Yes Im in California and gotta say the 10 floors up sounds awesome! im on a acre have 3 dogs 1 cat 1 horse 1 goat 1 pig 3 chickens and yep a husband! lol gotta say although the weather has been like summer and a its awesome we really could have used some rain!
yes the 15 catsmom, yes we need rain all my fruit trees are blooming and I hope for No frost ! oh and the last cabana boy pic i had seen was WONDERFUL! lol
Hi! For those who live in Hampton Roads: radio station 101.3 is playing recordings from sailors on the Truman wishing Happy Valentine's Day to their loved ones:))!!
emmiec, I spoke with one of the ombudsman recently. She was so very easy to talk to very kind, understanding and very helpful and yes you can ask her that question. Don't feel awkward at all that's what they are there for.
Good morning ladies and Happy Valentines Day to you all.
Coach Sheila: Love you little link--so so true! Wish I could hug my sailor today but know I will soon! I contacted the ombudsman by email but haven't heard back. Guess I will have to telephone them direct to get the date myself or ask my sailor to snail mail me.
Secrets: Hang in there, you are almost there for both! Take good care of yourself and little Noel. Love his name! Best of luck to you!
Grandma Barb: You have definitely paid your dues as far as now having the luxury of looking out side your tall bldg in the sky and not having to do any maintenance. When are you moving to Hawaii? Are you finalizing those plans?
All you other ladies with mountain views, 80 degree weather, etc. I am jealous!
We have lucked out so far this week and not had any snow since Monday her in OH and it has gotten up to 20's and 30's this week which is definitely a heat wave! We are expected to get 1/2 inch to 3 inches later today of more snow though and my bad knees are telling me something's coming as they are throbbing! All of you in Georgia and the Carolina's and rest of East Coast getting all this snow-- I am praying for you to be safe and hopefully you all on here have heat in your homes? I couldn't imagine being without heat this past 2 months here in OH it's been so darn cold. Well it's Feb only a couple more months of Winter and we are done.
Those of you who need rain I will pray that is so for you.
Interesting how we all are dealing with all sorts of different weather problems this Winter.
HappyValentines day to all my Navy Sisters! Love all the pictures!
Secrets, Love the Name! Can't wait to see a picture of that beautiful baby!
Hope you all stay safe and warm today, Pam I am ready for some winter here, would gladly send you the 80 degree weather if I could!
GandmaBarB, sitting on top of the world sounds good to me! Enjoy your view from the 10th floor! I wouldn't mind being on a tenth floor, except during one of our earthquakes ...LOL
Sherryl, thought I recognized that rout..LOL My ex, father lived in Hesperia. .
Happy Valentines Day!! Y'all have been busy on this site. I scanned thru most of it. Catsmom and Sherry we might as well give into sandals and treat ourselves with pedicures as it looks like summer is here stay!
Secrets22 you are so close now and Noel is a good strong name!
GrandmaBarB I am soooo ready for loft living! I am done with taking care of the house, pool, and yard! 22 years here is enough! We moved in our digs 3 weeks before our sailor arrived! We were on the 5 year plan ha ha! Due to CA property taxes we ended up staying put all these years. We added on 2nd floor, put the pool in and I have my garden sanctuary. But, I am done!!! I am ready to get back to the city, where I can walk to dinner, see a show or have a few glasses of vino and wobble home!!
Carol Ann.....Yes, I love living "high and mighty" here in my humble abode, with a trash shute 16 paces away, a full laundry on the bottom floor, quiet and pretty. Trash taken away, drive and parkinjg lots all cleared of snow and kept in tip-top conditions...lots of mature landscapes, tall tall trees (whose leaves I don't have to rake), beautiful lawn areas (that I don't have to mow)...ha...etc etc.
If everything "works out" I will definitely make the move to Maui but it's not that easy...so many things to consider and to do. My son is checking out some apartments around...keeping in mind my "fixed income"....and am exploring things like: take my car...or sell it an by a junker over there.....ship my bed and some furniture....or sell it all and buy over there.....etc. Lots to think about...and, should it occure, it won't be for at least a year......thanks for asking.
It's super expensive to live there...everything from gas to groceries to utilities are so much higher............but, it can be done..with careful advanced planning.
