Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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Rolo's Mom-- Are you feeling better today?  Yes, that first phone call home can be... Ooof!! ALL. THE. FEELS!!!  I Promise your SR is going to be ok and so will you!!  The next phone call should be MUCH better!!  It was a Running Joke in our home that "The Beatings will Continue until Morale Improves" (no I didn't hit my kids!) My Sailor said that having that mindset that even when it was tough, It was all a Head game and to just buckle down and do his best with what it was, helped him to deal with not taking the yelling personally, Not giving in to the Homesickenss (Although he claimed to want to leave more than I think he actually did... He'd never been gone from home for more than a week and that was just a couple of times... 6th grade outdoor Ed and Boy Scout Camp once, and Dad was at Scout camp for all but 2 days!).  He did say that once they got going on the "Real" stuff and not just learning to march, salute, and fold laundry the right way, It got so much better! He actually enjoyed BS21 and wished they had done it more.

I know that missing them feels overwhelming at times, but again, I promise when you look back at this time, it will feel so short!!

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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@belovedbyHim…yes!  I just wanted to give him a hug!  He was upset 😢. But I know he’ll be ok. It’s the being cut off from us is the issue. I told him it won’t last forever and that he needs to continue to push through. Sweet boy. His dad said he was sick for a week after getting all the “special” shots. I’m sure that didn’t help matters. We booked our lodging last night so that’s exciting!!!!  

Hey Rolo'sMom.. yea, all those shots really don't help, immune system is freaking out, stress, etc.. First calls are rough, later calls usually get better.. lots of letters.. I loved making reservations but for us it was a great thing we used points and navy friendly hotels because we had a two week change.. Navy Moms are limber in many ways..

Rolo's Mom -- Yeah, the "Ricky Crud" is AWFUL!!! They are exposed to all these "Foreign germs", Then they get a full set of Immunizations (Because, Why not add this to the stress of the first weeks?) plus the "Peanut Butter" shot (Penicillin).  On top of all the Illnesses their body is trying to fight off, they are also put in the MOST stressful position they have ever been in, in their LIVES! Add in having NO support from those they love (They do but you can't reach them to give them a hug or a nap or a Tylenol!), just getting yelled at and told that everything they are doing is WRONG and it's no wonder that the first call home is rough!!  I promise it does get better and MOST of them get through this but it's hard on us mom's back here at home.

We understand.  We have been there and survived this too.  We are here for you and have a listening ear.  You are not wrong to be feeling all the feels but turn that to good.  Write tons of encouraging letters. Rally your friends and family to write! Make plans to see your sailor and share those with them to give them hope and confidence that they can do this!! 
Come here to cry and Vent and then Pull up Your Big Girl Navy Panties and move forward!!

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There has been an update to the 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 and 10/10 PIR.  They are allowing 6 guests to each of these PIR's.

WOW!!! 6 Guests!!! This is AWESOME!!!  The Normal was 3 or 4!!

Happy Thursday and Happy PIR Day!

Watch today's PIR live:

LIVE PIR AUGUST 8, 2024

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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Welcome to all of our new members!!

I have been busy with a lot of family stuff, and I haven't had a chance to stop by your profile pages and add my personal greeting. This group page is the best place to say hello and introduce yourself. Come post here in the comment wall and more of our members will see your message. We have lots of Navy Moms who have been where you are, willing to answer your questions, empathize with you through this roller coaster of a ride through BC. 

So, come share and say hello, the more you post, the more we reply. 

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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@B’sNukeMom…ADORABLE!!  That’s such an awesome age!

Rolo's Mom - it sure is - he's just so much fun right now!  And he has the best little personality ;D

B'sNukeMom - Happy Belated Birthday to your grandson! I know you are just itching to see him soon!!

Good Morning Everyone!! 

I just realized that today is PIR!! I still can't get used to this being on Thursday. Congratulations to all of our new sailors and their families!

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Happy Thursday and Happy PIR Day!

Watch today's PIR live:

LIVE PIR 8.15.24

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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Thank you Chipmunk!  I'm so looking forward to our visit at the end of the month.  Do you have plans to see Baby P any time soon?

We are hopeful to see Baby P again soon!! 

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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Ooookay…phone call #2 was soooo much better than #1!!!  He sounded great and said he and his peeps are all doing better. He’s still sick, but pushing through. YAY!  He’s happy to be learning cool stuff…fire fighting, firearms, etc. I am THRILLED he’s doing better. ❤️

Rolo's Mom - That is great news! 

Yea!  Phone calls are the best!  They almost always are doing much better by that 2nd call.  They also almost all have the "Ricky crud"  it's not going to kill them but remind them that if they truly feel unwell it's OK to go to sick call if they need help.  

Rolo's Mom - yay for phone calls!

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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Bootcamp Moms -- Please note that Starting Aug 29 Recruits will be allowed a Maximum of 4 Guests.  Those who had previously authorized a higher number will be honored.  If you are unsure and you have PIR coming up soon, Please be sure to Confirm with your SR who they have on the list!!

Rolo's Mom -  Congratulations!  I know your mom's heart is so happy now that you know your SR is doing better!  Before long, you will be able to give him a giant hug!  I'm so happy to hear that the last phone call was so encouraging!

Good morning!  Thank you everyone for the kind notes of support!  You all are awesome!!!!!

Happy Wednesday!

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PIR: OCTOBER 2024

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B's... I LOVE this Picture!!! I snorted water out my nose when I saw it!!

Happy Thursday and Happy PIR Day!

Watch today's PIR live:

LIVE PIR AUGUST 22, 2024