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I have noticed over time the same questions have been ask. So I put a little something together in hopes that it will be helpful to all of you.
What will there first day be like at BC? I wonder if he or she is ok. Check out this site, it gives you some idea what there first day was like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd7_yp0Hkwc
Can they take anything to BC with them?
Recruits should go with what they have on there back. Everything will then come back to you in "The Box" They can keep their watch, religious metels and a wallet. Along with some toiletries.
"The Box"
This will be hard. This was your first test. The call will come. Short and to the point. " I made it, I am here, I am fine, Love you, I gotta go" Then "Your kid comes home in a box " minus your kid. Yes, you will cry but you will be fine. Then the form letter comes. You have waited days for a letter, something and all you get is a form letter with a small note at the bottom from your recruit. But this is all good. This form letter is full of info. Now you can mail out all the letters you have been writting. Remember to send a few picture along with encouraging words. Lots of letters. Mail is like gold to your recruit. They live for Mail day every Sunday. They also get to write home every Sunday. So run to the mail box every Wednesday for your letter. Some recruits will get to call home. This is something that is earned. And the calls are very random. Strange times of the day. But its always nice to hear from them.
"PIR date"
There is a web site to check grad dates.
http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/upcoming_grads.asp
Your form letter should have given you your recruits Division Number. You will need this to check your PIR date. If your divison is not listed. Be patient, it will be. Once PIR date is given and you know your child is doing well. Then you can start making plans for your trip.
There are many hotels in the area. I would recommed to rent a car. It makes life easier. After PIR most Sailors will be able to leave. But make sure they are back on time. No gifts at PIR. Sorry to say they are still in BC. Sailors can not take anything back to base with them. Enjoy your weekend with you son or daughter. Love the changes they made, see the sites of Chicago. Live for the moment. It all ends way to soon. But it will be the best weekend of you life.
I love the fact that this site has grown so large. I don't mean to make lite of Boot Camp but if you don't put a little humor in your life what a sad world it would be. Hope to talk you all of you later. Donna
What will there first day be like at BC? I wonder if he or she is ok. Check out this site, it gives you some idea what there first day was like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd7_yp0Hkwc
Can they take anything to BC with them?
Recruits should go with what they have on there back. Everything will then come back to you in "The Box" They can keep their watch, religious metels and a wallet. Along with some toiletries.
"The Box"
This will be hard. This was your first test. The call will come. Short and to the point. " I made it, I am here, I am fine, Love you, I gotta go" Then "Your kid comes home in a box " minus your kid. Yes, you will cry but you will be fine. Then the form letter comes. You have waited days for a letter, something and all you get is a form letter with a small note at the bottom from your recruit. But this is all good. This form letter is full of info. Now you can mail out all the letters you have been writting. Remember to send a few picture along with encouraging words. Lots of letters. Mail is like gold to your recruit. They live for Mail day every Sunday. They also get to write home every Sunday. So run to the mail box every Wednesday for your letter. Some recruits will get to call home. This is something that is earned. And the calls are very random. Strange times of the day. But its always nice to hear from them.
"PIR date"
There is a web site to check grad dates.
http://www1.netc.navy.mil/nstc/rtcgl/upcoming_grads.asp
Your form letter should have given you your recruits Division Number. You will need this to check your PIR date. If your divison is not listed. Be patient, it will be. Once PIR date is given and you know your child is doing well. Then you can start making plans for your trip.
There are many hotels in the area. I would recommed to rent a car. It makes life easier. After PIR most Sailors will be able to leave. But make sure they are back on time. No gifts at PIR. Sorry to say they are still in BC. Sailors can not take anything back to base with them. Enjoy your weekend with you son or daughter. Love the changes they made, see the sites of Chicago. Live for the moment. It all ends way to soon. But it will be the best weekend of you life.
I love the fact that this site has grown so large. I don't mean to make lite of Boot Camp but if you don't put a little humor in your life what a sad world it would be. Hope to talk you all of you later. Donna
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Comment by Texas Mom of 2 6 hours ago - Bobswife, my oldest son was the division's yeoman back in 2007. For those that don't know, it's like an administrative assistant........your husband will have lots of respect and responsibility! When we there for PIR, all the other Sailors would introduce my son to their families saying "this is our division's yeoman." I think they're the recruit petty officer that is 3rd in charge......... Congrats - very responsible position!
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Comment by Tabitha 16 hours ago - Bobswife:congrats to ur hubby for getting the yeoman spot! that's awesome, my hubby is damage control :) he says he likes it! i pray for all of the recruits every night! I am so proud of my hubby and can't wait for 12/30!!! WOOHOO GO DIV 034!!!
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Comment by Katieliz {Ship 10 Div 074} 17 hours ago -
Hi Edna, My son arrived in GL on the 25th. I just got his ship and division information tonight. If yours turns out to be the same, please add me to your friends list.
Kathleen
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Comment by BobsWife(Jennifer)-Ship13,Div052 18 hours ago - I just got back from my mom's. I didn't have a single letter in my mailbox... instead, we had a total of NINE! Eight for me and one for our son. :) I cannot begin to explain the sense of relief that rolled over me as I read each one. Bob sounds like he is doing really good. He is actually his division's Yeoman (Recruit Petty Officer) -- so that must mean he is doing something right! Of course, it is tough being away from his son and I, but he has his head and heart in the right place. I'm hoping and wishing those of you who haven't gotten a letter yet, will soon!
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Comment by Tabitha 19 hours ago
- Hang in there Edna! I was talking to u earlier in the chatroom and i can tell you for me and our 2 year old the first 10 days were definitely the hardest b/c u wont hear from them for that long! Take it day by day hour by hour! And "no news is good news" and if anything was to happen (injury, delay, failure of test) your recruit will call you to let you know! If you need anything or have any questions feel free to message me! And WELCOME
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Comment by Edna (Kyle's mom) 19 hours ago - Good evening everyone, I'm new to the site. My son Kyle left on November 25th. Anyone else have a son/daughter that left on that same day? It's extremely hard not be able to talk to him every day. I sure hope he's ok!
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Comment by mhill 1 day ago -
Garda...did you get your son's division and ship number?
Tabitha...thanks. On another site one of the moms said her son's PIR was going to be the 29th and he arrived on the 23rd, so I'm guess that would be correct. Thanks.
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Comment by Tabitha 1 day ago
- maybe jan 22nd? or 29th?
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Comment by mhill 1 day ago
- We got the box also without the letter. Good to know it comes separately! My son arrived on the 23rd also...any idea what date PIR might be?
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Comment by Kelly **gunnerJ's mom** 1 day ago -
good morning all!
garda~
the letter should be sent about a week after the box. they send the box out right away as soon as they are issues navy clothing but the letter isn't sent out till the day the division your recruit is assigned to fills up. That usually takes a few days to a week, then of course how ever long letters take to get to where your live. You could recieve the letter as soon as this coming week, it will have the PIR date and other info for PIR.
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