Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

Hi VintageGal have a Wonderful Evening and Happy new Year to you and Yours.

My girlfriend is making menudo. YUMMY! and Tamales for tomorrow evening cant wait. I still haven't been cooking although I di make a dinner last sat . cooked a Turkey and shredded it and made red chili out of it. Just made little one a DiGiorno  pizza self rising stuffed crust pepperoni. love my oven!

Boy you girls know how to celebrate, I never plan anything. I was born at 11:57 on New year's Eve so my family plans my birthday every year and it is never the same. Alot depends on the weather, snow storms can put a wrench in it all. Sometimes we go to my daughters cabin and party, other times my hubby books a room at a casino and we spend hours playing. We go dancing at other times and then if we have really bad weather my hubby cooks and even tried to bake me a cake, like I said he is a horrible cook but it is the thought so I just smile and try feeding most of it to the dogs. Most of the time even they won't eat it. Actually it is a treat to not have to plan and let everyone else take care of everything. Oh yeah they make me Pina colada frozen drinks with little umbrellas and pineapple slices, my favorite.

Katherine--I vote for the cake.  Sweet memories to bring in a sweer new year

Ok ladies help me!!!  My sailor called earlier and asked me to get him some K-cups for the Keurig on the ship. I seriously use an old fashion regular coffee pot. So...  someone recommend good ones?  Please?  I have French Vanilla coffee and French Vanilla creamer. So not sure what to get him. Told him I can send the individual creamers too...  favorite brands?  Best tastes?  Any suggestions appreciated

Phoenixmom ~ Happy New Year to you as well! The evening that you have planned with your friends sounds like a fun night! The dinner that you’re having for granddaughter’s birthday had my mouth watering!! My youngest son would LOVE that meal as would we all. He’s really into seafood! 

So I want to give an update and ask for prayer.  My son just called to say he is being sent to RCU.  Apparently he passed out and when they did tests they found a possible heart abnormality. It is not a heart murmur but they are doing additional tests in the next week.  Depending on the results he could continue on, get a waiver, or be sent home.  SUPER STRESSED. But it was so good to hear his voice.

NorthwoodsMom that sounds so sweet of your husband, and yes it is the thought that counts. My Benjamin loved cooking and I Loved his cooking, he was all about presentation, so I would come home and he would have made flowers out of the tomatoes and dress up the plate, I didn't know whether to eat it or take a picture. LOL! back in the day it was all about the cooking channel and he put a twist on all the recipes he stoled off them. LOL. for those that like to BBQ I have a recipe for you try it and tell me what you think. get some flap steak some pepper jack cheese, portebello mushrooms the big ones sliced .Pound the meat a little but don't tear it, in the middle you will put the cheese down along with the Mushrooms then you will begin to roll the meat and tie with butcher string. once cooked you will slice into medallions season it with Montreal steak seasoning. let me know how you like .

Imlaotvhe: I am so sorry!  Sending good thoughts and hugs to you and to your SR!  I am hoping the tests come back all clear!

You ladies are awesome!  I know he likes iced coffee so I am sure this will be a new experience lol

Imlaotvhe: - Prayers for your son!! It is hard to know but in the long run, if there is a medical issue, it is better to be aware of it than to not know anything. So, I am also praying for health, healing and the best outcome for him.

Katharine and & others, I enjoyed your stories - we are actually starting our New Year's celebrations tonight. My daughter came over from her apartment and we are going to play cards - Probably Nerts.

Good evening ladies!

Lmlaotvhe: I'm so sorry this has happened to your son, hopefully they can make a decision soon with the waiver option.  So stressful for him and his family.  Hugs and prayers for a quick resolution.

Shanny: Everyone in my office love the Dunkin k cups and also Coffee People k cups are really good. 

Love all the celebration ideas for New Years... I thought I had another day, man my week is so messed up!  Running to the store in the morning and hoping I can get all my ingredients!  Going to try to make crispy pork belly. My younger son was texting pics of the pork belly he made today and now I must up my game in our pork belly challenge!

All the best for a peaceful evening and a wonderful New Year celebration!  BIG Hugs Navy moms!

Shanny - Another option might be to go to Kuerig website and see about ordering directly and then shipping from there. I think you might be able to get a variety box.  It is more expensive, but might be easier than going to the store and then shipping. 

We usually buy large boxes from our wholesale store. My husband likes Folger's in general or strong dark roast, so I look for whatever is comparable. Recently, he was given some, so I haven't needed to buy anything. My husband doesn't like to spend more than $0.50 / cup and he actually prefers to find them cheaper in the $0.38/ cup. 

Unless you are wanting to gift - don't buy if more than $0.50 / cup - count exceeds dollars by double, is what my hubby says.  

