they need a better system for the pallets that keep falling off the ship:/ but thats just my opinion I said to my daughter that's a lot of love and money going overboard! alex has received one of the 3 that are out there and I send packages to another sailor who had never received any mail so I sure hope he gets it! have a great day ladies and I really cant wait to see you all Im heading to AAA today to get my map trip tic I think they call it for CA to Norfolk:) we are staying at the Navy Lodge so any of you that will be there see ya soooooon:)
I can feel the happiness and the anxiety ladies!!! We will be partying soon!!
My son wrote that he got his Valentine boxes full of goodie bags yesterday. He shared the joy!
Awe Sherryl nice pic! My plum is in full bloom too, started blooming before I could trim it. I had the guys leave it and trim the other sleeping trees and bushes. I used to do all myself, but I think it was worth the $$$ to have it done by professionals, all trees look great! I can't seem to post pics from my phone on here...
I have us in the Hampton inn on Hampton Boulevard - right across from the docks. Of course, when I did a Google Earth, I spied a carrier with 75 on it's deck! Yahoo!!! Only ... it's waaaaaaaaaay down at the end. From the air, looks like a whole lotta parking, but I was advised by a Navy mom who has gone thru this - get there early to get a parking place and dress warm coz the breeze off the ocean can make it pretty chilly.
ok ladies!! I have seen alot of people making hotel reservations and I would like to do the same but if you do not know when the ship is coming home how do know when to make the reservations? Anything would help!!!!
Trees are beautiful! Everything around here is blooming too. Crazy weather!
I know the phone # for the ombudsman was posted, but I can't find it. Could someone post it again please. Want to make sure I get my packet. Thank you so much :-)
Trying to find a car to rent with enough room for my sailors gear and our luggage...any suggestions?
Jlgsmgcgg , contact the ombudsman, we can't post the date here. Security reasons. Wish I could help you.
jlgsmgcgg....Let me also help you out, with all due respect several of the ladies especially since jus before Valentine Day and everyday this week has been sharing all type of information's about this homecoming Events. Some of us find some time each day to read the blog since we all are trying very hard to line up all of our duck to make this Homecoming-- to get to see our Sailors and perhaps to meet one another. 1. Please email your Sailor to send you by snail mail (a letter with stamp) with the dated they expect to arrive to your home address. No one is allow to put that information on the internet for Safety & Security purpose. Tell your Sailor to give his Dept./Group the people names who is coming so they can put y'all names on the list to get into the gate. 2. Contract Truman's Ombudsman via email or telephone (USS Harry S. Truman or Navy.com webpage) to get that information. 3. If you can hurry and get it all together because hotel reservations will be sold-out fast. I hope this help. We Love You & Good Luck!! Peace & Love
lemonelephant.... I forgot to thank you for helping me out with username question last week. See, I'm still learning how to do Social media. hahahha Good Luck to You & your Sailor.
catsmom..... go online now and make your reservations for Rental full sized SUV..... also you might be eligible for discounts if you or family member's (you have to show proof at the time of pick-up) are: Government's Employee, AAA Auto Club or with another Auto Club, your personal auto Insurance make have Rental car discounts, Military, AARP Member, some Private Sectors offer Rental Cars Discounts for employee's..... you get the ideal now. Good Luck!!!!
N4M.......Y'all I'm having sooo much Fun with each and everyone of you girls. I have some very, very good Blessed News for you all a little later!!!! See I'm too Incited (this is word my oldest grandbaby will say when she was a overjoy toddler) now to tell it-- and I know, I didn't say Excited!!!! Sorry, U all just have to have patient & wait a little while longer. hahahaha! "Goodnight, I'm a young Retiree"!
Good morning, Coach wearing my red! Always do on Fridays. I found a red shirt with anchors! Will change into that one when I get off work..LOL
Carrie, thanks for the info on a full size SUV. Was hoping not to have to get one that big..lol have rented cars many times, but thanks for the help. You are Awesome! I hope I get to meet you at homecoming! TGIF have a good one everyone.
I was reading an email I got from Truman FRG- they're having a wine sale to celebrate the end of deployment and they mentioned the location of the Night Before meeting. Also, I checked the Ombudsman Facebook page and they posted some info for those not on the email list. Have a good Friday and great weekend!!!
Here is the link to the Truman website. Up at the top, you will see the links including the ombudsmen......just click on it and all the numbers will come up.
