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said justinagirl 8 months 12 days ago

Well, not sure if anyone reads these posts anymore...but I'm going to give a little update. It's been a long year for our family and we are looking forward to the return of our soldier. He's been deployed to Iraq since Sept. 6th of 08. He should be in the states in 11 days. We've missed him terribly and can't wait to give him big hugs!!! He's our hero. Proud mom of Specialists Thomas Folmar. Hope everyone is doing well... and their soldiers are safe.

said zuzu1117 2008.10.12 at 10:40:04 PDT

ANYONE WAS THE ORGINAL GROUP STILL LOOKS AT THIS SITE WELL, JUST WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM SOMEONE :) MY MATTHEW WILL BE HOME IN 7 DAYS THEN TO IRAQ :( HOPE ALL IS DOING GOOD A VERY VERY VERY PROUD ARMY MOM :) SYLVIA

said matthew44658 2008.08.01 at 17:31:00 PDT

hello anyone it is 2/1/08 Happy New Year to all i was just checking to see if anyone else has posted since i did 4 months ago. I hope everyone is doing good. Matthew is still in Alaska getting ready to go to california for training and then in sept he will be sent to afgain. I would be nice to hear from someone and how they are doing. for now PROUD ARMY MOM :) SYLVIA

said matthew44658 2008.02.01 at 18:22:41 PST

Sorrry. .

said mixmagtmb 2008.01.28 at 08:11:12 PST

hi zuzu good to hear from you :) just checking to see if anyone had posted been on a cruise and loved it :) My soldier is getting ready to leave to INDIA in the end of october. hope everyone is doing great PROUD ARMY MOM :) SYLVIA

said torres446 2007.09.26 at 19:33:04 PDT

Hello Sylvia & Margot, just wanted to get on here and say hi. It's been a busy summer for me and my family. I'm proud of my Soldier...he's in our thoughts continually.

said zuzu1117 2007.09.05 at 18:17:04 PDT

well hello it was good to hear from someone yes this was a good support site but it would have been nice to still hear from everyone. how things are going ect...... there is always the need of support. for me anyway. it just sad this site has just faded away. but it was good to hear from someone :) VERY PROUD OF OUT SOILDERS :)

said torres446 2007.08.25 at 16:23:02 PDT

Sylvia,it looks like there are no new notes. Is there a site where others gather from their son's fort? I'm glad for the support this site gave during those first months and as our sons deploy there may be the need again of support. I'll check back again if anyone has knowledge of other support pages. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall.

said MargotWoodall 2007.08.12 at 19:59:34 PDT

hello anyone anyone!!!!!!!!!!! is this site close now? sad i do miss talking to ya!!!

said torres446 2007.08.03 at 17:50:54 PDT

THIS IS FOR WHO EVER IS STILL ON THIS SITE : HAVE A WONDERFUL 4TH OF JULY :) WE ARE TRULY BLESS :) MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF OUR SOLDIERS :) THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU FOR GIVING US FREEDOM LOVE AND LOTS OF PRAYERS TORRES FAMILY

said torres446 2007.07.03 at 16:59:59 PDT

Sylvia, I'm glad you are doing better! Dave and I both had pneumonia most of the month of June. I've visited the doctor every week for four weeks, took antibiotics for over two weeks but I'm finally feeling better! Jon is on a two week leave from Fort Polk. He ended up flying due to his car needing repair work after a guard rail scraped the side of the car when Jon avoided hitting a deer. He and his passengers were not injured. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall.

said MargotWoodall 2007.06.30 at 19:49:59 PDT

WELL HELLO TO ANYONE WHO IS STILL OUT THERE :) MATTHEW IS DOING GOOD IN ALAKSA AND I AM DOING BETTER HAD TO HAVE EMERGERY SURGERY LAST WEDNEDSAY BUT AM BETTER TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS OUR SOLDIERS VERY PROUD MOM SYLVIA

said torres446 2007.06.27 at 19:36:35 PDT

Thanks for the Father's Day wish. As a single Mom for most of my kid's lives, I sure appreciate that my daughter makes it a point to wish me happiness on both parent days. I am one lucky Mom. Cole is stationed nearby and can come home on the weekends! Of course, if a friend bales out on him for a ride back to base, I bite the bullet and it doesn't seem so close! On Sunday there was a ferry line, and it was a 5.5 hour round trip. On a good day, it's only 4 hours. It is a grand blessing though, and I appreciate the heck out of it. I hope y'all are feeling fortunate, too. Thanks, Margo, for the info. When I called the base, they didn't mention cleaning supplies. Cole is in a brand new barracks, surrounded by barracks in the midst of construction. It's a new unit, and he doesn't have a roommate yet. Be well, Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.06.20 at 21:57:26 PDT

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY TO ALL :) is anyone still out there :) take care sylvia

said torres446 2007.06.17 at 10:43:41 PDT

hey everyone how are your sons doing? TK congrats on the marriage adam and i got married on may 4th. Good Luck in Hawaii hope you and the girls have a great time. Casey i know that your husband is stationed at ft. hood as well and that you guys got on base housing..Thats awesome. Adam and i tried for that but there was a waiting list so we actually found a 3 bedroom house in killeen. Email me at lildemarco00@yahoo.com maybe we can meet up sometime. I actually met and became good friends with a sergenant majors wife and she has been real helpful and has become like a den mother with the move and all the information and just everything even stuff with adam....Well i hope all of your sons are doing great. I have heard that alot of them are in ft.hood and maybe i will meet them i leave in 2 days and cant be more excited! Good Luck with everything everyone.-Ally Proud Wife

said mrsdaigtobe 2007.06.06 at 23:35:12 PDT

Tinker, I called the fort after not finding the information on their website, contacted the nearby Navy base by email, and Jodi helped with information too. Jon brought sheets, and some thicker towels (the army ones were quite thin). I supplied him with some laundry soap, bar soap, paper towels, toilet paper (stuff that was in my pantry). He was in temporary housing for a couple of days and there everything was supplied. When he got to his shared apartment, he needed some kind of window covering, bathroom cleaning supplies, broom,and I can not remember what else. The fort phone call clued me into the need of twin size sheets and a possible way to get his things(TV,stereo, DVD player...) to the fort. He now plans to bring his stuff when he goes back after his time off the last week of June and first week in July. It is so nice to have the cell phone to reach Jon. Now they still have the times when they are out in the field for 5 days when they can not have their phone but so much better than the weeks of not hearing during Fort Benning. +++++++++I had two graduate from high school last Friday and the Saturday open house went well! Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall.

said MargotWoodall 2007.06.04 at 20:53:39 PDT

I hear you, Sylvia. I hope the burnout will end and we will come back. It seems so odd to realize that I didn't even look in for a week! I'm glad Matthew is doing well. Cole reports to his unit Thursday morning. I think he may have a rude awakening as he gets back to PT. Be well, Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.06.03 at 21:16:46 PDT

sorry

said torres446 2007.05.31 at 17:01:37 PDT

hello, anyone!!!!! no one out there :) that is sad :( this was a site we could come to and share now it is a ghost town :( how sad :( If anyone does read this :) My matthew is doing good :) well take care ? ? sylvia

said torres446 2007.05.31 at 16:52:28 PDT

hello, anyone!!!!! no one out there :) that is sad :( this was a site we could come to and share now it is a ghost town :( how sad :( If anyone does read this :) My matthew is doing good :) well take care ? ? sylvia

said torres446 2007.05.31 at 16:51:55 PDT

hello, anyone!!!!! no one out there :) that is sad :( this was a site we could come to and share now it is a ghost town :( how sad :( If anyone does read this :) My matthew is doing good :) well take care ? ? sylvia

said torres446 2007.05.31 at 16:50:37 PDT

hello, anyone!!!!! no one out there :) that is sad :( this was a site we could come to and share now it is a ghost town :( how sad :( If anyone does read this :) My matthew is doing good :) well take care ? ? sylvia

said torres446 2007.05.31 at 16:49:07 PDT

hello, anyone!!!!! no one out there :) that is sad :( this was a site we could come to and share now it is a ghost town :( how sad :( If anyone does read this :) My matthew is doing good :) well take care ? ? sylvia

said torres446 2007.05.31 at 16:48:30 PDT

Hi Tinker and all that is still around. Things are finally getting into a bit of a routine after the death of my Mom. Dad who is 86 is doing well. Tinker, my internet has been going in and out for the past week. I believe that Margot finally called Ft Polk and was able to receive the information that she needed to know. You might try that with Ft. Lewis. I think alot depends on how long they are in holding, but I could easy be wrong on that. I hope all are doing well. Jodi God bless our soldiers!

