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Getting Nervous
My son leaves for bootcamp next Tuesday. I know this is a wonderful opportunity for him but I have cried everyday since I found out he was leaving. He has just always been here for me and the adjustment without him is gonna be so hard. I'm enjoying every minute I have with him right now.
I was glad to find out I will be able to write to him. Do I need to send stamps with him so he can send letters back?
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Comment by AJVNavyMom on March 2, 2011 at 9:56pm
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It wasn't long ago I was right where you are....now I'm leaving for my son's graduation tomorrow! All the best to you and your son. Hang on tight, it's an emotional journey!
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Comment by AprilRDMom(ET Nuke) on March 2, 2011 at 10:31pm
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I sent my son with stamps -- they fit in his wallet. It really is an emotional roller coaster -- with no way to truly prepare. Having said that, this site is a GREAT source of support. Don't be shy to reach out. All the best to you and your son. ~April
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Comment by Anita MA Mom on March 3, 2011 at 12:14am
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All above GREAT INFO for you!! Stay connected with this site, get in with the group or ship that he is on. You will meet some friends for a lifetime too. My son Graduated from BC in Dec. It really seemed to go by fast to me. I kept myself busy, and every other night after I got off work I would write to him or type him letters(he always made fun of my hand writing so I typed most of them to him). He has since Graduated his A School and is now in Canine School for the Military Working Dog School. He will graduate from that in May. It has been a fun journey and it has HELPED HIM TREMENDOUSLY!~!! You will be soo over come with Pride when you go for his Graduation. Enjoy your time, BE STRONG and HAVE FUN!!! Many Blessings to you and your Sailor.
Anita
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Comment by vanavymom on March 3, 2011 at 11:03am
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Thanks Jessica...he had to go the the Recruiting Office last night for something about the 72 hours so he may already have that I will have to ask..
Oh my gosh Teresa...I sure wished I was in your shoes and going to watch him graduate. LOL, oh how I dread all this.
Thanks AJVNavyMom....have fun!
Thanks April and Anita....
Just a big thankyou to all you girls. I know nothing about any of this and any information and advice is wonderful. This site is gonna be so much comfort to me.
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