Hi Paula, yes I would for sure contact Ombudsman. They are extremely helpful. May take them a few days to get back to you but the wait is so worth the information. I spoke to them on the phone. Packets are still in the works and again Ombudsman will give you that info too. Good Luck!!!
Oh my gosh the wine glasses are such a good deal!!!!!! Consider it done. I don't know about this first kiss competition. Part of me thinks it's awesome but the other part of me doesn't want everyone staring and cheering haha but it's cute. Oh my gosh I'm starting to get nervous. ME!!! I'm never nervous. Can you tell this is our first deployment ^.^' Oh gosh. Have a good day ladies!!! Thanks for all of the encouraging and support. I know I don't post a lot but I read most of it and it's very nice to have. Prayers and blessings to all <3
Thanks for the welcome messages! Have not been on since I joined the group. His leave ends next week. What a long and wonderful time together! Feeling blessed.
Had contact with Ombudsman and what awesome information they were able to give, so if you haven't yet, and feel the need - do it - they eased a lot of my confusion -- that and a margarita!!!
GrandmaBarB, thank you for the info, as always can count on you for help!
Jan C that is awesome will give them a call Monday!
Still waiting on my banner, ordered it quite awhile ago..
Zang-mom, enjoy your time with your Sailor!
Going to order the wine and glasses for my girl, give her a memento from her deployment. :-)
I have all my information from Ombudsman now, "GOD is working it for me"!!! Today (February 22, 2014), I'm celebrating my BIG 60th BIRTHDAY!!!! I thank GOD for LIFE, everyone of you, and everybody else who who's is in my life good or bad. That why I'm sooo Happy-- it made me strong and the leader that I am today. I always, wanted to help somebody else out (paying it forward), because people have been there for my children, two grandbabies and ME!!!!
I will tell you all on Monday if nothing happen, why I was sooo incited not excited a couple of days ago (you will be in stiches laughing & Happy Dancing). Going to try to enjoy my birthday weekend, wish all of you all a great weekend also.
Hi ladies,
I haven't been here in a while. Life has thrown some curve balls at me(medical and personal) all is well now and hoping to get back in the groove. Here's to hoping 2014 will be a better year. I'm very excited for our Sailors return. I've been reading the posts and love the excitement going on here.
We're driving our sons jeep up from Florida (not looking forward to that drive)
I'm reading about a packet, emailing the Ombudsman and a night before gathering. Would it be possible to get some info on all of this.
I don't want to miss anything.
9 months is a long time not to see my only child. I'm sure you all feel the same pain I do. It's possible he may be home in Florida for my 50th. Birthday. That would be the best present ever!!!
Happy Birthday Carrie!!! LOOK OUT I am right behind you a 1955 model here, still chugging and moving forward!! We baby boomers are resilient!
I am looking forward to hugging and kidding my son! I warned him I might embarrass him and he said, not to worry because he is going to be acting like he is 3 again with me!! I can't wait!!!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Carrie! 1957 model here..LOL Have an awesome Birthday weekend!
Donna, hope 2014 is a better year for you, it already is with our Sailors coming home!
Have a goos Weekend everyone, God Bless all of our Sailors and all of You!
Help! I've been on navymoms since my sailor was in Boot Camp. Well, now he is headed to the USS Harry S. Truman, driving his car from prototype in NY to Norfolk. He left it for 3 weeks to come home, but it started up just fine last night. He spent the night with a buddy in Saratoga Springs, and left this morning.
Soo, his car's broken down. It's stalled on him about 3 times, each time restarting, but each time running for less time, and taking longer to restart. Finally not wanting to chance it overnight, he stopped in Georgetown, Delaware and is spending the night.
Anyone by any chance know anyone in that area, or who is passing through that area?
I'm really at a loss as to what to do. Any he's only 20, so not sure he could even rent a car.
ktrsb CVN-75 hi Im on a site on FB for military that need assistance on the road if anyone if available they could help him out are you on FB? would need more info the site i am on is called open homes for military
ktrsb CVN-75 Do you know if that is near Dover AFB if he is in the vicinity they may be able to help him. If he is on orders any military base can assist him.
ktrsb CVN-75 is he safe in a motel?? I don't know anyone in Delaware. I am praying for his safety! I have been in your shoes a number of times with kids traveling by themselves. He will figure it out with your guidance!! I would think there is a train nearby he could take if he can't find a mechanic to help him get his car on the road.
Yes, Gaisey, I should have mentioned, he did find a motel room. I have the identical car, and used to be a mechanic, so we are pretty sure it is the engine's computer. Expensive, hard to find, and needs a dealership to program it. Not sure what we are going to do short of putting it on a flatbed and letting him ride with it to Va.
