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Sad but Proud
Hello,
I too, join all the families proud of the loved ones but sadly missing them at the same time. My son left for boot camp on Tuesday, July 7th. We heard from him briefly (and I do mean briefly) that same night just to alert us that he had arrived safely. I know that he is strong, disciplined, smart and determined; however I still just the same. My only comfort is that my husband is a Navy veteran (although I met him after he had finished his active duty and was at that time in the Reserves); saying that to say, he constantly assures me that our son is and will be FINE. Still the same, I am his mother and this is my first and oldest child. Can't wait to get that package so that we can write and also get to graduation on 09/04/15, I think.....If anyone else out there has loved ones that left on 07/07/15 please keep in touch.
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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on
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Arrival and What Happens at the RTC within Boot Camp Moms (and loved ones) will let you know what is happening and what to expect. "The box" will come soon and then The Form Letter with his address and PIR date. You may be right that PIR is 09/04/2015, but wait on The Form Letter to know for sure.
I left info for you on your My Page.
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Permalink Reply by leftygirl22 on
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OK, thanks will do. And thanks for the info.....
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Permalink Reply by fayegirrl4* on
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Hello leftygirl22! Our first and oldest son left 7/7 as well for boot camp. He just graduated high school in May so we have had a busy few months. Two parties, Memorial Day, his younger brother's birthday.... so much build up then the swearing in. It took me a few days for everything to sink in. I don't cry as much when I think of our son. Now, my mom is a different story! Ha!
Our son is following in the footsteps of his paternal grandfather, maternal great grandfather, two uncles, and several cousins by enlisting with the Navy. He was 100% ready to go and serve his country. Not much to dispute but it was hard to let him go. The brief "I arrived safely" call was tough. Our son sounded tired ( IM sure he was exhausted....) but not sad. That made me happy. I did want to go to GL and bring him home. Irrational, I know!
So now we wait for "The BOX" and the form letter. I must admit I'm not an overly patient person!
Good luck and keep posting on this site. Maybe our sons will be in the same division!
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