Well, finally dug my car out today. First time since last week end. Fortunately, the weather gods bless us here in South Jersey today and the sun is bright and shiney with temps between 40-45...for the first time in WEEKS so wasn't too bad getting "Li'l Skippy" out. Also, my front wheel drive meant I didn't have to dig out behind the car....thankfully....bnecause I don't own a snow shovel!!!
Snow melting like crazy....which is a good thing. More snow coming late tonight and through tomorrow.
Weather reports that next Thurs and Fri we'll be in high 50's!!!!
GrandmaBarb: Guess the old expression Hast makes waste should apply here! Good that you are weighing all the pros and cons and this and thats before you do it.There really is a lot to figure out when you move that far away. BEST OF LUCK TO YOU! Take your time and you will get it right and without the expense of one who just jumps into it all blindly! You go Girl!
Hey all! I was just chatting with my son and he informed me that the Truman got the Battle Efficiency Award! I had to look it up and apparently it is a big deal! So proud of him and all our sailors and grateful for the family and friends who support them! http://www.public.navy.mil/surflant/cg69/Pages/BattleE.aspx
DARMom: I could be wrong but I thought they got this award too the last time they went out in 2010!~ Yay Truman! Lots of HARD WORK to get this award and it is a BIG DEAL!
Correction - it was the Battle Efficiency Award. I guess the Battle Effectiveness is the bigger one. In any case, he said he gets a ribbon for it. Maybe others on here know for sure. I was searching for a news release on the Navy site or post from the Captain on the FB page but nothing yet... although I guess they just found out today!
DARmom...CONGRATS-- to your son and the" Entire USS Harry S. Truman Teamwork" for getting that "Battle Efficiency Award!" What a Great Valentine Day Gift to them all. I hope they all get a ribbons or something. lol I just sooo glad that GOD Bless us to be the Proud Mom's of a Hero.
My son joined the ship on Monday and I have not heard from him does anyone know how long this takes? Also I need to know how to get information so that we can be in VA for the homecoming-Alittle lost?? Thank you
jlgsmgcgg welcome to the family! not sure exactly how long it will take to hear from your son he is probably getting his email set up, so not to long usually and depends what div/dept he is in as to how much time he has to get to the computer:) you may want to send the Ombudsmen a message re homecoming so they can share what is ok over the internet other wise your son can snail mail you we cant discuss dates on the internet. if you havent already we have Truman Moms on Face book also info there too! again WELCOME from Ca:)
Thank you!! I am sorry but I do not know how to contact the Ombudsmen is there a specific email and webpage I can go to-Thank you from Nebraska!! I am Jamie by the way!!
Welcome jlgsmgcgg, ( Jamie ) hope you hear from your sailor soon. There is an Ombudsmen page on Facebook. Also The Truman has a page. Also there is a Command Carrier Strike Group Ten Facebook page. Not sure of the website or the phone number for the Ombudsmen. I am sure someone has it.
From Calif. here, my name is Joyce
You can read about the Battle Efficiency Award on the Command Carrier Strike Group Ten Facebook page.
Yippee! Welcome jlgsmgcgg! When my son joined the fleet, it took about a week to get email from him with his mailing address. They were in port when he arrived, and it was from his personal email. At two weeks, I received another email with his ship email address. I hope this helps!
jlgsmgcgg.....Welcome also, when my sailor was in bootcamp--I couldn't sleep I was worry and some, I went out on Navy.com and I read everything about the Navy I could-- to have a piece of mind. Then I found this group Navy 4 Moms (what a relief) I joined in 2010, read it everyday. Last week I post my first Blogs, this is an excellent support group and we have the same things in common our Sailors, family, feelings, heartaches & pains, cabin fever, the good stuffs and many more topics. But, you will never be alone or panic anymore. Like the Truman slogan goes: "The Buck Stops Here" Trust me this is your, 0ne Stop Shop-- right here, anything you need or want-- we ladies & dad's are here to support one another 24/7. Get on the Blog wagon. lol
Welcome jlgsmgcgg........here is the link to the Truman website. You'll find just about everything you need here. Across the top, you'll see contact info, ombudsman, etc.
jlgsmgcgg.....here;s some information you will find helpful.
