Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

GREAT MORAL BOOSTER....I saw a post on here from someone who suggested we put xtra letters in our kids envelope for others whom are getting little or no mail.  I added a short one page inspirational letter for a boost for a lonesome/sad SR.  There are some whom don't have much support on the outside, so its a novel idea to send xtra letters.  Hope my son gives to someone in need.  If we all did this just twice a week, it would help a kid get thru this challenging time.  Please send a letter to anonymous SR today!

What I did was, buy a box of inspirational cards. Every time I send my son a letter, I send a couple of cards.

WaitingforJustin (and others), see the info on photos in Division T-Shirts, Graduation Photos, The Keel, and DVD of PIR. It should answer your questions.

Here is the link to the October 6, 2017 PIR group.

PIR: October 6, 2017

If you have a recruit in that PIR group please join the group. As of October 1st, there are changes to attending PIR that will impact you. The information for attending PIR prior to October 6th will be outdated.

nukemom, There is no longer a list as of Oct 6th. Everyone will be issued a ticket, and that ticket will have their name on it. No ticket no entry, not even on to the base. This starts with the Oct 6th PIR group. Those with PIR dates prior will still have their names on a list.

Trying to avoid confusion here.

If you have a PIR date prior to Oct 6th, everything remains the same. The changes do not impact your attending PIR.

If you have a PIR date of Oct 6th, or after, the new policies, changes, and rules will be in place.

So, I am confused. The Chapel is no longer used now for extra guests, or just after Oct. 6th.?

Cj, thanks for posting that.  I can't find my original form letter right now and I was starting to panic.  There isn't anything additional in that form letter that I need come August 25th is there? OK, do I need to start panicking again??

Need advice:  I think I read somewhere during these weeks that some moms recommended bringing a cushion with a back to PIR because the bleachers are uncomfortable for the extended time we need to be there.  So is that allowed on the base or if we bring it, then it's going to be confiscated?

Anyone know?

This specifically for friends who had sailors in past division 218.  Update on our sailor who had seizures after battlestations during the capping ceremony. His grandmother, Math Teacher gave me this update to share with you: pasting here:

He continues to be in the hospital at Northwestern. Now is diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis and autoimmune epilepsy. He will start chemo today after completing various other treatments.  We thank all of you caring folks for your thoughts and prayers. he doesn't have cancer, but I think the chemo will help the prob. he has.

Please private message me for more info. thank you!

Thanks for the update, NavyCousinThisTime.

soccermom19, there are some restrictions about what can be taken into the Visitors Center and the Drill Hall for PIR, but so far a stadium seat is not on the list of prohibited items, so it should be fine.

Last two Wednesday's have brought bad news (hospital stay, delay in graduating)...hoping for good news this Wednesday (back in training) or no news!  

flatbranchangus, Start with TSP (Thrift Savings Plan). I am only guessing, but that is probably the one he got information on.

They don't mention umbrellas as forbidden, although we've been to various venues that deny them. Does anyone know?

Librarianmom, thinking of you, hang in there.

Hang In there Librarianmom, Praying for good news for you and your Son. Stay Strong!

Counting Fridays, umbrellas are permitted when it is raining. Choose a small umbrella with a wrist band so that you can keep track of it in the bleachers if one is needed on the day of PIR.

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: August 18, 2017 TG 41 - 7 Divisions (251-256 & 941) 4 guests

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

PIR: September 8, 2017 TG 44  - 14 Divisions (277-286, 819-821 & 944) 3 guests

PIR: September 15, 2017 TG 45 - 11 Divisions (287-296 & 945) 4 guests

PIR: September 22, 2017 TG 46 - 7 Divisions (297-302 & 946) 4 guests

PIR: September 29, 2017 TG 47 - 9 Divisions (303-310 & 947) 4 guests

PIR: October 6, 2017 TG 48

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Check your mail today, or informed delivery. We are getting 2 letters today, one addressed to my husband, one to me. Can't wait to get home from work today! Hope you all receive a letter as well.

I also just learned that I'm getting a letter today!   Informed delivery email just posted.  Seems it is a letter from the Sandboxx (app) letter I sent her last week.  Best $3 I've spent!

Well got a good letter from my son yesterday. Said last phone call could have been an hour long, but was limited to 25 minutes because some in his division can't get the marching down. Hope they have got it together and we get a longer call this weekend. He said, keep your phone on you Mom, I will be calling again on Saturday! Did anyone hear about "hell week", he mentioned it to a friend in his letter, but nothing in our letter???? Making my list of questions to ask when he calls! Have a good Friday everyone!

Thanks everybody I cancelled the Days Inn after reading reviews and have now reserved Holiday Inn Express for September 28 and 29th.  They give a government rate of 109.00 per night.  Thanks! 

Librarianmom that is such awesome news! great to hear!

I am so glad to hear everyone has good news today. God is great! Keep up all the faithful praying.

How does a family find out if their SR, PIR date has been changed                       /

nova- You should receive a phone call from your recruit.

Nova, Your recruit is basically required to call you if there is a delay in training. This includes change in PIR date, moved to FIT etc.

If you haven't heard from your recruit that they are being moved, or their PIR date has changed all should be well. No new is good news!

Here are the current PIR groups:

PIR: August 25, 2017 TG 42 - 9 Divisions (257-264 & 942) 4 guests

PIR: September 1, 2017 TG 43 - 13 Divisions (265-276 & 943) 3 guests (This is Labor Day Weekend. If your recruit will be staying in GL for “A” School or training, s/he will also have Liberty on Monday. The holiday weekend will not affect those flying out.)

PIR: September 8, 2017 TG 44  - 14 Divisions (277-286, 819-821 & 944) 3 guests

PIR: September 15, 2017 TG 45 - 11 Divisions (287-296 & 945) 4 guests

PIR: September 22, 2017 TG 46 - 7 Divisions (297-302 & 946) 4 guests

PIR: September 29, 2017 TG 47 - 9 Divisions (303-310 & 947) 4 guests

PIR: October 6, 2017 TG 48

Click on the date of your recruit’s PIR and join the group to connect with others with loved ones training with your recruit.

Do all recruits have to wait until the first 3 weeks of basic training are done before they can write letters and call?

Zoey, most have holiday routine on the second Sunday that they are there. Some will not have it until the third Sunday if they arrived at the end of the week and were held over for others to arrive to fill the division. See Letter Writing & Fun Stuff/Questionnaires to send to your Recruit.