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Link to Navy Speak - Navy Terms & Acronyms: Navy Speak

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

...and visit Navy.com - America's Navy and Navy.mil also Navy Live - The Official Blog of the Navy to learn more.

OPSEC - Navy Operations Security

Always keep Navy Operations Security in mind.  In the Navy, it's essential to remember that "loose lips sink ships."  OPSEC is everyone's responsibility. 

DON'T post critical information including future destinations or ports of call; future operations, exercises or missions; deployment or homecoming dates.  

DO be smart, use your head, always think OPSEC when using texts, email, phone, and social media, and watch this video: "Importance of Navy OPSEC."

Follow this link for OPSEC Guidelines:

OPSEC GUIDELINES

Events

**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.

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RTC Graduation

RESUMING LIVE PIR - 8/13/2021

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September 2012 Blog Posts (119)

Praise God from Whom all blessings flow...

Praise Him all creatures here below.

Praise Him above, ye heavenly hosts.

Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

The words of that song echo through my mind today. I don't understand why it has taken so long to take up residence in the fore-front of my brain. It was a song we sang every Sunday at the church we attended in Kansas until I was eight. (We moved to Texas, making church attendance in Kansas a little tricky.)

Saturday: We received a letter from our son.…

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Added by Jolene2Sailors on September 18, 2012 at 8:29pm — No Comments

Happy 20th Birthday

Today is my baby boy's 20th birthday.  Kind of sad this is his second birthday I have not been with him but at least time I got to skype him to talk to him and see him.  I miss him so much!  But at least he isn't alone he has his wife, kitten and his little one baking in mommas tummy.  Happy Birthday my sweet little boy!

Added by fishmom23 on September 18, 2012 at 5:28pm — No Comments

question

My son graduated from boot camp on Friday and was in Pensasola Fl. Sunday morning.  He has to go to Aircrew candidate school before A school (at least that is my understanding). And essentially another month of boot camp on the marine side of the base.  Has anyone been down this road?  It just starts my worrying all over again!!

Added by kathleen on September 18, 2012 at 10:48am — 2 Comments

Division 366, Ship 13?

Any moms out there for division 366, ship 13? My son left Sept 11, 2012 from Seattle Wa area and just got his box and info from his recruiter today, would like to connect with others with SR in same division. 

Added by Calirose on September 18, 2012 at 12:58am — 7 Comments

DIV 293 Ship 13

My son had his PIR on his birthday, Sept 14, and is in his first week of A School at Fort Sam. Anyone else have this common thread?

Added by NoCalNavyMom on September 18, 2012 at 12:18am — 2 Comments

Paychecks

Hi I was wondering if anyone else Sailor is having trouble getting paid.  My son has not been paid for the last 2 checks.  When he asked about it he is told they will pay him over time which does not sound right.  Payday is Payday

He is going again tomorrow to talk about this again.  Hopefully he gets this taken care of soon.  He still has college loans to be paying

Added by kdmac1 on September 17, 2012 at 10:20pm — 5 Comments

Mind Blogging and Mind Boggling

I find myself flipping back forth between "What I can write about on this blog?" and wrapping my head around the events in the world, "What the heck is going on?"  I have little mini-blogs in my head as I  wander around the shampoo aisle in Target. And later, as I sip my coffee and watch virtual chaos on the news, I am wondering why is this all happening  NOW? Am I just increasingly aware since we have a son in the Navy?

I thought about blogging about the  466 Navy acronyms…

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Added by BoxinatorMom Ship11 Div331 on September 17, 2012 at 3:30pm — 1 Comment

A School graduation

Does any one have a Sailor in A School in Florida Graduating today? My Son is and was wondering what kinda things went on today. He says its no big deal. Not sure. Well if you do Congrats. And any pictures would be great.

Added by Tammy AO Mom on September 17, 2012 at 12:29pm — 5 Comments

ANYONE HAVE INFO FROM SHIP3 DIV3??

my son called that he landed on 09/06.. Rcvd his box on 09/11.. Still NO form letter.. Called recruiter for address to write.. Im sure that letter has valuable info.. does it cost the SR to mail a letter??