1. They all work 18-20 hour days, sometimes more...and are usually either hungry or tired.
2. Access to computer time is difficult sometimes. Lines, or no satellite connection, or shut down for security reasons
3. Same with the phones. Only those who don't mind waiting in line sometimes for long periods call. My grandson deployed with Truman. He's made TWO calls in all that time....to his mother on Christmas.....and to his favorite Uncle in Hawaii about 1 month ago. I do get frequent emails, about 1 a month. I message him email about once a week or 10 days...just to say hi.
Some get frequent calls, wives, some moms, kids, etc....but keep in mind they work hard all day, every day unless they are in port....and you won't know when that is until after it's over....ha.
Keep an eye on Truman facebook. Lots of updates there and they post plenty of pictures. Also good is set up Google Alert to send you info, if you have a Gmail account....anything about Truman is sent.
Stars and Strips website is good for general news.
jlgsmgcgg, welcome. We are all in this together. Lots of great info was already give to you by the wonderful ladies on this site.
GrandmaBarb glad you love your 10th floor and everything that is included. It does sound very nice but not my style. But that is why God made us all different.
Sherryl I didn't know that there was a Truman mom's fb page. Thanks for posting that info.
Impressive that the Truman won the Battle Efficiency Award
We got a phone call from our son this evening. This momma is BEYOND excited
: ) He sounded very, very tired. He reports that all is well on the ship and that he is READY to be home. It was GREAT to hear his voice. It's only the second time that he has called us
I hope all of you get a phone call or email from you sailors this week.
Yippee! The great thing about this website is that we all have freedoms to express our pride of our loved ones on the Truman! I was so excited to see that they got recognized for the Battle Efficiency Award! Have a great week and stay focused,patient and positive!
JK Family, so excited for you!!! As we really do go for so very long without hearing from are Sailors its so very nice to know and hear through each other all is good with them. Happy for you!!!!
This is such a great forum I have learned so much and yes, Coach Sheila have stayed so focused, patient and positive thanks for all of the encouragement ladies!!!! Happy Monday!!! Another day and week closer to Homecoming!!! Yayyyyyyy!!!!
JK Family, doing the happy dance for you!
Coach Shelia, love the posting! Staying positive! One day closer to giving our Sailors a big HUG! Have a good Monday! Meeting some friends for lunch.
Email from my girl this morning. One sentence with miss you love you mama!!! short and oh so very sweet!!! Happy dance here ladies!!! Can't wait to do that Happy dance with her!!!
landlocked mom, welcome back. Wow 3 deployments back to back just curious on he felt about that. I know the 1st one has been exciting and new. What ports has he stopped in? thanks yes bring on Spring saying 6-8 more inches of snow here in Chicago area
Yippee! Good morning everyone! Happy Dancing early this morning after reading a short and sweet email from my son! His last two emails have made my heart swell so! Also want to thank all of you for being here and look forward to meeting you!
Good Morning,
Doing the Happy Dance for you Coach Shelia! Yea! Can't wait to meet all of you! One more day closer to homecoming! Need to book my flight.
Have a good day everyone, hope we all hear from our Sailors!
I have a question concerning home coming... on the day the ship comes home, is this an all day event? I am trying to decide if we need to book a room for the night the ship comes home in addition to the night before. Thanks in advance!
During my husband's last deployment two years ago, they organized a party the night before the ship arrived( this is where they will do the raffle for "first kiss" among other things. The Bataan had theirs at Nauticus in downtown Norfolk and there was food for everyone attending. The day of the homecoming our ship arrived around 10 AM- we got there early to get a good parking spot and they had a huge tent with lots of food( breakfast type items) and there was a big truck where kids played video games and did some arts and craft. It was awile before he got off the ship but I think we were on our way home by noon. This is just an idea:))) it could be something completely different with the Truman
Yaaaaaaay Battle E I'm so proud of our Sailors. I read that facebook post about it this morning and it lit me up for days. I'm so happy!!!! So proud!!!! So honored!!!!
Thank you mirca23 for sharing your experience. I am just struggling with what to do. I am sure he is going to want to get far away from that ship... But he also bought a car while deployed and has to pick it up at a car dealer in Norfolk. Home is over 8 hours away, and he plans to drive that new car home. I am kinda leaning towards getting the room for the night the ship comes home also. That way he can be well rested before we head for Ohio.
