My daughter left today

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Permalink Reply by Sandy3632 on March 29, 2012 at 12:07am

My son is Jacob and he left today for Chicago.  I am waiting for the call to say he got there.  He texted early and had arrived at the Chicago airport and is waiting for the bus.  He is my youngest and has never been away from home very much so I am having a hard time with this.  I feel like a panic attack is close!  

Permalink Reply by Teach on March 26, 2012 at 8:11pm

Welcome to the rollercoaster called Boot Camp.  We got on 6 weeks ago today.  Our son will PIR on 4/13.  I cried a LOT the first few days.  It gradually became a few times a day.  After 2-3 weeks, it becomes once a day or so.  Now, I can actually make it a few days, sometimes, depending on what is going on or what I read on here, or who asks about him, or...well you get the idea.  We are moms...through and through...we love them unconditionally.  I counted the days until he left and now I count the days until I see him again.

Trust me, it does get easier and now it seems hard to believe that 6 weeks have already passed and in just 2 1/2 more weeks I'll get to see my new and improved son.

However, I don't think we will ever get off this roller coaster...

Permalink Reply by nancy on March 26, 2012 at 8:32pm

My son left on 3/18 , Im missing him so wondering is he homesick , Ive cried so much  but each day it gets a little better   . I know its something hes wanted  and waited to do, and Im so proud . Cant wait to see him  and tell him  how proud and how much I love him.  Each day will get better.

Permalink Reply by jodia-Proud Mom Of A Sailor! on March 26, 2012 at 9:17pm

kellyc, as soon as I got home from seeing my son off, I went straight to the computer & started writing.  About my feelings that day, my pride in my son, some cool memories.....just some happy thoughts.  I wrote a page every day, and when I got his address I mailed about 11 envelopes, all numbered in the order that I wrote them.  I absolutely loved writing to him and getting his letters.  He's been in 2 1/2 years now  and we just text a lot. ;)  I really miss those letters!

This is a lot harder on the parents than the SR's!  They are busy every minute of every day and we are worried & wondering every minute of every day! Hang in there!              JODI

Permalink Reply by Sarah/AZ(ship11/div156) on March 26, 2012 at 9:34pm

My son left today from AZ.  I was fine the whole time at Meps, but when I got my last hug as he got into the van I lost it. Im so glad for this site, because its going to be a long 8 weeks.

Permalink Reply by Sarah/AZ(ship11/div156) on March 27, 2012 at 2:06pm

Jakes Mom, thanks for the reply this helped. I will get a journal today and start writing things down and watch how many letters I send  LOL...  I was like a zombie all day.... didnt want to talk to anyone. Once I got the call at 11:30pm last night I was fine. Good luck with your youngest leaving today. I dont think I could do this twice.

Permalink Reply by Sarah/AZ(ship11/div156) on March 28, 2012 at 10:15pm

How was your call?? 

 

Permalink Reply by Sarah/AZ(ship11/div156) on March 29, 2012 at 11:22pm

Hi!! How are you doing? I totally understand how you feel. Im still having a hard time with it. Today I wanted to call him and see how things were going.  This site has helped me a lot.  Its going to be a long 8 weeks, and It would be nice to take this journey with another mom from AZ. Maybe our sons will be in the same group.

Permalink Reply by Sarah/AZ(ship11/div156) on March 30, 2012 at 2:01am

Im glad he sounded good. I felt the same way=)

Permalink Reply by Sarah/AZ(ship11/div156) on March 30, 2012 at 2:11am

oh no you missed his call=( thats good your husband was home to talk to him.

 

 I live in San Tan Valley. I love flagstaff. We were up there about 3 months ago for James Rugby games. He played for ASU at that time.

Yes, lets stay in touch either on here or FB. Im on both all the time.

https://www.facebook.com/#!/wickedbutterflies

In my letter I will ask him if he knows your son.

Talk soon...Sarah

Permalink Reply by gonavymom on March 26, 2012 at 9:37pm

My daughter's PIR WAS 3/16.   I still remember the empty feeling in my stomach when she left.  It is harder on us than them.  The best advice I can give is too write!!  I wrote everyday, and my daughter loved it.  I also sent her pictures that I would put on a word document.  She also loved getting copies of her FaceBook page.  Hang in there!!  It's not easy, but there are lots of people on this site to help!!

 

Permalink Reply by Kim on March 29, 2012 at 9:26am

How are you doing? I know it's hard to let our kids go. My son left March 13th. Is this your youngest child? We are all here for you. I now have 3 in the Navy. My oldest son who is in Pensacola Florida. My youngest son who is in bootcamp. My husband who is a Chief here at Great Lakes. I live across the street from bootcamp. If you have any questions let me know.

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