I am so happy for you Chryllyn! I am sad because my sailor told me that he won't be home for Christmas because of his A school, then he goes to Groton for sub school. I hope to have a nice surprise like you did though!
I am trying to stay positive, but it is hard. I think I am in denial that he won't be home because I cannot bring myself to mail him a package for Christmas. I need to get on that though so he has something!
My son just past Battle Station and called to let me know that he is a Navy Sailor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so proud of him and all the Sailors that made it and the one Recruit who didn't. Please pray for the one who didn't make it that he/she will make it the next go round. My son will fly home with us 12/23 and leave here 12/27 for Meridian. Thanks so much for your support during this journey.
Hello My son arrived at Meridian on December 8 they will find out today if they get green dot so they can have a little more freedom. He also called and said that he will be home for Christams just for 6 days but I will take any he can have. He is training for Logisical Specialist. look forward to hearing more about the school and base. Hope all have a merry Christmas. Debbie
@ nursemom my husband is also going to school for ls... he got there on the 7th..... from what my husband said he'll be able to go out off the base now that he has more freedom...
Cheryllnn-proud mom of a sailor, thank you so much, I should be packing but we are not flying until 7pm tomorrow evening. I made certain that my daughter and daughter in law were packed and ready.....................If I don't get the opportunity to get back on line before Christmas as we are flying back home late Thursday evening, I wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas!!!!! And thank you for your support during this journey...............
Sailor graduate 12/22 and left the day after for A school Meridian. I believe school doesn't start until Jan 3rd. So he's on Liberty until then. At least we are able chat/text to keep in touch. I miss him so. But we'll be seeing him again shortly after school.
ProudMomS, the graduation was awesome! Although we had major flight delays, we made the ceremony. Our flight was canceled coming home and we had to spend the night in Atlanta, we were blessed to have made it to the graduation and then home before Christmas. Thanks to all for your support. My son is scheduled to leave Monday for A school in Meridian, but it is anticipated that we will get 6 inches of snow between tomorrow and Monday........... So we will see!
EDS, my son will arrive Monday evening, so hopefully, he and my son already know each other as my son graduated 12/22 from division 25. I am so glad that they are allowed to take their cell phones.
Sacred'smom~It is good to hear the graduation went well. Sorry to hear about the delays. With the bad weather, travelling can be a pain! We had to federal express my son's cell phone and lap top. It was not cheap. I am a little disappointed because Meridian has very spotty cell service, and the living accomodations do not have internet. My son and I text mostly because the cell reception is horrible when we talk by phone. It is irritating to have to repeat things 10 times and keep saying "what, what, are you there?"
I am enjoying every minute of my son being home. He has matured so much and I am so proud of him. We are taking him to Meridian on the 1st or 2nd. He is happy of his decision to go in the Navy. I'll let him know about the cell reception their and how horrible it is. Just as long as we can keep in touch. Texting will be okay, but I really love to hear his voice.
ProudMomS, thanks a million. Traveling was hectic, but we had him with us, so all was good. Because of the blizzard here yesterday, my son called his CO yesterday and was relieved to know that he was much different than the RDCs at boot camp. He was told that he could bring his civies, cell phone and lap top.Thanks for the warning about the spotty cell reception and the non accommodations for computers, my son's cell acts like a hot spot where by he can connect 2 computers to the internet via his phone.
On my way to take him to airport for his flight. Have a wonderful day,
Sacred'smom, sorry finally finding some time to get online. Maybe they do know each other. My son, R, has mentioned that he has seen familiar faces. We left for home, CA, on Sunday and I am glad I am away from all the cold/snow. Not a fan. Must be the island blood. :)
Hello everyone, J made it to Meridian last night without incidence. He called this morning and getting settled into his room. He does have 2 other room mates but they are out on liberty. He is working on setting his phone up as a hot spot so he can use his computer.J did say that he traveled his last leg of his flight last night with 6 others going to Meridian and they all caught a van to the base.
EDS (Ship 12 Div 029) Hopefully J and your son will know each other and meet.
Happy holidays everyone and I will keep you posted.
My son is checking into Meridian today for A school as a logistics specialist. I was glad to run into another mom at the airport whose son was returning there today. Thank ProudMomS for sharing your time with me.
Aletheap, It was nice to see another mom at the airport! Our conversation calmed me. It was sad to say goodbye, especially since I do not know when we will see my sailor again. He texted me from Atlanta to let me know there were 5 other sailors going to Meridian on thier plane.