DoriBry: Ha!  After 9 is cracking me up, these days once the sun goes down I'm ready to crash!  I'll just be up late because of New Years tradition and my bestie in town.  We might not sleep! :)  Look forward to arranging a meet up! 

On a side note:  It's so stinkin' hard not to use my name, my husband's name or my children's names when I'm writing! lol!  Kid 1, Kid 2 or Kid3 (Kid 1 is the one in BC right now).  OPSEC problems much! :)  Have a good night all!

Also, Shanny.... your son might be able to get the k-cups with a military discount.  Then you could just send him cash to get at a better price. 

chipmunk:  I have a Sam’s Club membership I could look next time I go...  I told him to check at the NEX and see if they have some because for me to ship it will take a while to get to him. He still doesn’t have an address and I can’t mail without one lol I went to the post office today to get my mail and the post master yelled through my mail box to come in and see her. She got in some FPO mailing boxes yesterday and wanted to give me some.  So I have been trying to figure out what I can send ASAP that he needs...  

Imlaotvhe-- I'm so sorry!! Did he have any issues ever before? I'm sure they will check into what was happening and you will hear soon (Although not soon enough for your momma heart!!)

warriorprotector-- DH= Dear Husband, DD= Dear Daughter, DS= Dear son, SR= Seaman Recruit, Sailor= sailor.  That can help make it easier to not use names. That or use their initials.

VintageGal -- I never thought that others wouldn't know what those meant.  I guess I'll have to remember and add it from time to time.

warriorprotector:  there is a place that is run and owned by disabled veterans that he is a huge fan of but if he wants theirs he will be paying over $1 per cup. A portion of all sales goes to a charity that works with disabled veterans.  They do their own roasting on site. I will tell him to try the NEX for now while I look for deals! 

Imlaotvhe - (((BIG HUGS))) Something similar to your son's situation happened to my son as well. I know that it's difficult, but try to be patient and wait for the test results. You're probably shaken and worried and want nothing more than to be there for your son. I pray that you find strength for yourself and him. You'll know soon. God bless.

belovesbyHim- never any issues before.  He was a 3 sport athlete and always active with no problems.  We have heart problems in the family when older but not at his age. 

Thank you everyone for the prayers.  I'm so glad to have other who understand this from a mother's point of view.

Imlaotvhe- So sorry to hear about your son. Prayers for everything to turn out ok. And I know it's hard not to worry but he is in good hands.

I know right? And you are very welcome!! Please keep us updated.

Have a good night.

Northwoodsmom- I love it. How sweet of your hubby!! We would go to a hotel too when I was younger. Now we don't travel on New Year's to many crazies out there so we mainly stay in. 

Love the birthday celebrations they have for you to.  :)

Happy Early Birthday!!!

Northwoodsmom- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!

Northwoodsmom-Happy Birthday!   Enjoy your day.

DoriBry - depending on what my day is like, I can be boring after 9 pm as well!! I hope you have an enjoyable day and evening either way you celebrate it. 

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lmlaotvhelmlaotvhe, BNMH to you.  Praying results all come out that nothing is wrong and he can continue!  

Northwoodsmom, Happy birthday!  

beloved, thanks for explaining.  All this time I've been wondering what DH, DD meant.  I thought they were initials!  Lol

Tonight we will be celebrating with just our three kids that are here.  Usually, it's just my husband and me, but the kids don't have other plans this year.  Making some simple appetizers and will be playing games.  It looks like our Christmas/birthday package got delivered to out Sailor last evening.  I asked him to face time us when he opens it.  So that might happen today, too!  

Everyone have a safe, healthy, and peaceful New Year!  Praying the coming year is better for everyone!  And that you can all look back on this last year and count the blessings that came out of it!  

Good Morning All, HAPPY NEW YEAR"S EVE! Hoping everyone's morning is starting off right with some good coffee/hot chocolate whichever is good for you. I start mine off with a coke! LOL!

Looks like we have a Birthday! Happy Birthday NorthWoodsMom! May your Evening be Special, and HAPPY NEW YEAR"S EVE to you!

Good Morning to all our Wonderful Admins here Hope you all stay safe and Have a Wonder Day and Evening as well! Happy New Year's Eve to you all!

I am so ready for a New Year, Just because of all the drastic happenings in my Life, 2019 and 2020 were horrible to my Family with everything that had happened to My Dearly Beloved Benjamin. Never did we think anything like this would of Happened. But the strength and the Courage/Hope/Love we all have for each other we pulled it together. We will never forget these trying times, but we are so now ready to conquer a New Beginning .

To My Benjamin, We will Hold you in our Heart My Love until we can hold you in Heaven once again!

