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I don't know how to start an encouraging letter
We just received the "box" with all of my brother's items along with the letter with all the information. We are ready to write a letter but we do not even know how to start. We do not want to get all emotional and make him feel bad or homesick when he gets it. Any ideas about what not to say in the letter? Thanks in advance.
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Permalink Reply by samm3991 on
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I believe you are over thinking the situation. If you are emotional, be emotional! When he gets the letter it will make him homesick, no matter what you say. Just write to him like you mean it. Wouldn't hurt to add something for him to grin about either.
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Thank you samm3991! You are right, I'm a little nervous I guess.
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Permalink Reply by Leach73 on
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Proudsista77 - start by telling him that you are so proud of him and that you admire his bravery and courage for choosing to serve our country and represent the World's Greatest Navy! Sending his encouraging words but be realistic that you know it will be tough but reassure him that the has what it takes to make it thru and that everyone out here is cheering him on! Send him pics of the family! and pets if you have any. Look for the questionairres here on the N4M's website. Ask him about the people he has met and where they are from. You can tell him you miss him but just make sure to follow up with saying that you can't wait to see him at PIR all dressed up in his dress whites as he marches in with pride and dignity. I wrote to my SR everyday!!! sometimes I even sent her 3 letters a day and everyday she got mail and said it was the best part of her day. I also sent my Sailor a small calendar and put a star around her PIR date and told her that I had the same calendar and we would be crossing off the days together and counting down each Friday.
Like samm3991 said, don't overthink it, just write as if you were having a normal conversation with him.
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Thank you Leach73 for your great advice! I am so happy I found this page :)
I really appreciate that you and samm3991 took the time to respond to my concern, i feel more at peace now. Thanks to Both again!!
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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Check out Letter Writing & Fun Stuff/Questionnaires to send to your Recruit and Letter-Writing Navy Moms.
Also, check your My Page for additional info and groups.
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