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New to this site! Worried mother. Oldest decided to go to Navy
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Permalink Reply by RJNavyMom on
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Hello My Son left for BC on July 18 he has been gone for almost 4 weeks now. I’ve received letters and one phone call. I was glad to hear him say he was okay. He graduates on September 15th. Best wishes to your Recruit.
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Permalink Reply by Mom to 6 boys! on
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4 weeks already! How did you get through the first couple weeks. Am barely going on 2 weeks and I've had my moments. Although, am proud of him. I still feel sad.
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I'm still trying to get through this, and we are on week four. I just take it one day at a time. I read his letters, look at pictures and do a lot of praying. My Son was only 17 years old when he left. He had his 18th Birthday a few days ago. This site has helped me as well. It answers a lot of questions and concerns. Hang in there Mom to 6 Boys it gets betters.
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Permalink Reply by Taz on
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Mine to I am so worried cuz my son recruiter told my son on 4th of Aug to be ready but my question is after b.c. will he go A school now or if we are at war will he be oversea?
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I understand what you mean and feel. My son's recruiter told my son that he was going to school in Florida after he graduates. I just got my son's address yesterday.
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Permalink Reply by CryptoDad on
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Your son isn't going anywhere without training. What job, i.e. rating, will he be training for?
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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Jenn, use the time between now and his ship date in April (yes, sooner is possible) to learn as much as you can about what to expect at BC and with his rating (we've talked about that) and to help you both prepare for him to ship to the RTC. He has to go to "A" School before he goes anywhere. For now, just breathe.
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Permalink Reply by Anti M on
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Sailors do not go anywhere without finishing their training. Today's Navy is so complex and specialized, sailors don't do anyone any good unless they are fully trained in their jobs. Learn about the rating he chose, and how long that usually takes. take a deep breath!
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My daughter leaves on the 28th of this month and I am a mess. Just gotta try your best to keep it together and stay busy. I am new to all this also but keeping the faith!
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Hang in the Leslie. Be Strong for your Daughter, she's going to do well. Best wishes to you both. I was the same way when my Son left on July 18th but I'm hanging in here and we are half way to the finish line thank God!
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Hello. My youngest daughter left for boot camp on August 1st 2017 as well. Emotions are still running pretty high for me. I guess I thought it would be easier this time. My oldest daughter left for the Army 2 yrs ago. I just want to know how she is and hear her voice. I know it gets better and i'm so very proud. I have also realized that it is normal to feel like this.
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