I am glad he is safe, maybe the best alternative is to put it in storage in Georgetown then deal with this when he is on leave. He could probably take a bus to Norfolk, good luck to you and your sailor!!
Ktrsb tomorrow is Sunday, tell him to swallow his pride and put on his uniform and hoof it to the nearest church and ask the pastor or anyone who will listen for help. Most likely a few good people will come up with a solution to store the car and get him to Norfolk on time. Not to much to ask when all are in the house of The Lord!
If you are in the military or are a government employee, it doesn't matter what the rental company's age policies are—you can rent a car while traveling on official business as long as you're 18 years old and have a valid license. Plus, there is no underage surcharge for military/government personnel—one of the perks of serving your country!" You might want to call Hertz yourself and book the car and name your son as a driver. Good luck and God Bless
Candyliam's mom we can't say, but you can go to the USS Truman website and contact the Ombudsman for all kinds of good information. 757-572-7690 or first 6 #'s being the same, change last 4 to 4052, or 9473, or 6751 more info at www.truman.navy.mil/
Our Sailors must be really, really busy anyone hearing from any of their Sailors lately? Have a good weekend everyone!!! Another week closer and closers to hugging our Sailors!!!! YAYYYY!!!!
Got a short email from my girl this morning. Other than her razor attacking her leg, she is doing well. Busy with her job, studying for the advancement test and working out. Hope you hear from your Sailor soon Pam. It had been awhile since her last email.
rgriego
Which ship is it that had the pallets drop into the water?
Feb 20, 2014
Catsmom
Feb 20, 2014
Sherryl
they need a better system for the pallets that keep falling off the ship:/ but thats just my opinion I said to my daughter that's a lot of love and money going overboard! alex has received one of the 3 that are out there and I send packages to another sailor who had never received any mail so I sure hope he gets it! have a great day ladies and I really cant wait to see you all Im heading to AAA today to get my map trip tic I think they call it for CA to Norfolk:) we are staying at the Navy Lodge so any of you that will be there see ya soooooon:)
Feb 20, 2014
Sherryl
Feb 20, 2014
Sherryl
spring is very early here at my house! my trees are blooming like crazy! lol coulnd attach comment with picture! DUH!
Feb 20, 2014
Gaisey
My son wrote that he got his Valentine boxes full of goodie bags yesterday. He shared the joy!
Awe Sherryl nice pic! My plum is in full bloom too, started blooming before I could trim it. I had the guys leave it and trim the other sleeping trees and bushes. I used to do all myself, but I think it was worth the $$$ to have it done by professionals, all trees look great! I can't seem to post pics from my phone on here...
Feb 20, 2014
Sherryl
Gaisey same here didnt have time to trim them up and the fig tree the one in the from has new growth so really dont want to mess with it!
Feb 20, 2014
Jan C
I have us in the Hampton inn on Hampton Boulevard - right across from the docks. Of course, when I did a Google Earth, I spied a carrier with 75 on it's deck! Yahoo!!! Only ... it's waaaaaaaaaay down at the end. From the air, looks like a whole lotta parking, but I was advised by a Navy mom who has gone thru this - get there early to get a parking place and dress warm coz the breeze off the ocean can make it pretty chilly.
Feb 20, 2014
jlgsmgcgg
ok ladies!! I have seen alot of people making hotel reservations and I would like to do the same but if you do not know when the ship is coming home how do know when to make the reservations? Anything would help!!!!
Feb 20, 2014
Catsmom
I know the phone # for the ombudsman was posted, but I can't find it. Could someone post it again please. Want to make sure I get my packet. Thank you so much :-)
Trying to find a car to rent with enough room for my sailors gear and our luggage...any suggestions?
Jlgsmgcgg , contact the ombudsman, we can't post the date here. Security reasons. Wish I could help you.
Feb 21, 2014
carrie
jlgsmgcgg....Let me also help you out, with all due respect several of the ladies especially since jus before Valentine Day and everyday this week has been sharing all type of information's about this homecoming Events. Some of us find some time each day to read the blog since we all are trying very hard to line up all of our duck to make this Homecoming-- to get to see our Sailors and perhaps to meet one another. 1. Please email your Sailor to send you by snail mail (a letter with stamp) with the dated they expect to arrive to your home address. No one is allow to put that information on the internet for Safety & Security purpose. Tell your Sailor to give his Dept./Group the people names who is coming so they can put y'all names on the list to get into the gate. 2. Contract Truman's Ombudsman via email or telephone (USS Harry S. Truman or Navy.com webpage) to get that information. 3. If you can hurry and get it all together because hotel reservations will be sold-out fast. I hope this help. We Love You & Good Luck!! Peace & Love
Feb 21, 2014
carrie
lemonelephant.... I forgot to thank you for helping me out with username question last week. See, I'm still learning how to do Social media. hahahha Good Luck to You & your Sailor.
