Hope everyone is doing well... does anyone know what week and day our SR's are on... I thought I had been told not to count the first week... was just wondering if any one knew for sure... Thanks

Just got the call. A long long journey boot camp was. Made the Sailor call even more appreciated. One month longer than planned. Wisdom teeth problems, Shin splints, His progress card not turned in. Had to do some over again and the big chicken pox scare. Wow. I cant wait to see him.

Hey everyone! My son left last Wed,Sept.5, one whole week ago. Seems like a month ago, what a long week. Anyway got his address and he is in Ship 09 Div 356, so is there any other Moms or family with kids in that Div?  

I know that a lot of people like to put countdowns on facebook or other social media pages, saying how excited they are until their Sailor (or Soldier or Marine or Airman) gets to come home, and we are all proud of and love our military members, and we all face many of the same struggles that go with the military lifestyle.  And yes, it's our page, and these are our friends and family, and we should be able to say what we want and how we feel, but..... Here's a good article that talks about…

My son is set to graduate his A School on Monday the 17th. He has been given his verbal orders. He will be in Lemoore Ca. He is excited about this. Lemoore is only 90miles from home. He will be able to still be at home on weekends. I as a mom am happy about this, I do also feel bad for him. He wanted to see the world. He is now sharing with me that he may not be home for a few weeks. Says that there is a delay in hard copies (official orders). He says that the Navy is basically out of money.…

Could someone tell me if theres a certain sized envelope you need to use to send photos,cards,or letters to your son in boot camp?

My Sailor classed up at his A school today. My husband, daughter, and I now begin a new journey with our Sailor.

We know he will do well with his classes and that the next 18-24 months will go by fast. We are blessed that he is only 5 hours away from us as compared to the 14 hours when he was at boot camp. …

Are there any other moms whose son or daughter shipped out today? It was wonderful to be there and see him commit himself to service. I am so proud. He is very excited to begin this journey. This is comforting to me to know he really wants to do this!

 Hello everyone my name is Cheryl. First time on the blog. Could someone tell me how my son calls home? Recruiter said he could keep his phone but it just came in The Box. So nervous he wont be able to call home. Read about sending them a prepaid phone card but worried it wont be there when he needs is. Can they purchase one there. Soooo Nervous about this,would appreciate any advice.

My fiance is a SEAL and was suppose to come home from his tour 2 weeks ago. I was given a date and to wait for his phone call....still no show or phone call. The last time we talked, he wanted to end his enlistment early. He has 2 more years and his chief would let him know the day he was coming home. I don't know what to think or do now...

Could his tour be extended do to the request? Is he alive? What do I do from here? We have a 11 month old son and the child support has not been…

I was home alone tonight (technically) and decided to watch the TLC special on 9/11. I watched for a while, maintaining my original (prior to Justin's going away to BC) emotional control. We have a large-screen TV, probably similar to those found in many middle class homes in America. I was lying on the couch, just watching...then...then...wow...

I glanced up to the right of the screen JUST A LITTLE...where the picture of my son hangs -- his senior picture: leaning against a tree in…

My son is currently assigned to the Enterprise and I am looking to connect with anyone who has someone onboard. He is assigned to the deck department.

Ive had a blog for the last several months or so. I'm trying to write about life, experiences and the changest that come with transitioning from being in the military, to a wife, and now a mother. I have one beautfiul little boy and four mischeivious dogs. www.militarybride.wordpress.com

Well my son is now a sailor. BS was last week and of course he made it through, which I knew he would. Gradutation is this Friday Sept 14, it has gone so fast. Eight weeks ago I was thinking it was so far away how will I get through but thanks to navy4moms and the PIR group on FB has helped a bunch thanks again. To all the new sailors best of luck.

I'm not asking you to read this blog! Although I do appreciate being read by you.

I'm suggesting a couple of books that you, your SR's parents or siblings might enjoy reading. I found out about these books by reading a blog by another Navy Mom written ages ago. My husband has been enjoying reading these and I think they provide us with a little comfort in learning what our SR is learning. And seeing a little into boot camp life  is never a bad thing, as we're all pretty much out of…