I hope all went well with your son's check in. I am sure is was a little overwelming for him. But after boot camp, they seem to have confidence.
He is doing well - classes don't start until the 11th, so he is getting to know his way around and trying to stay busy. Mom is doing okay - it is so nice to be able to talk to him pretty much when I want to instead of wondering how he is. We are both glad that boot camp is behind us!
Aletheap, I am happy to hear he is doing well. My son graduated this morning from Meridian. According to him, there was not much to the ceremony. I still wish I could have been there though. He leaves tomorrow for sub school. At least that is within driving distance to Maryland!
At the airport as we speak, waiting for my son to fly off to Meridian. He's sleep, I just found out they don't get much of that in boot camp. He's especially excited to be done with boot camp.
My son was in Meridian for 8 weeks, graduated in Dec....says there is NOTHING to do in Meridian. Sorry. Just a small town out in the middle of no where. Not much on base...pizza and bowling.
Hi every one and congrats to the new Sailors & fam. Well My son has called me today 3 times already still in Chicago on route to Meridian. Well this is how he has put it Brkfast in Chicago, Lunch in TX and Dinner in Mississippi. I'm so excited and proud of my son as everyone else is. Hope to meet some of you, God Bless you all!
Popeyesmom, I have talked with you on 2/4/11 group before!! WOW, it's funny b/c your son is in route to Meridian with my son...they r buddies! My family actually got to meet some of the boys of #61 Sunday at the movies and I really liked your son!! they were ALL so polite and we went around the group they told their names and where they were going...our son pointed out that 2 of them were going to Meridian with him..then I saw you r pic and realized it was your son....I was beginning to wonder if this group had any active members....our boys should be in the air as we speak, hopefully the will be roommates at A-school.....
Angela - no my son is a PS. He said it was ok there just nothing to do. We did not go to graduation. It is short and sweet...nothing major. I don't think there were any parents, etc. at his. He is now stationed at Diego Garcia.
I'm the newbie here ... my daughter graduated boot camp on 11Feb and will be on her way to Meridian on Wednesday morning (between 0200-0400!) ... looking forward to being able to have more contact with her than in boot camp .... looking forward to getting to know some of you on this board as well!
My son will be heading to Meridian this week from GL. I can't wait and I know he is excited about the warmer weather there too. :) He will be an SH. Ship Servicemen. He will be there 4-6 weeks we think then home for about 10 days. Looking forward to getting to know the other moms of Sailors there in Meridian.
Greetings Meridian Moms! My son is on his way to Meridian in the morning. He is a PS. Looking forward to getting to know other Meridian Moms. Candy congrats on your son. What is his Rate? Is he a PS? Cheryilynn, does your son like Diego Garcia? I have heard that is in the middle of no where.
Just found out my son will be there tomorrow...leaving GL about 1 am with Mdubtxmom's son. :) They were in the same Div. too. I am glad they will be traveling together.
My son called me at 4:00 am and he was at Ohare and sounded frustrated....but said he wanted to talk to me for just a minute before he got on the plane. I am praying for safe travels for our Sailors today. :) I will feel much better when I know he is there on base. I am a worry wart....
Hey Moms, it's good to see some other newbie's on here. My son arrived in Meridian,MS last Thursday, he is a LS. Since it's a self-paced school, he will only be there for a short while.Then he will get to come home for 2wks, unless, he gets his choice of stations, which is overseas, then he will come home for 21 days. He did tell us, in his time in Meridian, 7 people have been separated already!!!! I hear there's not much to do there in Meridian. May GOD Bless them all and keep them all safe.
Hi AngieBShip11, my son is a LS too and at Meridian, hear they start classes on thursday. I would of thought they would keep them together but they have their own way of doing things. Best wishes to your sailor, & God Bless!
HEY popeyesmom!! I sent u a little note earlier about meeting your son at the movies and how much I liked him...we were wishing they could have roomed together, but, I think getting flights cancelled and getting separated at the airport may have hurt that??I don't know how they do things? Our son did say, they would probably have classes together..Best wishes also, I understand it's a self-paced school so, don't know how long they will be there..MAY GOD BLESS THEM AND KEEP THEM ALL SAFE...
My son made it there (He loves it compared to Boot Camp) and will start classes on Wednesday. His rank is SH. His school is only 4-6 weeks and is also self paced. Is there anyone else out here who has a SH or Ship Servicemen?