said TexasMom50 2007.05.27 at 19:44:54 PDT

Since Cole went on to Airborne, he is still home on leave. Can any of you shed some light on what he needs at his unit? We don't have to ship, as he will be within driving range, but I don't know if he should have much before he has his 'permanent' quarters. The website for Ft Lewis doesn't give this kind of info (that I can find). I already got sheets. Thanks, and I hope everyone is settling into their new realities well. How are y'all? Proud Army Mom, Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.05.27 at 12:39:01 PDT

Tinker, you're absolutely right...we all need to hang in there. Tammy, I'm so sorry to read about the problems you're experiencing...I hadn't known, nor have I had to be placed in your shoes. But I can tell you this, this site was created to be of a support...so please remember you have people out here who will be there for you and your soldier when you need us...unconditionally. Please keep my email and if you ever need anything don't hesitate to get a hold of me because all of us are in this together. This is all about Patriot Pride and nothing else matters... Stay Strong. Lisa, a VERY PROUD MOM of AN AMERICAN SOLDIER! Hooah.

said proudmom32 2007.05.25 at 13:31:51 PDT

Tammy, I'm sorry this issue came up yet again, along with some bad memories of how it played out last time for you. No person is perfect and so no group is, either. We may not be perfect, but I think there is a lot of quality support here, and I for one would be sad to see you walk away. You're part of what is right with this place. Hang in there, Tinker.

said TnkerL 2007.05.24 at 22:26:06 PDT

You know, there comes a time when enough is enough. This site was started as support for each other, the site being started by the Chaplain at Benning. Did we share e-mails? You bet, we're here to support each other. Would I share my e-mail again? Definitely not. I have found to my dismay that as so often happens, the enemy is within. I have received e-mails from a certain wife of a soldier who used to be on this site calling my family "white trash" calling me a "witch" and indicating great joy that my son will be deployed soon, implying that he will be in harm's way. The enemy isn't out there just4fun, it's been right here on this site all along. I'm done here. Good luck to you all.

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.05.24 at 16:07:14 PDT

hello everyone, hope everyone is doing fine and enjoying time with there soldiers. I do enjoy hearing from Matthew everyday just hearing his voice makes my day. Busy here trying to get my senior to graudate everyone have a wonderful day and remmeber WE ARE A VERY PROUD AND EXTENDED ARMY FAMILY!!!!!!!!!!!!! love ya sylvia

said torres446 2007.05.24 at 11:26:08 PDT

I believe the information I posted is readily available from other sources. I may be wrong about the email address. I apologize if I stepped outside the bounds of propriety and safety, as I would never intentionally do anything to put any of our soldiers in harms way, or in the path of unscrupulous scammers. I appreciate the reminder from JustLooking about not giving out personal information (SSNs are a definite no-no) over the phone or internet. I would further suggest always having base numbers at hand, and if a suspicious call comes in, ask for a call back number ("I'm in the middle of an emergency,and need to call you right back" or whatever comes to mind). Then call the base and pass it on to them as you check on your soldier. Proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, and grateful member of the extended Army family.

said TnkerL 2007.05.23 at 12:08:45 PDT

I havent' had a chance to be on here for awhile... So wonderful to read the posts about Airborne graduation and that some of you have gotten to see your soldiers for longer than 48 hours... JustLooking, thank you for your advice, we'll take your warning to heart. All of us family and friends of soldiers would never intentionally put our loved ones and their battle buddies in harms way...we have true hearts and patriot pride...so if we are guilty of anything that's what it is. I do appreciate the warning about the 'scam' and hope and pray none of us will ever have to experience something like that...but now that we're aware we'll be better prepared and I thank you for that....Moving on, I'd like to tell everyone that I'm so glad to hear your soldiers are settling in and remember we are ARMY/FAMILY STRONG and will support you whenever it's needed. HOOAH. Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.23 at 08:30:13 PDT

You do not know who I am. Just my point. If someone were to read all your postings they could easily find allot of your personal information, e-mail address, cell & home phone numbers, & home towns/states. Someone could easily Google that information and find out allot more. My son has been in the Army for over 7 years and I have lived thru 2 deployments. In that time I have heard of many loved ones that have received a phone call during their deployment saying that there is a problem with their solider and before they could tell you anything they must verify some information to make sure they you are the right person to tell. In that moment when you are in shock and very worried about your son, most will give out your S.S. number, his S.S. number and just about anything they ask for just to hear what they have to say. Later to find out it was a scam just to get your information. I know it is hard to believe that this would happen, but it does, all the time. So if you still think it is a good idea to post all that information go ahead. Painpak, so without thinking, trying to help an AOL soldier that could be anyone, Tnker posted information that should not have been posted. Guys all I am saying is watch what you post and keep your personal information and others personal information off this site. It is for you and your soldiers own safety.

said JustLooking4fun2 2007.05.23 at 06:17:35 PDT

Tinker,You did a great job. We have never as far as I have seen given anyhting that the enemy couldn't find anyway. And we know the Captain and the Chaplain monitor this site so to justlooking4fun, we have not and would not give out any information that would put our young men and women in harms way. We are the parents and if we thought for one minute what we were posting was in anyway classified we would not post it. Most if not all what we have posted is public information anyway. So maybe YOU should get your facts staright before accusing us of putting our Fine young soldiers in harms way. A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.05.22 at 23:23:27 PDT

The phone numbers I quoted are available on the web. What follows is a direct quote from our previous Chaplain about the guidelines we need to abide by on this site: "As far as the security issue goes, let me say that what I have seen posted is fine. It is general information that could be found in many other places. The Ft Benning Public Affairs Information Chief has seen the site and has no issues as long as we all adhere to SAPP. 1. Security (specific info related to unit movements within Iraq or Afghanastan. The enemy already knows what units are deploying to the theater and when. They aren't supposed to know where and when units move around once in theater. example: 1st Brigade 101st is moving from Ramaadi to Northern Baghdad on Nov 15th etc. Bottom line: Just use common sense. 2. Accuracy (no issues here). 3. Privacy (no issues here) 4. Propriety (of course no issues here)....". So if we were to go by what the Chaplain is saying, we have not violated anything. I may have been wrong posting the Captain's email address (which is handed out to thousands of families a year) and naive, trusting that Billy is who he says he is. I also do not know who you are, or what kind of "fun" you may be having here. I see from your home page that you have no activity posted since you joined up on April Fools Day.

said TnkerL 2007.05.22 at 22:46:26 PDT

Ok I will make this short and sweet. Why are you giving out phone numbers & the e-mail address for the Capt. This is a unsecured site. Anybody could be reading this. Support for each other is a great thing, but think before you post. I have read that (My little *** is stationed at FT *** and will be deployed on this date ***). Do you really know who Billy is? Don’t you think he could just call the base by getting the number from 411? If my son was in the same stage in the Army as your sons, boyfriends & husbands I would be writing & calling the Capt to have this site shut down. Our soldiers safety is more important & should be first on your mind. THINK BEFORE YOU POST!!! NO FULL NAMES, E-MAIL ADDRESS’S, DEPLOYMENT DATES, PHONE NUMBERS

said JustLooking4fun2 2007.05.22 at 21:12:13 PDT

hi everyone ... i havent posted in forever ... but i just wanted to stop in and say hi ... things here have been kinda hectic trying to get everything done before the girls and i can leave to go to schofield ... im sick of the paperwork already ... lol. right now we are just hoping that the girls and i will be able to get to hawaii before jamie has to leave *fingers crossed* but anyway i hope everyone else is adjusting well to all the new army stuff. im sure ill get the hang of all of it soon enough. oh and to gizmo688: i stayed at olson hall over the 36hr pass and the rooms were pretty decent for the price anyway (we paid about $30) ... and being on base was fairly convenient anyway i hope that helps. anyway im probably not gonna be back on here for awhile but if for any reason anyone wants to get a hold of me my email is tkinese@hotmail.com ... take care all. -TK proud wife (i can finally say it!) of PVT James Childs

said justTK 2007.05.22 at 20:47:01 PDT

Hello all - Adam is now entrenched at Ft. Hood. They are apparently putting together a new batallion which he will be part of. For now he tells me he will be a "lawn care maintenance specialist". I had to laugh when I asked him if they gave out medals for that one. I have also joined a group called Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. They do letter writing and package sending to our soldiers overseas, it can also be a great source of comfort and information. Check it out and see if there are any chapters in your areas. We are associated with the American Legion here which is where we hold our meetings, you can also check out the website www.bluestarmothers.org for listing of chapters in your area. I also found the site to have a lot of helpful information on it re: travel, etc. I will marching in the Memorial Day parade here and laying a wreath on our military memorial (the Legion guys tell me I have to salute as well, guess I should have had Adam coach me before he left). Keep posting here, it's wonderful to get support where we can now. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.05.22 at 19:55:20 PDT

