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Helping my youngest son cope
My oldest son just left for bootcamp on February 24th and my youngest is taking it so hard. I am a divorced Mom of 2 boys and it's been the 3 of us for so long and now that T is gone my youngest feels as though his world has ended. I've done everything I could possibly think of but nothing seems to take away his pain. I've aloud him to sleep in his big brothers room and even wear some of his shirts, we also talk about our feelings.....Does anyone have any suggestions? It hurts me so because I can't take away his pain.
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Permalink Reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on
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Sorry your youngest is feeling this way. Have him start writing letters now to his big brother - make sure he keeps them positive. Have him tell him about things going on his everyday life - how he's doing in school, what his friends are up to, etc. Tell him he is so proud of him & it's ok to say he's looking forward to seeing him once he becomes a sailor. Have your youngest count Friday's - the time will go by faster. Also, show your youngest the videos that are on here & on You Tube - this will give him an idea of what his brother is going through. Above all just love him & hug him & tell him it's ok to miss his brother but know that it's only temporary! Soon you'll have contact with him again and this will all be a memory. Good luck!
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You are welcome!
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Permalink Reply by J'sMom on
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It might be fun if he helps make a poster for PIR for the hotel door. Planning on the next thing might help get past the present situation.
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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You are taking the right steps. Even though you can't mail letters yet, both of you can write to your recruit. Your son may enjoy thinking up letters form things around the house--the recruit's bed, the dog... whatever. See Letter Writing & Fun Stuff/Questionnaires to send to your Recruit.
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Permalink Reply by Kathy (AOMom) on
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I am a former Navy mom, but I still like to read the blogs and discussions. I read your message and just wanted to pass on to you a program called Navy sea cadets, its very similar to Boy Scouts but its all about Navy, and they learn all sorts of Navy things with an retired officer that volunteers his time to the program. You can google it and find if there is one in your area, could be something your son would enjoy, get to learn stuff his big brother is learning, they even get real Navy uniforms. He a lucky boy with such a great big brother. It will all work out, best of luck to you and your sons.
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