S not about power or who can say what. Nothing has come from the ship that is offical. Everything said onboard is talk. Yes the ombudsman do get this. Kind of information for families, and when the command puts offical word out they have it.
Good morning, I have been watching all your happy excited post about TC and homecoming and I must admit, I am a little jealous. I spoke with Jake about me and Dad coming to homecoming and he said, "I dont think it necessary, I have only been out here a month, not the same for me as these guys who have been out here so long. I will have some liberty soon to come home. You dont need to waste the money, maybe you can come to the next one." I am not sure if he means it, if he will wish we came when he sees everyone else reuniting or if he is just being practical. I kind of want to go and surprise him, but his best buddy is from Norfolk so he might have plans when they there that I dont want to ruin. Thoughts?
Although it isn't over yet, I would like to thank all of you for helping me survive my first deployment!! Joro, I agree with everyone else, you've been a HUGE help to me. Thank you! If only I had powers so I could forward time...I wanna see my sailor! Lol
ckmom, I did get to see him in December, he was home for about 2 weeks and left Dec. 20th for Africa then flew to his ship. I really dont have any way of getting a hold of his buddies, he has only known them since boot and I have not had the opportunity to meet them. I would be flying from Las Vegas, so it is pretty pricey, but that is not an issue, the most important thing is for me to give him the support he needs in his first year of the Navy. I, of course, would love to see him but I also dont want to smother him (which I have been known to do) as I feel he is trying to grow as a man.
I'm new to this group, but would like to express my thanks to Joro for the info she has provided. It has helped me to understand what occurs with our sailors and the "lingo" (I'm prior Air Force and things are a bit different...please no tossing of tomatos lol). I will be at the Night B4 event, and am staying at the LaQuinta, looking forward to see you folks and even more to seeing my son, it's been a long time.
@jakesmom, Your son sounds like my son, I wanted to go and see him when he was at Pennsacola to see his graduation from A school and then I wanted to see him at Jacksonville when he graduated from C school.. Oh but he didn't want me said it wasn't nessary not that big of a deal and I should save my money. lol
I wanted to go on the TC but he said NO again that it smells and a lot of paper work. lol So I was ok with it because he said it would be better that after the homecoming he would show us the ship and where his shop is and ect.
But now he got 1st leave so now we will be leaving ASAP for home.
I won't be seeing the ship inside just outside. You know all he wants right now is to get off that ship and see us waiting for him. SOOOO homesick!! Said we will be driving straight home no staying over. We have 1000 miles to drive home after we see him. Can't wait to visit with him all the way home because I know wants he is home I wont see him. Will be out with his friends. LOL
So your son may not say he really wants you there but deap down he may want you there.
I can't wait to see my son he has been gone for ten months and before than he was in Japan for 18months. I miss him so and I am so proud of him . Yes I will be there when the Bataan returns. God Bless All of Our Men and Women..
Is my sailor the only one who knows what bus? I do plan on going to the night before party so I can get the assignment there? I have no idea where I am going since we were not there when the Bataan left. She(my girl) was air lifted later on so we are kind of working blind with the return. Any help would be appreciated.
Hi, I'm new to the group--and I am as excited as everyone else seems to be about the homecoming! I know we are all stressed out now, but think of how great it'll be!
I am so envious of all of you that are able to meet your Sailors as they dock! We are unable to be there because of Norfolk being so far away, bad weather possibilities and cost.. Our sailor has asked us not to come because all he wants to do is get on the van and get back to his quarters in DC, and drive his own car again ! Sounds like a man doesn't it ? I just am feeling little down and and all I can do is picture is him standing all alone with no one to ''hug". I have been advised by a very kind, knowing, and thoughtful soul on this site (yes, you know who you are), is that they hold off the Sailors that are not greeting anyone, as then they can avoid all of the commotion with family and friends who are waiting. Just share some photos of them "Manning The Rails" with me please, after you have had time to enjoy your reunions, even if it is 6 months from now. We will see our Sailor some time April. So it will be okay, it has been 17 months since we have seen him. How my mother stood not seeing my father for 4 years during WW II, with no communication is beyond my wildest thoughts!! Thank heavens for computers, better phone service and Face Book photos!!! Have a wonderful time... I will be thinking of all of you!!!
I second that Sailor's Mom, My son has asked that we dont come either but for different reasons, he has only been aboard since December 20th. I am glad to hear he wont be standing there hugless and I too would love to see some pics in the future.
I know how you gals feel, i won't be at the homecoming, he is coming straight home after arriving so i will see him soon. It still makes me a little sad knowing there won't be anyone there to greet him. Its been almost 14 months since we seen him, and i can't wait!!!!!!
