7 days till boot camp

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Permalink Reply by navygirl0428 on July 25, 2011 at 5:47pm

I'm not, but I've been there. My husband graduated from boot camp Nov. 2010 and now we are stationed at the DLI so I've been on this roller coaster for awhile. I do have a lot of insight to what happens there and what you can expect if you need any advice. He will be okay.. it will be an awful experience for him but the good kind.. tough love works. I remember feeling so very freaked out and couldn't help but count down the hours. We've all been there though and we're here for you now. Just let me know if you need to vent or if you have any questions. Good luck and remember he'll be perfectly fine and he'll feel so accomplished when it's done.

 

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Permalink Reply by 1stlove (02/946) on July 25, 2011 at 5:58pm

thank you I just sent a request to add you I will be in touch thanks again

 

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Permalink Reply by totsbels on October 6, 2011 at 1:45pm

I am shipping out in Jan and heading to DLI after basic to train as a CTI.  My fiance wants to move with me (and bring our two dogs), but we are thinking it would be easier to move our wedding date up to before I ship out so that he doesn't have to go through the hassle of finding an apartment in Monterey.  Can you PM me and give me some insight into the process of the spouse moving out there?  Living arrangements, getting a place at the Ord, etc...?  Any advice and information would be much appreciated.  Thanks! Brittany

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Permalink Reply by Anti M on October 11, 2011 at 9:28am

Life is indeed simpler if you marry before boot camp, just get your recruiter the information ASAP so the paperwork goes through.  He won't like it, but it won't change your program.  I've heard at least three months prior to departure to be sure.

Are you talking about military housing?  School commands don't always have housing for student sailor's dependents, base housing often has long wait lists, and all have regulations about pets.  Many have breed exclusions; there are some breeds which are NOT allowed.  California is a heck of an expensive place to find a rental which allows dogs too, we had that problem in San Diego.

Also, the Navy might not move your spouse to be with you during A school, it must be a certain length for the dependent to be eligible for a move and for the student sailor to live offbase (you MUST request permission from the school command).  Roughly six months or more, not counting hold times.

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Permalink Reply by cwbluefish on August 10, 2011 at 1:11pm

I wish you luck getting through this! It will be over before you know it. Could you please tell me how long after signing on your kid had to wait before going to boot camp?

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Permalink Reply by Adam's Mom. on August 13, 2011 at 7:30am

Hi. My son signed in Early March, he is going in in August 30. Its was going to be Oct. but they changed it Due to his choice of DC(damage control)

 

Hope this helps.

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Permalink Reply by Adam's Mom. on August 13, 2011 at 7:29am

My son Leaves Aug 30. He for the First time told me he is "nervous". When he said that my heart dropped, Now I'm scared, sick to my stomach for him.  I searched for words to make him feel better. All could say was......Everyone going in with you feels exactly the same way thats why you are so connected to your Navy Brothers and Sisters. You will find the best friends in your  life in the Navy.  (hope I did ok)

   Stay Strong , We can do this!!!

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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on August 13, 2011 at 2:17pm

Join the group, DEP-Leavin for bootcamp in August. You will meet others with loved ones leaving that day/week who may be in the same TG and have PIR together. I also suggest you join New Moms Stop Here and check out the Pages and Discussions there.

Your future Sailor may want to join http://www.navydep.com to learn the ins and outs from the DEP point of view. Craig runs that and will steer you to some good links on there.

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Permalink Reply by conniej68/ship3div367 on August 14, 2011 at 9:56pm

This is my only son, he leaves the 30th of sep. I think the hardest part at least for me will not being able to talk to him for a long time.. My husband calls this jeff withdraws

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Permalink Reply by lemonelephant on August 14, 2011 at 11:50pm

You may wish to join the group, DEP-Leavin for bootcamp in September.The rest of the info in the comment above applies to you as well.

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Permalink Reply by BunkerQB on August 14, 2011 at 11:54pm

In the New Moms Stop Here we have a list of reference PAGES with great information for you such as an example of the form letter, videos of what you recruit will be going through, a survival guide w hints on how to use this site and more. Plus we have a panel of experienced moms ready to help you out like lemonelelphant. All are welcomed to join.

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Permalink Reply by Cristina on June 27, 2012 at 9:29pm

I am responding to this post by the middle of 2012.  Right now I am in this stage.  My two kids are join the navy.  My son is in boot camp since last Monday and  my daughter is waiting until August 2012.  I'm proud and happy for them, but at the same time am having that roller coaster of emotions and I hope that I can get help and answers with the all questions that I have now. 

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