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Letter

Well, I received a text from my sons girlfriend...she received a letter today from my son. He said he hates it there and he misses everyone bad. I'm sure I will have a letter at home...I know it's not easy for them and that he will hate it. I just know I'm going to need a box of tissues tonight... :(

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Comment by Paula (Will's Mom) on April 11, 2013 at 4:18pm: Called my daughter....no letter..:(

Comment by lemonelephant on April 11, 2013 at 6:13pm: I'm sorry you didn't get a letter yet. At least his girlfriend shared her info with you; that speaks well of you and her and your son for picking a thoughtful young lady who would think to share the news with you. What he wrote is typical in the first weeks. It will get better when he and his shipmates start working together.

Comment by Paula (Will's Mom) on April 11, 2013 at 7:56pm: Thanks! Shes a great young lady who I admire. I hope he hangs in there and stays strong! I was hoping to get a letter from him .. I'm sad that I didn't but I'm trying to stay positive...I know I will get one soon... Thanks for the support.

Comment by Hello2u on April 12, 2013 at 5:04pm: For what I've noticed some say and think that, even mind did, until they formed a div and started adjusting,, it gets better,, just be thankful he's not in 800 div.. they get it worse! mind survived! I just keep my son in my prayers and the black clouds went away for the both of us. :)

Comment by Paula (Will's Mom) on April 12, 2013 at 6:55pm: Thanks!! I received a letter from him today!! He hated the shots and nit crazy about the food... He said it sucks but he's getting used to it!! The hardest part was reading how he cried the first few nights because he was home sick... Broke my heart!! I am confident he will do fine... Saying prayers every night... Thanks all!!

Comment by lemonelephant on April 12, 2013 at 7:03pm: :o)

Comment by Hello2u on April 12, 2013 at 10:13pm: Yes, that was the exact word I heard too, "it sucks!" lol,,, :) hugs!!!

Comment by denako on April 18, 2013 at 9:22am: OH Emma... that brought back alot of memories. Thank you for sharing. My Emma has been in almost a year and loves it nows. Paul's mom just hang in there. Things will get so much better. When he calls be supportive and let him vent. He will get through it. I promise!