Wednesday, November 6, 2013

He's In The Navy Now

Yep, he's gone. Yep, it was hard. Yep, I have lost my mind a little. Talk about conflicted! I have never felt so conflicted in my whole life. So very happy for him, so very sad for me. I did good - I didn't cry, but we were supposed to go the next day to the MEPS center and watch his swearing in, but I just couldn't say goodbye twice. He understood and let me off the hook. I will be forever grateful for that. I was going to probably cry the ugly cry. That's probably why he said I didn't have to go - he knows what that is like and it aint pretty! So yesterday was the day. Today I am fine. I don't know about tomorrow. We will see. I am just sending him good thoughts and I know that he will do a great job. This is the official moment he swore in, courtesy of his girlfriend. I hope you all keep him and all the other new recruits in your thoughts and prayers. I would certainly appreciate it! There is now more time to stitch and suddenly, more food in the fridge! Those of you with teenage boys know how they can go through food. See, I have to look at the positives!!

4 comments:

  1. Wishing him all the best! You must be so proud.

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  2. I know what you're going thru. I was like that when my son went into the the Air Force.It gets easier with time, he's been in the AF since 1996. He's finally the closet to home than ever. We can visit more often now.
    Wishing your son the best and will keep him in my thoughts. I know your so proud as I am with my son.

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  3. Wishing your son all the luck in the world. My son left on Oct 18th from the MEPS station in Troy to go to boot camp in Parris Island, SC for the Marines. I know exactly what you're feeling.

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  4. My son joined the Marines and just ended his 4-year contract (with two tours of duty in Afghanistan). I know well your feelings of conflict!! I was always aware of the importance of showing my support of his decision, and his four years of service have matured, sharpened, and bettered him in ways I could not have fathomed. And I knew times of worry and distraction for his well being and safety. You will too. Your son needs your unconditional support all through his journey. He knows his decision is hard on you, but he also wants you in his corner. Let your love keep you present at all of his important moments. I know you are proud of him. Sending all good wishes for you both.

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