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PIR 10/25/19

Started Sep 9, 2019 0 Replies

I am so excited!  Booked a room at the Navy Lodge. They said we can change to reservation up to the date of check in. Continue

Got a call from my son.

Started this discussion. Last reply by PattyRN Sep 3, 2019. 3 Replies

Got a call from my son last night. He wants info on where my grandparents were born in Ireland and a copy of my birth certificate. I guess it’s for his security clearance. Good luck to me!  I hope I…Continue

 

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PIR 10/25/19

I am so excited!  Booked a room at the Navy Lodge. They said we can change to reservation up to the date of check in. See More
Sep 9, 2019
PattyRN replied to Julie's discussion 'PIR DATE of Oct. 25th 2019/HOTELS?'
"My sons PIR is 10/25 too!"
Sep 9, 2019
PattyRN replied to PattyRN's discussion 'Got a call from my son.'
"Got another call for my work address. He told them I had dual citizenship, which I do not. "
Sep 3, 2019
Julie replied to PattyRN's discussion 'Got a call from my son.'
"Know you were so happy to hear his voice!! Good luck!"
Sep 3, 2019
PattyRN posted a discussion

Got a call from my son.

Got a call from my son last night. He wants info on where my grandparents were born in Ireland and a copy of my birth certificate. I guess it’s for his security clearance. Good luck to me!  I hope I don’t hold him up. I have my father’s birth certificate I think. He’s deceased. See More
Sep 3, 2019
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Aug 27, 2019
PattyRN replied to InTheNavyMom's discussion 'My son left yesterday, Aug 13 - I'm surprised at my emotions.'
"My son left today. I have been crying for the past three weeks everyday I think. A song I hear can trigger it. We had a lot of great quality time together, so those memories make me happy. He’s so ready. I have no doubt in my mind that he will…"
Aug 27, 2019
PattyRN commented on lemonelephant's page Phone Cards and Phone Calls in the group Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones)
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"My son left for boot camp today. I’m so sad, yet am so proud.  I have a wonderful support system. Ben asked our neighbor, Aiden, to take care of me. It’s 11:33pm and guess who is next to me. This little 10 year old is honoring my…"
Aug 27, 2019
PattyRN replied to Jamie's discussion 'Leaves Auguat 20, 2019' in the group DEP-Leavin' for bootcamp in August
"My son leaves the 26th. He’s so excited. I have to keep that thought in my head when my heart wants to cry."
Aug 18, 2019
PattyRN replied to InTheNavyMom's discussion 'My son left yesterday, Aug 13 - I'm surprised at my emotions.'
"I just keep asking in my head was I the best mother? Why did I yell at those legos on the floor? He’s such a great son and I’m going to miss him at home. My heart is being ripped out from my chest and I can’t breathe. I have 10…"
Aug 14, 2019
PattyRN left a comment for PattyRN
"He’s going to be a CTN. A school in Pensacola. "
Aug 14, 2019
PattyRN replied to Leslie's discussion 'Shipped out yesterday' in the group DEP-Leavin' for bootcamp in August
"I think staying busy is good. Can you do good things for yourself?  "
Aug 14, 2019

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A little about me:
I am a divorced mom of Isabella, 19, and my enlisted son, Benjamin, 18. He left 8/26 and I look forward to seeing him at graduation!
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Will help my son succeed with his career aspirations
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At 9:49pm on August 14, 2019, PattyRN said…

He’s going to be a CTN. A school in Pensacola. 

At 1:57pm on August 14, 2019, B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) said…

Welcome to NAVYforMoms.com!   

We ask that our members not use a last name or email address in their Username - even if it differs from their Sailor's - so please head to “Settings” on the main page right away to set your new Username (be creative!) and add a profile image (no last names visible) to 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.  

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