Morning Prayer:

Thank You Father that You are a God of love Who is rich in mercy towards me that You send Your precious Son to die in my place and pay the price for my sins –I scarce can take in the enormity and wisdom of Your plan for my salvation and the mercy and grace that has made me free from the power of sin and death and imputed to me the righteousness of Your Beloved Son. There is nothing I can do.. except to thank You dear Father and pray that with my whole body, soul and spirit, I may glorify You in all I am and all I do, through the power of the Holy Spirit and to the praise of Your holy name. AMEN

Good Morning Ladies and welcome to all of our new moms, ShellyGC & Nathania

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  HAPPY BIRTHDAY NORTHWOODSMOM,

Have a wonderful day and a Happy New Year!!!

  Phoenixmom- Good Morning,

Thank you for the prayer and scripture!! Happy New Year and may you have a wonderful time tonight. Be safe out there!!

Cheers!!!

Morning everyone!!!  So the dog just took his basket full of toys and ran through the house with it. Toys flying out as he ran. I swear, he tries his hardest to make me have an internal battle of...  be angry and cry or laugh so hard I cry!

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NORTHWOODSMOM!!!  I hope you have an amazing day!!!

belovesbyHim- never any issues before.  He was a 3 sport athlete and always active with no problems.  We have heart problems in the family when older but not at his age. 

Thank you everyone for the prayers.  I'm so glad to have other who understand this from a mother's point of view.

Good Morning Ladies, Party Thank You.

Shanny, he just wants to play, How adorable!

Have a wonderful New Year's Eve everyone!

Happy Birthday Northwoodsmom!!

lmlaotvhe - prayers for your SR & you Momma.

NewMilMom I seen that Meme on facebook, that is a good one, I also saw this morning someone posted a Meme that said" 2020 Won" for 2021. Lol thought that was cute as well. Happy New Year's Eve!

Imlaotvhe I can't even imagine your worry not being able to ask questions of the doctor and know what the tests/results are as soon as they are available. I'm so sorry!! I'll keep good thoughts that you get some more info very soon!!

Years ago my SR had to do a physical for a county job, it wasn't at our regular Dr. but at the occupational center for he county. They told him he had a heart murmur. He had a sports physical for high school sports at our regular Dr. and she didn't say anything about it at that time. I freaked out a little bit and took him back to our regular Dr. who when she listened very closely 'thought' she 'might' have heard a small one. She said she could refer him to cardiology if we were worried about it but said it was likely an 'innocent' murmur that he would grow out of. A couple years later he was really sick, couldn't eat/drink from an intense sore throat that we figured was strep (test was negative) and the urgent care Dr. said he could hear it but attributed it to his not eating/drinking normally as even slight dehydration can cause a murmur. He has had physicals since and no one has mentioned it again.

Welcome to everyone who is joining!

Happy Birthday Northwoodsmom!

Shanny, is your weather bad where you are that your pup is feeling cooped up? I know when it is really rainy or windy my pup does his 'zoomies' through the house instead of the yard.

No New Years plans here. Just me, hubby and my menagerie to bring in the new year. We need to head to Costco today.....awful timing to run out of dog food.....so hopefully that doesn't take all day. JoAnn's is having a big sale on yarn so going to go stock up and make some hats. Oh, I made my DIL(daughter-in-law) and granddaughter matching hats, purple with a purple and black pompom on top. I got my granddaughter a  baby doll for her first birthday in February so I made the doll a matching hat as well yesterday. It turned out so cute!! 

About the  abbreviations....I was part of a SAHM (stay at home mom) group back when my boys were little that used them so I'm familiar with the common ones. It is tricky separating them from the Navy ones though, haha! I'm picking up on the Navy ok now. 

Hope everyone has a fun, peaceful, safe and happy new year. I'm sure we will be in bed before midnight although sometimes I stay up just so I don't have to be woken up by the fireworks. 

Shanny I'm laughing at your dog/toy story!  I never pick up our puppy's toys and put them in her basket unless I'm about to vacuum because she dumps them out as soon as she notices.  I usually vacuum in the morning, and that's her sleepy time.  So I try to do it stealthily so she isn't aware.  But the family room where her basket is is usually the last room I vacuum, so most of the time, they are dumped out already.  It just happened again this morning!  So your story especially made me laugh because I can relate!  

mom2blondies and Shanny, Shanny lives roughly 2 hours south of me, so I find myself looking at what weather she is getting when i see our weather report.  Lol  A couple days ago, we got about 6.5 inches of snow, but, Shanny, I don't know that you got that, did you?  You might have gotten freezing rain.  And tomorrow late morning we are supposed to be getting bad weather again.  We, up here north farther, may get snow or freezing rain.  But Shanny, I think you are getting freezing rain, right!  Anyway, it's a good day to stay in, for people or puppies!  

Well, now I need to start making the food for tonight for the hubby and kids!