Truman's last Deployment in 2010 was pretty much the same deal. Day before party where you are given your passes, shown video of highlights of deployment, Capt talks to you a bit, they had a heavy 'hore derve party with non alcoholic drinks, cake, ice sculptor, handed out your passes and info for party the next day. then the ship came in around 9am officially. Took 2-3 hours to un-board and off we went. Pretty much the same as what mirca said with food at base, tent with activities for kids, first kiss, new daddies etc. If your sailor is a Nuke count on them being last off the ship and about an hour longer than the rest.
My son wanted to get as far away as possible even talked us out of going on the ship for a little tour. He wanted to go home immediately and we stopped for lunch and drove straight through to OH. We got home late in wee hours of the morning. We too are from OH but where we live takes about 10-12 hours depending on how fast you drive. We did have a room for that 2nd night and cancelled it.
Good morning ladies..Do any of you have any hotels that would be close by to stay during Home Coming? I have been trying to catch up on the comments.. It's been very busy here at work.
Good morning everyone. Such a pleasure reading all the comments. I too would like to know about hotels. This is our first homecoming and didn't. really know what to expect. Reading all the comments help. What were the previous times for the Day Before Party. We will be arriving the day before but want to make sure that we are there in time enough for this event. Is there any other form of id besides the drivers license or I'd card? What form of id do they require for teens? Thank you all for your help. Although I don't get on the site much your comments and conversations I look forward to. Love to you all.
emmiec
Feb 14, 2014
Sherryl
Yes Im in California and gotta say the 10 floors up sounds awesome! im on a acre have 3 dogs 1 cat 1 horse 1 goat 1 pig 3 chickens and yep a husband! lol gotta say although the weather has been like summer and a its awesome we really could have used some rain!
Feb 14, 2014
Sherryl
yes the 15 catsmom, yes we need rain all my fruit trees are blooming and I hope for No frost ! oh and the last cabana boy pic i had seen was WONDERFUL! lol
Feb 14, 2014
mirca23
Feb 14, 2014
pam
emmiec, I spoke with one of the ombudsman recently. She was so very easy to talk to very kind, understanding and very helpful and yes you can ask her that question. Don't feel awkward at all that's what they are there for.
Feb 14, 2014
Coach Shelia
Yippee! Happy Valentine's Day to everyone and your Navy Loved Ones! ! IMG_1024444304349010.jpeg
Feb 14, 2014
Carol Ann
Good morning ladies and Happy Valentines Day to you all.
Coach Sheila: Love you little link--so so true! Wish I could hug my sailor today but know I will soon! I contacted the ombudsman by email but haven't heard back. Guess I will have to telephone them direct to get the date myself or ask my sailor to snail mail me.
Secrets: Hang in there, you are almost there for both! Take good care of yourself and little Noel. Love his name! Best of luck to you!
Grandma Barb: You have definitely paid your dues as far as now having the luxury of looking out side your tall bldg in the sky and not having to do any maintenance. When are you moving to Hawaii? Are you finalizing those plans?
All you other ladies with mountain views, 80 degree weather, etc. I am jealous!
We have lucked out so far this week and not had any snow since Monday her in OH and it has gotten up to 20's and 30's this week which is definitely a heat wave! We are expected to get 1/2 inch to 3 inches later today of more snow though and my bad knees are telling me something's coming as they are throbbing! All of you in Georgia and the Carolina's and rest of East Coast getting all this snow-- I am praying for you to be safe and hopefully you all on here have heat in your homes? I couldn't imagine being without heat this past 2 months here in OH it's been so darn cold. Well it's Feb only a couple more months of Winter and we are done.
Those of you who need rain I will pray that is so for you.
Interesting how we all are dealing with all sorts of different weather problems this Winter.
All of you ladies have a great day!
Feb 14, 2014
Carol Ann
Support the Troops NJ: LOVE IT!
Feb 14, 2014
Catsmom
Secrets, Love the Name! Can't wait to see a picture of that beautiful baby!
Hope you all stay safe and warm today, Pam I am ready for some winter here, would gladly send you the 80 degree weather if I could!
