Kimberley

I'm happy you received the form letter and address to write to your son! I totally understand about the physical pain you feel. My son and I are very close, too. I tended to help him with things a lot and I felt helpless when he left and all of a sudden I wasn't there to help him or guide him anymore. He was now at the mercy of the Navy and I hoped that they would take care of him even though it's their job to push him. He called again on Sunday and I could hear the change in his voice. he sounded so confident and I know he was super proud of his many accomplishments. That's all that matters to me. My crying fits are less but I still have them and the silliest of things sets them off. Ooops, I didn't mean to ramble on. I hear mail is very importans to them so write him as much as you can. I know my son can't get enough of our letters and I send my son books of stamps and he says that is helpful.

Take care

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I don't know how I would feel... I imagine mixed feelings like you're having.  Thanks for sharing.

I've sent you 2 other replies but don't know if you received them...still learning how to navigate through all this.

I'm here for you if you want to write in the future.