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Day 2 and I keep wondering
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Permalink Reply by Rhonda on
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He's not sleeping yet :( they keep them awake for 40-48 hours from the time they leave.
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Permalink Reply by BearsFan731 on
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jaysmom, he is being processed. He will recieve shots and medical exams. he will be filling out more paperwork and he will start the process of opening his direct deposit account. Depending on his rate (If he needs a top secret clearance). He will not get much sleep and it will be a lot of sitting around. He is definitely doing ok. My son graduated BC 3/27, so I know exactly what you are going through. Be patient and know that he is thinking about you as much as you are thinking about him! :)
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Permalink Reply by IslandGal on
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That is what I was told too...he was advised to cat nap whenever he could...
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Permalink Reply by mikmack on
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Yes it is the hardest part. There is a link for the rundown on what they are doing. They are not sleeping till tonight. But my sailor (not SR anymore because he graduated yay!) told us that he didn't sleep for at least 48 hours. Street writing letters now and send them as soon as you get the address. They need need need those letters! And it helps to put thoughts on paper.
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Permalink Reply by jaysmom on
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My first letter is written and put in a pile to send when I get his address.
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Yes I remember that call. Then it feels like you are shoved into the abyss. No contact is very very hard. He may likely get to call in about 3 weeks so keep your phone close by and charged up. :)
and always remember that no news is good news. It doesn't seem like it on this end but it is the truth! -
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http://www.navyformoms.com/group/bootcampmoms/page/arrival-and-what...
Try the link and see if it answered any questions. There is also avideo on you tube about it. The video sure helped me. :) -
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