Marvin, our son Alex arrived on Sept 9. Interestingly, the letter was dated September 14th.

Very cool a about your son. That is great!

the letter doesn't do out until processing is complete and that can take a few days to more than a week.........

Marvin great to hear that! What Command?

That's great news Cody and that song rocks! :)

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Congrats Cody.....hope you get your call, but don't feel too bad if you don't!!

there are tons of PIR groups out in the world of the internet....remember though that most of your Navy education will take place after PIR and most of that after A-School.....

Congrats Cody!

haven't found much...believe its Advanced Individual Training but will try to verify..........

Phase 1 is recuperation. Phase 2 and 3 they begin physical therapy and start working with a division some and Phase 4 they are either working with a division or getting ready for Battle Stations if they are finishing in RCU.

We got a call from our Son Alex today! Just about the time I expected it. I was guessing he would get to call this weekend and I figured it would be in the middle of the afternoon. I was right. He is doing well. He apparently is in the running to qualify for duty with the USS Constitution giving tours, guarding and such. He thinks he might take it if offered. Thinks it might be fun and exciting. I can't see that it would be myself but everyone has their own way. It was great to hear from him. He says the letters have been very encouraging. Which echos what has been said on this site but is worth repeating. 

Happy Anniversary Cody!

Good news Cody!

Cody and Gary that's great news! BZ to Siera and Alex!

you're not going to like this Cody....in my opinion - cowboy up!  If you ask her to leave and come home, the wondering of what could have been on her role in the Navy will haunt you forever......

   Cody...I have been following the journey of you and Siera from the beginning. Let me give you the perspective of a parent. I raised my daughter for 20 years...my little girl! Basic was the most "heart-wrenching" 8 weeks of my life. My wife & I couldn't read a letter without breaking into tears. My daughter had made this decision to join the UN Navy after much thought. She felt that it was time to pay forward all of the benefits that she was given. As a parent...How could I argue with such?

   Siera made her decision with herself and you in mind. She has made the commitment of her mind and body in order to benefit you both. As difficult as it is for you at home...imagine the sacrifice that she has taken on! It is your job to be the "pillar" for her to rely on. I have learned over the last 2 years that the sacrifice is not only upon the shoulders of your SR...It takes the support of the family to get them through. I can tell you that I have NEVER been prouder of my child than over the last 2 years. Looking back, I really had the easier part of the journey. Take a deep breath and be the support that Siera needs right now. She is looking to you for that...don't let her down. Things will get better, my brother! You are not alone or feeling anything that we have not all endured. That is why we are all here in the first place....This too shall pass!

those that have to stay home have to be just as strong and determined as those on the lines---- knew you know that and that you are supporting Siera....just figured you might need a NavyDads slap on the back!!!!! 

Sounds like you need a healthy distraction. When the baby is sleeping start looking up things to do with your wife and child in Pensacola. Research Pensacola. 

I got a call from my fiancé on Friday night. She told me she had a stress fracture in her left leg and she will be an extra 6 weeks in boot. I haven't heard anything else. Can I go see her? when will she be able to call me again?

So I will get to see her before she leaves for A school?

Thank you so much for the info.