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racbo2 (Rachel) commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: October 17, 2014 – Bravo Company
mommas6nj commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: October 17, 2014 – Bravo Company"wow! having a major bout of anxiety today. I know he is in the right place and doing the right thing, but it's the not knowing his state of mind that is really frustrating. I want to be praying for the right things for him."
racbo2 (Rachel) commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: October 17, 2014 – Bravo Company"Yes just like Mamabear said thanks so much! I read the schedule everyday and sometimes not sure what it is saying. Thanks so much again for all your updates Teresita! "
AJ's Mom replied to 1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb)'s discussion Breathe in the group MCRD MCRD San Diego: October 24, 2014 – Bravo Company"
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mamabear (Rebecca) commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: October 17, 2014 – Bravo Company"all of these updates on what they are doing in boot camp is awesome... thank you for keeping us informed and explaining it more in depth. "
AJ's Mom replied to 1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb)'s discussion Breathe in the group MCRD MCRD San Diego: October 24, 2014 – Bravo Company
Marinemomof3 replied to 1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb)'s discussion Breathe in the group MCRD Parris Island: October 24, 2014 – Fox & November Company"
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tuffenuf replied to Marine Parents Inc's discussion This ‘n That in the group For Parents of Marines"just read on the darn MEXICAN CNN that it was a 6.7 in Veracruz. that is far from us, so he had to be mistaken.
oh and jumping in on the climate change thing, it is totally changing all over the place. even in CA its not our normal weather and is…"
MCRD Parris Island: November 30, 2012 - Bravo Company
For family and friends of recruits in training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Parris Island for graduation with Bravo Company on November 30, 2012. Ship Date: September 4, 2012See More
MzBhavinBrat replied to 1~Kristine064's discussion Platoon #2130 in the group MCRD San Diego: October 10, 2014 – Fox Company"Hey all :) Our son, Recruit Shannon, is in Plt 2130. We're missing him like crazy, but we couldn't be more proud of him. We just got his first letter and he sounds homesick, but doing ok. 2 weeks down, 11 to go!"
kimmy replied to 1~ksMarinemom (Kerin)'s discussion 2nd RTBN, Echol Co., Platoon 2076 in the group MCRD Parris Island: October 3, 2014 – Echo Company"
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tuffenuf replied to Marine Parents Inc's discussion This ‘n That in the group For Parents of Marines"it did??????? that is so funny you say that. last night juan swore the bed was shaking but I didn't feel anything. either way we are fine, was it last night by chance or this morning?"
1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb) commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: October 24, 2014 – Fox & November Company"Hugs Bp062. Hang in there. I know how hard this is for you."
1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb) replied to 1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb)'s discussion Breathe in the group MCRD Parris Island: October 24, 2014 – Fox & November Company"I have to say Mom x 3....a tip of the hat to you! Thank goodness I quit at two kids, I know I couldn't have done bootcamp again! It was harder with my second than my first :(. I can't imagine three times....God bless you! And thank you and…"
1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb) replied to 1~proud MoM x 2 (Deb)'s discussion Breathe in the group MCRD MCRD San Diego: October 24, 2014 – Bravo Company"Oh my gosh! What a great story. Thank you for sharing :)"
1~Momma Hen (Susan) commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: November 7, 2014 – Charlie & Oscar Company"Good Morning Proudmarinesmom!
I love your username :-)
Welcome to our great adventure! Others will be joining us soon. Sometimes they don't find us until after their recruits ship out.
There is a lot of information to read through in the…"
1~Momma Hen (Susan) added a discussion to the group MCRD Parris Island: November 7, 2014 – Charlie & Oscar Company
As you prepare to send them off....
Hello folks,As you get ready to send your recruits off to boot camp you will be experiencing many emotions. As a mom, I suggest that you hug them a lot and let them know how extremely proud you are of them and their decision to take this journey!Here is a great blog by my friend Larry. His advice, as well as my wonderful MFN moderator 1~Nanny, got me through the bumps I experienced during boot.I hope this helps you out a little!http://marinefamilynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/last-week-before-ship... (opens in new window)Hang on as this roller coaster ride is gearing up to leave the station...As always, let me know if you have any questions and welcome aboard!Susan (1~Momma Hen)Boot Camp Moderator MFNVPM of LCpl JacobDaughter of a Marine and Daughter-in-Law of a Marine See More
1~Momma Hen (Susan) commented on 1~Mom-NY (Maria)'s group MCRD Parris Island: November 7, 2014 – Charlie & Oscar Company"Hi All and welcome to Charlie & Oscar Companies!
I will be with you for the tough upcoming 13 weeks so I thought I would let you know that I started my journey and crazy Boot Camp ride you are about to embark on a year ago! It still feels…"
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