Hello to anyone still out there....It's gizmo! Just wondering if anyone stayed in base housing for the graduation? Olson Hall? If so, how were the rooms? That's where i had made my reservations before that i had to cancel. BTW-update...Logan is still in PTRP. He has now officially been at either MCU or PTRP longer than basic....this is week 10 out of trainging. He has healed nicely, been working hard once they let him do PT and he got his RTD a week ago. Today had to pass a PT test in order to get sent back down range to finish up. Then it could be anywhere from 4-6 weeks before he graduates. Depending on what regimine and company they find a place for him. It has been 10 weeks of frustration, but he is focused. If anyone has any more advice on lodging or the whole trip now that you all are experienced, it would be appreciated. God bless all of our soldiers! Karen-Proud mom of PV2 Logan Meyer

said gizmo688 2007.05.22 at 17:59:21 PDT

Billy, the phone numbers are 706-544-8138 or 706-544-9259. Email is Michael.Robert.Schwartz@b enning.army.mil. This info is from the letter sent out to families in January. Hopefully these haven't changed. I hope you can get things straightened out. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.05.21 at 23:37:02 PDT

Hi Billy, I looked all over the Infantry homepage and couldn't find a number for Cpt Schwartz. They've changed the website since I was on it last. I did find a number for the Chaplain of the 2/58th Inf. Batt. It's 706-544-8153. Perhaps he can help you get to Cpt Schwartz. Good luck to you, Billy. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.05.21 at 11:08:01 PDT

hi my nmae is billy campbell im awol from charlie company does anyone knocpt shwartz #

said billycampbell1 2007.05.20 at 19:42:07 PDT

My Airborne grad is home now! He gets 19 days off, which is more than I expected. I have heard horror stories about some people getting sick and others landing in trees and on roads, so I guess Cole's Airborne experience was rather tame. He had a great time, though (couldn't use enough exclamation points) on the first two jumps, and is recovering from the next two. It is so good to see him, knowing it's for more than a weekend. ***If anyone has any updates they want to share, you had better email to tinker.iddins@gmail.com for the time being. Our local folks have gone loco! I can send, but am only getting some in. I'll let you know when that changes. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley

said TnkerL 2007.05.19 at 14:57:33 PDT

***Lisa-proudmom32, I don't remember seeing anyone posting this, but just thought I'd let you know that evidently they have changed their process for the soldiers' Class A photos. Instead of us having to reserve sitting times before the family briefing, the pictures had already been taken, and all we had to do was pickup a postcard that had their name & sitting ID on it, place an order, pay, and then wait for them to be printed out while we waited. There were a couple of companies who evidently took pictures. I didn't realize this until later that a different company was in the area of the soldiers' barracks taking orders with different frame/plaque options, but those pictures wouldn't be ready for a few weeks. Also, on graduation day, there were all sorts of booths set up selling t-shirts, souvenirs, the portrait company that was at the barracks, and even a table where you could order a DVD of the graduation ceremony. If I can think of anything else, I'll let you know so you will have more info to pass on to the other companies who are getting ready for their upcoming graduations! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.05.19 at 14:38:45 PDT

Hi all. Well, we got Jamie on a plane yesterday (5/17) headed back to Ft. Benning to continue his healing and hopefully soon to begin his Airborne training. He tried to do a little running while at home, but his foot is still bothering him. He doesn't really know what to expect except that they are going to put him in physical therapy for awhile, then I would guess do another bone scan to see how the stress fracture is healing. I will keep you posted on his progress. I know I'm not on here as much just like everyone else, but it is still reassuring to know that this site is available for us to provide support to each other. ***Jean, thanks for sharing about your son's Airborne training. It is of special interest to me! Angie--very proud mom of PV2 Jamie McVey.

said mcvey428 2007.05.18 at 16:35:59 PDT

hello, sorry to see no to many people are still with us :( well my Matthew is in Alaska him and 7 other young men. We enjoyed having him home for two weeks and spending time on Mother Day with me before he left on that Monday. *****PROUDMOM32***** you are truly correct we do need each other more than ever now. My matthew has been gone for only 4 days and i feel lost without him. I don't have an address yet but hoping for one soon :) I do enjoy being able to talk to him everyday now!!!!! i love it. well i need to go for now take care everyone :) Very Proud Army Mom!!!! sylvia and a very loud HOOAH!!!!!

said torres446 2007.05.17 at 19:29:25 PDT

hello, sorry to see no to many people are still with us :( well my Matthew is in Alaska him and 7 other young men. We enjoyed having him home for two weeks and spending time on Mother Day with me before he left on that Monday. *****PROUDMOM32***** you are truly correct we do need each other more than ever now. My matthew has been gone for only 4 days and i feel lost without him. I don't have an address yet but hoping for one soon :) I do enjoy being able to talk to him everyday now!!!!! i love it. well i need to go for now take care everyone :) Very Proud Army Mom!!!! sylvia and a very loud HOOAH!!!!!

said torres446 2007.05.17 at 19:28:24 PDT

Great to see the posts! As you can see, it is even more IMPORTANT than ever before to keep this support and network of ARMY STRONG FAMILIES together...not everyone understands what it means to have a loved one in the service at a time of war...but we all do and HOW PROUD WE ARE!!!!! The posts you see from everyone may not be every day, but please make sure to keep everyone updated on how your soldier is doing and if/when you need the TLC of your ARMY FAMILY. HOOAH! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.16 at 10:47:27 PDT

Hi Family! Received a phone call at 2am this morning from James.....he just landed in Hawaii...it was a 10 hour flight from Atlanta. He took a bus back down to Atlanta on Mother's Day and then his flight for Hawaii left yesterday at 4pm Eastern time. He shared a hotel with one of the guys from C Co that was on his way to Alaska. Anyway, now he is 6000 miles away and like many of you he is the "new kid on the block". Before his plane left Atlanta he called and said he was on the plane....his last "good-bye" from the mainland. He said there was a Luitenant in the Navy and a 1st Seargant on his flight. He was in his ACU's and so proud. The funniest thing happened in the morning though....he and his friend went for b-fast at a Waffle House and they got their b-fast for free....because they were soldiers.....he called me and thought that was so neat!! Anyway...he made it safely to Hawaii...now he has to get a ton of paperwork changed so TK and the girls can join him hopefully within 45-60 days. He is very proud to be a Soldier! Love of Country.....Love to all your son's and may God Bless them and keep them safe. Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.05.15 at 04:23:28 PDT

Hi everyone, I have not written since before grad., my son Ricardo is in airborne training and he said that they could not jump off the towers because it was too windy, he said that they will make 5 jumps this week out of the airplane, the last one is a night jump, i attended grad with his girlfriend but will not be able to attend this next grad, hope you all take lots of pics and may God continue to bless our soldiers and our families! please feel free to email me anytime at njean39@comcast.net.

said JeanRJ19 2007.05.14 at 17:50:30 PDT

Thanks Lisa, I'm not sure what we are going to do about the vehicle. He wants it there, but since he may deploy soon I don't want it sitting. He asked if they (the Army) would transport and they will not. He does have a buddy from Benning that has a car. Margot...sounds like I'm in the same situation as you. Thomas is with his new unit, he is the new guy, no address b/c they have not put him in his permanent housing. Don't know what's up w/ that. He has a list of things that he wants us to send. Of course the Army said it was a waste of time to transport his things since he will be deploying quickly. His unit just returned from Ft. Polk for their deployment training. Of course that took place b/4 Thomas arrived. Sorry to be so negative, I'm not super happy about alot of this. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.05.14 at 16:32:07 PDT

