Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

We don't rent cars when travelling for several reasons.. every time I have gone to GL, (PIR and two other visits) I use Sarge's Taxi's.. He has several drivers and have never had any issues.. I use them mainly for airport back/forth.. short trips I use Uber. 

We also had Sarge's service drop us at the train station and we took the train into Chicago for the day.  Then while in Chicago we bought a one day bus pass - and the pass was free for our son, he just showed his military ID.  We were able to hop on & off the bus at various locations.  We also did a LOT of walking lol. And this was in December!

Melissa -- I think it's really personal preference.  We rented because we wanted to flexibility to go when and where we wanted.  We also have rarely even taken taxi's because of where we live/grew up.  They are not common in the suburbs/ semi-rural area we grew up in so it's just not our first thought.  I have since been on a couple of trips where Uber/taxi was the better option. For GL-- we rented.  That way when we were driving to the airport at 1 am we were not keeping some one else up late. That's our $.02

Happy Tuesday!

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WooHoo, We have a Sailor!!!!! Div 383!!!!!!

Cindi - Congratulations!! Bravo Zulu!!

Cindi - woohoo!  BZ!

Cindi - just to confirm - Division 383 shows an 11/4 PIR.  You already got the call?

woohoo Cindi..

Congratulations Cindi!

Congrats, Cindy!! And your sailor!!

Congratulations Cindy!!! Yay!!!!!

Cindi@FrostyAcres - Congratulations!!

Woo hoo!  Cindi@FrostyAcres - Congrats to you and your sailor!

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Reminder - NO Meet N Greet tomorrow (10/20) as Sarge is having surgery.

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I read the comments every day.  I am trying to remain positive and encouraging, not only to him but to myself.  He called the other day, failed again.  He is now only 50 seconds away from goal.  Completely doable.  Retest again today or tomorrow he said. This could be his last chance.  He is angry with himself, depressed that he has let me down along with those that have been sending him encouragement and believed in him.  He says he can see the finish line.  I said, if this indeed was his last chance and they separated him, that it was ok for him to come home.  He should be proud of what he has endured and accomplished.  He can come home, work on what he needs to and go back in 6 months.  He also sent his pictures home.  They came in the mail last night.  He has lost weight and looks so handsome, but he is missing his glasses.  Thank you for your continued thoughts, prayers, advice and well wishes.

Congrats to those that have sailors and those that have had PIR since I last commented.

JNMnavtmymomOH- I too have been praying for your son. He’s going to get the next time I just know it!!!! What a strong family you are. Please hang in there.BNMHs!!!!!

BZ to you and your new Sailor Cindy!

JNMnavymomOH - praying that his feet have wings!  And remind him if he doesn't pass this isn't a failure and it isn't the end of the world.  He can try again in 6 months.....but let's stay positive for now - he's got this!

JNMnavymom, praying Jesus takes a hold of his right hand and pulls him across that finish line with seconds to spare. He sure is a inspiration and I would definitely fight to have him on my team.

JNMnavymomOH - Thank you for the update!  We are praying for you and your son.  It is *not* a failure if he leaves and returns in 6 months ...  BUT I am praying for an amazing victory in his next run!  What a story he will have to tell when he gets to the other side!  Big hugs to you!!!!

JNMnavymomOH - I am just now getting to my messages here. My prayers are being joined with the others!!

Me too, JNMnavymomOH! Praying like crazy for you all during this time. It is so amazing how he has stuck with it. That is the kind of kid I want teaching my kids some day, in whatever he does, because he understands what it feels like to have to work so hard and will be such an encourager. 

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JNMnavymomOH - Prayers your son flies on Eagles wings for his next test. 

I got the call!  Proud mom of a sailor, Division 389.  He said his whole division passed!

JNMnavymomOH- prayers for your son, you and your family!  Stay strong!

Amouse, congratulations so very happy for you and your Sailor. Safe travels and give that Sailor a hug from us!

Amouse - congratulations to you and your sailor!

BNMHs and BZs to you and yours Amouse...

Amouse - WooHoo!! congratulations to your new sailor!! 

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JNMnavymomOH -- Praying from here as well!  Lots of stuff keeping me offline but I read it daily and have thought of you all often!

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ATTENTION ON DECK  WE HAVE A SAILOR!!!
Congratulations to Amouse  and her sailor on a job well done!! BZ!!

Happy RED Friday and congratulations to all of our new sailors!!

Junebugg - I am not seeing your comment. 

junebugg - Congratulations to you and your sailor!

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