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SHIP 04 DIV 813
Looking for other Moms who have a loved one on SHIP 04 DIV 813
Quick Look Information for DIV813 Moms with PIR date of 05/18/2012:
THURSDAY, May 17, 2012:
There will be several Mom's who will be meeting at Starbucks 3:30 PM CST the afternoon of May 17th.
- Starbucks located at 780 Lakehurst Road, Waukegan, IL 60085; Phone: (847) 689-4317
How can we 'recognize' each other?
- DIV813 Mom's have elected to wear navy blue nail polish one nail on each hand as a quick way to recognize one another.
Sarge's Meet and Greet or ???
- DIV813 Mom's have elected to (initially) attend Sarge's Meet and Greet from 5:30 PM-9:00 PM CST on Thursday, May 17th, 2012
- Be sure to RSVP to let Sarge know if you're coming
- Here's the link for Sarge's Meet and Greet
- Here's the address for Sarge's Meet and Greet:
Sundance Event Center (Sundance Saloon)
300 Lakehurst Road, Waukegan, IL 60085
Fountain Square
(847) 887-0858
What about ribbons?
- If you're buying them you may want to consider "Lala's Ribbons" She needs a week notice to mail them without additional shipping charges.
- Here's the link to LaLa's Ribbons/Unique Memory Makers
- If you're making them, use black ribbon with gold lettering
Other Useful Info:
What things do I need to bring to my SR for use after PIR?
Some ideas from the 'vet Moms:" Tennis shoes, cell phones/ ipods (and their chargers), boxers, socks, compression shorts and Superfeet, a couple of sets of workout clothes, one set of "civies" for Phase II liberty, sunglasses, watch, favorite "comfort" food (cookies, brownies for example)
What are "Superfeet?"
- Superfeet is a brand of insoles for boots or sneakers. They absorb some of the impact. They are very popular and cost about $30(ish).
- Here's a link for more information: Superfeet
Is there a mall close by?
- Yes, the Gurnee Mall looks to be close by.
- Here's the link that can provide you with stores and location: GURNEE MALL
Boot Camp Mom's Prayer
God bless my recruit as he meets this day
I pray that he has the strength to find his way
As reveley wakes him so loud and clear
I pray your love will lead him, and he will show no fear
If there's danger and if there's strife
Please send Angels to guard his life
Keep him safe and hold him near
Bless my recruit, I hold him dear
Until he moves on to PIR day
Bring peace to our hearts
And strength to our faith
(Many thanks to our own 'teeny' for sharing!)
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Permalink Reply by sjtina on
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Cor, its ok to be biased. lol
When each division is called, people cheer, but when the 800 division enters the cheers are deafening. What an awesome feeling that was.
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Permalink Reply by teeny on
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cait that is so sweet. it takes encouragement on both sides to get through this. my sr said that some of the women are meeting for coffee i havent heard anything. said that someone set up a facebook but i went on the naval recruiting site and i will be darn if i can find anything.
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Permalink Reply by Cait_J on
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You're right about the encouragement! It's truly a bonding experience for all of us and I love it! But I have yet to hear about the coffee thing! I have not a clue about it!
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Hell Week for 2 94 was secured earlier today. Thank you so much for the prayers and well wishes.
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Permalink Reply by NavyBlue on
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Praise the Lord, I've lifted them up every day. Happy to know they are on the other side. Got a letter today from my SR sounds like he's on track with 813 DIV. Looking forward to meeting all of you in Great Lakes!
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Permalink Reply by SWCC'Em on
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I know that was a relief to the boys and their Moms. Congratulations 294!
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Permalink Reply by myty on
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Hi Ladies!
Just reading about the cheers at PIR are making me tear up. Can't imanage how hard the tears are going to flow on the actual day! Note to self pack water proof mascara!
So happy hell week is over for 2 94. I pray they ALL did well and they are not to beat up.
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chris's mom I dont fly in until thursday but would love to meet everyone. going to sarges meet andgreet on thursday. Hope your sr is doing well. mine loves it
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ok everyone we are getting closer and closer. it will soon be our turn!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Hi ladies! Hope all is well with you and yours!!!!!
I'm with you teeny the finish line is almost in sight! Hard to believe. Eight weeks felt like a life time. SOOOOOOO happy it is almost over.
Question? Where is this coffee taking place and who is setting it up? Is there another site that DIV 813 is communicating on?
Who is meeting at Sarges (I thought that was a bar..... hard to hear people talk)? I will be more than happy to meet where ever just as long as I get to meet all you wonderful ladies. I would have had a much harder time making it through this if it wasn't for all of you!
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Good afternoon all, How is everyone and their SR doing? Good, I hope. Missing mine like crazy.Keep checking the pictures on the facebook site hoping for a glimpse, but nothing so far. :(
Sarge is holding a meet and greet at the Sundance Saloon on Thursday night from 5:30-7:30. I found it listed on this site under events. There's his and another one besides the Ramada Inn.
Has anyone else ordered the ribbons from Lala for the PIR?
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