Susie, if Thomas decides to drive his truck to his home base...I encourage you to go with him so you can take turns driving...but most importantly you will get to spend the best one on one quality time together you may never have a chance to again...Then you can fly home...I did this with my son about 6 weeks ago and it was the best experience! Once we got to his home base I stayed a couple days at Fort Hood, got to see Brandon's barracks, meet some of his buddies... Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.14 at 07:59:58 PDT

Tinker, thank you for the new spreadsheet and the notes. Jon told us Friday that he will be deploying to Iraq in Nov., just like your notes said. I still don't have an address for him but he has a cell phone and it is so nice to talk with him. He is in a squad of nine and is the new guy. Everyone else has had the experience of having been deployed overseas, some for 3 or 4 times. He is shopping today for a shower curtain and alarm clock. He needs to see a doctor due to having an ear that seems to be under water. He saw someone before graduation and saw someone when on leave, but still is not well. You can hear the congestion on the phone and hear the cough. It is hot and humid in Louisiana! Hopefully more will check out the website and give updates on their sons. Thank you for all that shared their pictures too. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall.

said MargotWoodall 2007.05.13 at 18:11:29 PDT

I sent out the new spreadsheet! We don't seem to be using this site much, and I figured that we still need each other, maybe even more than before. I've added columns for unit assignments and deployment info. The notes sheet has different info. If you didn't get a copy, feel free to post your email address and I'll get you one. I've already added some things gleaned from reading the postings since we got back, and look forward to having a lot to add in the next few days. Cole's in Airborne training right now, and I can hardly wait to hear what it was like to jump from the 250' towers this last week. Better him than me, lol. Butch and Tamie, I wish I could go to Airborne graduation, too. Please take a bunch of pictures if you can and I'll get to see them in your album. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley

said TnkerL 2007.05.13 at 00:03:10 PDT

Update...I made an album....the pics are under my shoebox....Love you all....Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.05.12 at 04:35:27 PDT

Hi everyone....who is still reading & posting! I put up some pictures...BUT....you have to click on James' picture then go to my profile....click on his picture there and it will take you to the pictures. I didn't make an album!!!!! YES, James & TK got married...on Monday May 7th. I was there and I am doing fine. There are pictures from the "quante" little wedding overlooking downtown Cincinnati....I also added a few pictures from Turning Blue where James' Dad pinned his cord on him. There are even a few of James and Haedn. He leaves tomorrow for Atlanta then leaves Monday for his duty station in Oahu Hawaii. TK and her girls girls will join him in about 45-60 days. I wish them the best of luck. I am very proud of my Soldier....for his success. Thank you to everyone that sent well wishes. You are all family to me..please keep in touch! Love of Country....Army Strong/Family Strong....VERY PROUD MOM of PVT. James Childs...Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.05.12 at 04:21:25 PDT

******IMPORTANT NOTICE****** Especially for those who have soldiers who were able to come home and will be departing soon for their new home unit....You can accompany your soldier inside the airport, to the actual boarding gates...when he gets his tickets and shows his military ID, all you need to do is show your license and they will give you a visitor's pass to go through security (anybody UNDER 18 needs to check in as well so they get a pass, but no ID required). I seen a lot of families in the airport saying their tearful farewells at the security area because they didn't know...I spread the news to everyone I could... It'll give you that much more time with your loved one before they depart. :) Good luck and best wishes, Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.10 at 14:31:42 PDT

Thanks Lisa. I'm not sure if we will be able to send his personal belongings. He reported to his duty station yesterday. He is 2 BN, 22 INF.

said zuzu1117 2007.05.09 at 17:24:07 PDT

The beds are twin size...they are in a dorm-like room... Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.09 at 13:40:42 PDT

I got home to responsibilities that claimed my energies through Saturday. I finally got my pictures uploaded and posted. The light was low in the room where we had the meeting prior to Turning Blue, but I got pictures of most of the slides, so those of you who weren't there could share as much as possible in what we saw. Cole is in Airborne, and this week will be jumping from the 250' tower seen in pictures almost at the end. Better him than me! He says it's really different, being in school with people of varied rank. New rules and realities to learn and adapt to. Has anyone confirmed the bed size yet? I hope all of you whose soldiers have leave are able to spend a lot of time with them. I hope you whose soldiers had to report immediately are getting more regular phone calls. How is everyone doing? Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, Airborne trainee.

said TnkerL 2007.05.07 at 22:12:52 PDT

I didn't see a bed size but I thought it would be a twin size. I hope I didn't do all that shopping, washing, and packing for nothing! I will hear about it by the end of the week. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.05.06 at 14:52:38 PDT

Margot...thanks for that info. Thomas' orders also say "authorized shipment of household goods". We will have him look into this when he get's there. What size beds to they get? Was that info on the webiste? Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.05.06 at 08:21:52 PDT

Thank you for all the information! I went to Fort Polk site, our Great Lakes Navy base, and even called two offices at Fort Polk! According to my phone calls, Jon should process in two days and then be assigned to his room. He can then make an appointment with the transportation office and have a moving company come to our home, pack, and ship his TV and other belongings at no cost to us. Hopefully we understand this correctly, but his orders did have the statement "you are authorized shipment of household goods". They did say that if we packed a box to leave it open for inventory and that a releasing agent (parent that would be home) would have to be where his stuff was to release it to them for packing and shipping. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall #354 who is washing new bedding for Jon! He plans to leave tomorrow afternoon.

said MargotWoodall 2007.05.05 at 21:16:40 PDT

Thanks Lisa, we thought it might be better to just let him buy what he needs there. He is flying initially, but wants to eventually take his truck. However it will take him at least 3 days to drive. We'll see. Not sure I want him to do that. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.05.05 at 12:34:48 PDT

Susie...it's a challenge when it comes to personal stuff. My son Brandon who is based at Fort Hood, TX went to the local WalMart and bought all his new bedding instead of me shipping it to him. As for the TV/DVD...once again I sent him money because by the time I FEDEX'd everything it was going to cost me more money than it was worth the trouble. Last month Brandon came home to get his pickup and that's when he loaded it with the necessary items he thought he'd need (which wasn't much) and drove it back. ***Thank you for sharing some of your stories and experiences...I love to read them and see all the great pictures!!!! Once again Congratulations to all your soldiers!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.05 at 12:26:49 PDT

mistype....he's going to Ft. Drum...upstate NY.

said zuzu1117 2007.05.04 at 14:34:19 PDT

Hi all.....it's been a whirwind two weeks for me. We made it home in one piece, went through prom, I left for business trip to NY and I'm finally home today...whew. I just wanted to tell everyone it was great to finally meet you all and wished we could've stayed longer and really visisted with ea. of you. Let's do keep in touch on this site or via email. We have Thomas a few more days, he leaves Tues am for Ft. Lewis. Margot, if you google the fort I believe you can get a lot of info. Didn't you say Johnathan is going to Ft. Polk? I'll see what I can find. Lisa (proudmom32). How do they get all of their personal stuff to the duty station if they are flying? HAHA...bet you thought you were just about finished w/ us!!! We still NEED you....and thanks for everything you have done for us. You have been a lifesaver. PS...I posted a few picts on my webshots of graduation. Susie, Proud mom of Soldier Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.05.04 at 14:32:52 PDT

Did any of you hand out candy or sweets to the soldiers ...was it a huge hit as I predicted?...I have sent my words of wisdom and advice to Companies B and A... and would like some feedback so it'll help others as they approach and get ready for their graduation(s). Thanks, Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.03 at 21:42:18 PDT

Welcome Home everyone...so great to read all your stories and experiences. ***Margot, Yes...your sons WILL have to provide their own sheets, and bedding...YES, they can now take or buy their own tvs/dvds, laptops, etc....they will be in a dorm room like setting at their home station...small fridge, sink, microwave, etc. What base is Jonathan assigned to? Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.03 at 21:36:37 PDT

