Mineman Moms

My son is graduating on 12/6/2013, any other MN moms have kids around that time.  Son told me he just met someone with the same rating but didn't say his name.

Hi Everyone, I just joined the MN moms site and I don't know if this is the same site or different. (sorry newbie here LOL) My son is currently at GL for BC and his PIR is 1/10/14. His recruiter told him he would be leaving straight from PIR and going to Texas for A school, but from what I see that isn't so. It looks like the A school for MN now is in SD and that first they stay in GL for a few weeks for IT training then go to SD. Is this true? I only have my hotel booked until Saturday because I thought he was flying out to Texas. If he's staying in GL then I can spend the whole weekend with him and I'll have to get the hotel for another 2 nights. If anyone can help, It would be deeply appreciated :)

Hello everyone. I am new MN Mom. My son gives me little details about what training he is doing and only shares the fun stuff. Glad to hear him a good spirits. It appears that he has completed his training and deploys in January. I am feel so lost and don't know what to expect.

Hi MADre, I'm also new here. I know how lost I feel and my sons only in BC. That's why I'm so glad for sites like this so we can go through these things together. Does your son know where he will be going yet?

Hi Alice, not sure what BC means. My son will be stationed in Bahrain for 18 months. I know he is excited and looking forward but I can't seem to share the same excitement with my worries and concerns. I got use to the long distance except this time it is too far away from home.

MADre, sorry BC is boot camp. Hopefully you will be able to communicate with your son while he's in Bahrain, either through computer or phone. I don't know how that part works. After the 18 months will he be going back to San Diego?

Hi alice. My son mentioned 18 moths in Bahrain but not sure if he will be returning to Sand Diego. He sounds very excited to travel but as all moms we worry no matter how close or far they are. Enjoy your visit with yours after BC- Boot Camp!!

Any Mineman mommy's in Houston, TX?

Alice-

Mineman A school hasn't been in Tx for 2-3 years. My son had PIR on nov 2, 2012. Then he moved over to th main base at GL and stayed there until early Feb for ATT (advanced technical training). After that, he went to San Diego for A school, C school and additional training. He just left for Bahrain. There is a lot of training before the are actually sent anywhere. Hope this is helpful!  PS My son's recruiter gave him all sorts of wrong info. You aren't alone there!

Has anyone decided to make your own ribbons (blue/yellow)? My son is visiting for the holidays and I am confused on which color to use. I was almost certain YELLOW but isn't it for DEPLOYMENT?

I'm new to this website and so far I love it! My son joined as a mineman and is currently in BC, graduation date of Jan.24 2014. Miss him but I'm very proud!

Welcome Esther1995- I too am new to the site and have found good support here.

GloriaC- Thank you for all the information. I didn't even know that they went to C school or additional training. That makes me a happy mom, means he will be in the states longer. And more time for me to visit with him :) I think these recruiters need to take a class every now and then to keep up with new information. If it wasn't for you  guys I'd have no idea what's going on. Thank You

Only 7 more days until I get to see him for Xmas! I feel so blessed we were picked to do the adopt a sailor program. Just praying for good weather, his dad and I are driving from NJ.

I am still wondering why he decided on a minesweeper? His first mentioned EOD I thought Hurt Locker. I am concerned about his decisions and as his deployment date gets closer I am getting more nervous.

Hi, Esther! Welcome! The time in BC will go faster than you think. I understand your feeling proud of your son. When I dropped him off for BC, I hugged him and told him to remember, every day, that I love him and I'm proud of him.

Thanks for the schooling info GloriaC,,nobody seems to know much about the minemen career, that we have asked. I'm so thankful for this website

Hi Everyone, hope all is well. I have a few questions, after they graduate and go to their A school, do they also need civilian clothes to wear like on the weekends? Also is it just a room with a bed that their in or is it like a dorm room at college with a television, mini fridge, desk etc.

Hi Alice - Yes they will need a few pieces to lounge around or hang out with friends when they go out to tour the city. Room size may vary depend on the number of room-mates. A care package with goodies like snacks and essentials will help too.

My sailor has been home since Christmas and he is spending a lot of time sleeping and playing xbox. He said while in San Diego he is either underway or in his room playing or sleeping. This is not like him and I am concerned.

MADre- Thank you for the info. I'm sure everything is going to be good with your son, Does he have a close friend that maybe could come over and just hang with him and play xbox and talk? sometimes it's easier to let their friends know if anything is on their mind instead of us. Prob just enjoying being able to relax and sleep and not having to be on a schedule.

Have a Great New Years Eve everyone and wishing all of you a Very Happy and Healthy 2014!!!

Hi Everyone, hope all is well. Just praying for good weather for PIR next Friday, right now we're snowed in and Governor has declared a state of emergency.:(

Does anyone know if the Navy requires a specific kind of watch for them to wear. I was thinking about getting one for his graduation but don't want to get the wrong kind.

Happy to report my Sailor is doing really well. He settled in really quick and met up with his crew. He is visiting the city and exploring the culture. I am glad to hear him in good spirit. 

I honestly believe we as moms don't give our self enough credit when our children tell us "Mom, I got this!!"

Hi! My son's PIR was 3/14/14 and he recently started class in GL. What is the normal time being there? I also understand that he will then go to Cali and then he will find out where he will be stationed. Are there only a few places they can be stationed?

Thanks for all help!!!

My son graduated ATT school in Great Lakes yesterday 3rd in his class.  He is very excited about his next part of his journey in San Diego.  He will be on hold for awhile but anxious just to be in a new place!  Anyone out there have one going to mineman class in San Diego in about a month?

That's awesome Minemom!  My son is so anxious to finally be a part of the Big Picture!  Had orientation today for school in San Diego.... he already loves it there! 

My son is in San Diego right now. He has been there since 5/14/14. Just started his classes yesterday!!!! So excited!

Where is the C school or is the Guam Bahrain Japan and Charleston the choices for that?

That's good to know!! And that is 13 weeks? How long is C school?

Thank goodness! I am so ready to see my sailor!!!

Hello! I've been reading all the comments and I see that someone said school is not in tx? But in Cali? What's up with the false information?

My son just finished school in Great Lakes and is waiting to leave for San Diego in January for school there.  He is training for Mineman

the school in Great Lakes was 9 weeks, then San Diego is 19 weeks.  The rate he wanted was not available so he chose Mineman, so far he likes it but said the 3rd week of school was the hardest.