Hi Friends, I'm am the Navy Mom who makes ribbons and many other items you have heard about. The ribbons are to wear to PIR (and Meet and Greet). They are a great way to show how proud you are of your sailor and also a great way to recognize other members of N4M's. Most divisions order the Navy colored ribbons with gold or silver letters. They are not too frilly so they are suitable for men as well. The 800 divisions usually order black with gold letters. If you want ribbons make sure you order them at least a week before you leave for PIR so you get them on time. I can do overnight shipping but it is about $18.00 so it is best to order early. I take checks, money orders and PayPal. Send me a friend request and I will send you the info for ordering the ribbons. You can see sample pics of the ribbons and many of the other items I make here on my page or you can visit my facebook page and my website.Check out My Face Book page: Unique Memory Makers, be sure and "like" my page. You can also get to my facebook page through a link on my website.
Our Navy Journey:
I have a daughter who joined the Navy in April 2010, she had PIR in July, and was on a chartered flight to Pensacola. She was in the performing division at boot camp and was in the choir. She got engaged right after boot camp and got married during A-school. She is now finished with school and is an AO. Her husband left for boot camp 4 days after they got married and is now finished with school. They are currently based in VA. If you have any questions at all I am happy to help just let me know.
WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP---- Sometime during the summer months or even before check out the group Navy for Mom's Holiday Project. Each year they choose a group of sailors to send Christmas stockings filled with goodies. You can get your friends, your church, your local schools to help and maybe next year we will have so many people helping that we can do more than one ship. How awesome would that be. It doesn't matter if you can send one box or 50. All is greatly appreciated. And it is so much fun. We made our own Christmas cards to send with the 15 stockings and goodie bags that our family did together. We had a great time doing it and you will too.
You may contact me here on N4M's by sending me a friend request or you can send me a message on my FaceBook page. You can also send me a private email message to uniquememorymakers@yahoo.com. I look forward to hearing from you and would be happy to make ribbons for you to wear to PIR and show support for your Sailor. Thanks so much :-)
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When I heard “Navy,” I...
Needed to learn more about it
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Cherish every minute you have with your sailor. Expect things to not go as planned and be very flexible. Look forward to the next adventure your sailor will have..... I repeat Be Flexible.... Expect craziness and hope and pray for calmness. And One more thing.... Do Not try to drive 16 hours up and 18 hours back by your self in 3 days!!!!!! IT is CrAzy.... I recommend You FLY :)
Our Navy experience so far...
It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.
just trying to make sure i reach you for some ribbons needed by may 30th...my email address is singlelady3@hotmail.com thanks for emailing me with some info on the ribbons. i'm a new navy mom and would love to take ribbons to the pir! thank you!
Thank you Lora for your kind words. My overwhelming experience on Navy 4 Moms has been very positive. This is the first time I've encountered someone who wanted to be confrontational rather than supportive. I will remember you and Dianne and Jessica. Not the crabby lady :)
Hi Lala Ribbon Queen, just got my sons PIR ribbons. They are beautiful. Gave me a tear in my eyes cause I just got the "I'm a sailor" call yesterday. thank you so much. Mary Ann
i received ribbons and a tote bag today from lala ribbon queen!! they look great...please if you all need anything for your sailor's graduation get it from lala ribbon queen...thank you!!
hi, i am jennionthegulfs mother, my grandson is in the ship7, 226 division. I have been just reading all the comments lately and it makes me feel more secure knowing others are with my grandson that are on here also. I tried to join the facebook page, but i guess it didnt work for me. have a good evening everyone, and bless those sailors to be.
LOOOVE my beautiful ribbons! Really enjoyed talking with you and REALLY looking forward to our Navy4Mom mini get together in Palm Harbor next Wednesday! It will be great to meet you and the other ladies who are coming! Let the PIR celebration begin!
Hi Lala, Do most families get the first or last name on their ribbon. My son will always be Brendan to me but I know the Navy calls him Hutchins. Help. Thanks. Terry
Thanks Lala. I got my order placed. I also printed out the questionnaire. We'll see how much he fills out & if he sends it back. The funny part for me is question 22. I've already told him I would come up there & kick some butt if needed. I'm a Muay Thai fighter in training for a fight coming up in Aug. They may out weigh me but I can kick them in the head.lol. I'm currently pretty banged up from a sparring session last friday. I hope it clears up completely before his graduation. I thought my nose may be broken but thankfully it isn't. Let me know if I need to kick some butts for you other women.haha. Thanks again Lala!!
