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2nd guessing his decision
I tried to post this yesterday but I don't see it. Sorry if it is a duplicate.
My son leaves for boot camp on December 2nd. He is 2nd guessing his decision to join the Navy. Has anyone else experienced this and how have you encouraged and that they made a great choice? He is 18, almost 19 and I know he is fearful of the unknown but also think he will do great. Any encouraging words that I can pass on to him would sure be helpful. Thank you, Valerie
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Permalink Reply by adpsmom on
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Wow. I am at a loss of words, not really knowing what to tell you other than keep doing what you are doing. Encourage him. Tell him he will do great and that it is such a great opportunity for him. It is such an honorable thing to do. It is scary because it is new and there is a fear of the unknown, but just let him know that you believe in him. I hate this for you. It is hard enough on us, as moms, when our sons are eager to leave, I can only imagine this being even more difficult for you. I will be thinking of you and hope things get better!
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Permalink Reply by Valerie on
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Thank you for your responses. He has been in DEP since last April and has been excited up until this point. I'm sure his feelings are normal and that he will do ok, once he gets used to it. It's just going to be very hard when I say goodbye to him and know that he's doubting his decision. :(
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