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My Son Leaving for Boot Camp Tuesday January 31, 2012
Im hoping to find other moms out here that have a son/daughter going to boot camp at the same time. It is only 1 week away I have so many emotions, hoping Im not alone. Not sure how Im going to handle my life without my son at home. Oh my goodness trying so hard to be strong but it is not easy.
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Permalink Reply by chillmom (12/094) on
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My son is leaving today. We are at MEPS right now waiting to swear in.
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Permalink Reply by SamsMom on
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My son leaves the 31st for MEPS and flies out Feb 1. We are working on the final home cooked meals before he leaves. So far so good at our end. He's quite excited to go. ;-). Good Luck
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that sounds good. I'm doing the same. My son and your son leave at the same time. I say a prayer for you guys.
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Permalink Reply by all5roc on
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@ samsmom..My daughter will be doing the same, we are in Dallas. Party On sunday, she is having mixed emotions , shes big on family and tradition.
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We are in Maryland . Had a party on the 14th and the family will be getting together for breakfast this Sunday. He's trying to squeeze everyone in before he leaves. But he's totally stoked to go! Good Luck with the party!
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Permalink Reply by SunshineSailor on
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My daughter will be sworn in and leave for Great Lakes Monday, 1/30. She is my youngest, and I dread how empty the house will seem without her! : ( That is me being selfish, but can't help it right now!
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SunshineSailor join this group for info and to connect with other Jan DEPers http://www.navyformoms.com/group/leavinforbootcampinjanuary
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Permalink Reply by Andrewsmom on
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I know exactly how you feel. My youngest just left for boot camp yesterday. I am a single, empty nester. After boot camp, he will go directly to a ship and his first choice is Japan. NOOOOOO. I want him in Norfolk, VA which is 1 1/2 from me. And like you said, that is me being selfish but I can't help it!
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Permalink Reply by Awoodlyn (Ship 12 Div 099) on
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My Son also left for GL on Monday, 1/30. He is also my youngest. Have you recieved her box, I did get his box with his belongings and recruitment paper work, but I have not recieved his form letter or a letter from him yet. How are you doing its been too long since I heard from him. I'm worried.
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Permalink Reply by BunkerQB on
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Good morning all,
Frances11 (clickable link) from the San Francisco Bay Area group has a son who will be leaving for BC on Feb 1. Click on her link and send her a message. I'll message her and let her know that you guys are here.
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Please take some time and review the information in the following guide. It will provide you with videos, power point presentation, diagram, tips, explanations. Most importantly links to discussions or groups that will be your support system in the coming 2 months.
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My son leaves February 1, 2012. I guess you and I both will be at the graduation together. I'm near Memphis, TN....and you?
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