Tobianne

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Hey! Ok, I didn't put any of those things in there. I just set up the 8/6 group by putting the PIR name in (remember the whole 2010) and then the description of who is in it (up to you how you want to word it-) When it took me to the next page, I hit "skip" Then it was done. Try that and see what happens. I'll be on here for awhile. Post again if you get it done, or have problems!

Hmmm....thinking maybe I should have put in a url thingie! HA! You can see that when it comes to computers, I have no clue! But somehow, I was able to set up the 8/6 group without that (see post below). I probably just can't post a "link" on boot camp for moms to click on because I didn't do that when setting it up. But oh well...35 have joined already so they are finding it!

Uh oh. Do you want me to try? I don't mind trying, but may run into the same thing you did. OR...do you want to contact SOBE and ask her? I don't think she is on line right now, but you can leave her a comment and she will let you know. I just have a feeling she is much more computer saavy than I am! Either way...just let me know. I would be glad to try. The "group name" is PIR 8/13/2010, and then you fill in the description. Something like: A group for those with recruits graduating 8/13/2010 to share info and support....something like that.

sure try that would be great. Thanks so much. If it does not work than I will contact Sobe.

DONE! Now, you can join it. Weird because when I typed in PIR 8/13/2010, it automatically filled in the group address box? Who knows??? :-) Also, you posted back to yourself rather than to me (see below). HA! I was doing the same thing until someone told me. Make sure to hit the "comment back" choice under the person's comment you want to comment on. I had a feeling that you may have done this and that is why I checked your page again. Ok...join your group now!

Hey! I posted on the PIR site for you. I would give the PAO office a call about finding a chaplain. I put the number on the PIR site....time is of the essence, obviously, and I'm not sure you can wait on the recruiter. I'm so sorry you all are going through this...

You're very welcome. Well, I agree....if at all possible, it may be best that she not know right now. I just was worried about others telling her. I'm glad you have all bases covered on that! WHEWW! So sad that this happened. I hope her friend is doing ok....or as well as can be expected right now with what happened.

Just checking in to see how you're doing?

Hi TobiAnne, my daughter left on the 15th of June. Were from Lorain, Ohio. Her Ship is 6 and Div 939. What is your daughter on? Sorry it took awhile to reply I'm not too good on this yet. Are you going to meet & greet on the 12th?

I know what you mean with work, we put in for our vacation as soon as we found out the PIR date, be careful driving and I hope your husband can go too, I'm sure your daughter will want to see him also.

I think that is a combination of the Postal Service and the Navy...but hey "You got mail"! So how is boot camp going...

You are so right Tobi....it would be hard even for a seasoned sailor...what did you decide to do...what a difficult choice you had to make....when does your son leave

Wow he can change jobs easily...my son's recruiter said it was incredibly hard to change jobs...some young people here have waited more than a year to get in...my son signed up in June and is going in Sept. which the recruiter said is almost unheard of....lol It took him 2 trips to MEPS to get a job...he is actually part of Cardinal Company which goes to St. Louis Aug. 29th and then to boot on Sept. 4th or 5th...not sure which...so maybe our boys will be there at the same time.

I left you for a message in your inbox. :) Thanks again for your information.

Thanks for adding me!!!

Suzi

I made one for you too!! :D

aw.. yeah I totally forgot you weren't going to the meet&greet.. but we'll try to find you before PIR starts :)

Hey...we're in Solon.....not really close, but in the same state, lol...

Tobianne. If the adress changes, she will call and give it to you. But we are not thinking that way! She is going to MAKE IT! And we suggest that letters not be mailed to the recruits less than 10 days before PIR because they most likely wont get them...and they are usually not forwarded. Don't worry...I'm sure she knows you have not forgotten about her! We're praying!

Tobianne, I will be praying for Kayla. I know what you are going through. My son came very very close to being Asmoed. The running was always a challenge, but he had been put on Limited Light Duty, the week before his 2nd PFA test. (he had terrible blisters on his feet). He failed his 2nd PFA test. His Chief stood over him as he made the phone call to us. His chief said that he might have to be set back several weeks if he did not pass his Final PFA. I was so upset and worried. I am so grateful to Dianne for all of her advice and support. I also thankful for the moms , girlfriends and wives of Sailors in my division. We all prayed together for my son and he passed his 3rd PFA. I know your daughter will be ok and she will make it through this hard time.
God Bless
Sandy.

Hey, Tobianne, I know what you mean about finding it a challenge to go to church. For 7 years I had to work Night Shift at my job. My schedule was: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. I finally got to a place where I decided to just say stop worrying about money and trust the Lord. I went back to school and slowly cut down my hours, until I was able to take a leap of faith and quit all together. At first my husband was not too happy with my decision, but then he saw how much more relaxed I was. We started going back to church and spending more family time together. No mater what, we just have to make time for our families and church. It is hard not to let life get in the way. There are times even now that I don't go to church when I should.

I know your daughter will be ok. AS long as your daughter doesn't give up on herself, the Navy won't give up on her. When my son was going through his challenging time. I prayed a lot and wrote very encouraging letters to him. I told him not to give up.

After my son's PIR, I asked him about what he did to pass his run. He told me that every night after lights out, he would get out of his bunk and work out for an hour or more. He said that where he worked out (at the end of his bunk by the wall, was the Chiefs office). He told me that Chief never stopped him. When my son told me this, I cried.
I think that boot camp is difficult but it is character building. This experience will make Kayla into a stronger and an even better person.

Sandy :)