I have never written a blog before, but here goes. First thing I need to do is say thanks for the warm welcome. It was one week ago today at this same time of day, that i dropped her at the recruiting station. After a kiss and a hug she walked away with a smile on here face and a tear on mine. After she checked in at the hotel I picked her up for (what we hope to be) a final civilian meal with the family(atleast for a long time). I made it the next morning to MEPS in time for the swearing-in and had some time with her. As we sat chatting about random things, I couldn't help thinking about watching her grow up with me. Soon they were called to go watch the video. Right before she left i asked "are you scared?". She hugged me and said " No, dad I'm ready". I sent her phone with her and I'm glad I did. She called me from the airport before boarding and again when she landed. Unfortunately I missed the call when she arrived at the RTC. No kid in a box yet or form letter either. She is "Daddy's little girl" and that makes it nerve-racking for me. When her brothers joined the service it was easy for me but mom was a wreck. Anthony went Army, Patrick and Cody went Marines and now my baby-girl has gone navy. I know she will be fine but I feel helpless and cant wait to get word from her. She went in on 12/3/12 so the next 7-8 weeks are going to crawl slowly by. This makes the past 18 years seem like they have flown by. I am so very thankful for all the information on this site. NavyDads has made this so much easier already.
Sincerely,
One Proud Daddy
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3 weeks down and I have reieved my first letter. She is a little depressed and wanting pictures from home.
Randy I'm totally with you and great blog! It feels a bit like slow motion at first but then next thing you know you're planning for PIR. Hang in there...
Thank You all again for the support.
Got the letter today! Now I have her address:
ship 14 DIV 073
3410 sailor drive
no "kid in a box" yet but thats unimportant.
She will graduate Jan. 25th and now i car send her mail.
Hi Randy,
My son went in also on 12-3-12. His mother nor I have heard anything yet, Still waiting.
From one proud dad to another....I understand completely!
Well done Randy....I had a daughter venture to RTC as well in '05 so I know exactly how you feel....the 8 weeks goes by faster than you think it will