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Received my sons box today
My son left on Monday the 9th and I received his box just a few minutes ago. So far everything has happened exactly how this site has explained it. I can't believe how excited I am to receive the box even though it's just his clothes and cell phone. So excited for my baby boy. Can't wait to get the form letter! I am constantly thinking about him and wondering what it is he is doing right at that moment. Boy do I miss him!
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Permalink Reply by Mamasboy96 on
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My son also left 11/9, and I got my box on 11/12 too!! Can't wait for the letter!! And one from him too:)
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Permalink Reply by Baxter21 on
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Hi, I got my son box today, he left 11/10 - but last week was Veterans Day... did you get your letter yet?
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My son left on the 10th. Hus box came today, but I wasn't home. Going to pick it up tomorrow fron Fed Ex
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Permalink Reply by liltxnavymom on
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My daughter left on the 10th as well and we received her box on the 13th but we were not home so I had to go get it the next day. I was told it would take 2 weeks for the letter to come but it looks like some are getting them earlier. I hope to get mine soon because we didnt receive a phone call the night they arrived. :(
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Permalink Reply by momofnm on
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Hi moms! My boy is there with your boys as well. Received his box today (Friday)
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No box today, either :( But we live in a rural area, so the fed-ex stuff is usually turned over to the post office for delivery. I would imagine that ads a day, but if there is a signature requirement, it usually isn't turned over. Sigh...never thought I would be so eager to receive dirty laundry in the mail.
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Permalink Reply by Sue on
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My son arrived at GL on 11/10 and I received "The Box" on 11/13 via FedEx. We're in Minnesota.
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Did anyone get their letter today? I don't get home until later, and I'm antsy wondering if mine is in the mailbox!
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