Hi andipanda1114! I've sent you a friend request so we can also do private messaging. Just wanted to tell you that our sons talked up a storm yesterday on the way to the hotel. It was great to get to know your son a little. My son just texted that their group is great, he would love for them all to be in the same division. It really feels good to see them on such a positive track! Hang in there -- we'll survive!
andimc14, my son left 10/10 and we still haven't recvd the form letter. We were guestimating 12/13 for that group so I would guess the 20th at the earliest for yours, form letter will tell you for sure, as I have read on here many times don't make any hotel/flight arrangements until you get that :-) Hope this helped.
That is hilarious! You'll have to send him a letter or 2 from the dog :) I already planned on that for my daughter, too.
I haven't been able to check the mail yet. Fingers crossed the form letter is in there today! But I really think Friday is when I will get it. Most people have said a week after the box is received is when you get the letter.
We got shoes, underwear, sports bra in Taylor's box. And her backpack...she must have chosen the largest backpack possible to bring with her...she doesn't understand the high cost of shipping yet, obviously! :) She will when she sees the cost come out of her first paycheck :)
My son Also left Oct 17..got my box of his stuff yesterday but no letter with info yet. I'm very confused about all of this and what to expect. Also confused about the div numbers how do I find that out? Any help would be so appreciated:-)
Welcome andimc14! I see you joined Nuke Moms. You might also want to join "Nuke School Charleston". It's not as active but still has lots of good info. Make sure you look in the "Discussion Forum" of both groups - especially the "Surviving Nuke School" and "Your Sailors Schedule Upon Arrival...." Both can answer lots of questions you may have!
We should try to work something out - my son has a bed (only 1 year old) a dresser, a nightstand and they have a 50" TV that they are selling. He graduates from proto on 1/23 and will be leaving right away but if your son is interested maybe we could find a way for mine to get pictures to you and he could maybe leave the stuff somewhere (or with one of his buddies) and your son could get it. He's not looking to charge much - just some gas money I think! The TV is the most valuable item. Let me know if you would be interested.
Joniana (Helen)
Hi andipanda1114! I've sent you a friend request so we can also do private messaging. Just wanted to tell you that our sons talked up a storm yesterday on the way to the hotel. It was great to get to know your son a little. My son just texted that their group is great, he would love for them all to be in the same division. It really feels good to see them on such a positive track! Hang in there -- we'll survive!
Oct 17, 2013
lemonelephant
I see you have joined NUKE moms; you may also want to check out Nuke School Charleston and Nuke A School FAQ. The Rating Information Card for NF can be found at https://www.cool.navy.mil/enlisted/rating_info_cards/nukepower.pdf. Your Sailor will most likely fly out to "A" School the day after PIR. See PIR Day and Liberty During PIR Weekend to help you know how to plan your weekend.
Oct 20, 2013
lemonelephant
Welcome to Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones). I look forward to sharing this journey with you. Be sure to check out the Pages (found under the pictures of the Members) for information on what to expect and to help you prepare for PIR. Start with OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) and Arrival and What Happens at the RTC, and read 1 or 2 pages a day and then go back to them as you need the info. Take care and blessings to you and yours.
Oct 20, 2013
lemonelephant
INDOC: Indoctrination; instruction related to a school, command, or rate
It's involves more than just a wait time as one mom indicated to you.
The Page, What does ??? mean? (A Guide to Navy Abbreviations and Terminology), will help you with many of the new terms you will come across.
Oct 20, 2013
Joniana (Helen)
Andrea, great picture of you and Derek! Amazing to think that they're on their way now. Hope you're hanging in there.
Oct 21, 2013
Milette (Ship13/Div 037)
andimc14, my son left 10/10 and we still haven't recvd the form letter. We were guestimating 12/13 for that group so I would guess the 20th at the earliest for yours, form letter will tell you for sure, as I have read on here many times don't make any hotel/flight arrangements until you get that :-) Hope this helped.
Oct 22, 2013
wendy.from.oregon
That is hilarious! You'll have to send him a letter or 2 from the dog :) I already planned on that for my daughter, too.
I haven't been able to check the mail yet. Fingers crossed the form letter is in there today! But I really think Friday is when I will get it. Most people have said a week after the box is received is when you get the letter.
We got shoes, underwear, sports bra in Taylor's box. And her backpack...she must have chosen the largest backpack possible to bring with her...she doesn't understand the high cost of shipping yet, obviously! :) She will when she sees the cost come out of her first paycheck :)
Where are you located? We are in Oregon.
Oct 22, 2013
Milette (Ship13/Div 037)
I hope your calculations are right! Maybe my sons PIR will be 12/6! A week earlier than I'm expecting?? I will take it!! :-)
Oct 22, 2013
Joniana (Helen)
Hi Andrea, I got the box yesterday (Wednesday). Very stinky!!
Oct 24, 2013
pachick2121
Oct 24, 2013
Milette (Ship13/Div 037)
no call today, did you? I hope so :-)
Oct 27, 2013
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
9 letters for the ribbons will not be a problem at all :) I look forward to making the ribbons for you an your family :) www.uniquememorymakers.com
Nov 5, 2013
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)
Welcome andimc14! I see you joined Nuke Moms. You might also want to join "Nuke School Charleston". It's not as active but still has lots of good info. Make sure you look in the "Discussion Forum" of both groups - especially the "Surviving Nuke School" and "Your Sailors Schedule Upon Arrival...." Both can answer lots of questions you may have!
Dec 5, 2013
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)
We should try to work something out - my son has a bed (only 1 year old) a dresser, a nightstand and they have a 50" TV that they are selling. He graduates from proto on 1/23 and will be leaving right away but if your son is interested maybe we could find a way for mine to get pictures to you and he could maybe leave the stuff somewhere (or with one of his buddies) and your son could get it. He's not looking to charge much - just some gas money I think! The TV is the most valuable item. Let me know if you would be interested.
Dec 30, 2014
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet)
It's a queen size bed.
Dec 30, 2014