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Hi All, I just found this site and very happy about it. I want to introduce myself, My name is Sandy , my son left for boot camp the 17th, he is at Parris Island. It has been so hard not to cry, It has been two days now,and getting a little better, just as long as I keep myself busy.. He really wanted to join so his positive attitude made it easier up till the 17th.
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Hi Everyone,
My son too left on 9/17 for PI. He has always wanted to be a Marine for as long as I can remember. I miss not talking to him. Sure he went off to visit friends or family for long periods of time on his summer breaks but the idea of not talking to him is exremely hard. Before I just had to pick up the phone, can't do that now. Finally got the form letter with an address. Hope you all have received yours as well. 3rd BTN Kilo Co PLT 3102. I know he's in good hands. We are so proud of him. Can't wait to see him on 12/13 for Family Day and Graduation 12/14!!
Posted by: Debbie Harrison on 09/28/2012
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My son left the same day, he's in kilo, PLT 3100, do they change platoons while they're there?? I know they're starting swim week tomorrow.
Posted by: Cynthia Peirce Barney on 10/21/2012
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Hi my name is Tracy and my son left for boot camp at Parris Island on 9/17/2012 he has always wanted to be a soldier since he was 2 years old This has been really hard I miss him so much I have cried a lot writing him everyday and only writing about the good that is to come for him not letting him know how sad I am I'm just missing my son
Posted by: tracy chastain on 09/23/2012
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Hi Sandy. My name is Sylvia. My son also left to boot camp on the 17th. He is also in Parris Island. I cry everyday, I can't wait till I get his first letter just to make sure he's ok. I think that will make it easier. At least thats what I hear.
Posted by: Sylvia Santos on 09/21/2012
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Hi Sandy, My name is Betty. My son left for boot camp on 9-17-12, Parris Island.I know just what you are saying here, but I still fine myself crying a little everyday.
Posted by: Betty Quick on 09/20/2012
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Hi Sandy, My name is Toni,
My son left out on the 17th for Parris Island as well! My tears that first day were uncontrollable. I am getting better now too.. This is really hard. Our boys are probably thinking what the heck have I dont about now !! I know my boy can do this he strives to be the best and he will be the best, A Marine
I have Graduation figured for the December 14 is that what you have figured?
Posted by: Toni Carie on 09/20/2012
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