Michele's Comments

Hi Michele! I've talked to Morgan almost every day since we left GL. They had to class up, so he won't start A-school until next Tuesday. His knee is giving him problems again. Talking to him last night he said he was going to try and see the doc today. He's not doing a lot, other than cleaning, securty, and watch. There's three groups waiting to class up, so they have weekend watch every 3rd week. He'll have liberty again this weekend. I'm sorry to hear about Wes and his back. My thought is to go to a chiropractor, they'll be able to help him more than any other doctor. They probably don't have a chiropractor on base, though. One is needed! He must be really excited about leaving GL. My job's going okay. I'm thinking my brain cells, due to my age, are not kicking in as fast as they used to. Remembering everything I'm suppose to do is difficult. Easy, day to day stuff is not difficult. It's when you've been trained, verbally, and don't apply it daily that I get into trouble. Are you getting ready to head back to work? Is this hurricane coming going to affect you at all?

Hi Michele! It's 9:10 pm, and I still haven't eaten dinner. I think I'm going to make you my last message. PIR was awesome. I was a bundle of mixed emotions all weekend. I was thrilled to meet all the Mom's who've helped me through bc hell. That was amazing. I'm really shy and quiet, but Martin would probably tell you I was a social butterfly! I don't know that I've still put all my emotions and thoughts together. I do know it was an experience I won't ever forget. Seeing Morgan again, wow. Being able to hug him and know that he made it through bc with grit and determination, that I didn't fully realize he had. So many of you made comments about when the big door opened. I know what you mean now! After sitting there for about 3 hrs, then realizing I was minutes away from seeing my sailor, wow. We didn't take as many pictures as I thought we would. Morgan didn't want to do a lot, so we visited a couple of malls and that was it. He moved across the street on Sunday, so we didn't see him until around 2. When we did, he couldn't leave without his buddy's. We were planning on taking the train into Chicago, but ended up in the commissary and Wal-Mart while the buddy's purchased things like irons, ironing boards, alarm clocks, etc. Quality not quantity, right! Sounds like you've been very busy and should be one tired lady. Did you get everything done? How is Wes? Ya know what, I'm really hungry, I'll write more when I hear back from you!

Hey Michele! Haven't got much time, I'm on lunch break. PIR was great! I was really excited to see the door open up. We got there around 6:30, and a girlfriend of a guy in Morgan's division was sitting on the front row. Needless to say, we sat there. Martin took pictures of the screen because he couldn't see anything! Seeing Morgan for the first time brought tears to my eyes...wasn't the first time. I was crying watching what the newbies had to go through their first week! Gotta run. Need to leave a couple more messges. It's my grandma's 90th birthday today, so I'll be at my parents tonight. I'll write tomorrow night!

Hey Michele. I have not forgotten about you. I will try to email the form to you monday. You might want to write me a note as a reminder. I forget things. So how is Wes? when will he make it to P'cola? I know he will love the freedom there. Evan has loved it.

8 more days! Can you believe it! It's finally coming to an end. We did get a letter from Morgan today. I'm glad we talked to him on Saturday because he was more positive than the letter. The first one was the weekend I stayed home from the camping trip. It was better than the one we had received before that, but gosh, he did sound good on Sat. I didn't hear any undertones in his voice to make me wonder if he was trying to hide something. He told us that Sat. in chow line, there was a bunch of kids in p-week and that he could see the fear in their eyes. He turns to the girl behind him and tells her things will get better and time flies by. On whose side?! Another page, he tells me about FMF and how he'll be trained to kill people. Compassion then killing? Oxymoron, I'd say. VBS, I remember those days as a kid. Had a great time. I'm glad to hear your daughters are enjoying it and asking questions. Best time to introduce the Bible to them and let them know Jesus died for us. Are you exhausted? I would be. A week from tomorrow we're flying out! Yeah! Sad part, on Sunday I'll be thinking gee, a week from now will be our last day with Morgan. But....at least I'll get to talk to him, text him, email him. So much better than BC. Gotta go, I overheard a conversation at work today that they want me to do most of the transactions tomorrow. It was a late night last night, so I had better get some sleep. I apologize for not having called you yet, but it sounds like you're busy this week as well. ttyl

Thanks Michele. I think all of these Sailors deserve our utmost respect and pride. I can't believe that there were 804 of them graduating on Friday. And to think that they do this EVERY WEEK! That's part of the reason we have the greatest military in the world, the other is the people that support them. Moms, Dads, brothers, sisters, husbands and wives and even girlfriends and boyfriends. We're all a part of it.

Thanks Michele ~ I kept hoping all day yesterday that he would call. Today's just as good though! If it eases Wes' stress to pay $125 to get out, than that's great. Yeah, you could be a member. Ready to move to Boise? We have 6 branches and they are all here in the treasure valley. 12 more days!