GandmaBarB, sitting on top of the world sounds good to me! Enjoy your view from the 10th floor! I wouldn't mind being on a tenth floor, except during one of our earthquakes ...LOL
Sherryl, thought I recognized that rout..LOL My ex, father lived in Hesperia. .
Feb 14, 2014
Gaisey
Secrets22 you are so close now and Noel is a good strong name!
GrandmaBarB I am soooo ready for loft living! I am done with taking care of the house, pool, and yard! 22 years here is enough! We moved in our digs 3 weeks before our sailor arrived! We were on the 5 year plan ha ha! Due to CA property taxes we ended up staying put all these years. We added on 2nd floor, put the pool in and I have my garden sanctuary. But, I am done!!! I am ready to get back to the city, where I can walk to dinner, see a show or have a few glasses of vino and wobble home!!
Saw the news on the Bush!!!
Feb 14, 2014
GrandmaBarB
Carol Ann.....Yes, I love living "high and mighty" here in my humble abode, with a trash shute 16 paces away, a full laundry on the bottom floor, quiet and pretty. Trash taken away, drive and parkinjg lots all cleared of snow and kept in tip-top conditions...lots of mature landscapes, tall tall trees (whose leaves I don't have to rake), beautiful lawn areas (that I don't have to mow)...ha...etc etc.
If everything "works out" I will definitely make the move to Maui but it's not that easy...so many things to consider and to do. My son is checking out some apartments around...keeping in mind my "fixed income"....and am exploring things like: take my car...or sell it an by a junker over there.....ship my bed and some furniture....or sell it all and buy over there.....etc. Lots to think about...and, should it occure, it won't be for at least a year......thanks for asking.
It's super expensive to live there...everything from gas to groceries to utilities are so much higher............but, it can be done..with careful advanced planning.
Fingers crossed, but patience rules here.
Feb 14, 2014
GrandmaBarB
Well, finally dug my car out today. First time since last week end. Fortunately, the weather gods bless us here in South Jersey today and the sun is bright and shiney with temps between 40-45...for the first time in WEEKS so wasn't too bad getting "Li'l Skippy" out. Also, my front wheel drive meant I didn't have to dig out behind the car....thankfully....bnecause I don't own a snow shovel!!!
Snow melting like crazy....which is a good thing. More snow coming late tonight and through tomorrow.
Weather reports that next Thurs and Fri we'll be in high 50's!!!!
Feb 14, 2014
Carol Ann
GrandmaBarb: Guess the old expression Hast makes waste should apply here! Good that you are weighing all the pros and cons and this and thats before you do it.There really is a lot to figure out when you move that far away. BEST OF LUCK TO YOU! Take your time and you will get it right and without the expense of one who just jumps into it all blindly! You go Girl!
Feb 14, 2014
DARmom
Hey all! I was just chatting with my son and he informed me that the Truman got the Battle Efficiency Award! I had to look it up and apparently it is a big deal! So proud of him and all our sailors and grateful for the family and friends who support them! http://www.public.navy.mil/surflant/cg69/Pages/BattleE.aspx
Feb 14, 2014
Carol Ann
DARMom: I could be wrong but I thought they got this award too the last time they went out in 2010!~ Yay Truman! Lots of HARD WORK to get this award and it is a BIG DEAL!
Feb 14, 2014
DARmom
Correction - it was the Battle Efficiency Award. I guess the Battle Effectiveness is the bigger one. In any case, he said he gets a ribbon for it. Maybe others on here know for sure. I was searching for a news release on the Navy site or post from the Captain on the FB page but nothing yet... although I guess they just found out today!
Feb 14, 2014
carrie
Happy Valentine Day to all of you!!!!
DARmom...CONGRATS-- to your son and the" Entire USS Harry S. Truman Teamwork" for getting that "Battle Efficiency Award!" What a Great Valentine Day Gift to them all. I hope they all get a ribbons or something. lol I just sooo glad that GOD Bless us to be the Proud Mom's of a Hero.
