and light to know what that is.
May 13, 2011
Tobianne
Kayla is coming up on year 1! lol
No she was saying BS too gossip. Someone is always saying something that they then say "nothing is for sure yet" which she was told later by her CO, this means it is gossip. He said to her that if it does not come from someone that actually knows something than never to believe it. I am guessing he meant someone of his stature (rank) and higher. That if a squad leader or PO says it to double check with him. lol sorry, was not meaning that this latest stuff is BS. She is aware of the things going on right now.
Robin- she was sort of being silly as I could not remember actually what is was called. She says I need a hand book. Where are you exactly at? She does pretty good at finding things out, she did say she met her Ombudsman and that she is really nice. I am not sure what info they exchange, or for that fact what info she is willing to give!! Most of her friends know how close the 2 of us are. Not that any of this will matter during deployment if they are not with her... lol
She is back at Camp Pendleton (SP? sorry) this weekend with another from the base. She has a good friend in the Marines stationed there. They went to the "Puppy Store" this is always a bad thing for her, she found a Corgi that looks just like her Murphy here at home. Both friends would not allow her to play with it. They both know she would end up sad about not having her doggie.
So, I just have to find a way to get to her in the next few weeks and bring her pooch.
May 14, 2011
Navy-Girlfriend32
May 19, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 21, 2011
Kelleypen
May 21, 2011
hismom
May 24, 2011
SeabeeWife20
Ladies,
Please pray for my husband and the other people in Okinawa right now. They have a Category 5 typhoon headed their way. It is supposed to weaken to a 2 after it hits the cooler waters, but they will be on lockdown starting tomorrow. My husband was told that the storm is supposed to be worst than most hurricanes that have hit the states, but not as bad as Katrina. I suppose there is good news in that bad news after all. They are hoping that things won't be as bad as they are saying.....but we just have to wait. What will be, will be! Hope you are all doing well :D
May 26, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 26, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 26, 2011
SeabeeWife20
May 27, 2011
SeabeeWife20
Finally heard from the hubby.....all is well. Power is still out but they will get it back up soon. He said all the street signs were blown off and lots of trees knocked down. The wind was crazy and was very loud against the windows.....the rain was coming through the tiny cracks of the buildings/windows. He said it was pretty cool and crazy at the same time. I feel much better now that I have heard his voice.....even though I had updates from the XO and Ombudsman.....it still just feels much better to actually hear from him. Goodnight ladies!
May 28, 2011
NitaSewBee
May 30, 2011
SeabeeWife20
Jean C...I found out my hubby knows your son. In fact, your son will possibly be on my hubby's Murder Board when he does his SCWS testing.....such a small world lol!
Nita-I only knew because my husband told me....I told him to keep it a secret next time so I didn't have to worry.
Robin-Thank you!
May 31, 2011
Joanie Tyler's Mom(133 Bees)
Jun 2, 2011
ronbri22
Jun 2, 2011