Added by turtlesgabba on September 17, 2012 at 12:21am — 10 Comments

SHIP 11 DIVISION 363

ship 11   division 363?? anyone else?

Added by tequilla (ship 11 div. 363) on September 15, 2012 at 8:24pm — 3 Comments

Daughter left for bootcamp 9-11 from Atlanta

I have a daughter that left for GL bootcamp from Atlanta on 9-11-12 at 5:50 pm..Does anyone else have a son/daughter that left then?? She said there were about 7 on her flight..

Added by tequilla (ship 11 div. 363) on September 15, 2012 at 8:06pm — 4 Comments

Help

I have to have my full decision made by monday at 9 am so they can start paper work. Well im 20 years old so i know that this is my decision but i havent told my parents yet and im not sure how to. What would be the best way to tell them?

Added by kparker91 on September 15, 2012 at 4:31pm — 6 Comments

Nuke Power School - Charleston, SC. YouTube video.

For those w future nukes. Great video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mh-HXQ5r8a8

Added by BunkerQB on September 15, 2012 at 1:44pm — No Comments

A phone call from my Son

 

 I spoke with my Son Thursday Sept 06, just for a few minutes, the only words that I was able to say to Him was that I love him, it was really sad for me to know that I wouldn't be able to hear his voice until his graduation date 10/05, I dont know if Im going to be able to go, I will try my best.

 

Added by AndresProudmom on September 15, 2012 at 10:30am — 4 Comments

The Call!!!!

Well we finally got out 1st phone call. She sounds great and says that she is doing ok. Well thats great!! We still miss her terribly and i personally wish she was home already. But still all my support goes to her and wishing her the best. My husband and i couldnt be more proud of her. Hope everyone out there waiting for there call gets it soon. Cherish it! And dont cry to much cause they get limited time! God Bless all of our SR's out there.

Added by renie76 on September 14, 2012 at 7:21pm — 2 Comments

Navy Apparel Specifically Under Armour

In a letter from Boot Camp my son requested some Navy under armour shorts and t-shirts....i found armed forces gear but can anyone guide me to a sight where i could order something in that brand.  Thanks!

Added by Leisa Ship13 Div309 Grad 9-28 on September 14, 2012 at 5:56pm — 8 Comments

OUCH!! But Praise God!!

I got another letter yesterday and our son is doing well.  Actually he is doing great! He did have his wisdom teeth pulled and he said it wasnt that bad. They numbed him up pretty good and gave him a day or 2 to recover.  That made me feel a little bit better since I could no be with him and feed him yogurt or mash potatoes!! hahahah

He really LOVES the church service on Sundays.  He takes that opportunity to walk into a stress-free environment and worship our Lord and Savior! To me,…

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Added by Delta on September 14, 2012 at 4:04pm — 3 Comments

Ship 13 DIV 309, A school

Hi there. My son graduates from boot camp September 28 then to San Antonio TX for A school. My question is do they get any leave, like for Christmas? We live in Ohio and didnt know if they were able to leave the area during those 16 weeks. Thanks!

Added by cjmue12 on September 14, 2012 at 1:09pm — 1 Comment

wives from SHP 13 DIV 313

Good morning ya'll, i receive a letter from my husband yesterday and he was telling me about a close friend he meant in boot camp and this young man is married as well. He also said they were the only  two guys in his DIV 313 that was married,so  i was hoping to find the wife to my husband friend on here.So if you have a husband in SHP 13 DIV 313 plz inbox me...thank you

Added by PROUD WIFE 13 313 on September 14, 2012 at 11:45am — 1 Comment

DISCOUNTS FOR SPOUSES!!!

There is no way we can ever properly thank members of the US Military for all that they have done. They are certainly not paid enough for their work and their great sacrifice. Iraq and Afghanistan have been particularly tough and stressful for members of the military, their families and loved ones.

We have found 174 stores and services doing their part to make life easier by offering discounts to active, reserve, and retired members of the US…

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Added by Ashley-PO2 Spouse on September 14, 2012 at 1:30am — No Comments

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