Hi..Just panicking a little because I haven't gotten my ribbons yet. I sent to order but had trouble with paypal-so I sent a money order with the order no#. Could you check on it for me. Patrice Finn 1966 Lakes Edge Drive, Newburgh, IN 47630 I order four ribbons.
Hello Lala It's Veronica. Was just curious if my ribbons were shipped out? I am going to be out of town and then fly out on the 1st to Chicago.Thank you Lala.
Hi Lala, want 2 sets of ribbons, my SR is in the ship 11/div 302 for PIR 9.21. Could you let me know how much and wehere to mail check and all. What info do you need? thanks
I would so buy a Navy Mom phone purse. I was having a heck of a time keeping my phone with me while waiting for that first call. Don't know how many times I jumped up searching for it in a panic. And my suits have no pockets so I had to hide it in my bra while at work LOL!
I envision one side saying Navy Mom, and the other with this picture:Then, if anybody asked, I could just point to that picture :) Waddya think?
Lala-I just sent a friend request, didn't send the message with it. My daughter and stepson both have PIR on 9/14. would there be any way to get both divisions on our ribbons? and if I send a check would I still be able to get my ribbons in time?
Hi Lala - I want to order 3 ribbons for my sons PIR on 9-28. If I order them now, will I receive before the 27th (that is the day I am flying from FL to IL). Thanks!
Hi, I have an SR with a PIR 9/28/12 and just saw all the beautiful ribbons you sell. Do you have a website where I can order some? This has been such an incredible experience and its just the beginning. I hope some day I will be able to share my "mom wisdom" with others just as you all have for us newbie moms. My son is in Div 820 so don't know if that makes a difference with the ribbons. I already found a scarf with the stars and stripes as well as shoes. Thank you so much for all your help.
Lala - I am from NC and will be in Asheville this coming weekend (9/22/12) - is there a way I can get some ribbons for our PIR on 10/12/12 while we are there? Thanks so much!
Hello Lala ... my son is in ship 12 div 308 & graduates on the 28th but i cant seem to find much information on this site about it...would you know if their PR date was changed??
Hi Lala I just received our beautiful ribbon, they are absolutely amazing! I surprised my husband with his and he actually geared up when he saw Proud dad! And I spoke with our Sr for the 1st time, such a great day! Count down to PIR, 6 days! Thank you so much!
Hi! I just sent you a friend request! I ordered Ribbons for 10/12 PIR and choose the order and call. I tried calling but it's not going through. Can you send me a message on what to do?
Silly question, is it too late to order ribbons and have it here in Las Vegas by Wednesday? I am such a procrastinator, stupid me! :( Let me know, thanks!
I just sent you a friend request. I would like to order 5 ribbons for my son, Victor PIR date is 11/16/2012 and his ship 2 div 901. Not sure what the colors are, but can you please send me more information? Thank you, Denise
Hi is it too late to order ribbons for Friday? Another mom told me I could get them at my hotel? Please email or call me. Thank you.
4tifney@gmail.com
832-425-9997
Not just for PIR, Lala, thought you would like to know that the beautiful ribbon you made for my sailor's July PIR was a very special addition to my military day outfit for spirit week in the high school where I teach!! I plan to sport it on Election Day too, Thank you for your beautiful work !
singlelady
just trying to make sure i reach you for some ribbons needed by may 30th...my email address is singlelady3@hotmail.com thanks for emailing me with some info on the ribbons. i'm a new navy mom and would love to take ribbons to the pir! thank you!
May 3, 2012
Sharon-Erin's Mom
Please email me with information about the ribbons and the scrapbook stuff!
pawspg@msn.com
Thanks SO much!
May 6, 2012
Highdesertmom Ship 07 Div 170
Is it too late for ribbons for 6/1/12? I will need 4 and what would the cost be?
May 10, 2012
Highdesertmom Ship 07 Div 170
ok thank you I will have to think on that.
May 10, 2012
laurelbc 11/180
Thank you Lora for your kind words. My overwhelming experience on Navy 4 Moms has been very positive. This is the first time I've encountered someone who wanted to be confrontational rather than supportive. I will remember you and Dianne and Jessica. Not the crabby lady :)
May 10, 2012
kathyrc(Ship03DIV175)PIR 6/08/12
Lala - Thank you and right back atchya!!!
