I gotta find something to stay busy with.....

[Momsy]

My first day off from work today and it has been pure h e double hockey sticks. I know we can't keep our children forever, but golly gee this is harder than I thought it was going to be and it has only been 3 days. I called my Dad this morning and he said now I understand why it is so important for him to see my face and just be able to get a hug.I never really thought about my parents missing me, but I have come to a realization that they did miss me, they do miss me and I have to do a better job of going to see them while i still have them.I now understand until that last baby bird leaves the nest you don't really know how you will handle it. My boss planned her vacation and I told her when I got my son's ship date that his PIR will fall during that time. She said his graduation wasn't all that important that parents didn't have to go..... looks like I may be looking for a new job soon. I plan on being at the Great Lakes with my bells on. We are pinching our pennies and saving up to be able to come and have a good time. What are some ideas on the gift baskets for Sarge's meet and Greet.....Peaches and Peanuts are a must coming from Georgia..... maybe some sweet vidalia onions too .... need to go shopping.... next day off..... I have only had 3 cups of coffee today but it is lite coffee. Our cat is really confused when she goes in my son's room and he is not there. Just heard my husband say something about ice cream.  Sorry for the spastic crazy train of thought, but that is just how my day 3 has gone.  Praying many blessings for you all! Again sorry just happy to have a place to get it all our of my system...

[Bloom425]

I loved your post. Believe me your Navy family has been in your shoes. My son was way older than most recruits, having graduated from college, a life in the working world and decided at the age of 31 to join the Navy. He was fortunate to work in a rate that offered him an opportunity to use part of his college degree. He is our youngest and I missed him so very much. I had retired from teaching and he was gone during Christmas. He is the life of the party at our house and I felt so lost. PIR was far more emotional and prouder for us than his college graduation. Unfortunately, some people who haven't experienced this event, just really don't understand the significance and importance that it holds for military families. Anything you bring to Sarge's event is appreciated. Use his shortcut to PIR. We left around 6:15AM and got there easily.The doors opening, seeing your child, the singing of Anchors Aweigh, and that long awaited hug will forever be held close to our heart when you reminisce about PIR. I will thinking of you, your family and your dear son as he continues through his boot camp journey and Navy career. 

[Smoothsailing]

your boss said that graduation was not that important??.... please find a new boss. 

[Momsy]

she has changed her tune now... she is german and sometimes comes across the wrong way when she says things....  They will close the office for 2 days and have someone at corporate to get messages from our phone and return them....  I love being able to vent here, Y'all be blessed as we wait to hear from our youngest.... he will be in week 4 this week..... no news is good news and we try to send out letters at least every other day if not every day... 33 days til PIR