Hi all, yes what an AWESOME experiance, we too are very rpoud of Josh. He is at point in his life that I thought I would never see him at. It was wonderful meeting all and we enjoyed Thursday afternoon. Tammy, you are right you have been bragging a lot but you really have something to brag about, Adam is a wonderful person and Josh is very glad to be battle buddies with him. We will have to keep in touch and I think they are a good fit for each other. You are right, I am just amazed at the transforamtion that has taken place, it is funny to see the changes in these boys, well men, but we still see them as ours boys. It is to bad we all live so far apart, except for Angie & Jim, we will have to at some point and time plan a trip to meet in the middle some where and spend some time together in the future. Well it is late, Josh and I are watching Band of Brothers (I'm to old to stay up this late but I will tough it out). God Speed to all the boys of Company C and good luck to those on to Airborne and RIP, I hope they all make it.

said cdetwiler 2007.05.03 at 20:47:26 PDT

Bob and I have finally settled in from our trip. The experience at Benning was one that we will remember forever. The last several days have been spent in deep reflection, thinking about where we started with Adam and where we have arrived. It amazes me everyday what can happen when you never give up on your child. We were amazed to hear the comments from the Captain and Drill Sargent about our son. We kept thinking "our Adam?" But what meant the most to us was hearing from his platoon mates. Adam had written to us at one point during his cycle as platoon leader that "it sucks, everyone hates me". We now know that that wasn't true. And believe me when I say, that Adam had many wonderful things to say about your sons as well. I fear I have been doing a lot of bragging since I've returned, but again, I'm just amazed. I really enjoyed Thursday afternoon, listening to the boys tell their "war" stories about training, they really had us laughing (I imagine there was a time when they didn't think they would laugh about any of it). We loved talking with the parents we've been on this site with too, Angie & Jim, Chris & Terri, and Tinker, your boys are AWESOME (Adam's new favorite word). I was so happy to see that Adam and Josh will be battle buddies at Hood, I could tell that they like and respect one another. It seems just like yesterday we all started posting on this site and now the ceremonies are over and they're all getting ready to start on their new adventures. God speed to them all and to all of you as well. I'll still check in here from time to time and of course I'll stay in personal touch with many of you, especially you Chris, have to keep up with our boys. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.05.03 at 19:03:34 PDT

HELLO EVERYONE :) WELL WHAT CAN I SAY THAT HAS NOT ALREADY BEEN SAID ABOUT GRADUATION AND TURNING BLUE CEREMONY WOW!!!!!!!!!! WHAT A WONDERFUL TIME WE HAD AND I AM STILL ENJOYING MY TIME WITH MY SON HE WILL BE LEAVING ON THE 14H OF THIS MONTH TO ALASKA. SO I AM ENJOYING EVERY MIN OF HIS TIME. SORRY TO HIS FRIENDS BUT I DON'T SHARE!!!!!!!!!! LISA: THANK YOU THANK YOU THE HATS AND SCARF WHERE A HIT EVERYONE WANTED ONE :) SORRY :) I AM STILL ON CLOUD NINE!!!!!!!!!!!! UNTIL LATER EVERYONE HAVE A GREAT EVENING :) VERY VERY PROUD MOM OF MATTHEW TAKE CARE SYLVIA

said torres446 2007.05.03 at 14:41:49 PDT

We too enjoyed meeting those from this site and looking for the hats and scarves really helped us connect. We have great memories of the ceremonies and the time spent in GA. I'm sorry we missed the picnic but meeting an aunt in Columbus on Thurs. and grocery shopping had the time flying by. I still have questions!! How do get information about the fort your soldier is going to? I've gone to the fort's website but still cannot find if sheets, pillows, blankets are provided, can they bring their TV,DVD player... ? Jonathan went to the doctor today-cough, runny nose...hopefully he can get better before he drives for 20 hours to his assignment. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354

said MargotWoodall 2007.05.03 at 10:37:17 PDT

We too enjoyed meeting those from this site and looking for the hats and scarves really helped us connect. We have great memories of the ceremonies and the time spent in GA. I'm sorry we missed the picnic but meeting an aunt in Columbus on Thurs. and grocery shopping had the time flying by. I still have questions!! How do get information about the fort your soldier is going to? I've gone to the fort's website but still cannot find if sheets, pillows, blankets are provided, can they bring their TV,DVD player... ? Jonathan went to the doctor today-cough, runny nose...hopefully he can get better before he drives for 20 hours to his assignment. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354

said MargotWoodall 2007.05.03 at 10:34:25 PDT

Hello everyone, Turning blue and Graduation were absolutly great. Got to see a few of you, tinker, Margot Woodall, Daigs dad, and a few others. I looked for the blue hats and scarves and handed out stickers to those I could find. We didn't make it to the cook out, Tyler wanted to do other things, Like eat and sleep!!! We had a great time seeing the base, barracks, and got to meet DS Gustavson. Tyler is on to Airborne and we will probably be back to Ft. Benning at the end of May. I want to say that having this site was a blessing for the info that really helped us make our trip eaiser. Tinker, thank you so much for keeping the spreadsheet!! Lisa, for the scarves and hats. We will have these for ever to remind us of our time spent with "Army" friends and family. A big thank you to Kim Payne for all her wisdom and tips and info for us newbies. And a GREAT BIG thanks to all of you that chimed in during the time that our "men" were in training. It made the time pass much faster and made it eaiser to know that others had the same concerns and difficulties that we did. Last but not least, to Chaplain Rusak for putting the pictures on the site for us to enjoy. Thanks again everyone! Proud parents of Tyler Jones, Butch & Tamie

said jonestb0362 2007.05.02 at 23:34:54 PDT

Wow, CONGRATULATIONS to all your soldiers. I haven't been on for a long long time and have missed a lot. But, I hope you all know you and your soldiers are always in my heart and on my mind. It's so nice to see that graduation and Turning Blue went great for all. God Bless. A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.05.02 at 16:24:59 PDT

Hi everyone. Well I got to hug and kiss my wonderful Josh Friday night and see that beautiful smile of his. My husband and I have been on cloud nine ever since, hanging on to everything he has had to tell us. Sunday what started out to be a small garthering of just Chris, Josh, Terri, Michael, Junior, my Mom, Ron and Me wound up with my brother, sister-in-law, two nepherws, soon to be niece and a cousin showing up but my door is always open to family and friends. I always cook more just in case and had more then enough. Josh was glad to have them all here we watched the vedio Terri took both days. All the boys looked so handsome in thier uniforms. I wish them all well and God speed in the next chapter of thier service time. We plan on spending as much time with Josh as we can before he leaves again. VERY VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.05.01 at 21:54:07 PDT

Welcome back Tinker...can't wait to read all about it....WOW...(in)famous!!! ! LOL Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.01 at 15:58:57 PDT

Oh, yeah, Angie got her shrimp (you rock, Bob). Thank you so much for the bumper stickers, Butch. And for putting up the sign at your cabin, making you so findable. Ask Bob about the wild boar, guys! Susie, Cheryl, it was incredible to finally meet you and Kevin and all your in and out laws. I'm going to take a nap before I get mushy or goofy or something. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.05.01 at 12:38:40 PDT

I was on the 11pm ferry home last night, and have not loaded my pictures onto my computer yet or unpacked. I had an incredible time in GA, but due to a romping case of jet lag, don't feel like I can put the words together to express it well. I wish I had met more of you. The cookout didn't really come together, and that's where I thought we would all be able to touch base. :-[ I've only been to GA in August before, so I was pleasantly surprised by the weather. It was as great as I knew it would be to hug my "boy", and know that I can spend a week and a half or so with him in just 3 short weeks. I had goosebumps, I cried, I laughed, I got soooooooooo lost! I have to add, that was mainly because we thought we were entering the main post (from Sand Hill) through a different gate than we were. Once we ironed that out, we did pretty well. At the end of graduation, after they dismissed us, we were told that the person who lost their cell phone could come to the podium to get it. According to Cole, that was his "freaking Mom"! It's wonderful to be (in)famous! I'm proudly wearing the Wolverine t-shirt today, gory picture and all. More later when my brain isn't wading through jello to think! Proud, proud Mom of Airborne trainee PV2 Cole Ackley

said TnkerL 2007.05.01 at 12:30:05 PDT

Where is everyone? Come back and post about your time at Fort Benning...can't wait to read about your experiences!!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.05.01 at 09:31:56 PDT