Feb 21, 2014
carrie
good Morning everybody!!!
catsmom..... go online now and make your reservations for Rental full sized SUV..... also you might be eligible for discounts if you or family member's (you have to show proof at the time of pick-up) are: Government's Employee, AAA Auto Club or with another Auto Club, your personal auto Insurance make have Rental car discounts, Military, AARP Member, some Private Sectors offer Rental Cars Discounts for employee's..... you get the ideal now. Good Luck!!!!
N4M.......Y'all I'm having sooo much Fun with each and everyone of you girls. I have some very, very good Blessed News for you all a little later!!!! See I'm too Incited (this is word my oldest grandbaby will say when she was a overjoy toddler) now to tell it-- and I know, I didn't say Excited!!!! Sorry, U all just have to have patient & wait a little while longer. hahahaha! "Goodnight, I'm a young Retiree"!
Feb 21, 2014
Coach Shelia
Feb 21, 2014
Coach Shelia
Yippee! Rock your Red shirts! Stay focused,patient and positive! Have a great day and even greater weekend!
Feb 21, 2014
Gaisey
Feb 21, 2014
Catsmom
Carrie, thanks for the info on a full size SUV. Was hoping not to have to get one that big..lol have rented cars many times, but thanks for the help. You are Awesome! I hope I get to meet you at homecoming! TGIF have a good one everyone.
Feb 21, 2014
mirca23
I was reading an email I got from Truman FRG- they're having a wine sale to celebrate the end of deployment and they mentioned the location of the Night Before meeting. Also, I checked the Ombudsman Facebook page and they posted some info for those not on the email list. Have a good Friday and great weekend!!!
Feb 21, 2014
GrandmaBarB
Catsmom.......
Here is the link to the Truman website. Up at the top, you will see the links including the ombudsmen......just click on it and all the numbers will come up.
http://www.truman.navy.mil/
Feb 21, 2014
mirca23
Feb 21, 2014
pam
Hi Paula, yes I would for sure contact Ombudsman. They are extremely helpful. May take them a few days to get back to you but the wait is so worth the information. I spoke to them on the phone. Packets are still in the works and again Ombudsman will give you that info too. Good Luck!!!
Feb 21, 2014
trish6794
Oh my gosh the wine glasses are such a good deal!!!!!! Consider it done. I don't know about this first kiss competition. Part of me thinks it's awesome but the other part of me doesn't want everyone staring and cheering haha but it's cute. Oh my gosh I'm starting to get nervous. ME!!! I'm never nervous. Can you tell this is our first deployment ^.^' Oh gosh. Have a good day ladies!!! Thanks for all of the encouraging and support. I know I don't post a lot but I read most of it and it's very nice to have. Prayers and blessings to all <3
Feb 21, 2014
Zanga-mom (CVN 75)
Thanks for the welcome messages! Have not been on since I joined the group. His leave ends next week. What a long and wonderful time together! Feeling blessed.
Feb 21, 2014
trish6794
Oh and then there's this:
Laughter is like medicine for the soul
For the heart love is like wine
When worldly things begin to take their toll
Cherish what you DO have and you'll be just fine
^.^ <3
Feb 21, 2014
Jan C
Had contact with Ombudsman and what awesome information they were able to give, so if you haven't yet, and feel the need - do it - they eased a lot of my confusion -- that and a margarita!!!
Feb 21, 2014
beenerjoan
Feb 21, 2014
Catsmom
Jan C that is awesome will give them a call Monday!
Still waiting on my banner, ordered it quite awhile ago..
Zang-mom, enjoy your time with your Sailor!
Going to order the wine and glasses for my girl, give her a memento from her deployment. :-)
Feb 21, 2014
too tall Joan
Just got back from watching Lone Survivor. I think some of my emotions through the movie was because of having a sailor not home right now.
Jan.C they are very helpful, I agree
I didn't order my banner yet but I have the website marked. All this snow and no school has my wallet a little low. Have a great weekend all.
Feb 21, 2014
carrie
Good morning Everybody!!!