May 12, 2012
Mary Ann ship 09 div165
Hi Lala Ribbon Queen,
I would like to order ribbons for my sons PIR on 6/1/12. Can you tell me how I can order them? Thank you, Mary Ann shop 09 div165
May 15, 2012
candy (ship 07/div 163)
Hi Lala,
I would like to order ribbons for my son also. His PIR is 6/1. Can you tell me how plz. Thanks so much, Candy
May 16, 2012
MyLAS (My Lips are SEALed)
Hello,
about how long does it take for the ribbons to get to me after I order?
May 19, 2012
keoquilts-corpsman mom
Please send me info on your ribbons. prices, etc...i sent you a friend msg. thank you...
May 20, 2012
Mary Ann ship 09 div165
Hi Lala Ribbon Queen, just got my sons PIR ribbons. They are beautiful. Gave me a tear in my eyes cause I just got the "I'm a sailor" call yesterday. thank you so much. Mary Ann
May 25, 2012
singlelady
i received ribbons and a tote bag today from lala ribbon queen!! they look great...please if you all need anything for your sailor's graduation get it from lala ribbon queen...thank you!!
May 29, 2012
Beth'sMom2.0
Lala you dont' happen to make die cut vinyl bumper stickers do you?
Jun 5, 2012
patsgrandma
hi, i am jennionthegulfs mother, my grandson is in the ship7, 226 division. I have been just reading all the comments lately and it makes me feel more secure knowing others are with my grandson that are on here also. I tried to join the facebook page, but i guess it didnt work for me. have a good evening everyone, and bless those sailors to be.
Jun 7, 2012
AliciaG (Ship 12, DIV 204)
Hi Lala!
LOOOVE my beautiful ribbons! Really enjoyed talking with you and REALLY looking forward to our Navy4Mom mini get together in Palm Harbor next Wednesday! It will be great to meet you and the other ladies who are coming! Let the PIR celebration begin!
Jun 22, 2012
Momship
hi lala, do you know of a group for mwd?
Jun 26, 2012
rnterry 04/817 PIR 7/27 alumni
Hi Lala, Do most families get the first or last name on their ribbon. My son will always be Brendan to me but I know the Navy calls him Hutchins. Help. Thanks. Terry
Jul 2, 2012
cherylhubb
Thanks Lala. I got my order placed. I also printed out the questionnaire. We'll see how much he fills out & if he sends it back. The funny part for me is question 22. I've already told him I would come up there & kick some butt if needed. I'm a Muay Thai fighter in training for a fight coming up in Aug. They may out weigh me but I can kick them in the head.lol. I'm currently pretty banged up from a sparring session last friday. I hope it clears up completely before his graduation. I thought my nose may be broken but thankfully it isn't. Let me know if I need to kick some butts for you other women.haha. Thanks again Lala!!
Jul 6, 2012
IndyMom
Hi..Just panicking a little because I haven't gotten my ribbons yet. I sent to order but had trouble with paypal-so I sent a money order with the order no#. Could you check on it for me. Patrice Finn 1966 Lakes Edge Drive, Newburgh, IN 47630 I order four ribbons.
Jul 7, 2012
TLover21
Lala I just sent you a friend request so we can talk about the PIR ribbons for 7/20/2012.
Jul 11, 2012
vk12392
Hello Lala It's Veronica. Was just curious if my ribbons were shipped out? I am going to be out of town and then fly out on the 1st to Chicago.Thank you Lala.
Jul 24, 2012
proudmomma65
Lala, is there still time to get ribbons. I will be flying to Chicago on the 15th of August. Do people usually put their SR last name or first name?
Jul 31, 2012
MamaLamaDingDong: AO/Pensacola
Lala...For our daughters!
Aug 2, 2012
Jenideer (Ship 11/ Div 302)
Hi Lala, want 2 sets of ribbons, my SR is in the ship 11/div 302 for PIR 9.21. Could you let me know how much and wehere to mail check and all. What info do you need? thanks
Aug 7, 2012
FresnoNavyMom (Nuke School)
Hi there! I sent requests to join the facebook groups. Thanks for the links!
Aug 9, 2012
Leoyak (Ship3/Div330)
Hello Lala! I think you should make a Navy Mom cell phone purse for all us crazy Moms who are waiting for our first phone calls!