Terri, great pics! Love the green sunglasses. :) Thank you for being so kind and sharing your pictures of this memorable and proud time for each our soldiers. Jodi**Proud of my soldiers, Russ and Clay

said TexasMom50 2007.04.29 at 22:30:36 PDT

Hi Everyone, Thursday and Friday were awesome i can't believe the difference in Private JOhn Smith(eric) he has grown in always so much. the troops looked so good they are an awesome froup of guys and they will have memories from this that they will keep with them for a lifetime I hope everyone returns home safe and have a blessed time with your son.husband,father,etc. did not get to meet many of you John was not very sociable he rested when we were not at the bas on thursday and friday Uchee is absolutely awesome i could live there for ever. last thing If anyone has any extra bumper stickers let me know we did noy get any we were running behind and when i saw evertone with them i asked and they where gone i would really like to have one. And ever who said "have your plastic ready" sure knew what they were talking about. I wish all your soldiers the very best in whatever and whereever they go. May God protect them and bless them in everything they do. I will always keep them in my prayers. Our pastor called Eric upfront today and congratulated him and prayed for him in front the whole church and then the church gave him a standing ovation. Can you imagine the tears from this proud Mama. GOD BLESS DIANE SMITH PROUD MOM OF PRIVATE JOHN ERIC SMITH

said smithome4392 2007.04.29 at 13:15:15 PDT

Hey C Co Family!! Just wanted to say Hi, and WOW what an experience Turning Blue and Graduation was. It was so wonderful to see my nephew and all of the other soldiers, and just to be a witness of the entire event. It was great to meet everyone. I have posted pictures on my profile, please enjoy them. God bless everyone! Love of country - Garudians of Freedeom Terri - Proud Aunt of PVT Joshua Detwiler

said pvtdetwilersaunt 2007.04.29 at 12:07:04 PDT

Angie-Again thank you for sharing! The picture of Jamie was awesome. Jodi

said TexasMom50 2007.04.28 at 23:10:08 PDT

Hello, everyone! Jodi--no problem..I'm glad you liked them. Hopefully the videos weren't as slow as they are on this internet connection in the motel! Lisa--haven't made it home yet...in fact we're still in Columbus visiting with Jamie. We'll leave early Monday morning to head back, making a few stops a long the way. I just finished uploading some videos & pics of the Graduation on Friday. The demonstration of the Bradley fighting machine & infantrymen it carries was awesome (they played "Bad to the Bone" during the demonstration). I have video of that as well. Hope you all enjoy it. Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey--Love of Country! HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.28 at 19:11:45 PDT

Hi Angie, I'm glad you made it there and back safe and sound...I CAN'T WAIT TO READ ALL THE DETAILS of your experience. Thursday I wore blue and yesterday I wore red and not a moment seemed to go by that I wasn't thinking of you all....CAN'T WAIT!!!!! I gotta run out but will be back shortly so I can see your amazing pictures....CONGRATULATIO NS to CHARLIE CO...YOU DID IT!!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.28 at 07:28:19 PDT

Angie, Thank you for sharing the pictures. That was so very kind of you to download these pictures. It meant alot to me since I was unable to attend this joyful event that our soldiers have worked so very hard for during these past months. Jodi Proud of my soldiers--Russell and Clay

said TexasMom50 2007.04.27 at 21:52:49 PDT

Good Evening, everyone! Thanks to Lisa, Lisa-Cincy, Rhonda, and all the others who have wished us at C-Co a great time. It is now midnight, EDT, and I am still wound up from today's events. I've met some of our website family members, but most of all, it has been a celebration that cannot be expressed easily in words. I was able to pin a blue cord on another soldier who didn't have family there. I couldn't hold the tears back. It was a very touching moment. I have posted some pictures & videos of today's Turning Blue ceremony. They are spread out between my "public shoebox" and the "Turning Blue" album. I will try to figure out how to move the public shoebox photos to the turning blue album later. Hope you enjoy them. I was so nervous today, and the adrenline was pumping strong! Well, I've had enough for today. We will be up early tomorrow morning for the graduation at 9:00am EDT. I will get those pics posted as soon as I can. Thanks for all the support from everyone. It was a very moving day today. Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey, Love of Country! Hooah!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.26 at 21:09:29 PDT

HOORAH! for C Co. Hope y'all have a great time today and tomorrow. B Co has you in our prayers. Rhonda Proud Mom of PFC Matthew Parga-Manasse No. 238 B Co.

said rrhwilson 2007.04.26 at 08:36:27 PDT

TODAY HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!!!! Everyone has a safe trip. You'll all be in my thoughts and please send my congratulations to your soldier. Tomorrow I will be wearing sky blue in honor of your men receiving their Blue Cords and red on Friday to show my support of all the troops. Take care and make sure to come back and post your pictures and experiences...I look forward to reading and seeing all of them!!! HOOAH!!! Lisa ****PS> Jess...please thank your husband for helping to shape these guys into fine, brave soldiers...Hats off to all the drill sgts...it's a thankless job at times, but I for one am very appreciative for all they do.

said proudmom32 2007.04.25 at 08:45:44 PDT

I have packed for my boys but still have to pack my suitcase! Thank you Lisa for the information. I've put the extra duffle in my suitcase. We leave about noon for the airport on Wed.-just a few hours away! Hope to see you all in Georgia. Have safe trips! Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.24 at 21:27:29 PDT

HOURS...YOU ARE ALL T-MINUS HOURS AWAY!!! How does that feel...got goosebumps from all the excitement yet? If not...you will. LOL Margot,yes it would be recommended to take an extra backpack or duffle (just in case). You'll find it quite amazing how tight the soldiers learn to fold up their clothing and are able to put it all in just ONE ruck sack (including their extra pair of combat boots). The back pack came in handy when we went shopping for all his civilian clothing...his ruck sack couldn't possible handle one more item. :)*** As some of you are about to start your journey, I wish you a safe trip and wonderful memories...please come back and post all your experiences, I'll look forward to it. I'm very proud of all your soldiers...THEY ROCK!!!! Hooah! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.24 at 13:18:55 PDT

This will be my last post until friday night.... Cant wait to meet all of you when I get there... everyone have a safe and exciting trip...be careful... I will be sure to write as soon as I get home... Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.24 at 07:42:46 PDT

Hey everyone...I'm excited. Started getting stuff together tonight. Hope everyone has a safe trip... We will be leaving around 2:30 am Wed. Can't wait to see my boy!!!! HOOAH. Proud mom of Infantry Soldier Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.23 at 20:28:19 PDT

Lisa, so Jon will be down to one ruck sack? It seemed that it looked like they were carrying two ruck sacks at times. So is this stuff army clothes and boots? He didn't bring much from home. Since Brandon used a back pack too, it wouldn't hurt if I brought an extra piece of luggage like a duffle or back pack for Jon? Thank you for your help!Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.23 at 20:11:46 PDT

Have a safe and joyous trip!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.23 at 20:09:04 PDT

Okay I am very confused as to what everyone is talking about, but I hope everything gets figures out. Graduation is almost here... Is everyone excited? I know I am. My parent in laws and I will be leaving tomorrow afternoon... we want to take our time getting down there and all. So I hope everyone has a safe and exciting trip. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.23 at 20:02:56 PDT

Margot, Jonathan will have to carry ALL his belongs from his boot camp barracks when he leaves graduation day...it will be his responsibility to pack everything in his ruck sack. For Brandon's graduation gift my mom purchased him a Camel Back hydration back pack so he would have more storage for his items... Hope this info helps. ***Won't be long now, my congratulations to everyone for getting through all this and most of all to the brave men of Charlie Company...my thanks to the drill sgts and cpt. for turning out such great soldiers...hats off to you as well!!! Most of all THANK YOU Chaplain Rusack, without you not everyone would be this united and patriot/Army strong. Hooah!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.23 at 19:22:14 PDT

STOP IT!!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS WEB SITE IS NOT FOR ALL THIS MESS!!!!!!!!!!! WE HAVE ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE SHOULD BE REJOYING!!!!!!!!! SORRY BUT I HAVE HAD ENOUGH !!!!!!!!!! SIGNING OFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!

said torres446 2007.04.23 at 13:55:55 PDT

I had a two minute phone call from Jonathan asking us to get a plane ticket home for him near the time we fly home. My question is: does the soldier have lots of stuff to transport home and then take to the new base or does the army ship equipment and clothes to the new base? Two minutes was hardly time to cover much at all. I am to bring some clothes... to Georgia since we will be spending some of the leave time in Georgia with family. I have much to do to get four of us ready to travel and get Jon's room back in order. His sister needs to move out of his room with all the clothes and stuff and back into her sister's room. Jon's stuff (at least part of his clothes and things) needs to be removed from all over the house where it has been stored. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354 who is looking forward to being in Georgia soon!

