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**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.

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In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).

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leaving for boot camp August 25, 2015

I am looking for anyone that has a child leaving for boot camp on Aug. 25.

I am starting to feel some anxiety. I think after cleaning his bedroom out it hit me harder than I thought it would. Seven more days and I am nervous for him. He seems to be fine....its me. lol

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Permalink Reply by becca2165 on August 25, 2015 at 7:54pm

I got my call last night. It is scripted and they cant really talk to you but I said I love you and am so proud of you before she hung up :)

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Permalink Reply by Farah on August 25, 2015 at 8:03pm

That is great that you still said those things before she hung up.....she heard you and that will help her get through.

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Permalink Reply by Sherry on August 25, 2015 at 8:03pm

Farah - I am with you. I was so strong up until it was time for him to get on the bus. I've had multiple crying spells since. I am literally exhausted. I also understand the depressed comment. I just really hate his absence. Both in person and in communication (once he gets there). I am hoping time will heal the heart and each day will get easier.

BLAH!

(Is this where I was supposed to offer words of encouragement - whoopsie!)

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Permalink Reply by Valerie on August 25, 2015 at 8:48pm

Hello Moms!
We are literally and figuratively on the same page (and a support network is exactly what I need).
My son left today and I have to say waiting for the call was torture but finally he called.
I kept it together for the call but now being home without him is emotional. This is a real bad case of "empty nest syndrome".
I stumbled on this page and it feels good to ramble on and on about all these emotions. The thoughts of waiting for the next call or letter....ugh
Couldn't be any prouder but darn this is tough.