ProudMomS of a SAILOR! 10/29/10
I am so happy for you Chryllyn! I am sad because my sailor told me that he won't be home for Christmas because of his A school, then he goes to Groton for sub school. I hope to have a nice surprise like you did though!
I am trying to stay positive, but it is hard. I think I am in denial that he won't be home because I cannot bring myself to mail him a package for Christmas. I need to get on that though so he has something!
Enjoy your time with him!
Dec 12, 2010
Kim of Virginia
My son just past Battle Station and called to let me know that he is a Navy Sailor!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so proud of him and all the Sailors that made it and the one Recruit who didn't. Please pray for the one who didn't make it that he/she will make it the next go round. My son will fly home with us 12/23 and leave here 12/27 for Meridian. Thanks so much for your support during this journey.
Dec 16, 2010
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Yay!!!!!!! WOO YAH!!! Congratulations!! That is soooo exciting sacred's mom.... have a wonderful time with your Sailor!!!
Dec 17, 2010
nursemom
Hello My son arrived at Meridian on December 8 they will find out today if they get green dot so they can have a little more freedom. He also called and said that he will be home for Christams just for 6 days but I will take any he can have. He is training for Logisical Specialist. look forward to hearing more about the school and base. Hope all have a merry Christmas. Debbie
Dec 17, 2010
joy4m
Dec 18, 2010
Kim of Virginia
Cheryllnn-proud mom of a sailor, thank you so much, I should be packing but we are not flying until 7pm tomorrow evening. I made certain that my daughter and daughter in law were packed and ready.....................If I don't get the opportunity to get back on line before Christmas as we are flying back home late Thursday evening, I wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas!!!!! And thank you for your support during this journey...............
Dec 20, 2010
ProudMomS of a SAILOR! 10/29/10
sacred's mom ~ good luck with your journey! Merry Christmas!
Dec 20, 2010
EDS - USS Ronald Reagan, Japan
Dec 25, 2010
Kim of Virginia
ProudMomS, the graduation was awesome! Although we had major flight delays, we made the ceremony. Our flight was canceled coming home and we had to spend the night in Atlanta, we were blessed to have made it to the graduation and then home before Christmas. Thanks to all for your support. My son is scheduled to leave Monday for A school in Meridian, but it is anticipated that we will get 6 inches of snow between tomorrow and Monday........... So we will see!
EDS, my son will arrive Monday evening, so hopefully, he and my son already know each other as my son graduated 12/22 from division 25. I am so glad that they are allowed to take their cell phones.
Dec 25, 2010
ProudMomS of a SAILOR! 10/29/10
Good luck with everything! Merry Christmas!
Dec 27, 2010
April Lewis
I am enjoying every minute of my son being home. He has matured so much and I am so proud of him. We are taking him to Meridian on the 1st or 2nd. He is happy of his decision to go in the Navy. I'll let him know about the cell reception their and how horrible it is. Just as long as we can keep in touch. Texting will be okay, but I really love to hear his voice.
Dec 27, 2010
Kim of Virginia
ProudMomS, thanks a million. Traveling was hectic, but we had him with us, so all was good. Because of the blizzard here yesterday, my son called his CO yesterday and was relieved to know that he was much different than the RDCs at boot camp. He was told that he could bring his civies, cell phone and lap top.Thanks for the warning about the spotty cell reception and the non accommodations for computers, my son's cell acts like a hot spot where by he can connect 2 computers to the internet via his phone.
On my way to take him to airport for his flight. Have a wonderful day,
Kim
Dec 27, 2010
EDS - USS Ronald Reagan, Japan
Sacred'smom, sorry finally finding some time to get online. Maybe they do know each other. My son, R, has mentioned that he has seen familiar faces. We left for home, CA, on Sunday and I am glad I am away from all the cold/snow. Not a fan. Must be the island blood. :)
Be safe and Best Wishes for the New Year!
Dec 28, 2010
Kim of Virginia
Hello everyone, J made it to Meridian last night without incidence. He called this morning and getting settled into his room. He does have 2 other room mates but they are out on liberty. He is working on setting his phone up as a hot spot so he can use his computer.J did say that he traveled his last leg of his flight last night with 6 others going to Meridian and they all caught a van to the base.
EDS (Ship 12 Div 029) Hopefully J and your son will know each other and meet.
Happy holidays everyone and I will keep you posted.
