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may 27 leaving for boot camp - so upset
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Permalink Reply by stephensmom on
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I felt the same. The week before my son left I was a mess. It does get better, especially when you get to communicate regularly again. Keep focusing on the fact that he is following his dream. :)
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Permalink Reply by IslandGal on
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I can see by the replies you are not the only one to feel his way. My son left May 19, he is 24, and I had about 2 years to get ready for this. It was still hard. We too are very close and still find it hard to believe he is there. Just the idea that I can not pick up the phone and call or text is so weird. I think that is a major downside to today's world! We are so used to communication! I can only say that the first night was the hardest ( I didn't even get the call, his girlfriend did: and boy did that set off the tears) but each day has been a little better. Keep busy, exercise if you are prone too, work, whatever you do, and the box/ letter will come. Never so happy to see neat handwriting! Will keep you in my thoughts. Peace.
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Hi jaysmom: Welcome and congratulations on your son joining the navy!!! It may not seem possible, but, trust me, it does get better. And we've all been through the same emotions you are feeling right now. Soon you'll be receiving your son's box with all his belongings. That's a hard day (I spent the afternoon with my crying face in my son's sweater); but once you start receiving his letters you will feel much better. Try to connect with other parents whose sailors will be graduating with your son and/or who have sailors in the same division as your son. This way you are in contact with the people who are going through the same thing at the same time. This site is jam packed with all kind of information that will really help you through the next eight weeks. Any questions just ask away. We're all here to help you.
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Permalink Reply by jaysmom on
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Just heard from him. Nearly 6 pm and they just stopped in Romeoville, IL to eat at the Cracker Barrel and then it is on to the airport to meet up with everyone else and then off to the base. I know I have only a few more hours to talk to him and then that is it. :(
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Permalink Reply by deniseMatt'smom on
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I'm reading all the stories and it does bring me back :(. I just want to share with you one of the best things I did....keep "the box" ... I store all the letters, PIR memorabilia ticket stubs, certificates...anything that is Navy related. My son was thrilled to see it when he got home, to see his handwriting and remember that day!!!! A great keepsake!
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Great idea. I will be sure to keep the box, although I know I will cry when I get it.
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