chell (GM, Norfolk)

Female

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

United States

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A little about me:: I'm a first time Navy mom. My son, Evan, has wanted to join the Navy since he was really small (2nd grade, I think) and I'm so proud of him for his committment.
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

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Jul 29, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Idk what ship he's on. I thought I had to wait until he writes to find out. He left the same day your son did, so maybe they are together.

Aug 2, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Guess what?! Just found out our boys are together! Had 2 call his recruiter. My don is Antonio. I'm Marcia (mar see a). Now we can help each other get thru this.

Aug 3, 2011
Momof3 (B's Mom)

Hey Neighbor! My daughter lives in NC, shes married to Sgt USMC and that is where he is stationed. She flew to GL from NC. I wish she still lived here... They were at Camp Pendleton for 3 years.

Aug 3, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Idk cuz I'm @ work, but I know my other son would tell me if it was there. So I'm assuming not yet. :-(

Aug 5, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Hi Chell, how r u 2day? Just checkn 2 make sure u & Evans girl(whatsher name?) r ok. Still no letter 4 me. This isn't a good day.

Aug 6, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

LOL, LOL!! THAT'S ME IN THE PIC!!! HAHA!! Must be the Oil of Olay! :-) That's a great compliment, thanx. Yes I have another son, 21, wants to go to the Navy as well. He's not quite as motivated as Antonio, but I think seeing his little brother leave has lit a fire under him. Hope so!! I also have a 14 yr old daughter. HIGH SCHOOL!! She misses Tone like crazy!! I feel bad for her. She asked if she could keep one of his shirts that came home in the box. We are all looking forward to PIR with great eagerness!!

Aug 8, 2011
Michele(SHIP 11 DIV 317)

Looks like our kids are in the same group Div 317 Ship 11. My son said it's an integrated group. So I bet he is liking that. I didn't get to read the letter yet. I'm at work and my daughter couldn't wait for me to get home so she opened it. She said he sounded good and likes the group he is in. He even put little smiley faces on it...lol...

Aug 8, 2011
Michele(SHIP 11 DIV 317)

My son is Zac. I've written letters to him but have not mailed them yet. I was waiting for the form letter since I could not get in touch with his recruiter. It's so good to know where he is and to kind of know who he is with lol. I will have to ask him who he knows in his Div.

Aug 8, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Chell u got me excited 4 a quick second when I saw wk 3. LOL! Then I thought about it & start adding up days & said, "Aw hell!" I'm sitting here trying not 2 keep running 2 the mailbox. He didn't come yet. I'm trying not 2 get my hopes up, but I will b terribly disappointed if it doesn't come 2day.

Aug 8, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Yay!! I'm so happy u got yours too! Doesn't it feel good?!!

Aug 8, 2011
Michele(SHIP 11 DIV 317)

Where is your son going for A school? My son is headed to Pensacola for AC(Air Traffic Control).

Aug 9, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

He sounded really good. im much more relaxed now. i think i can make it now! lol

Aug 9, 2011
Deborah (CTT son)

I left some info on the 317 Discussion group regarding some information that I learned about our division if you are interested.

Aug 10, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

Hey! I'm just stopping thru 2 make sure you & Rhea are doing ok. Our boys are about to begin week 3!!! Time is going fast I think.

Aug 12, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

yeah, im actually doing much better since i got the letter. he wrote, "YOU SHOULD KNOW BETTER THAN TO THINK I WOULDNT BE OK, SHAME ON YOU!" haha, i had to laugh cuz i can see him shaking that long finger @ me saying "tsk tsk" so ever since then, ive been ok. just counting down the time, and wishing daily for a letter. im glad you are doing better. as time goes on i know it will be easier, well i hope so.

Aug 13, 2011
iluvalysa

hi chell, yes i did join the group and im looking forward to meeting as many mom in Alysas div. as i can, my name is Tammy. im still waiting for a letter, did get one yet, i miss her so much. my nephews graduated from the navy and iv never heard of the meet and greet, if i can get my husband and Alysas dad to go i will be there.

Aug 16, 2011
lemonelephant

Hi, thanks for the Friend request. I hope that you are finding what you need on N4M and within the group. I am glad that you are getting involved. I hope that we can be here to support each other for a while. Take care and blessings to you and yours.

Aug 16, 2011
RED (Ship 11 Div 317)

I told Deborah about the group that has the names of some SR's that aren't receiving mail. It's in the boot camp moms discussions. It is really sad to think some could be there without anyone!

Aug 30, 2011
diannep

I think you are correct on the BS date. Fits in with what I figured! I have put it down for that day....let me know if you hear differently! Thanks for letting me know.

Sep 2, 2011
diannep

M/T 9/19-9/20 we think.

Sep 12, 2011