Daughter leaving for boot camp

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Comment by Denise Lynn on November 11, 2011 at 6:21pm

Hi Christii my son joined bmt the same day as your daughter. I still haven't gotten a call with the address. He just called to say he was there safely, would be sending a postcard and goodbye. I'm told from other friends that were in AF that the TI is standing there making them stand at attention and say only that information. It's hard when you want to say so much more and they can't say anything, then they are gone. I am also having hard time thinking of the holidays without them not just this year, but for the years to come. I keep telling myself it's his new job and he can only come home when he gets vacation time, but it's hard to even comprehend that he has grown up and is gone! In my head I'm still seeing that little boy. Every day is getting better though and I hope it is the same for him. Let's hope we hear from them this weekend!
Denise Lynn, Jasper, TX

Comment by Tamara Harper on November 9, 2011 at 7:34pm

Whatever you do...if she calls crying and telling you she made a mistake give her encouragement! Tell her how strong you know she can be and that it will be over soon!  Stay strong, she is doing a very independent and honorable thing!  Good Luck!!

Comment by Stephanie murphy on November 8, 2011 at 9:00pm

Hi Christii

• My son just graduated BMT two weeks ago. I remember feeling just like you are before he left for BMT. It is hard,one of the hardest things you will ever have to do is saying goodbye but, it gets better.She will get to call you almost every week usually on Sundays,only for a few minutes. Make sure she brings her cell phone ,the pay phones are hard to get.The  first couple of weeks will be hard on you so be prepared. She will need all of your support to keep up her spirts so write often.The graduation was so amazing.I was so proud when my son finished and so was my son.Try to stay positive and try to enjoy these remaining weeks with your daughter.I know it's hard.