I have all my information from Ombudsman now, "GOD is working it for me"!!! Today (February 22, 2014), I'm celebrating my BIG 60th BIRTHDAY!!!! I thank GOD for LIFE, everyone of you, and everybody else who who's is in my life good or bad. That why I'm sooo Happy-- it made me strong and the leader that I am today. I always, wanted to help somebody else out (paying it forward), because people have been there for my children, two grandbabies and ME!!!!
I will tell you all on Monday if nothing happen, why I was sooo incited not excited a couple of days ago (you will be in stiches laughing & Happy Dancing). Going to try to enjoy my birthday weekend, wish all of you all a great weekend also.
Feb 22, 2014
Donna (Christopher's Mom)
I haven't been here in a while. Life has thrown some curve balls at me(medical and personal) all is well now and hoping to get back in the groove. Here's to hoping 2014 will be a better year. I'm very excited for our Sailors return. I've been reading the posts and love the excitement going on here.
We're driving our sons jeep up from Florida (not looking forward to that drive)
I'm reading about a packet, emailing the Ombudsman and a night before gathering. Would it be possible to get some info on all of this.
I don't want to miss anything.
9 months is a long time not to see my only child. I'm sure you all feel the same pain I do. It's possible he may be home in Florida for my 50th. Birthday. That would be the best present ever!!!
Feb 22, 2014
Gaisey
I am looking forward to hugging and kidding my son! I warned him I might embarrass him and he said, not to worry because he is going to be acting like he is 3 again with me!! I can't wait!!!
Feb 22, 2014
Catsmom
Donna, hope 2014 is a better year for you, it already is with our Sailors coming home!
Have a goos Weekend everyone, God Bless all of our Sailors and all of You!
Feb 22, 2014
ktrsb CVN-75
Help! I've been on navymoms since my sailor was in Boot Camp. Well, now he is headed to the USS Harry S. Truman, driving his car from prototype in NY to Norfolk. He left it for 3 weeks to come home, but it started up just fine last night. He spent the night with a buddy in Saratoga Springs, and left this morning.
Soo, his car's broken down. It's stalled on him about 3 times, each time restarting, but each time running for less time, and taking longer to restart. Finally not wanting to chance it overnight, he stopped in Georgetown, Delaware and is spending the night.
Anyone by any chance know anyone in that area, or who is passing through that area?
I'm really at a loss as to what to do. Any he's only 20, so not sure he could even rent a car.
Feb 22, 2014
SHIPMOM14
Feb 22, 2014
Sherryl
ktrsb CVN-75 hi Im on a site on FB for military that need assistance on the road if anyone if available they could help him out are you on FB? would need more info the site i am on is called open homes for military
Feb 22, 2014
SHIPMOM14
Feb 22, 2014
Gaisey
Feb 22, 2014
ktrsb CVN-75
Yes, Gaisey, I should have mentioned, he did find a motel room. I have the identical car, and used to be a mechanic, so we are pretty sure it is the engine's computer. Expensive, hard to find, and needs a dealership to program it. Not sure what we are going to do short of putting it on a flatbed and letting him ride with it to Va.
Feb 22, 2014
Gaisey
Feb 22, 2014
too tall Joan
SHIPMOM14, yes we are driving down to homecoming. I am about 4 hours from Norfolk
Happy birthday Carrie, have a fabulous weekend.
ktrsb CV75 glad your sailor found a motel. Maybe he could see if Greyhound is nearby. I just stopped and said a prayer for your sailor. Keep us posted
Feb 23, 2014
ktrsb CVN-75
Gaisey/ Joan - yeah, we thought of the bus, but the nearest station is in Dover, 30 miles north.
Feb 23, 2014
Gaisey
Feb 23, 2014
Jan C
Ktrsb - according to Hertz's web site -- "
Military and Government Exception
Feb 23, 2014
Gaisey
Feb 23, 2014
Gaisey
Feb 23, 2014
trish6794
Happy birthday Carrie and Candyliamsmom!!!!!
Feb 23, 2014
ktrsb CVN-75
Feb 23, 2014
Catsmom
Happy Birthday Candyliamsmom!
I turned 57 on the 12th. Feb. is a good month..LOL
Feb 23, 2014
pam
Happy Birthday to all you February mamas!!
Our Sailors must be really, really busy anyone hearing from any of their Sailors lately? Have a good weekend everyone!!! Another week closer and closers to hugging our Sailors!!!! YAYYYY!!!!
Feb 23, 2014
Catsmom
Feb 23, 2014