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Zackary arrived at boot camp on June 24th

My son left for boot camp on June 24th, we received a call at 1:48 a.m. to say he made it safe and no more calls for 3 weeks! I didn't realize how hard this would be! But I know this is the best thing for him and he will love it once he gets past the first couple of weeks!

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Permalink Reply by Bensma SHIP 14 DIV 260 PIR on June 26, 2014 at 12:34pm

My son left on June 24th also. I got his call at 12:51 am. He sounded good. Like he was 'Ready'! I have had a few tearful moments for sure. But I really feel like ill never view my son as a boy again. He is a man now. I pray for him daily and put my trust in God for his well being. Lets stay in touch as this is going to be a journey for sure!

Permalink Reply by T'sNukeMomMM(class1449A) on June 26, 2014 at 1:19pm

My son left on June 25th. We got his call at 6:50 pm. He sounded good. Already to get going on BC. I have also had a few tearful moments. Always praying for him and putting my trust in God for his well being. So proud and excited for him.

Permalink Reply by LisaM1022 on June 26, 2014 at 7:19pm

My son left on the 23rd. His call home came at 12am. He also sounded good. I keep wondering how he is doing. It's weird not having him around. I'm sure they will all do just fine but I can't wait for a phone call and also to be able to write to him :)

Permalink Reply by SailorMoon9506 on June 26, 2014 at 9:07pm

My daughter left early June 24th, and I got her call about 9:30 that night. I've already written her letters, and so has her younger sister. I can't wait to get to make plans for PIR. We are doing okay without her around, as she spent the last year in college. Our problem is not getting to speak to her. We used to Skype at dinner each night, text throughout the day, and send each other posts on Facebook daily. I have found myself wanting to cry at random things throughout the day, but we are holding up. I know it's too soon for a box and letter, but I keep wishing that today is the day.

Permalink Reply by jackimb68 on June 27, 2014 at 10:12am

My son arrived on 6/24, he took his cell phone with him, He called me about 7:00pm when they got there but still on the bus. As he was talking to me somebody got on the bus and yelled "ok, this is how its going to work", he said "love you, gotta go" and hung up. About thirty minutes later I got the official I'm here talk to you in three weeks call.

My son lived on campus for college, so it isn't the not seeing him, it's the not talking to him that really bothers me. He is very capable, but it sure is hard on the mom's.

Permalink Reply by jackimb68 on June 27, 2014 at 3:03pm

I just received my kid in a box. I live in Michigan, so everyone's should be on the way depending on the distance to where you live.

Permalink Reply by SailorMoon9506 on June 27, 2014 at 5:23pm

I also just got my kid in a box. When I called it that the FedEx man looked at me like I was nuts. I didn't care, I just grabbed the box and left my poor husband to explain and sign. My daughter, Brettney, arrived on Tuesday, and it came today. We live in Washington State, so for those whose kids arrived on the 24th, it is coming.

Permalink Reply by motorcitymom on June 28, 2014 at 11:31pm

My son left on the 24th as well. I missed his "I made it call" on Tuesday. I have been by the phone every dunce!!! I'm from MI, hope to get my box soon.

Permalink Reply by motorcitymom on June 28, 2014 at 11:32pm

Sorry, I meant every since.

Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on June 28, 2014 at 11:38pm

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Permalink Reply by Nora-Ship 13 Div 257 on June 29, 2014 at 12:03am

My son left for boot camp on the 24. I cried all the time today was first time I could talk about it without crying. When he called he didn't sound good it broke my heart but i know this is the best thing for him and it's what he wanted. My son is ship 13 div 257. I hope to get my box soon.