BC leave date 9/9

[kate (brett's mom)]

Does anyone have a son leaving for BC on Sept.9?

[Brie]

Hi Nytesail, my son leaves sep 7th too--also with a seal contract! I've been reading a bunch of books about seals and they have been very helpful in understanding what it's all about--a bit frightening too! There is also a good video on seals by the discovery channel. I've never been around military before and I have so much to learn. Anyways, it's nice to connect with other moms. By the way, my son surprised us too by leaving college early. Very hard to accept at first but now we are fully in support.

[nytesail]

Hello Brie, how proud you must be. I think the DVD is a 3 disc, 'Navy Seal-BUD/S Class 234'. I watched with my husband and found myself in awe of the determination of these men. Now I am reading the book The Elite Warrior and it's hard to put down. I know my son quite well 'I think' , but kids never cease to amaze us. This whole thing was a shocker and now I am as excited as he is. That is probably because he is still being processed. I will sing a different tune the closer his departing day comes for sure. How long did the process take? As I mentioned he left his job to dedicate himself even more to his workouts and studies. His recruiter tells him it will all be worth it in the end but it is a process. Thanks to all on this amazing site and Brie,my best wishes for your son.

Lori

[Brie]

Hi Nytesail, I'm reading The Warrior Elite too! Have you read Lone Survivor? That book is amazing, but will break your heart. My son has read so many books and then he passes them to my husband and me. He has been training for at least a year, like your son. He worked full time for a while then cut his hours until he finally quit about a month ago. He spends a lot of time preparing. I am amazed at the transformation in my son-both physically and mentally. He can't wait to go. Is your son shipping out on the 7th too? I'm not sure I understand when you say that your son is still being processed. My son has met some nice guys here that are on the same path. Some are leaving at the same time. He has been working with the navy Seal mentor and taking the PST twice a month. I can hardly beleive that he will be leaving so soon. Best wishes to your son too. He sounds very dedicated.

[nytesail]

Oh my gosh Brie, I am sorry for not reading this sooner. I have been in a whirlwind at work and with my son, acually both boys and my 18 y.o. daughter who started college this fall.

I finally have found the answers I needed. Yesterday was contract signing day and swearing in. My son who is now and official DEPer will not be heading out any where until 3/11. He signed the BUD/S challenge contract while others signed contracts with other choices of occupation and will possibly leave sooner.He has been in touch with his motivator and will need to perform his PST on a regualr basis with him to keep him challenged and to stay strong. I guess the hold up was some paper work he needed rectified.

He is just finishing up Lone Survivor and I will get it next. If you still have the book, The Warrior Elite pp.165-170 are so true of my sons dedication. He will need work on a partime basis for pocket change for sure until he heads out but I look at it as I have him around that much longer. How are things going with you and yours? What is the update on your son? I can only hope the best for you.

It's late and the Farm Aid concert is here in Milw. and we are going!! I'll be back soon. Take care, I wish you all well in health and spirit.

[Brie]

Hi Nytesail! Good to hear from you!
I'm glad everything is going along well for your family. You certainly have a lot going on. Son preparing for Navy and daughter going off to college are big changes and very hectic. The roller coaster has begun!
My son also worked his tail off for about 1 1/2 years to prepare and kept a PT job too. He was so focused--sometimes it felt like he was already gone...
My son went off to bc on 9/7 and he is doing very well. If you're interested, I might be able to answer some questions if you have any. Either way, feel free to friend me if you want to stay in touch. Then we can PM messages directly. :)

[nytesail]

Hi Kate, well I was close with my guess about my son but after having a heart to heart (more mine than his) he told me his recruiter needs to set up his last test and then from there he will move forward with a BUD/S contract. I'm still not sure how all this plays out, but I feel he was a little early in leaving his job. I heard that the contracts are hard to come by and that recruiters hold the key. You know how these young men can be, too many questions from us and they sort of clam up and share less. I wish you and yours the best of life and I am happy for Brett that his wait has finally come to an end. Bittersweet for a Mom and son. Take care and even though the boys more than likely are not in the same class, I would enjoy hearing how things are for you.

With faith,

Lori

[MyHrtBlongs2ASubmariner]

My husband leaves for bc 9/9.

[Brie]

Hi MyHrt, do you have family close by to lean on? Are his and your families supportive of his decision to join the Navy? Please know that you are among friends and supportive people here. :)

[MyHrtBlongs2ASubmariner]

Brie, we actually live with my parents. We moved in a few weeks ago so I can adjust back to being here after being on my own for a few years. I have my parents and best friend to lean on but we aren't really close to his family emotionally. Both sides are supportive of him as both of our grandfathers were navy men. And even with all the preparation we have done, I'm still starting to hit panic mode and one seems to understand why. They don't realize how hard it is to have your spouse gone for almost a year when we used to be together 24/7. They think I am being irrational for crying at random times 3 weeks before his ship out date. This site has made me realize that I am not alone with these feelings!! I know this probably doesn't make much since but its 5 am and I'm on my phone so I apologize.

[Brie]

MyHrt, You don't need to appologize for your feelings! It's hard when those close to you don't understand what you're going through. at least they are supportive. I tend to be the most emotional one in my family and even my husband just doesn't get it when I am upset. I've gotten more used to it over the years. We just had our 25th wedding anniversary yesterday. As for living back at home, I can understand how difficult that can be. No matter how much you love your family. I see it from both perspectives. When I was newly married we lived with my inlaws for several months. I didn't know them that well at the time and I never felt very comfortable. Now I'm at the other end of the spectrum. My daughter just graduated college and is back home. She has made it clear she wants her own place but can't afford it yet. I try to give her space so that she has some alone time and doesn't feel like she has to do everything with us. It reminds me a bit of what I went through. If you have some activities or work to help keep you busy, that may be helpful in getting you through each day without your husband and in coping with living with your family again. It's good that your family and friends are supportive. You will be okay. :)

[Sailor~Dustin's~mom]

Little late I know but my son left on sept 9 th also

[granddoggy]

what is ur sons ship # and division?