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Leaving November 12, 2014
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Permalink Reply by Doc Momma on
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How are you doing? I don't think I have ever thought about anyone that was not around as much as I am now. :)
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Permalink Reply by Tom'sMom on
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Me neither!! I hope I'm not annoying the bejeezus out of co workers, etc. I eat and sleep Tom. I'm planning of having a t-shirt made-Navy blue of course- with his last name, PIR date, ship and division on the back. Then at the meet and greet it may easier to identify me from here....just a thought. How many days left?? Too many!
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Permalink Reply by NJMom on
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Yes, my daughter, too. She's 20 and never been away from home for more than a week (on vacation). I'm nervous, excited and sad. But I support her decision and am very proud. Good luck to your boys!
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I am SO PROUD too. He has dreamed of this since I can remember and now he is there. :)
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I just received the long awaited phone call from my daughter. She arrived at the RTC safe and sound. Within the few seconds she had told me I will be receiving another call from her in 3 weeks and should receive her box and form letter soon as well. My heart is aching because I miss her but am very excited for her as well. How are you ladies doing? Did you hear from your recruits yet?
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When I received the call and he said he was able to make another in about 3 weeks he said he would like to call his girlfriend. I am so okay with that. She is away at University. :)
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Permalink Reply by Jenszrej on
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I got my call at 1:00am Friday morning the 14th! I bet I watched every video available! I hope they are just finishing up their P-days and can move on!
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I have been watching videos too. They do give us a gist of what is going on on their end. :)
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Permalink Reply by jenngga on
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My son left on Nov. 12 too. My daughter in law had my phone and she slept through his 1am phone call on Thurs morning. Nice to know I can connect with some families and compare notes here. I am a little anxious to hear from him but not worried. I know he was motivated and ready to go.
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