I hope you ladies have a safe and wonderful time, I sure am glad we had each other through this deployment. Thank You All!!
If I could I would hug every one of those Sailors and Marines, I am going on the cruse and believe-you-me there is defiantly going to be some hugging and shaking hands and patting the backs of our fine men and woman. I only wish I could hug every one of them and tell them all how much they a loved even by complete strangers. God bless them all.
My son is in the mess hall "cranking" his name is chandler. If anyone wants his last name just to say hi to him send me,a message. I will be there when they return staying at Marriott waterside downtown
pastordrakeford@hotmail.com could someone please email me information on the USS Bataan Ship. I'm confuse on when the ship will return . I have plans on leaving Feb 3, 2012. I don't want to miss when they come home. My son is not for sure.
Great articles--when you read how long its been in print, it really makes you stop and think about how much time has really passed. I'm just still stunned to realize it really has been alomost a whole year since they've been gone.
If anyone has a "hug request" e-mail me and I will do my best to track your son or daughter down, I know there are like a million people on that ship but I'm pretty persistent, ( my family says I'm a snapping turtle . . . . ."I don't let go till it thunders" ) anyway I WILL do my best.
so far I have Chandler, Curtis and CJ . . . lots of love to all
I know they said at the FRG meeting in Dec, that once we were seven days out, the return date wasn't a secret anymore, and it would end up being announced on the news. I think the time and pier number as well as tiger cruise are probably still not public information - if you have that information. I'm not 100% sure about that, though.
Got a call. Lost him when they turned about but he was in great spirits! Havent heard from him for a bit, says he was leaving the phones and internet for those with wives and kids at home who had been gone much longer than he. Love this guy!! I am excited for all of you getting to see your sailors soon. This is not my turn, but it will come.
got a call from my son while getting my nails done. I was so surprise to see his name come across my cell phone. I shouted omg it's Curtis open my phone, of course my nails just got done with the 1st. coat, and I still have an antique phone. lol This was the 1st time I heard his voice since he left in March. I was on Cloud 9 the rest of the day!! :-)) Getting ready for Homecoming, got the sign done, got my nails done,got the car serviced for the long drive, got his room all ready for him to have a good night sleep in a nice cozy bed. Leaving Sunday for Norfolk, can't wait!!
Those that are traveling safe travels to you and have a BLAST seeing your Sailor! Prayers will be going out for safe travels to all!!
Ladies be careful on your trip, I'm so excited for all of you, my time will be Wednesday.
I have been like a mother hen,getting everything prepared for my son, got new pillows and a foam mattress to go over his, i want him to be comfortable when he gets home.
ckmom
how do I reply for the night before party. I'm having troubles.
Thanks
Jan 28, 2012
sportsmom
Jan 29, 2012
jakesmom USS Bataan
Good morning, I have been watching all your happy excited post about TC and homecoming and I must admit, I am a little jealous. I spoke with Jake about me and Dad coming to homecoming and he said, "I dont think it necessary, I have only been out here a month, not the same for me as these guys who have been out here so long. I will have some liberty soon to come home. You dont need to waste the money, maybe you can come to the next one." I am not sure if he means it, if he will wish we came when he sees everyone else reuniting or if he is just being practical. I kind of want to go and surprise him, but his best buddy is from Norfolk so he might have plans when they there that I dont want to ruin. Thoughts?
Jan 29, 2012
Crystal
Although it isn't over yet, I would like to thank all of you for helping me survive my first deployment!! Joro, I agree with everyone else, you've been a HUGE help to me. Thank you! If only I had powers so I could forward time...I wanna see my sailor! Lol
Jan 29, 2012
milwife2
Absolutely! Although the time left isn't long compared to what we've already done - it feels like forever.
Jan 29, 2012
jakesmom USS Bataan
ckmom, I did get to see him in December, he was home for about 2 weeks and left Dec. 20th for Africa then flew to his ship. I really dont have any way of getting a hold of his buddies, he has only known them since boot and I have not had the opportunity to meet them. I would be flying from Las Vegas, so it is pretty pricey, but that is not an issue, the most important thing is for me to give him the support he needs in his first year of the Navy. I, of course, would love to see him but I also dont want to smother him (which I have been known to do) as I feel he is trying to grow as a man.
Jan 29, 2012
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I'm new to this group, but would like to express my thanks to Joro for the info she has provided. It has helped me to understand what occurs with our sailors and the "lingo" (I'm prior Air Force and things are a bit different...please no tossing of tomatos lol). I will be at the Night B4 event, and am staying at the LaQuinta, looking forward to see you folks and even more to seeing my son, it's been a long time.
