Trish

Female

Saint Petersburg, FL

United States

Profile Information:

A little about me:
I have 4 kids - 3 girls and a son. Two of which are my step daughters...my son is the youngest, he is 19. He signs up for the Navy Thursday, Sept. 1st. And I am just sick over it. I am happy that he is doing something he really wants to do, but the thought of my "baby" leaving, makes me sick to my stomach. I know other parents go thru this, I just don't know how. I have been struggling with the "empty nest" thing for the last 5 months. But this is horrible. I have been encouraging him since he first told me, but I am also so sad.
I am here to support my
Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy career?
Waiting to leave for Boot Camp
When I heard “Navy,” I...
Was proud and encouraged it

Comment Wall:

  • Navy for Moms Admin

    Welcome to Navy For Moms!

    You will find this site very helpful and full of members who are eager to answer your questions.  Browse around the site and check out the forums, groups, blogs, photos, videos, and even the other member profiles!  

    If you haven’t already, please make sure that you review our Community Guidelines to learn the “Do’s and Don’ts” of the community. Also, check out this Internet OPSEC Safety Video.


    Enjoy your time here! I look forward (along with the community) to reading more about you! :) 

    -Colleen

  • MJ (Dan's Mom)

    I know how you feel Trish...I am proud my son went...he left for boot camp 8/17....but I am so very sad and missing him terrribly.
  • MJ (Dan's Mom)

    I know what you mean about the mixed feelings.....I tried not to cry in front of him, to just enourange him.....I am waiting for his first letter home....it's driving me crazy not to have gotten it yet!