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SEALS/BUDS Mom
I am writing this post about my oldest son who is 18 and just left for BUDS training in Coronado, CA yesterday. I miss him so much already. This phase of training will be much longer than the 2 months of BC and 2 months of Pre-BUDS at GL. When my son was in GL, we were able to visit him a few times after BC, and he was able to come home and visit a couple of times. The one advantage in BUDS is that he will have more freedom than in BC, and we will be able to talk with him on his cell phone.
My husband and I also have two other sons, ages 17 and 16. We will all be missing our sailor very much! But I know he is doing something that he has wanted for a very long time. So I am glad he is following his dreams. He wanted to be a soldier since he was a young boy and now his goal is SEAL. Even though it is emotionally trying on our family, we are very supportive, because for our physically active, athletic, hands-on son, this is an opportunity of a lifetime. How many of us get to live out a passion that we really have for a career? As a mom, of course, I would rather have him closer to us, but I can't imagine him sitting at a desk job saying, "What if?", just to make his parents less anxious. So, even though I worry, I am glad he is doing something that he really wants. If you have been in my shoes or just have advice, I would appreciate any comments or suggestions.
We are all looking forward to seeing him after BUDS training but aren't sure if he gets leave afterwards, before SQT. We are planning on flying out to see him when he finishes!
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Comment by Anita MA Mom on January 3, 2011 at 8:34pm
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Wow A BIG THUMBS UP to your son! The Seal training is very difficult,but if that is what he wants he will do great! I will keep you and him in my prayers! Keep us posted on how he is doing! Many Blessings sent to !
Anita
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Comment by ChrisMom on January 5, 2011 at 9:13am
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Thank you, Navy Aunt, for your words of encouragement!
My middle son is thinking, maybe Army, but he's really not sure. He's not as set on military life as my oldest. My youngest, who is a gifted artist, has no interest. He really does admire his older brother. We all do!!
Thank you 2boys1girl - I appreciate your encouraging words and hospitality! How blessed you are to be in California for your son who plans on going SEAL! Congratulations! I spoke with my son yesterday, and he said to let your son know that the Navy isn't what he thinks it will be, at least for him it wasn't, but to hang in there, because after BC, going out to Coronado is more like it! He always had his eye on the Marines, but after discussing options with my husband, he came to the conclusion that SEALS was the right choice for him. He feels that SEALS is more similar to the Marines as far as the physical/training aspect. So far, he is happy.
Thank you and God Bless, Anita, for keeping my son in your prayers! We can all use lots of prayers!!
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Thanks again 2boys1girl - you are very generous! I will let my son know about Easter - not sure what he has planned, if anything. I have spoken with my son nearly every day this week, and he did say that SEALS is extremely competitive. There are x amount of BUDS, and apparently, they will be weeded through before training officially begins, since only a certain number will be trained. I am hoping for the best for my son, and all of the BUDS. SEALS is very precise about who they want and what they expect of you. I also think they are told this to really be sure this is what they want. The Navy does not want to waste any time with people who aren't sure whether they really want to be a SEAL or not. Tell your son to be prepared for a roller coaster! I really feel that for a man at such a young age, there is a lot of growing up to do, and very quickly in the SEALS program. You also have to remember that you will not be able to just 'be a kid' like the average teenagers/young people who mostly choose to go on to college and party a lot, for some. He may almost feel as though he's missing out on what a 'normal' civilian life is, so please be sure it is what he truly wants. I think the psychological part is the toughest (and tough on Mom, too!) - not the physical, at least with my son. I don't mean to sound negative, but just some things to ponder before making a huge decision. Thanks again for your encouragement! Oh, and about the Marines, my husband felt the same way as you when it came to the Marines!! How funny:)
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