Feb 14, 2014
jlgsmgcgg
My son joined the ship on Monday and I have not heard from him does anyone know how long this takes? Also I need to know how to get information so that we can be in VA for the homecoming-Alittle lost?? Thank you
Feb 14, 2014
Sherryl
jlgsmgcgg welcome to the family! not sure exactly how long it will take to hear from your son he is probably getting his email set up, so not to long usually and depends what div/dept he is in as to how much time he has to get to the computer:) you may want to send the Ombudsmen a message re homecoming so they can share what is ok over the internet other wise your son can snail mail you we cant discuss dates on the internet. if you havent already we have Truman Moms on Face book also info there too! again WELCOME from Ca:)
Feb 14, 2014
jlgsmgcgg
Thank you!! I am sorry but I do not know how to contact the Ombudsmen is there a specific email and webpage I can go to-Thank you from Nebraska!! I am Jamie by the way!!
Feb 14, 2014
Sherryl
here is the email i have hst_omb_4@hstruman.net they have a FB page too, http://www.facebook.com/pages/USS-Harry-S-Truman-Ombudsman-Team/210... Join the Truman Mom page also:) hang in there jamie:)
Feb 14, 2014
Catsmom
From Calif. here, my name is Joyce
You can read about the Battle Efficiency Award on the Command Carrier Strike Group Ten Facebook page.
Feb 14, 2014
pam
Welcome jlgsmgcgg
Feb 14, 2014
Coach Shelia
Feb 14, 2014
carrie
jlgsmgcgg.....Welcome also, when my sailor was in bootcamp--I couldn't sleep I was worry and some, I went out on Navy.com and I read everything about the Navy I could-- to have a piece of mind. Then I found this group Navy 4 Moms (what a relief) I joined in 2010, read it everyday. Last week I post my first Blogs, this is an excellent support group and we have the same things in common our Sailors, family, feelings, heartaches & pains, cabin fever, the good stuffs and many more topics. But, you will never be alone or panic anymore. Like the Truman slogan goes: "The Buck Stops Here" Trust me this is your, 0ne Stop Shop-- right here, anything you need or want-- we ladies & dad's are here to support one another 24/7. Get on the Blog wagon. lol
Feb 14, 2014
GrandmaBarB
Welcome jlgsmgcgg........here is the link to the Truman website. You'll find just about everything you need here. Across the top, you'll see contact info, ombudsman, etc.
http://www.truman.navy.mil/
Feb 14, 2014
GrandmaBarB
jlgsmgcgg.....here;s some information you will find helpful.
1. They all work 18-20 hour days, sometimes more...and are usually either hungry or tired.
2. Access to computer time is difficult sometimes. Lines, or no satellite connection, or shut down for security reasons
3. Same with the phones. Only those who don't mind waiting in line sometimes for long periods call. My grandson deployed with Truman. He's made TWO calls in all that time....to his mother on Christmas.....and to his favorite Uncle in Hawaii about 1 month ago. I do get frequent emails, about 1 a month. I message him email about once a week or 10 days...just to say hi.
Some get frequent calls, wives, some moms, kids, etc....but keep in mind they work hard all day, every day unless they are in port....and you won't know when that is until after it's over....ha.
Keep an eye on Truman facebook. Lots of updates there and they post plenty of pictures. Also good is set up Google Alert to send you info, if you have a Gmail account....anything about Truman is sent.
Stars and Strips website is good for general news.
Feb 14, 2014
too tall Joan
jlgsmgcgg, welcome. We are all in this together. Lots of great info was already give to you by the wonderful ladies on this site.
GrandmaBarb glad you love your 10th floor and everything that is included. It does sound very nice but not my style. But that is why God made us all different.
Sherryl I didn't know that there was a Truman mom's fb page. Thanks for posting that info.
Impressive that the Truman won the Battle Efficiency Award
Feb 14, 2014
pam
So PROUD for our Sailors for receiving the "Battle Efficiency Award"!!!
I read the details about it on facebook this morning.
So Happy for them!!!! GO NAVY!!!!!!
Feb 16, 2014
Catsmom
Support the Troops, thank you for sending them cookies! Awesome you heard from Sailor Adams.
Feb 16, 2014
pam
Yes, so awesome Catsmom, all that hard work does need recognition!!! YAYYYYY for them!!!
