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All Hands Magazine's full length documentary "Making a Sailor": This video follows four recruits through Boot Camp in the spring of 2018 who were assigned to DIV 229, an integrated division, which had PIR on 05/25/2018. 

Boot Camp: Making a Sailor (Full Length Documentary - 2018)

Boot Camp: Behind the Scenes at RTC

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Michelle
  • Female
  • Salem, AL
  • United States

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How is the first day after he left this bad.

Started this discussion. Last reply by NorthPortFLNavyMom Jun 26, 2019. 6 Replies

I knew I was gonna be sad. He is my first child. I was not prepared for today. Please tell me I am not the only one. How am I so proud and sad at the same time.

 

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Square1 replied to Michelle's discussion 'How is the first day after he left this bad.'
"It’s been 2 years this week my son left for boot camp! It’s been a journey with ups and downs. I’m so proud of him and the young men and women that choose this career:) Watching his ship come back from deployment was Amazing! If…"
Jul 2, 2019
NorthPortFLNavyMom replied to Michelle's discussion 'How is the first day after he left this bad.'
"Right there with you Michelle! My son left just this week as well and I have never felt so sad and yes proud but definitely the feelings of , how am I gonna take 8weeks of this?"
Jun 26, 2019
Lisa UT/MT Mom replied to Michelle's discussion 'How is the first day after he left this bad.'
"You are not alone! I think we all feel that way—proud, but sad, and even a little anxious. It’s hard to go so long without hearing their voice. But there are things to look forward to like getting your first real letter and the phone…"
Jun 26, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) replied to Michelle's discussion 'How is the first day after he left this bad.'
"If he just left this week then this Friday is your first Friday. To guesstimate your PIR date you count 9 Friday’s ( but it could be one more or less depending on how quickly they fill a training group). So don’t make plans until you get…"
Jun 26, 2019
Michelle replied to Michelle's discussion 'How is the first day after he left this bad.'
"When do we start counting the fridays."
Jun 25, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) replied to Michelle's discussion 'How is the first day after he left this bad.'
"You'll get through this Michelle!  Count Friday's rather than days - it makes the time go by faster!  Soon you'll be at PIR and you'll be amazed by the transformation ;-D  Hang in there!"
Jun 25, 2019
Michelle posted a discussion

How is the first day after he left this bad.

I knew I was gonna be sad. He is my first child. I was not prepared for today. Please tell me I am not the only one. How am I so proud and sad at the same time.
Jun 25, 2019
Michelle left a comment for Michelle
"Thank you. This page is a god send. I am so happy to not have to go this alone. I do have my family. But to have other moms to talk to is great."
Jun 25, 2019
Michelle commented on carols_kitchen's group 'Prayer Wall'
"Pleas keep my son in your prayers for his first 48 there. I am sure he will be fine but I am so worried. "
Jun 25, 2019
Mc*Eagle's nest! left a comment for Michelle
"Welcome! Michelle, he should be calling anytime soon. Keep the phone in your hands they don't have to much time, they get like 30 sec call, congrats,"
Jun 25, 2019
B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) left a comment for Michelle
"Welcome to NAVYforMoms.com!    Head to “Settings” on the main page right away to add a profile image (no last names visible, please) and complete your Profile. Then - and this is important! - read these Community…"
Jun 24, 2019

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A little about me:
I am a mother to two awesome young men
I am here to support my
Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy career?
At Boot Camp now
When I heard “Navy,” I...
was proud and encouraged it
Our Navy experience so far...
has been positive and maturing.

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At 11:25pm on June 26, 2019, lemonelephant said…

Make at least change 3 at the bottom of OPSEC and PERSEC (Making Changes to Your Profile) (clickable link) and change the Privacy Settings for this page from "Anyone" to "Members." 

Also consider change 4.

There may be other changes you need to make as well, so read and consider each of the changes. 

At 11:24pm on June 26, 2019, lemonelephant said…

Comments on this page are for you. Others do not see them unless they happen by. To reply to a comment here, click on "Comment Back" or "View Thread" below the comment. 

At 10:51am on June 25, 2019, Michelle said…
Thank you. This page is a god send. I am so happy to not have to go this alone. I do have my family. But to have other moms to talk to is great.
At 12:00am on June 25, 2019, Mc*Eagle's nest! said…
Welcome! Michelle, he should be calling anytime soon. Keep the phone in your hands they don't have to much time, they get like 30 sec call, congrats,
At 11:49pm on June 24, 2019, lemonelephant said…

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 RTC and read 1 or 2 pages a day and then go back to them as you need the info. 

If you would like information on your recruit’s rating (job/occupational specialty) or field, then let me know the rating or field. There are groups for most specialties and/or "A" Schools and knowing that will help you to better plan for PIR weekend.   

Take care and blessings to you and yours.

At 7:03pm on June 24, 2019, B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) said…

Welcome to NAVYforMoms.com!   

Head to “Settings” on the main page right away to add a profile image (no last names visible, please) and complete your Profile. Then - and this is important! - read these Community Guidelines and this Operations Security (OPSEC) Checklist, for the safety and privacy of all our Sailors.

Then jump right in!  Browse around the site and check out the groups and the information in their Discussion Forums.

Join this group for boot camp moms, where you'll also find a group for your Pass in Review (graduation) date; and this one for PIR Reference Information.  

Get a head start during boot camp by joining groups for, and learning about, your Sailor's occupational specialty and "A" School; and later your Sailor's duty station and/or Navy ship and homeport. You can also join groups for your own state, region or home town and interests from getting ready for deployment to care package ideas!

Please say Hi when you join a group, and feel free to ask any and all questions - everyone was new once, and there is no "dumb" question. 

This site was created by the U.S. Navy just for you, and we look forward to getting to know you and your Sailor.  

Welcome to the NAVY family - we're so glad you're here!!

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