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Son leaves in 24 hours, flys to IL Wednesday 4/18
We just had our sons party yesterday afternoon with a great turnout from lots of family and friends to wish him well. He will be picked up tomorrow afternoon to be taken to MEPS and will fly out on Wednesday, 4/18 to IL. Needless to say, today is a huge reality check for us all. I'm feeling very sad today knowing he will be leaving soon. I know this is normal but wanted to hear some of your stories to help ease my mind.
I have to say the waiting is the worst part. It's the anticipation of leaving and the fear of the unknown. I can see the stress and worry in him today more then ever. I know once he gets there and gets a few weeks under his belt he will feel quite different. This will be hard on us all....but we know he will have such a bright future ahead. This is a long and exciting journey full of many emotions. I'm sure I won't sleep a wink tonight...
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Permalink Reply by ebigirl on
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John,
First of all, thank you for your service. It's interesting that you describe the Navy and Army differences. My son is a Seabee with the Reserves, and does his monthly drills here at home (how lucky am I!!) at JBLM, which I'm sure you know is a combined Air Force and Army base south of Tacoma, WA. The kicker is that he drills with the Marines!
It is his understanding that the Seabee's might be taken over by the Marines. I'm NOT trying to start any rumors, but know that many veteran Seabee's are being let go and this move only makes sense.
We are not from a Military family. How did you feel when your son decided to join the Navy rather than the Army? Like you, I am so very proud of my son. I can tell you without any hesitation that the Navy is the best decision my son could have ever made for HIMSELF!!! He LOVES it!! Thanks again.
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Permalink Reply by JMT1366 (Ship 3 - Div 188) on
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My son too left on 4/18...he's going in to become a ET...(electronics & radar)....it's so comforting knowing others feel exactly the same way as I do. It's a strange feeling of loss but in return a great deal of pride in your child. I'm so grateful for this site...it's gonna help me get through this journey!!
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Thank you for serving!! It is greatly appreciated! My son left on 4/18 as well from MD. We'll have to keep in touch...we could be at PIR at the same time! I wish you and your son well!!
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Permalink Reply by BunkerQB on
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Ahhh John - it's truly different when your child is going thru it. Visualizing your son doing what you did (Navy version) must be somewhat weird for you. Thank your son for us for continuing the family tradtion of military service. If you look thru the info in the Survival Guide (the videos, the diagram, pdf files), you'll get a pretty good idea of what he'll be going thru - I'd be interested to hear your take on it.
Survival Guide for Navy For Moms Newbie
A lot of the info too basic for you - however, the links are always good to have. The Survival Guide is one of the featured discussions, so you'll always find it on the MAIN page, middle column.
Good luck.
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We have a Survival Guide for Navy For Moms Newbie (clickable link). You'll find everything you need to get started. Videos, PDF files of boot camp processing days, links to all the important groups plus tips on how to use this site. Keep in mind the videos and PDF files may take some time to download the first time you try it. It'll look like nothing is happening. Be patient.
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I received the box today...lots of mixed emotions when I opened it. I held his clothes close to me and felt better for a few minutes. After I washed his things to put in his room, his younger brother asked to wear his Navy shirt to school tomorrow. That made me smile! So proud of my boy. Hoping to receive the form letter soon. I want to mail his letters and start making airline & hotel reservations! :)
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Permalink Reply by luvmysailor on
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Was reading all your posts, your son will do great ! I know my son just went through boot camp this past Nov. My husband works at ROTC where the teach the new recruits how to handle weapons and fire them. My daughter also will be joining this summer. There are videos in you tube that will walk you through what they go through my husband is in one of those so I know they are up to date. I know you must miss him badly but trust me he is fine and they keep them so busy they don't have time to be home sick.
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Please thank your husband, your son and your daughter for their dedication to our country. It is greatly appreciated! :)
We raise our children to be independent, self sufficient, hard working and respectful human beings. I'm very proud that my husband and I have done our job as best as we knew how and have a son who has become all of those things. He has much to offer to the world and to the Navy. As I do miss him dearly, I realize how very lucky I am to have him for a son. He makes me so proud, every second, of every day! Go Navy!
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JMT- Glad to hear your doing ok. I love that your younger son asked to wear his brother's Navy shirt to school. He must have a ton of pride for his brother, that's awesome!
The "box" from my son went to his girlfriend when he was in bc, so I didn't experience that. For the best I'm sure as I was feeling very lost and almost paralyzed while he was in bc. Once again, it's hard to believe that a year has gone by already.
luvmysailor- Thank you for your words of wisdom, and please thank your family members for their dedication and service to our country.
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Yes, doing better. I'm trying to focus on the end result instead of thinking about how much I miss him. :)
Nothing in life is worth having that doesn't come from hard work! So I will keep my chin up...stand proud and patiently await our PIR date! :)
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Great attitude! Are you finding the time going by a little bit faster each day? Before you know it you will be in Chicago thinking, "has 8 weeks gone by already"?
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Just got graduation date...June 22nd 2012
Ship 03, Division 188
So excited!
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