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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
Discussion Forum
PIR date of January 22, all divisions 12 Replies
Started by pinky7. Last reply by Maria-Kyle's Mom-Ship 10 Div 071 20 minutes ago.
PIR date of January 15, all divisions 2 Replies
Started by khensey. Last reply by pinky7 39 minutes ago.
PIR - 1/15/10 - ALL DIVISIONS 18 Replies
Started by BobsWife(Jennifer)-Ship13,Div052. Last reply by mrs.baseball 10 hours ago.
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Comment by Lea on September 6, 2008 at 5:04pm - We got our box yesterday - but no form letter. I have mailed Garry something everyday - I will be glad when he can write and I can hear from him.
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Comment by Libby's Mom on September 6, 2008 at 4:47pm -
Yea, We have letters!!!!!!!!!!! We got our form letter and three others yesterday. My dad got one and her bestfriend got one. They all are very positive. She is playing in the band that means she get three hours off on Saturday to play and she will play at two PIR and her own. She doesn't like 10 mim showers. My water will be so much lower now and the bathroom doesn't have doors. She is on ship six Division 949. I am so greatful to God for the letters now I can write her. I feel like I can do some good by writing. I hope all is well with everyone. We are sitting here watching Hanna blow outside. All is well here in Maryland.
One Very Happy Navy MOM Laureen
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Comment by Jill - TomsMomAZ on September 6, 2008 at 1:19pm - This was the best morning in a long time!! I only have about 12 days to go till my sons PIR, but guess what .... I JUST GOT A CALL!!! YIPEE!!!!! I got to talk to Tom for 15 mins! It was SO awesome!!!! I saw the number and about jumped out of my skin! lol ... He is doing well, said the gas chamber was yesterday and he passed it no problems since he was a smoker. Said the concentrate was only 5%. They go in with masks on, and then after a few mins take them off and have to say their name and division. Since he is going to be a MM (machinist mate) he says that he may have to go again but at a 25% concentration since he will be firefighting. I can't WAIT to see him!! He sounds SO grown up!!! OH YEAH ... and he ordered EVERY picture possible!! LOL ... he says it came to $480!!! OUCH ... we will help him with that when we get there. Just had to share!! What a morning!! :)
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Comment by Kim Hussong on September 6, 2008 at 1:16pm - Nicole has been gone for 2 weeks now no phone call or letter other then the form letter the box i really can't wait to her from her but i guess no news is good news
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Comment by ♥Kathy♥ on September 6, 2008 at 8:18am - iron time? huih! I did not know that ! I swear I learn somethng new every day. I am sooo putting him to work when he comes home--- just kidding! Its been 2 weeks since he left. Missing him alot. His 1st letter made me cry but I am handling it ok. It does get easier day by day.
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Comment by Sylvia on September 6, 2008 at 2:42am - My son said his iron time is 1 am. So he has to iron while asleep! Teanna is does get easier, these ladies help tremendously. Your tears of sadness become tears of joy and pride. Welcome!
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Comment by Jill - TomsMomAZ on September 6, 2008 at 12:43am
- My son said he hates to iron!! LOL ... he never even used to fold his clothes!!
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Comment by Kristine on September 6, 2008 at 12:42am - I think if your in charge of ironing you should get a special ribbon! shoot, I can't even iron without burning myself. Do they get practice clothes cause I don't see a whole lot of navy guys walking around with a iron burn on their whites?
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Comment by Karla (Andy's mom) on September 5, 2008 at 11:36pm - Is anyone's sailor leaving for BC 10/30? If so, is anyone from FL?
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Comment by Renae on September 5, 2008 at 11:34pm - LOL! I thought the same thing when I heard that. I thought him how to cook, but I always did the ironing. He probably had to ask how to turn the thing on. LOL
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