Michele ~ I'm beginning a new career in the 'banking' business. I'll be a teller at a local credit union. You'll like this one, you have to be a teacher, or associated to a teacher, in order to be a member. The Mummy movie was good, it wasn't as good as the other two, but good. As usual, there was a lot of action throughout it, with a surprise or two. There's a new Evie, she wasn't as believeable as the original! I'm glad to hear Wes is thinking things through. Will he have to pay a bundle to get out of his contract? Morgan's is up in December, I believe. I told him he needed to get his own after that, he could afford it. Plus, it'll save me a bit. Besides, he really is out on his own now. Morgan called today, I was surprised. I almost didn't answer my cell because it came from an area code I didn't recognize. Then I thought maybe it was you since I don't have you number in my phone yet. So, I answered it. Was I happy when I heard this 'hi'. "Morgan!" (all caps). Conversation went on from there. Martin and I had just pulled into the parking lot of the restaurant, so I was able to put my phone on speaker. It's the first time he's heard or talked to Morgan since he left. Morgan said he's having the best day he's had since he's been there. I was so happy about that. Still having knee problems, but he's not going to say a word until after graduation. Their battle station test is scheduled for Monday 8/11. I can't wait to get that last phone call telling us he passed! I bet that car looks like new, bummer about the a/c though. That has to be miserable. I can hear you telling me it is, but it's a car that works! heehee! Talk to you tomorrow.

Dallas, NC which is near Charlotte, Ft Meade is in Maryland
we went up for the fourth! had a great time
heres a link to my N4M's page
http://www.navyformoms.com/profile/Lisa69

Hi Michele ~ I'm still trying to figure out why I didn't feel my phone vibrate when you called. I was holding it in my hand! Martin took me to see the new mummy movie for my birthday, that's where I was. By the time we got out, and finished dinner, it was almost midnight your time, so I'm writing instead. Sorry about not letting you know about Morgan's letter. This being my first week at work and training, I can't remember which way is up and which way is down! I hope things are going well for Wes. Is there any particular reason why he decided to cancel his cell? I'd just set my foot down and tell him he can't do that. Besides, he's making the big bucks now! ;-) I'll try to call you tomorrow. If not then, for sure on Sunday.

Hi I'm a NC Mom, our son Sean's PIR was 6/13 he is in a school for Mass communications at ft meade

Did you order it? I would love to get him one..I do not know what the web add. is.I will ask EG. Put that question in Ask a Question group in case there are more people with that question or answer I may have it at home I will check and get back to you..I know what you mean I did not take my eyes off of Evan either..

Hey, I am glad to hear about Wes just keep him in good spirits that's what I think we are here for.haha Stay strong! You sound like you are learning alot from the site, these dads are very informative people I do love that.I am good I think I canstay strong until he leaves then I will probably lock myself in a room and cry for days.I am just looking for the time we will have with him when he comes home on 8/13.He will get to stay for about 2 weeks.Oh yeah I will tell Evan to take lots of pics.EG does not like to fly either he said he would try when Evan gets to sd but that is as far as he thinks he could fly..Hang in there we are all here for you..

Hey how are you doing? How is Wes? how soon until he gets to Penn.? Evan will be home 8/13 I am so ready.... He will go to Australia and catch the Ronald Reagan then he will be in San Diego Calf. ALONG way from home I am happy for him..I just wanted to check on you and Wes..

Hi Michele ~ After I told you I'd love some 80 deg. weather, guess what we had today! Partly cloudy skies, a breeze, and cooler weather. My offer is open ended and I didn't mind you being a jabberbox! I was glad I was able to be there for you. You've been there plenty for me! Hope you had a good one despite the heat and humidity. How was Wes today?

Hi Michele, don't mean to be nosey but I was checking out Bob's page and saw your comments about Wes' meeting with the Chief. Mando may be a bummer, especially if it messes up liberty, but if he applies himself and learns his job he won't be reassigned to scrape and paint the hull of a ship!

Hey Michele, Thanks for the info. It seems that bc was so long ago for me. Ships were still made of wood I think. I do remember having "Mandatory Night Study" when I was in Basis Electricity & Electronics. They do stuff to you to get you motivated. Pride is a big motivator for most men. I had a Chief tell me I was not going to make it through school. I said I would show him. I thought then he was being a horses rear. I know now he was getting me motivated. Lesson that come hard aren't easily forgotten. Tell Wes to hang tough. God Bless. Phil. 4:13

Michele ~ after talking to you I read your comments! At any time, if you think Wes could use a little extra encouragement from someone other than his Mom, let me know. I will send him a note. I can tell him that we met on this site and have talked over the phone. There are a couple of N4M's that are sending Morgan a short note of encouragement to keep him going. Let's say it would be a 'pay it forward'. Once again, it was a joy talking to you. I can now put a voice to a name!

Hey Michele, You did welcome me. Andy is doing well. We received three letters so far and had a 30 min. phone call on 21 July. He's OK but homesick. He likes the food, and he's a big eater. How are things on your side?