Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

I had planned to get on this morning and post a Merry Christmas and a message, but family time started sooner than I expected and we stayed busy all day long. 

My sailor was not able to be home with me this year, because he & his wife chose other plans for their Christmas leave, but I have had to learn flexibility with that. And even more than my sailor not being here, I have had to be content with my grandbaby not being here as well. 

I hope those that had a chance for Adopt - a - Sailor were able to do so and those who are waiting for letters and phone calls know that you are not alone - We have all been there before. 

Good Morning everyone!!  I hope those who were able to participate in the Adopt-a-Sailor program had a wonderful time. 

Remember, "No News is Good News!"

Good Morning and Happy Wednesday!  I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas.  We had a great time with B&C and I finally get to share that I'm going to be a gramma!  Baby Oliver coming in May!!!! We are so excited ;-D

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B'sNukeMoM -- Congratulations!!! May everyone be blessed for knowing baby Oliver and may mom and baby be safely delivered!

B'sNukeMom - Congratulations!!!  Being a grandma is the best, even when we have to do it long distance!

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Happy New Year's Eve Eve!

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Happy New Year Boot Camp Moms!! May 2023 bring lots of Sailor time and a year of Health and Safety for all of you and your loved ones!!

For any of our boot camp moms who didn't see this, this was posted on the RTC Facebook page:

On the twelfth day of Christmas RTC gave to me...

Twelve Ships a training

Eleven General Orders

Ten weeks of training

Nine recruits sweating

Eight hours of sleep

Seven recruits a swimming

Six lines a mooring

Five different uniforms

Four hours of watch

Three RDCs

Two PFAs

and a Graduation Ceremony

Happy New Year Everyone!!

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Happy New Year everyone!  Asking for you all to say a little prayer for my son - he had his MRI on Friday and is scheduled to meet with the doctor tomorrow for results and to find out if he'll be cleared to return to training. Fingers crossed he'll get put into a new division!

Tootie - praying for the best results possible!

REMINDER FROM THE US NAVY RECRUIT TRAINING COMMAND FACEBOOK PAGE:

Everyone who is planning on attending a graduation ceremony MUST personally obtain a ticket, which will be distributed at the Recruit Family Welcome Center the week of your recruit's graduation. Tickets are free of charge, but you must have valid photo ID to obtain your ticket (driver's license, state ID, military ID, passport, or, for minors, a student ID, driver's permit, SSN card, birth certificate,).

WELCOME CENTER ADDRESS/GPS: Navy Exchange (NEX) Burkey Mall, 2650 Green Bay Road North Chicago, IL 60088 (Do NOT use generic terms such as NEX, Recruit Training Command or Naval Station Great Lakes).

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Here is my discussion on the Sandboxx App - click on the link:

Sandboxx app while in BC

**Only to be used while in boot camp.

Here's a video posted online (6/13/22) that shows the 10 weeks of boot camp:

What US Navy Recruits Go Through

And if you are interested in seeing what happens during the "Confidence Chamber" aka gas chamber here is a video link:

Boot Camp Gas Chamber

Be sure to RSVP for Sarge's Meet N Greet.  It's held on the Thursday night before PIR.  Here's the link:  

Sarge's Meet N Greet

Tootie - Prayers coming your way today! Hope the MRI shows positive results.

Tootie... Hugs and Hope for good news..

Tootie - Thoughts and prayers for your SR! Hopeful for a positive outcome!

B'sNukeMom - Your meme made me laugh!!

Tootsie, holding the situation up in prayer, He knows the desires of your heart!  Hold in there girl, you got this!

Tootie-- Absolutely!!!

B's -- I'm feeling your Meme!!! All day yesterday I kept thinking it was Tuesday only to find out that NO... Today is Tuesday!

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Hi Jasmyne.. welcome.. I remember the feeling very well. We saved the clip off of youtube of his swearing in.. and I think they are still doing it.. 

Welcome Jasmyne!  If you scroll down a page or 2 you'll see a bunch of things I posted that should be helpful. 

One thing that is important is to talk to your SR about whether or not they would want to be notified of any family emergencies at home while s/he is at boot camp.  Some choose to wait so as not to disrupt their training.  But again, good to discuss before hand.

Feel free to ask any questions you may have.  Someone should be able to answer for you!

Welcome Jasmyne! It is an exciting time. I wish your recruit - and all of you - the best boot camp experience!

Jasmyne - Welcome to the BC Mom and loved ones group! We are so glad you have joined us. Like B'sNukeMom said, feel free to ask questions, to just come share your day, your emotions that is what we are here for. To offer you support and encouragement. 

Tootie - Just checking in on your SR. I don't know if you were able to hear from him or not?

Chipmunk - Thank you for asking.  I just received a call from him and sadly, the MRI showed an additional fracture of the tibia.  He was given the choice to stay in RCU for (at least) three more months or to medically separate.  He has decided to come home and heal and return in 6 months.  Needless to say, he is heartbroken and my heart breaks for him, but I think he is making the right decision. I told him that he has a unique opportunity now that he's already experienced BC, to make a truly informed decision about whether or not this is the right path for him - not everyone gets that opportunity.   I am so grateful for this group and your encouragement and prayers - thank you all!

Tootie - thank you for the update!! Wow, that can be a tough call, stay in and let the Navy pay for your healing but not be able to do much or come home.  In the end, your son has to do what's best for him not just physically but mentally & emotionally as well. We all hope the best for him. 

You have a good point, he can have the opportunity to decide if returning for BC is really what he wants to do. No matter, we are always proud of anyone that is willing to serve. 

I know you may not always follow what is going on in the group, but if you stick around, your insight into RCU and those struggles can be helpful to others, so always feel free to post and share. You are still a part of this community. Please keep us posted. 

Tootie - I'm sad to hear your news, but it sounds like your son is making a wise decision. I imagine staying in BC but not being able to participate can be awfully lonely. At least he'll be with family and will have some time to figure out his next steps. We're all supporting him - and you - in this journey!

Tootsie I am holding your son and your family up in prayer. He will heal faster when he is surrounded by his loving family. Timing is everything and if this is truly his hearts desire he will pursue his dream. It took my son 7 years so don't  let this bring him down. My son started at 18 and didn't become a Sailor until her turned 26. He loves what he is doing now!

Miakoda5876 - Welcome Aboard!! We are glad you have joined us, be sure to come to the Comment Wall here and say hello to everyone and share where you are at in your Navy Mom journey. 

Tootie - I am sorry to hear about your sons injury.  The good news is he should be able to re-enlist.  Get him home, get him healed, love on him and then he can do this again!  The 6 months will go by fast and before you know you'll be back here again and we'll be cheering you both on.  Hang in there momma and tell him to stay strong and we'll be waiting for him!

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Good Morning Everyone!!

Here is the latest info from our members on PIR Weekend Experiences - Post Covid from our discussion above. 

Family Brochure - RTC 2023 - This is their newest available online. 

RTC PIR living streaming - RTC Bootcamp Grad - YouTube