Dec 28, 2010
aletheap
Dec 30, 2010
ProudMomS of a SAILOR! 10/29/10
Aletheap, It was nice to see another mom at the airport! Our conversation calmed me. It was sad to say goodbye, especially since I do not know when we will see my sailor again. He texted me from Atlanta to let me know there were 5 other sailors going to Meridian on thier plane.
I hope all went well with your son's check in. I am sure is was a little overwelming for him. But after boot camp, they seem to have confidence.
Happy New Year everyone!
Dec 30, 2010
mae_gf
Jan 2, 2011
aletheap
Hi Mae. Happy New Year! According to my son, the school for LS is 6 weeks.
Jan 6, 2011
ProudMomS of a SAILOR! 10/29/10
Jan 7, 2011
aletheap
He is doing well - classes don't start until the 11th, so he is getting to know his way around and trying to stay busy. Mom is doing okay - it is so nice to be able to talk to him pretty much when I want to instead of wondering how he is. We are both glad that boot camp is behind us!
Jan 9, 2011
battlebuddy
Jan 11, 2011
ProudMomS of a SAILOR! 10/29/10
Aletheap, I am happy to hear he is doing well. My son graduated this morning from Meridian. According to him, there was not much to the ceremony. I still wish I could have been there though. He leaves tomorrow for sub school. At least that is within driving distance to Maryland!
Jan 12, 2011
E.J.'s Mom
Jan 15, 2011
becki(uss stockdale)
Jan 25, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Jan 27, 2011
Kim of Virginia
Jan 28, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Jan 31, 2011
BigGaMoma(Angie)
Feb 8, 2011
popeyesmom
Hi every one and congrats to the new Sailors & fam. Well My son has called me today 3 times already still in Chicago on route to Meridian. Well this is how he has put it Brkfast in Chicago, Lunch in TX and Dinner in Mississippi. I'm so excited and proud of my son as everyone else is. Hope to meet some of you, God Bless you all!
Feb 9, 2011
BigGaMoma(Angie)
Feb 9, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Hello Ladies. This group has a quick turn over as school lasts from 6 - 8 weeks and then they move on. My son was in Meridian from Oct -Dec.
Feb 10, 2011
BigGaMoma(Angie)
Feb 10, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Angela - no my son is a PS. He said it was ok there just nothing to do. We did not go to graduation. It is short and sweet...nothing major. I don't think there were any parents, etc. at his. He is now stationed at Diego Garcia.
Candy...congrats to you and your son.
Feb 11, 2011
tls
I'm the newbie here ... my daughter graduated boot camp on 11Feb and will be on her way to Meridian on Wednesday morning (between 0200-0400!) ... looking forward to being able to have more contact with her than in boot camp .... looking forward to getting to know some of you on this board as well!
Feb 13, 2011
battlebuddy
My son will be heading to Meridian this week from GL. I can't wait and I know he is excited about the warmer weather there too. :) He will be an SH. Ship Servicemen. He will be there 4-6 weeks we think then home for about 10 days. Looking forward to getting to know the other moms of Sailors there in Meridian.
Feb 14, 2011
mdubtxmom(Ship 09 Div 069)
Feb 14, 2011
battlebuddy
Feb 14, 2011
mdubtxmom(Ship 09 Div 069)
Feb 15, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Safe travels to your sailors today...
hahahaha....we drove around the mall and thought it was nothing much at all...until we got inside....wow...and it went on forever!!!!!
Yes, Diego Garcia is in the middle of the Indian Ocean....he says it is truely amazing....chatted with him yesterday...doing well.
Feb 15, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
For those of you who are PS make sure to join the PS group as well. It is a really small group...lol
Feb 15, 2011
battlebuddy
Feb 15, 2011
BigGaMoma(Angie)
Feb 15, 2011
popeyesmom
Feb 15, 2011
BigGaMoma(Angie)
Feb 15, 2011
popeyesmom
Feb 15, 2011
mdubtxmom(Ship 09 Div 069)
Feb 15, 2011
cheryllynn-proud mom of a sailor
Feb 16, 2011
battlebuddy
My son made it there (He loves it compared to Boot Camp) and will start classes on Wednesday. His rank is SH. His school is only 4-6 weeks and is also self paced. Is there anyone else out here who has a SH or Ship Servicemen?
Feb 17, 2011
BigGaMoma(Angie)
Feb 18, 2011
SR Mom Ship 11 Div 124
Feb 19, 2011