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.23 at 13:18:08 PDT

Once again I am happy to see you have all banned together, utilized your resources and continued to share crucial information with eachother. With graduation almost here, you as families have started to learn the important basics of the military life and how strong our military families can be. Developing a good military family network can make all the difference to the soldiers and thier families in a lifestyle like this. I am also glad to see the mention of the OPSEC regulations. I have seen many soldiers and families lives devastated through the leak of basic information. i.e. email addresses, phone numbers, partial names etc... You can not imagine the extent of damage that can be done by people "preying" on our military community. I have seen fake casualty calls and injury notifications, where the family gave out all personal info over the phone to a perfect stranger including their and their soldiers social security numbers, DOB etc... Anyway, not to preach, but the security and privacy of our information should ALWAYS be of the upmost importance! Some things you have to learn on your own and you have all done great so far! This can be a wonderful and honorable experience and lifestyle! My best advice to you all from a DS wife is "Pride, Honor and Hope will get you through some of your hardest times." You and your soldiers are this countries future, you will make us proud! Take care and congrats!

said jessandjeff123 2007.04.23 at 09:53:00 PDT

Hi everyone it's T-minus 60 some hours away from arrival...how exciting is THAT?!?!!!! If you get an opportunity to speak with your soldier in the next day or so ask him if he knows where he'll be standing on Kanell Field according to the bleachers so you know where you should sit (there are two sides of the bleachers)...my apologizies for not mentioning this sooner. Do you all have everything packed and ready? My thoughts are all with you as the excitemtne builds!!! HOOAH. Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.23 at 09:42:24 PDT

Tammy, you can feel that I am preaching to you all you want but the thing is, I have my soldiers safety in mind and if I feel that something is jeopardizing his safety, I will do all I can to stop it. You would do the same if you felt Adam's safety was being jeopardized. I wasn't trying to preach to any of you. I was trying to remind you all to abide by OPSEC regulations. Regulations that are put in place to keep YOUR soldiers safe. If you cant understand that, then I'm sorry. Maybe everyone should just take the words at face value and try not to read in between the lines, not all of us are as fake as you might think we are.

said AProudSoldiersWife 2007.04.23 at 06:39:47 PDT

Shira - I don't think your posts get taken out of context as much as we feel as if you are preaching to us. Let me assure you that as parents, the safety and well-being of our sons is first and foremost with us, it has been since the day they were born and will be until the day we die. As you yourself have a child, I think you can appreciate that. I think what all of us have been looking for on this website is support and possibly friendships, I know that I have made some wonderful friends here and believe that I will keep them as friends for a lifetime. The support of our Army family is tantamount to all of us because, let's face it, we're all terrified that they will be deployed in the very near future. This is week of celebration for all of us. Most of us haven't seen our sons in 3 1/2 months. Most of us have enough drama in our "real" lives without this added to it. Let's celebrate the accomplishments and leave it at that. Tammy, proud and frustrated mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.22 at 20:43:24 PDT

You know....I'm not sure why it's always my posts that get taken out of context, but it's pretty ridiculous. It's because I'm jewish, isnt it (haha, jk). I didn't mean to offend anyone by my post, but i though that OPSEC should have been brought to everyone's attention because a lot of people arent familiar with it, especially the families of unmarried soldiers. OPSEC is drilled into the heads of military spouses and not so much into the heads of their mothers and fathers.

said AProudSoldiersWife 2007.04.22 at 19:13:59 PDT

Angie- as usual your posts contain so much useful information and you deliver them in such a great way. OPSEC violations include stating complete unit locations and names, such as John Smith, part of 567 bn 75890 IN REGT out of Miami, FL. Then even going as far as saying, must report to Fort so and so next Tuesday (next tuesday is a soldie date.) This little bit of information couple with other information easily found on the internet can jeopardize not only your soldier, but others as well. Keep your soldiers safety in mind because you could be putting other soldiers at risk. BTW Angie, the first sentance to your post was a bit out of line.

said AProudSoldiersWife 2007.04.22 at 19:02:48 PDT

Shira--as usual, your posts are so full of encouragement and support...I'm not sure what you're talking about, but I've been reading these posts and haven't read anything that violates security or jeopardizes our soldiers' safety...especially after reading a direct quote from our previous Chaplain about 1 month ago about the guidelines we need to abide by on this site: "As far as the security issue goes, let me say that what I have seen posted is fine. It is general information that could be found in many other places. The Ft Benning Public Affairs Information Chief has seen the site and has no issues as long as we all adhere to SAPP. 1. Security (specific info related to unit movements within Iraq or Afghanastan. The enemy already knows what units are deploying to the theater and when. They aren't supposed to know where and when units move around once in theater. example: 1st Bridgade 101st is moving from Ramaadi to Northern Baghdad on Nov 15th etc. Bottom line: Just use common sense. 2. Accuracy (no issues here). 3. Privacy (no issues here) 4. Propriety (of course no issues here)....". So if we were to go by what the Chaplain is saying, we have not violated anything. There hasn't been anything said that was any different than when the Chaplain made this post a month ago. Hopefully this helps clear the air, and hasn't sent the other family members into a freaked state of mind that they have done something wrong. Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey--Love of Country--HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.22 at 18:49:05 PDT

I'm a little late in saying this, but please everyone, keep OPSEC in the back of your mind. I've seen repeated violations of these on this site. Some violations include spedific departure dates, specidic unit information and location, etc. If you arent up to date on the regulations of OPSEC please read them at http://www.iwar.org.uk/iwar/resources/call/opsec.htm. While many of our soldiers are not deployed, these rules are not only inplace for those who are. Keep your soldier's safety in mind. You never know who is reading this site and what information they might be able to gain from the things we post here (if the DS's can see it, so can everyone else!) ~shira

said AProudSoldiersWife 2007.04.22 at 12:47:49 PDT

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES going out to Pvt. Childs!!!! What a great day it is!!!! ****Thank you for all the nice comments about the scarves and hats, I'm so happy you all like them. **** Today marks T-minus 3 days...Monday you can officially go to HOUR countdown...HOOAH!!!! I'm so very proud of all your soldiers, they've worked extremely hard to get them where they are and deserve to march on to Kanell Field...WAY TO GO CHARLIE COMPANY!!!!! Lisa, Proud ARMY STRONG/FAMILY STRONG mom of Pvt. Brandon Jones (Fort Hood, TX 1st ID, 3rd BN Alpha Co. 2/2)

said proudmom32 2007.04.22 at 11:02:18 PDT

Happy 23rd Birthday to PVT. James G. Childs #406. Just wanted to share....I love you with all my heart and hope your birthday is special as it is your first as an American Soldier. Safe journeys to all as it will be a week of excitement and anticipation....HOAH. Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mom of an American Infantryman Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.22 at 09:08:59 PDT

Happy 23rd Birthday to PVT. James G. Childs #406. Just wanted to share....I love you with all my heart and hope your birthday is special as it is your first as an American Soldier. Safe journeys to all as it will be a week of excitement and anticipation....HOAH. Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mom of an American Infantryman Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.22 at 09:08:59 PDT

WELL HELLO C CO.!!!! ALMOST THERE - I'm so excited for all of you. I've got my clock set so I can pop in on Wednesday to cheer you all on. Its been a long road - but the end is in sight. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your Soldiers. ~ Proud and Honored mom of PFC Phillip R. Connell #306 A Co. 2/58 GOD BLESS OUR SOLDIERS AND LET FREEDOM RING!!

said Chelane1970 2007.04.22 at 07:52:08 PDT

Yes Lisa - I received my package --- just beautiful.thank you.

