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Comment by James A Montano on December 4, 2013 at 1:19am

Scott, I did get word from my son, he is a new ET at Goose Creek, we originally were told he would get leave for Christmas but found out yesterday that has changed, but it is only impacting the ET's not the MM's or EM's as far as I know.

Comment by Tom Lufkin on December 3, 2013 at 11:42pm

I will tell you if you ever get the chance to attend a Navy retirement ceremony you will be impressed with how the family, especially the Wife, is honored for their service.  We all know that the sailor could not have accomplished what they did without the total support and sacrifice they made.  If the other family members are present they too are thanked for the sacrifices they made.  I have attended quite a few and the family is always impressed by the recognition they receive.  My daughter knows that I was not there for many of her accomplishments but she knows and is proud of what I did.  My marriage was a casualty but I understand the stress I placed on her. When someone says "Thank you for your service" I always think of my daughter and I want to tell them she deserves thanks too.

It is fine to vent but you need to really thank your sailor and know that he is just as frustrated.  But I wouldn't change it for anything.  I am very involved in the local Submarine Veterans Association and we are as tight today as ever.  We still honor our families at every event.

Comment by Cheryl on December 3, 2013 at 11:18pm

I understand the vent, I vent too! I'm proud of all of the ones serving, and really proud of the parents, wives, siblings, children and all family. Because families are serving too. Might not be saluting or doing any of the hard work, but the families keep it all together for them til they get back home. Hang in there and we are all in the same boat so to speak!

Comment by Scott Hyman on December 3, 2013 at 10:38pm

Thanks for all that was said. I guess I just needed to vent a little because I know there will be so few chances to see him in person for the next however many years. I can't be more proud of what my son is doing and can't wait to see what the future holds for him.
Thanks again and thanks to all your sailors for their sevice!

Comment by Michael E. on December 3, 2013 at 10:09pm

I agree with Cheryl our boys are turning into responsible men with a job to do for their Country. We have to learn how to get to see them on their schedules as we cannot control any part of theirs. I have been very fortunate and lucky in seeing my sons about once every nine months or so. After a three year deployment in Japan my oldest is only clear across the country. At least he is in the States. My youngest is in dry dock after a eight month submarine deployment that I got to speak to him about six times. I am not complaining we just have to take advantage of any time and certainly not expect them too be home when we want. Support them in their profession and be flexible for the times and cherish them.

Comment by Cheryl on December 3, 2013 at 9:42pm

Scott, I know it seems bad right now. I'm sorry that happened. Before they're in the fleet is your chance to still enjoy holidays or special events together! But maybe it's a taste of what lies ahead, I've had to adjust from a mom struggling to understand boot camp to having both sons deployed for long periods at the same time, you see and enjoy them while you can, never count on anything, because it always changes. I feel bad for your wife, I know she'll be heartbroken. If they haven't "classed up" for school yet, they have to stay there. It happened to my son a few years ago. I'd like to be able to tell you that it gets better. It doesn't. Rack up some frequent flier miles, see him when you can.

Comment by Scott Hyman on December 3, 2013 at 5:47pm

Believe me I know it's his job but he seems to be as unlucky as you can get. He was asigned watch right after PIR and now this. Just venting a little. I feel bad for my wife as she didn't get to PIR anticipating seeing him over Christmas now that is not happening.

Comment by Tom Lufkin on December 3, 2013 at 5:43pm

While serving aboard two SSBN's in the 70's our rotation put us on patrol for three Christmases in a row.   I also missed my daughters first three birthday's her first words and her first steps.   That is one thing most Americans do not appreciate about the US Military.  They miss a lot of things the rest of us take for granted.  God Bless everyone of them.  They are the true heroes in the country.

Tom ETC(SS) Ret

Comment by B'sNukemom&dad⚓️MM on December 3, 2013 at 5:40pm

Heard from our son a little bit ago - it looks like they got their housing figured out for BS - yay!  I know one of his roommates (and have met his mom) - still trying to see if anyone claims the other - he's from Lancaster, PA......

Comment by Mike K on December 3, 2013 at 5:38pm

Unfortunately some sailors need to be on duty at all times which requires some to be not given leave over holiday times.  Who gets duty and how it is worked out is anyone's guess, it is the Navy afterall.  Our sailor has been in for just under five years so far and has had to pull duty over holidays before, it is just part of the job.

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