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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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PIR - 1/15/10 - ALL DIVISIONS 17 Replies
Started by BobsWife(Jennifer)-Ship13,Div052. Last reply by Deb Sybert 31 minutes ago.
PIR date of January 15, all divisions 1 Reply
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Looking for other families of recruits in Ship 13 Div 053 14 Replies
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Comment by Margaret, 1 Sailor, 1 Recruit on November 25, 2009 at 9:31pm - Jamie, I am so glad to hear that all went well with your PIR! I so agree about the doors! I was sitting in front of them, but was expecting them to march in from the sides. It was so wonderful to see them when the door opened! It rained on teh day of my younger son's PIR, but there they stood, standing, waiting to march in. The whole thing was awsome! Now, I can hardley wait for my next one in Jan.
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Comment by jamie-nates mom on November 25, 2009 at 9:18pm - at my sons pir this morning we saw div 018 div 036 and another division that i couldnt see the flag!! they all looked good!! pir is awesome and so well worth it! esp when they open the big doors and in march all the sailors. that is something i will never forget! it was to me honestly better then his high school graduation!!
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Comment by PL Div 389 Ship 14 Mom on November 25, 2009 at 5:33pm -
To All of you who have SR's Away and going away for the Holiday's.... You all are in my Heart and Prayers....I am thinking of you!!!!!!!!! Have a Blessed Thanksgiving..
Paula
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Comment by Mary..ship 9, div 30 on November 25, 2009 at 2:51pm - Big turkey dinner i heard with all the trimmings. One thing for sure, they don't starve.
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Comment by Tabitha on November 25, 2009 at 2:01pm - yes ma'am, our recruits will have holiday routine again tomorrow...and they will stay on base but will have a dinner there! YAY only 34 DAYS UNTIL GREAT LAKES!
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Comment by Doreen on November 25, 2009 at 1:58pm - Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! I wonder whether they are allowed a turkey dinner during BC - anyone know that? My sn's PIR is Dec 30 - he also send a note saying I could Adopt a Sailor for Christmas but due to financial contraints, work and other reasons I unfortunately cannot fly out and spend the day with him. I will have to wait unit Dec 30 and then spend some quality time with him then. He told me him and a few others are 18 and the rest mid to late 20's - but he said that doesn't bother him at all. I'm so PROUD of him! Have a wonderful, blessed day tomorrow!
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Comment by Tabitha on November 25, 2009 at 1:15pm
- mary-LOL
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Comment by Mary..ship 9, div 30 on November 25, 2009 at 12:55pm
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Take the gloves off ladies.........people getting defensive. Personally it would behoove me to befriend the Admiral!!!!!!!!!! That's a friend we can all use...lol
Happy Thanksgving
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Comment by Tabitha on November 25, 2009 at 11:24am
- thanks nette!! i can't wait until 12/30!! so close now!!
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Comment by Nette on November 25, 2009 at 11:00am -
Good Morning Ladies - Wanted to wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving! :):)
This is the first holiday my son has been away from family, as probably alot of yours as well. It seems a bit strange. He's at corpsmen school in gl now, but will be coming home for Christmas! Can't wait!! :):)
Ladies- As hard as this is now, it does get better sooner than you think. Before you know it, you'll be at PIR. Then after your sailor gets to A-school, you'll be able to communicate with them whenever your heart desires. It's great!! I work swing shift so my son and I worked out a plan. He texts when I'm at work and I answer when I get off. Or we facebook. Sometimes he'll call as soon as I get off before he taps out. Just wanted to share, hoping to ease some of the anxiety. Just 2 1/2 months ago, I was where you are. Have a great day!!!
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