janlee

Female

Blairsville, PA

United States

Profile Information:

A little about me:: I am the mother of two boys, ages 21 and 19. My oldest son Mitch, attends college in Pa, and my younger son Max joined the Navy on Dec. 1st 2010. He graduated from BC on 2/4/11 and is now in Groton CT for Sub school. I live in rural Pa. with my husband of 22 years. I am a stay-at-home mom who is now learning what 'empty nest' really means. I am a devoted mom and want nothing more than for my boys to be happy, whatever it is they is they choose to do in life. My interests are movies and music. I can talk about both of these subjects forever. lol.
I am here to support my: Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy career?: Enlisted
When I heard “Navy,” I...: Was proud and encouraged it
The Navy offers opportunities that...: The Navy is a lot stricter than i thought. I also found that they seem to respect the recruits family. Which is a good thing.
Our Navy experience so far...: It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.

Comment Wall:

HockeyMom

Jan

I just got text from my son, he has not spoke with your son today, my son has been with his gf all day, but he will again, tell your son that you want a call.

Feb 13, 2011
hisbiggestfan(Ship 11 Div 061)

my son has "officially" joined the rank of sailor... he has ink !!! he followed his older brother's lead (ex-Navy) and now proudly carries his family crest on his arm. i'm not a big tattoo fan, but i definitely understand the desire to permanently pay tribute to something that has impacted your life in a major way. if a tattoo was inevitable, the fact that he is that proud of his heritage, speaks volumes. the "boy" NEVER ceases to amaze me <3

Feb 22, 2011
joshswife (ship 12 div 094)

hi my hubby is going to bess school very shortly he graduayes bc on 3/11 my question is if he gets a choice to be FT,ET or the other one?

Feb 23, 2011
joshswife (ship 12 div 094)

Thank you so much:) you were alot of help...I have another question though, how was his liberty for pir weekend. Like did he fly out on sunday, monday just wondering.

Feb 25, 2011
diannep

Hey, Jan! SO glad that you are helping in the groups...because you give great advice and we NEED people like that. We have had some others in the past....usually gfs...who have jumped on and given wrong advice. UGH! One who did this ....her sailor broke up with her at PIR....and she still was coming on to give "incorrect" advice! So....you are giving "spot on" advice and we veterans like that! So keep up the good work and join as many groups as you like! You can find all of the current PIR groups on my page, if you haven't seen them already.

Yes, I started the 3/4 group. But actually what happened was that one person had started it as a discussion group within the BootCamp group...and I asked her to form a group instead before all joined the discussion group....she didn't answer me right away, so I went ahead and started it, but made both her and another lady administrators so that they have control of it. I actually had 2 August PIR groups also that I started....8/6 and 8/13. I had more control in those groups and loved it....but it is time consuimg! So I was glad to turn over control on the 3/4 group to Meg and CNM. Jessica and I are still trying to have the creators of the PIR groups add one of us on there as an administrator in case something happens to the creator or they she can't be on much (so we can delete comments if necessary). The 3/11 group is unattended with no administrators added....she is around but doesn't post. And I had asked her to add her division #s at the top and asked if she wanted to insert a page icon picture....never got a response from her. Ugh.....but oh well...they're getting there! I think Jessica is the one who gets on Bootcamp or the DEP groups and encourages them to start their PIR groups....she is really good about that!

So welcome to the veteran group and keep up the good work! We love your help! Have a wonderful weekend!

Dianne

Feb 25, 2011
britt24

Hey Jan! yes that video was awesome :) I just hope I can get through this. I really dont wana be negative about the whole situation. I'd really like to have full trust in him. But its not that easy for me.....its just making me question if im going to be able to be without him for months or a year...thats alot of time. Oh and question do you know what seaman pact is or something thats what he went in under no set job just seaman something like that. I dont know for how long his A school is or where or nething. I was looking it up but couldnt find anything. If you know and could answer id appreciate it:) and thankyou again

Mar 3, 2011
diannep

I wondered why my group page looked different? Now I know! I'll have to emall Jessica about that. Strange! Maybe she found out that there will be no 4/22 group???? I'll let you know! Thanks!

