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Learning about NACCS and our son's progress

Our son is settling into a routine as he begins preparation for NACCS in Pensacola. There seems to be consistent PT and inspections and occasional duty and watch. But one of the things that surprised me is the amount of freedom he seems to be enjoying as he Phases Up and awaits Class Up. For example I was surprised to learn that he was permitted to have his cell phone with him. It's great to be able to communicate with him on a regular basis, but I was surprised that he had that freedom. (Not complaining, just observing.)
One aspect of military life that I knew would serve him well is the discipline and structure. Less structure concerns me - at least when I think of the young man we first sent to the Navy. I'm trusting that the Sailor he's become will use his freedom productively. He's given me no reason to believe he won't. So far, so good.
Our phone conversations with him have helped relax his mother a bit, too. She's feeling better now that she can reach him from time to time and know that he's alright. And he seems to enjoy the contact, too.
I still find myself reading anything and everything I can about Air Crew training and the possible assignments our son will have when he graduates NACCS. Not having a military past, it's all very foreign to me - but nonetheless, interesting and encouraging.
One thing hasn't changed - I'm still puffed with pride over what he's accomplished and how he's developed as a man. This has been quite a transformation, thusfar - with even better things on the horizon, I predict.

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Comment by AWV Mom Suzi on September 30, 2010 at 7:00am
Back to phase one for Lynch today as he graduates from NACCS and moves to Charlie Barracks!
Comment by Dennis J Castiglione on September 2, 2010 at 10:45am
Thanks Beau. Lynch is Phase Two, also...and is enjoying his additional perks. He likes where he is and what's ahead of him. Best wishes to you, Devin and your family as well. Enjoy your holiday weekend, my friend.
Comment by johnnie devlin pugh on September 2, 2010 at 10:34am
we hear from devin about every other day it is great to hear from him he has at last got phase two liberty so he get to but himself some civ clothes hes so excite about that lol wishing the best to you , your family and your son
Comment by Dennis J Castiglione on August 30, 2010 at 9:07pm
Been all over that stuff already, Jim. haha
pretty cool stuff.
glad to hear there's still structure, post NACCS.
Thanks for writing. Best wishes to you and your sailor!

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