Aug 17, 2012
SusanGMom of 2
I would like to request/order ribbons for me to wear to my SR's PIR. So please remind me what I need to tell you and how much they cost.
Thank you so very much,
Susan Giller
Ship 13 Division 312
Aug 24, 2012
Leoyak (Ship3/Div330)
I would so buy a Navy Mom phone purse. I was having a heck of a time keeping my phone with me while waiting for that first call. Don't know how many times I jumped up searching for it in a panic. And my suits have no pockets so I had to hide it in my bra while at work LOL!
I envision one side saying Navy Mom, and the other with this picture:Then, if anybody asked, I could just point to that picture :) Waddya think?
Aug 24, 2012
Momof2sailors
Lala-I just sent a friend request, didn't send the message with it. My daughter and stepson both have PIR on 9/14. would there be any way to get both divisions on our ribbons? and if I send a check would I still be able to get my ribbons in time?
Aug 29, 2012
jonnie's sister
Hi Lala just sent you a friend request ide love to have a ribbon for my sister please get back to me with details thanks.
Aug 31, 2012
ANDREWSMOM
Hi Lala - I want to order 3 ribbons for my sons PIR on 9-28. If I order them now, will I receive before the 27th (that is the day I am flying from FL to IL). Thanks!
Sep 1, 2012
Proudmama
Hi, I have an SR with a PIR 9/28/12 and just saw all the beautiful ribbons you sell. Do you have a website where I can order some? This has been such an incredible experience and its just the beginning. I hope some day I will be able to share my "mom wisdom" with others just as you all have for us newbie moms. My son is in Div 820 so don't know if that makes a difference with the ribbons. I already found a scarf with the stars and stripes as well as shoes. Thank you so much for all your help.
Sep 10, 2012
cathyraz
Hi Lala, I LOVE the ribbons that you made for my 1st son last year! I am proud to say I need a 2nd set of ribbons made for my 2nd son now in Bootcamp!
Please let me know again how to contact you to order?
Thanks!
ckapfhamer@gmail.com
Sep 15, 2012
MargaretR_inNC(ship03Div337)
Lala - I am from NC and will be in Asheville this coming weekend (9/22/12) - is there a way I can get some ribbons for our PIR on 10/12/12 while we are there? Thanks so much!
Sep 18, 2012
Dyl Pickles Mom
Hello Lala ... my son is in ship 12 div 308 & graduates on the 28th but i cant seem to find much information on this site about it...would you know if their PR date was changed??
Sep 20, 2012
Proudmama
Sep 22, 2012
navynutmommy
Hello I sent you a friend request. I would love to order these to show how proud I am of my daughter! Thank you!
Sep 23, 2012
Niffer
Hi! I just sent you a friend request! I ordered Ribbons for 10/12 PIR and choose the order and call. I tried calling but it's not going through. Can you send me a message on what to do?
Sep 24, 2012
Niffer
Hi again! I got through and left a message. Sorry - I am such a worrier lately....
PS. The Ribbons are beautiful! Can't wait to get mine. :o)
Sep 24, 2012
navynutmommy
Thank You so much for the info. I will look into it. Thanks again!
Sep 25, 2012
AllisonNV
Silly question, is it too late to order ribbons and have it here in Las Vegas by Wednesday? I am such a procrastinator, stupid me! :( Let me know, thanks!
Sep 27, 2012
Nise615
I just sent you a friend request. I would like to order 5 ribbons for my son, Victor PIR date is 11/16/2012 and his ship 2 div 901. Not sure what the colors are, but can you please send me more information? Thank you, Denise
Sep 28, 2012
macsmom
lalaRQ - i have sent you a friend request to order some ribbons - thank you
Sep 28, 2012
4tifney
4tifney@gmail.com
832-425-9997
Oct 1, 2012
sheila.Momship2,951
Thank you to share my son Birthday.
Oct 1, 2012
ouranchorsaway(ship9-div341)
Oct 4, 2012
durhams
Can I order a couple of ribbons for Oct. 19th graduation and receive them at my home in GA before we leave on Oct. 17th? Thanks!
Oct 7, 2012
Domsmom TR
Oct 11, 2012
MyLAS (My Lips are SEALed)
Oct 13, 2012
ProudNavyGrandma
Just ordered 5 PIR ribbons through your website for my grandson's PIR on Oct 26, 2012. They look really nice. Can't wait to see them.
Oct 14, 2012