Feb 16, 2014
JK Family
We got a phone call from our son this evening. This momma is BEYOND excited
: ) He sounded very, very tired. He reports that all is well on the ship and that he is READY to be home. It was GREAT to hear his voice. It's only the second time that he has called us
I hope all of you get a phone call or email from you sailors this week.
.
Feb 17, 2014
Coach Shelia
Feb 17, 2014
Coach Shelia
Yippee! The great thing about this website is that we all have freedoms to express our pride of our loved ones on the Truman! I was so excited to see that they got recognized for the Battle Efficiency Award! Have a great week and stay focused,patient and positive!
Feb 17, 2014
pam
JK Family, so excited for you!!! As we really do go for so very long without hearing from are Sailors its so very nice to know and hear through each other all is good with them. Happy for you!!!!
This is such a great forum I have learned so much and yes, Coach Sheila have stayed so focused, patient and positive thanks for all of the encouragement ladies!!!! Happy Monday!!! Another day and week closer to Homecoming!!! Yayyyyyyy!!!!
Feb 17, 2014
Catsmom
Coach Shelia, love the posting! Staying positive! One day closer to giving our Sailors a big HUG! Have a good Monday! Meeting some friends for lunch.
Feb 17, 2014
pam
Email from my girl this morning. One sentence with miss you love you mama!!! short and oh so very sweet!!! Happy dance here ladies!!! Can't wait to do that Happy dance with her!!!
Feb 17, 2014
pam
landlocked mom, welcome back. Wow 3 deployments back to back just curious on he felt about that. I know the 1st one has been exciting and new. What ports has he stopped in? thanks yes bring on Spring saying 6-8 more inches of snow here in Chicago area
Feb 17, 2014
Coach Shelia
Feb 18, 2014
pam
Sooo Happy for you Coach Sheila!! We all do have a wonderful special bond. Hope we all do all meet up too!!!
Feb 18, 2014
Catsmom
Doing the Happy Dance for you Coach Shelia! Yea! Can't wait to meet all of you! One more day closer to homecoming! Need to book my flight.
Have a good day everyone, hope we all hear from our Sailors!
Feb 18, 2014
sandman713
Do you get your sailor a "welcome" home gift? Ideas?
Feb 18, 2014
Zander'sMom
I have a question concerning home coming... on the day the ship comes home, is this an all day event? I am trying to decide if we need to book a room for the night the ship comes home in addition to the night before. Thanks in advance!
Feb 18, 2014
mirca23
Feb 18, 2014
trish6794
Yaaaaaaay Battle E I'm so proud of our Sailors. I read that facebook post about it this morning and it lit me up for days. I'm so happy!!!! So proud!!!! So honored!!!!
Feb 18, 2014
Zander'sMom
Thank you mirca23 for sharing your experience. I am just struggling with what to do. I am sure he is going to want to get far away from that ship... But he also bought a car while deployed and has to pick it up at a car dealer in Norfolk. Home is over 8 hours away, and he plans to drive that new car home. I am kinda leaning towards getting the room for the night the ship comes home also. That way he can be well rested before we head for Ohio.
Feb 18, 2014
Carol Ann
Truman's last Deployment in 2010 was pretty much the same deal. Day before party where you are given your passes, shown video of highlights of deployment, Capt talks to you a bit, they had a heavy 'hore derve party with non alcoholic drinks, cake, ice sculptor, handed out your passes and info for party the next day. then the ship came in around 9am officially. Took 2-3 hours to un-board and off we went. Pretty much the same as what mirca said with food at base, tent with activities for kids, first kiss, new daddies etc. If your sailor is a Nuke count on them being last off the ship and about an hour longer than the rest.
Feb 18, 2014
Carol Ann
My son wanted to get as far away as possible even talked us out of going on the ship for a little tour. He wanted to go home immediately and we stopped for lunch and drove straight through to OH. We got home late in wee hours of the morning. We too are from OH but where we live takes about 10-12 hours depending on how fast you drive. We did have a room for that 2nd night and cancelled it.
Feb 18, 2014
jbr0001-USS Harry Truman-VAQ 130
Good morning ladies..Do any of you have any hotels that would be close by to stay during Home Coming? I have been trying to catch up on the comments.. It's been very busy here at work.
Feb 18, 2014
JKHarris
Feb 18, 2014