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Wow, you have a lot on your plate right now. I would focus on staying healthy and not rush into anything. Your boyfriend will be going through a big transition and I don't know how much help he can be. Share what you want but know for the next sever…
My son didn't bring his but then wrote in a letter that he could have brought it. I brought his to PIR and he has kept it since then.He did have his wisdom teeth out a few weeks ago, so I think they are pretty good at keeping up with dental care in…
Hi, I am new to the group. I live in Spokane and my son had PIR 9/09 and is now on the USS Essex based out of Sasebo, Japan. He is my second son and will turn 20 next month. The month Blake left for Japan my 23 year old moved home to go back to scho…
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I live in Spokane and have never found a N4M meeting out here. My son graduated BC in September and is now on the USS Essex based out of Japan. I would love to meet with other Navy Moms in the area. Let me know if you hear about any get togethers.
I totally get it, it is so hard to see them leave for the first time. This is the perfect site to share your feelings. Let your son know you will be fine and that you are so proud of him and know he will be successful. Be prepared for some lonely le…
I found it on on a television commercial. The day my son left for boot camp I went on the site for the first time. That was July 8, 2009 and I check in about everyday. My son is on the USS Essex and I often share information I learn here with him.
Hi Val, she will be fine. She might need a little time to adjust but don't worry, she will be tired at first and will have to make some connections. Once she makes some friends life will be much better. You will probably get plenty of emails and eve…
Definitely join the undesignated group. My son switched to undesignated in BC and now is serving on the USS Essex. He has been treated great and has made good friends. He has matured and is enjoying Japan. He is learning about different jobs and I f…
I just want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. You helped me when Blake changed to undesignated in BC. Gave me good advice when he was sent to Japan, and encouraged me when he felt lost at first. He has been in Japan for two months, has made friend…
For all the Mom's(and Dad's) with a Sailor in Japan
I love skype. I got to see and talk to Blake today. He looked good and sounded happy. I was feeling sad about it being our first Christmas without him so it did me good to actually see his face. My five year old got up this morning and cleaned his r…
Carol thanks for sharing the video.
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- About me:
- My husband and I have five children ranging in age from 5-23. I teach second grade at a small private school. My oldest son lives on his own and works for a construction company. My second son is aboard the USS Essex. My third son is 16, my daughter is 14, and my youngest son is 5. Blake graduated from Boot Camp 9/3/09, and left for Japan the end of October.It is hard having him so far away but I believe he will be better for the experience.
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- It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 8:46pm on March 15, 2010,
Angie F.- WA: HM / Pre Buds mom said… - Hi there, I left a reply on Kanga's blog about Eastern WA Moms, but dropped in to greet you and be sure you knew there is a WA Moms Group to join too!
Also, just had a small world moment realizing that you "know" one of my best friends both on and off this website, Sheila from Kentucky!! =) We were Div and PIR mates and have been like sisters ever since. Glad her Undes Group was helpful and there for you when you needed it! :-)
- At 8:54am on October 3, 2009,
MarianneKT's Mom said… - Katie was home for 2 weeks before she left for Sasebo. She had purchased a laptop during A school and downloaded all her music onto it. Her brothers/sister gave her a DVD holder so she would have something to take her collection in that was compact. Katie took her sea bag (shoes & covers, some civilian clothes), garment bag (carried most of her uniforms), computer bag and back pack (w/ID, passport, purse, papers, etc.). Her cell phone that she got during A school was a month to month which ended once she left the country. Katie flew from Detroit and I was able to get a pass to stay with her at the gate. Then it was Chicago to Tokyo to Fukuoka (sp?) and then a bus to the base. Since the Essex was out to sea, her sponsor was not able to meet her there. Katie flew in civilian clothes - which is what they are suppose to fly in for international, as she was told. If he will be arriving before mid-october, then the ship will still be in port since it is SRA right now. Katie did take some yen and had a credit card already. Her cell now is a plan that she can communicate with those on base while she is on ship while in port. Katie purchases calling cards from the NEX or uses someone elses phone to call, but we don't get phone calls very often. I know a lot of sailors have Skype or google talk, but Katie hasn't set herself up for that. I don't have a microphone or camera on my computer anyway. Hope I answered some of your questions.
- At 4:18pm on September 9, 2009,
LASHONDA(SON) DIV 337 SHIP 09 said… - Hello how are you. How did your son get to spend the entire weekend with. Where is his a schooling. Did he actually get to spend the night with you guys as well.
- At 10:02am on September 9, 2009,
Tina (SAILOR GAGE) said… - wamom,
We were staioned in Japan for 4 years and we LOVED it. Try to visit him there and i know you will enjoy the experience!
- At 8:20pm on August 30, 2009,
Texas Mom of 2 said… - Hello! Looking forward to Thursday right? Yippee! I saw that your son is going in as undesignated and I read what led him to that decision. Just wanted to say to you that my oldest son ended up going undesignated also - in 2008 and he is soooo happy! I just wanted to reassure you. It gives them time to look around, decide what they want to choose later on. I hope to see you at PIR!
- At 2:25am on August 15, 2009,
AliciaL (Ds Mom) said… - Well that will be shipped from the good ol' Pacific Northwest...Springfield Oregon...we are right next to Eugene. That's about 150 miles south of Portland.
- At 11:54pm on August 12, 2009,
marian PROUD mom of Andrew said… - wamom just curious as to how many adults are attending the pir from your family
Marian
- At 12:42pm on July 24, 2009,
Kfunk said… - Well, nevermind, I see your son's name is Blake and his graduation is week after my sons, so I guess they're not together. I just finished reading a really good book called Honor, Courage, Commitment-Navy Boot Camp writtten by J.F. Leahy. I am not really a reader, but my brother(who also has two sons in service) recommended it, and it was very informational. It takes you there week by week, and comments from recruits, and what to expect, from beginning of paperwork, shots, physical training one and two, inspections, classroom learning and the drill halls, learning of sailors trades, the service week, and the warrior weeks, all kinds of stuff, the Ricky crud(sick), to doing what they call the gas chamber. It is a very good book, and benficial, and helps me to understand the Navy talk a little better and to know where about my son is in that week, so I can ask him about certain things in my letters to him. Anyway, I highly recommend it. Kerri
- At 7:30am on July 24, 2009,
Casey said… - Hi Wamom,
I hope Blake is doing well. I dont think it is any easier having 3 in. I would say Kurtis is the hardest. But i know he will do great. Kurtis says he is doing a job did Blake get a job? Kurtis says he was doing laundry and is now doing watch.
- At 5:58pm on July 22, 2009,
Kfunk said…
- Hi: I talked to you week ago or so. Both our son's are from Spokane. My son's graduation date is Aug. 28th. He is ship 6, division 941. What is your son's? I've received two letters so far and a 10 minute phone call on Monday. It was good to hear his voice and know he was okay. Talk to ya later Kerri
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