Mar 4, 2011
diannep

Yes, Jessica told me. Ijust joined the group. "Freebird" was dealing with cancer too...I guess hearing that her daughter didn't put her on the guest list for PIR was too much for her. She seemed to be reaching out to anyone to talk....dealing with cancer must be hard enough without all of that going on. Poor thing.

Mar 4, 2011
diannep

Good morning! Can you post your "sarge" info on the 3/25 site? There is a lady on there looking for transporation around GL...too young to rent a car. I'm thinking that may be the way for her go to. Sounds like he is very helpful Thanks!

Mar 10, 2011
Kellymcd11

Jan your pictures are beautiful. I am going to try and figure out how to put my pictures up.

Mar 11, 2011
Kellymcd11

disregard my msg I just found you ...lol

Mar 12, 2011
rose

Hi Jan, my name is Rose and im Sam's mom. He is a grad n go but staying in GL. Do i need to take his things in a black backpack? What about clothes? Cellphone and things like that?

Mar 21, 2011
annamichael

Hi Jan! No.. I don't think so :) All's good..No worries. I just got Michael's contacts from his house today, and will mail them tomorrow. I'm nervous he'll have an issue...:\

Apr 6, 2011
annamichael

Oh no! Okay, "no goodie packages" noted. I want to send him things in the box, along with the contacts/solution. Do you have any ideas? I'm a Kindergarten teacher (Haven't been to school all week though - sinus infection).. So I know I could get the kiddies to do something precious.. but I'm not sure what?

I cannot believe girls get make up and curling irons??!! That's wild. YAY for them! I know they are missing it.

Apr 6, 2011
annamichael

NO! I've never heard that story! That's too cute. I'm going to (hopefully) go to work tomorrow and think of something special. I know he'll enjoy anything. Thanks for the ideas!!

Apr 6, 2011
MirrorMaiden88

Lol...I have noticed that about the A school group...I have been spoiled by the PIR group. They are so wonderful about answering every question I have! So, my main question about BESS is about whether or not he can have his cell phone? I have read they can and then he said he would have to be phased up...I am a little confused!lol And that is wonderful that you get to spend 7 days with him, I cannot wait to have some time to spend with my husband!

Apr 11, 2011
MirrorMaiden88

Oh my goodness thank you so much for all of that info! I can now breathe a little easier knowing that at least he gets his cell phone! I do plan on waiting with him at the airport... this has taught me to cherish every second with that I get to spend with him. Again, thank you so much for answering my question and I hope you have a wonderful week with your son!:)

Apr 12, 2011
annamichael

Thank you so much for your reassurance. Before Michael went to bootcamp he was always having to be strong for me. I was a basketcase. Crying because I was terrified of him leaving. He had NO IDEA what he was getting into when he left in February. Now that I have LEARNED SO MUCH through this site and friends like you, I am the stronger one. I know it's because I'm able to jump ahead in the future and see what lies ahead of him by talking with others they have already been through it. So, it's like the tables have turned. I have to be strong for him and guide him, and he is just having to go through it.

Hearing you say A school is better makes me SO happy. I'm looking forward to it so much. From your pictures, I see your son has a GF. How are they doing with all this?

Thank you again for all the thoughts and encouragement! :)

Apr 12, 2011
MirrorMaiden88

Ok I have a question in my husbands letter he said he would only be granted on base liberty! Does this happen a lot or do the rdcs like to scare them? I am asking on every posts I can think of lol I was just really counting on even just a few hours of alone time with him!

Apr 14, 2011
MirrorMaiden88

I was wondering if you could explain to me how the airport situation works (when I get to sit with him until his flight leaves). I s there a certain gate I meet him at? How do I know what time to meet him there? And where do I get the gate pass to sit with him?lol I know its a bunch of questions but I am trying to get everything figured out before I leave. Thank you so much for everything!:)

Apr 16, 2011