Jan 29, 2012
ckmom
@jakesmom, Your son sounds like my son, I wanted to go and see him when he was at Pennsacola to see his graduation from A school and then I wanted to see him at Jacksonville when he graduated from C school.. Oh but he didn't want me said it wasn't nessary not that big of a deal and I should save my money. lol
I wanted to go on the TC but he said NO again that it smells and a lot of paper work. lol So I was ok with it because he said it would be better that after the homecoming he would show us the ship and where his shop is and ect.
But now he got 1st leave so now we will be leaving ASAP for home.
I won't be seeing the ship inside just outside. You know all he wants right now is to get off that ship and see us waiting for him. SOOOO homesick!! Said we will be driving straight home no staying over. We have 1000 miles to drive home after we see him. Can't wait to visit with him all the way home because I know wants he is home I wont see him. Will be out with his friends. LOL
So your son may not say he really wants you there but deap down he may want you there.
Jan 29, 2012
Lynne
Is there any information where to go to meet them for the home coming? My first time.
Jan 30, 2012
Kathy Dee
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=65008
Thought some of you might want to see this article about the Bataan and its recent travels.
Kathy Dee
Jan 30, 2012
rubygarr
I can't wait to see my son he has been gone for ten months and before than he was in Japan for 18months. I miss him so and I am so proud of him . Yes I will be there when the Bataan returns. God Bless All of Our Men and Women..
Jan 30, 2012
Whodamom
Oh yeah. I already have a goodie box for his trip to NY. Gum, almonds, pistachio nuts. Bus assignment is official for husband and uncle.
Jan 31, 2012
Terri-Dustin's Proud Mom-IC
Jan 31, 2012
Whodamom
It is definitely going to be one heck of a line of buses.
Jan 31, 2012
Kathy Dee
Is my sailor the only one who knows what bus? I do plan on going to the night before party so I can get the assignment there? I have no idea where I am going since we were not there when the Bataan left. She(my girl) was air lifted later on so we are kind of working blind with the return. Any help would be appreciated.
Kathy dee
Jan 31, 2012
Whodamom
I thought these bus assignments were for the TC. Help.
Jan 31, 2012
Kathy Dee
ok. so if we are not going on the Tiger Cruise - then I do not need a bus assignment?
Sorry to be so dense but not clear on this at all.
Kathy Dee
Jan 31, 2012
Kathy Dee
ok thanks so much. will touch base with the Ombudsman since I did not get an email and I am supposedly on that list.
Have a nice evening everyone.
Kathy Dee
Jan 31, 2012
Whodamom
Ombudsman will tell you to check with your sailor. That is what happened to me yesterday.
Jan 31, 2012
Matt'smom
Hi, I'm new to the group--and I am as excited as everyone else seems to be about the homecoming! I know we are all stressed out now, but think of how great it'll be!
Jan 31, 2012
ckmom
Kathy Dee what hotel are you staying at?
Jan 31, 2012
Sailor's Mom
I am so envious of all of you that are able to meet your Sailors as they dock! We are unable to be there because of Norfolk being so far away, bad weather possibilities and cost.. Our sailor has asked us not to come because all he wants to do is get on the van and get back to his quarters in DC, and drive his own car again ! Sounds like a man doesn't it ? I just am feeling little down and and all I can do is picture is him standing all alone with no one to ''hug". I have been advised by a very kind, knowing, and thoughtful soul on this site (yes, you know who you are), is that they hold off the Sailors that are not greeting anyone, as then they can avoid all of the commotion with family and friends who are waiting. Just share some photos of them "Manning The Rails" with me please, after you have had time to enjoy your reunions, even if it is 6 months from now. We will see our Sailor some time April. So it will be okay, it has been 17 months since we have seen him. How my mother stood not seeing my father for 4 years during WW II, with no communication is beyond my wildest thoughts!! Thank heavens for computers, better phone service and Face Book photos!!! Have a wonderful time... I will be thinking of all of you!!!
Take care, stay safe and God Bless!!
Jan 31, 2012
jakesmom USS Bataan
I second that Sailor's Mom, My son has asked that we dont come either but for different reasons, he has only been aboard since December 20th. I am glad to hear he wont be standing there hugless and I too would love to see some pics in the future.
Jan 31, 2012
siscarrie
I hope you ladies have a safe and wonderful time, I sure am glad we had each other through this deployment. Thank You All!!
