Got the box yesterday. I couldn't wait to get home for it then didn't want to open it. I loved seeing his writing on the outside. When I finally opened the box I was surprised to see that everything seemed to be tossed in! After reading the posts about the neatly folded and rolled clothes, seeing my SR's jumbled up made me smile. It was so Michael.



He cleaned his room before he left. Disconnected his computer, made his bed. Things are lined up, put away. Then, the first thing we get… Continue

I just this minute joined this site and am looking so forward to sharing info with other moms! My son just told me he has been appointed or assigned (?) to the Naval Honor Guard. He is stationed in San Diego. Can anyone share any info as to what exactly he will be doing and how one gets appointed to this? Thanks!

A very proud time for my son and the family.  So exicited for him.  Congrat's to all of our Newest sailors.  God bless you all and keep you safe always.

 

 

Today I realized that my son's countdown to the date he leaves has trumped the countdown to the end of school. I teach school and the students have 11 more days. I was with some teachers at the end of the day today, and one asked, "How many more days?" While the others said "11", I said "29". Everyone asked, "What?" I realized that I was now counting down until my boys leaves, and had  no idea how many more days we had until the end of school.

Yesterday on the way to the gym…

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I just talk to my baby....SHE DID. SHE IS A SAILOR NOW..

Since I have only spoken with Nick once, i don't know what I should send in his care package.  He's on a ship overseas and will be there for many months.  What items would he appreciate most....cookies, razors, etc?

My Jay left for bootcamp Monday, May 7, 2012.  We went to the MEPS center to see him swear in and sign his contract.  It was soo emotional, but even though our eyes were filled with tears, our hearts were filled with sooo much pride.  I still haven't stepped foot into his room.  He called at 8:00 last night when they landed in Chicago. They were eating before checking in.  We talked a little about how his flight was since it was his first time flying.  Just chit chat.

He made his last…

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Well, it was nice to have a weekend pass knowing I'm one week closer to my son's PIR, whenever that may be. I am looking forward to sharing the news of my letter and dreading the "box". I don't know if he'll send one, he left with only the clothes he was wearing. He didn't even wear a jacket! I couldn't say much when we were at meps, only hope he stayed warm. What a mom thing to think!



We had one mystery solved, thanks to n4ms: his "I'm here" call came from North Carolina. Finally… Continue

I am looking for the lady that does the jewelry and has the necklaces with the sailors picture on them.  I saw a picture on here one time and i even looked her up either on facebook or just the web.  Now that my son has officially become a sailor and i have a picture of him I really wanted to get a necklace made.  if anyone can help me out please let me know how to contact her.  Thanks.

Here is a link to free calling cards.  this was posted on the Boot Camp Moms group.  Thought I would pass it on to others who may not have seen it;   callsforrecruits.org

 

My son Andrew called to say he made it!  He will be graduating May 11TH.  We are so proud and exicited for him.

Can't wait to see him in his uniform.

 

I'm new at blogging and to this website, but it is very helpful. My husband has left for bootcamp in March and will be graduating May 11th words can not explain how excited I am to finally see him after these long 2months we also have a 1 1/2 year old baby girl and I know he can't wait to hold her!! His A school is also in Great Lakes so he will be staying there for another 10weeks after bootcamp, we are from Virginia Beach and next month will be a year since we have been married. This is a…

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The box was sitting on the table when I got home....it's strange...as I was looking forward to it, but then I didn't want to open it! Oh...the clothes, just stuffed in there! And his shirt still smelled like him....and stinky socks...but still! I can't stop smelling it! I'm going to wear it tonight to bed...stinky and all! 

Can't believe my baby is 18 today. He joined the Navy on march 13,2012, he graduates high school June 1, 2012 and leaves for boot camp in September. But, it seems like just yesterday I was holding my precious boy in my arms. My how time flies. I always knew he would go onto the military, never dreamed it would be the Navy, but I am so glad it is. I think it was a gray decision for him and am so proud of it. Just had to post my feelings today has been a bitter sweet day for me. I love him so… Continue

I don't really journal and have never blogged, so this is new for me. My son, Michael, left today for BC. I have such mixed feelings. I am so proud of him yet so sad. I am very thankful for this site as I would not have a clue about what's going on without it. My son signed up completely on his own and we never met his recruiter. That's Michael in a nutshell, independent.



So, for now, I am waiting. I actually felt better once we said goodbye after the swearing in ceremony. We could… Continue

My son is in Div 145 and is friends with Crowe.  He sent a letter home saying we've spoken via this site.  Are you out there?  Our sons will be going to A School together  I'm pretty sure.  I'd love to hear from you

donna

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My daughter recently graduated from A school and surprised me with a visit. Well I just took her the airport, and I knew saying see you soon was going to be hard.. But OMG! We both cried a little but when I got in my car. I felt like my heart dropped. When will I see my girl again? She bought me a key chain it says NAVY MOM HARDEST JOB IN THE NAVY. hahaha. Gosh I'm going to miss my Tatiana :''(