Jan 31, 2012
joanne ko
If I could I would hug every one of those Sailors and Marines, I am going on the cruse and believe-you-me there is defiantly going to be some hugging and shaking hands and patting the backs of our fine men and woman. I only wish I could hug every one of them and tell them all how much they a loved even by complete strangers. God bless them all.
Feb 1, 2012
ckmom
joanne If you see my son make sure you give him hug from me!! You know our last name, first name Curtis.
Did you say the rest of the family staying @ Hampton Inn?
I'm going to message you.
Feb 1, 2012
Whodamom
@JCKV"SMOM What google alert about the marines? Are they in port yet? I turned son's phone on yesterday wonder when he will be able to use it.
Feb 1, 2012
chandlersmom
Feb 1, 2012
rubygarr
pastordrakeford@hotmail.com could someone please email me information on the USS Bataan Ship. I'm confuse on when the ship will return . I have plans on leaving Feb 3, 2012. I don't want to miss when they come home. My son is not for sure.
Thank You!
Feb 1, 2012
Whodamom
@chandlersmom My son is also mess hall cranking. His name is Charles (CJ). Maybe they know each other.
Feb 1, 2012
rubygarr
Sandre AM Mom, THANK YOU SO MUCH! the web site was helpful!
Feb 1, 2012
siscarrie
Thanks for the sites ladies!!!
Feb 1, 2012
Matt'smom
Great articles--when you read how long its been in print, it really makes you stop and think about how much time has really passed. I'm just still stunned to realize it really has been alomost a whole year since they've been gone.
Feb 1, 2012
joanne ko
If anyone has a "hug request" e-mail me and I will do my best to track your son or daughter down, I know there are like a million people on that ship but I'm pretty persistent, ( my family says I'm a snapping turtle . . . . ."I don't let go till it thunders" ) anyway I WILL do my best.
so far I have Chandler, Curtis and CJ . . . lots of love to all
Feb 1, 2012
ckmom
Thanks joanne, if you see a big yellow sign somewhat in a shape like Mo. that will be me. lol Finished the sign tonight that's why I'm still up.
good night all!
Feb 2, 2012
milwife2
I know they said at the FRG meeting in Dec, that once we were seven days out, the return date wasn't a secret anymore, and it would end up being announced on the news. I think the time and pier number as well as tiger cruise are probably still not public information - if you have that information. I'm not 100% sure about that, though.
Feb 2, 2012
chandlersmom
Feb 2, 2012
chandlersmom
Feb 2, 2012
chandlersmom
Feb 2, 2012
Matt'smom
Sandra--what list are you talking about?
Feb 2, 2012
Matt'smom
Got it thanks! No tiger cruise for us--have fun those who are going!
Feb 2, 2012
jakesmom USS Bataan
Got a call. Lost him when they turned about but he was in great spirits! Havent heard from him for a bit, says he was leaving the phones and internet for those with wives and kids at home who had been gone much longer than he. Love this guy!! I am excited for all of you getting to see your sailors soon. This is not my turn, but it will come.
Feb 3, 2012
chandlersmom
Feb 3, 2012
siscarrie
Will the local news be there to report them coming back? I would love to see it, since i won't be there. If so, what is the news channel website?
Feb 3, 2012
siscarrie
I know my son is coming home the day after their return, but i'm pretty sure he would love a hug from someone!!!!
Feb 3, 2012
ckmom
got a call from my son while getting my nails done. I was so surprise to see his name come across my cell phone. I shouted omg it's Curtis open my phone, of course my nails just got done with the 1st. coat, and I still have an antique phone. lol This was the 1st time I heard his voice since he left in March. I was on Cloud 9 the rest of the day!! :-)) Getting ready for Homecoming, got the sign done, got my nails done,got the car serviced for the long drive, got his room all ready for him to have a good night sleep in a nice cozy bed. Leaving Sunday for Norfolk, can't wait!!
Those that are traveling safe travels to you and have a BLAST seeing your Sailor! Prayers will be going out for safe travels to all!!
Feb 4, 2012
Terri-Dustin's Proud Mom-IC
Feb 4, 2012
Janice
Heading to NC today. Son is getting of ship with Marines. So anxious to see him. Safe travels to all.
Feb 4, 2012
siscarrie
Ladies be careful on your trip, I'm so excited for all of you, my time will be Wednesday.
I have been like a mother hen,getting everything prepared for my son, got new pillows and a foam mattress to go over his, i want him to be comfortable when he gets home.
Feb 4, 2012
siscarrie
@mirca, thank you so much !! I would love to have some video
Feb 4, 2012