said gmabuss 2007.04.21 at 18:00:19 PDT

GOOD AFTERNOON: EVERYONE !!!!!!!!! YES IT IS COUNT DOWN T-4 I AM SO EXCITED IT IS HARD FOR ME JUST TO GET READY!!!! AGAIN*********LISA******* *THANKS YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR US GETTING US THRU THIS AND OF COURSE OUR BEAUTIFUL SCARF :) WELL LOTS TO DO TODAY :) GOT TO RUN PROM DAY HERE AND STILL LOTS TO STILL DO :) VERY VERY VERY VERY PROUD MOM OF ALL OUR SOLDIERS :)

said torres446 2007.04.21 at 10:19:24 PDT

******Hello EVERYONE!!!! Happy SATURDAY!!!! T-minus 4 days and counting.... ***** I want to check in with everyone who ordered a scarf and/or hat...did you all receive your packages? I just got an email from one person saying that haven't gotten theirs and I'm concerned because everyone should have gotten theirs by now. PLEASE CALL ME ASAP IF YOU HAVE NOT GOTTEN YOUR PACKAGE YET...360-604-0294 (home) or 360-921-5326 (cell). ******Just think this is the last weekend before the BIG EVENT!!! I can't wait to hear all about your trip when you all get back! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.21 at 09:49:17 PDT

ANGIE Thank you. Yes, that Ackley kid is mine! All grown up and dipping grog! Which, btw, is supposed to be watered down rum. No gatorade. Ewwwww. Is anyone thinking green? As in room? I keep checking. I'm sooooo excited. See you soon, Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, Wolverine.

said TnkerL 2007.04.20 at 19:23:45 PDT

Ummm - I'm pretty sure I meant "partridge", a partride sound painful. Tammy

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.20 at 18:32:18 PDT

Good evening all - So here we are last weekend before the big HOOAH! When I talked to Adam on Wed. he told me that everyone completed FTX including young McVey - I had to call Angie and give her the good news. I asked him how the "grog" was. He thought it was some concoction of orange Gatorade, ginger ale and "some sort of liquor". He said it was nasty, ha, ha. For us Michiganders, ginger ale is lovely ginger beer we call Vernors, not the yucky Canada Dry stuff. Anyway, after getting the grog and re-assembling, one of the DS had them raise their glasses and said "to the Infantry, HOOAH!" "to the Army, HOOAH! "to our fallen comrades", Adam said you could hear a pin drop, he said it was very moving. He wasn't interested in the heroes breakfast, he just wanted to hit the rack. He said a lot of the guys were sick, himself included, but he was glad it was over and looking forward to graduation. So, I shopped today and got - 300 paper plates, 100 forks and spoons, 500 napkins, 2 ketchup, 1 mustard and I think maybe a partride in a pear tree!! So, let's synchronize our watches - destination Benning!! HOOAH!! Tammy, proud mom of very tired but proud Infantryman, PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.20 at 18:28:49 PDT

I guess It's ok to say this now...HAPPY DANCE!!!!!!!! Just got a call. Say's they are real busy getting everything checked in and accounted for. Looking forward to graduation and seeing everyone. Angie...y'all are cheaters lol...be safe on the roads. WhooHoo....5 days and counting. I have so much to do. Lisa, got our box of goodies today. The hats and scarves are totally awesome. You did a great job. Thanks for taking care of us. Susie, proud mom of my soldier Thomas Folmar.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.20 at 17:45:30 PDT

hi just got back on :) ? lisa where are you from?

said torres446 2007.04.20 at 14:32:37 PDT

Yep, can you believe it...this time next week you will have witness your soldier's graduation!!! Yahoo!!!! WOW, Sylvia, you must be so very proud...about to burst from the seams with all the graduations...so wonderful!!!! T-minus 5 days and counting down to hours... I'm so very excited for you all and so VERY PROUD OF YOUR FINE BRAVE SOLDIERS!!!! HOOAH!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.20 at 13:56:49 PDT

hi everyone:) sorry about that I have my dog right by my side and he keeps biting my foot :) OK COUNT DOWN 5 DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ! I WILL START TO PACK TOMORROW :) NEED TO CHECK ON THE WEATHER :0 CAN'T WAIT :) GOT MATTHEW PLANE TICKET ALSO HE WILL BE COMING BACK WITH US :) YES!!!!! WELL EVERYONE HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND :) OH I HAVE SENIOR PROM TOMORROW :) TO MUCH GOING ON :) BUT I AM A VERY VERY VERY VERY PROUD MAMA *****SHARE-TIME**** MY MATTHEW GRADUATING FROM THE ARMY MY JOSHUA GRADUATING FROM COLLEGE RECEIVING HIS ASSOC. DEGREE AND MY TOMAS GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL SO YES I AM STRESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!! PROUD MOM OF ALL THE YOUNG MEN OF C-COMPANY :) SYLVIA

said torres446 2007.04.20 at 13:32:11 PDT

HI EVERYONE :)

said torres446 2007.04.20 at 13:22:37 PDT

HI EVERYONE :)

said torres446 2007.04.20 at 13:22:37 PDT

Hi everyone. Angie and Jim you are right the blitz is on. Have a safe and wonderful journey to see your boy. Give him a big hug and kiss for me as I feel I know him . Hopfully one day I Will be able to meet him. Good luck to all of you on your trips to Fort Benning and on Wed. night have a drink on me I will be thinking of all of you and your joy of seeing your brave MEN. These last pictures of Honor Hill were awesome. I reconized so many of the boys. Josh was in #765. They all looked so tired but didn't it make you feel so PROUD of them knowing what they all went through. Once again safe traveling to one and all. I know those tears wil be flowing Thurs. and Fri. and I will be with you all in my heart. I will be waiting to hear all about it when you get back. VERY VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.20 at 09:19:04 PDT

Good Morning, everyone! The blitz is on! If I can pull it off, we're leaving tomorrow (Sat) by noon, and then after that I'll be corresponding to you on the road!! I can't believe it's here. ***Sylvia, I saw your son, and he has such cute pinch-y cheeks! :-) ***Tinker, that "Ackley" soldier getting his brew has to be your son! I recognized him from the photo of you guys on the ferry on your wedding day. Jamie's cousin, Steven is one of the pictures walking away with his brew..his last name is "Dellinger". I was glad to see that. I couldn't find Jamie in any of those Honor Hill pics. I was printing some of the Field Service pics to mail to Jamie, when I got word that the Honor Hill pics were loaded. So, of course, I printed several of them to capture the essence of the event & got them in the mail to Jamie last night. I know he will be surprised to see them so soon! ***Diane, I tried to look for your son, but I couldn't figure out when you said page #70, picture 124, what that meant. I see the pictures are labeled in the 7xx's or 8xx's (there's 826 pictures loaded). Sorry, I wanted to see him! Ok, well I best be hopping along. It's going to be a busy day today! But I will always take a minute to refresh my laptop to see what you guys are saying every now & then...so carry on family!!! HOOAH!!! Angie-very proud mom of PV2 James McVey.

said mcvey428 2007.04.20 at 05:49:28 PDT

Hello everyone, The bumper sticker ae all finished. We will have them at Uchee. Look for the sign in front of the cabin, it will have a picture of the sticker on it. We will also have them at the turning blue ceremony and the graduation. It will be great to finally see our sons and give them the big hug we have been waiting for. Proud parents of 222 Tyler Jones Butch and Tamie

said jonestb0362 2007.04.19 at 19:09:06 PDT

HEY I JUST SAW A PICTURE OF ERIC HE LOOKS GREAT THAT IS THE BEST THING THAT I HAVE SEEN IN MONTHS. ITS PAGE #70 PICTURE 124 yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

said smithome4392 2007.04.19 at 17:54:32 PDT

HELLO EVERYONE**********COUNT DOWN IS ON 7 MORE DAYS YES I SAID 7 MORE DAYS *********** LISA******PROUDMOM32****T HANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU RECEIVED MY CAP AND SCARF THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL :) WOW EVERYONE NEEDS TO SEE THE VIDEO IT IS GREAT GOT TO SEE MY MATTHEW IN SERVERAL OF THEM :) I JUST COULDN'T STOP CRYING !!!!!!!!!! MY TEARS OF JOY!!! VERY VERY VERY VERY PROUD MOM OF MATTHEW TORRES

said torres446 2007.04.19 at 16:59:09 PDT

Well, we have even more new pictures. Honor Hill this time. How exciting. My husband was one of the guys on the podium. He got to talk to the group about one of the wars,desert storm I believe. His battle buddy was also up there with him. How awesome for the two of them. It's so hard to believe that in 6 days and a wake up, I'll get to see him. Even though he has to go to airborne and then RIP, so I still have a few more months left of this, atleast this phase is over! ~Shira- proud wife of an amazing soldier!

said AProudSoldiersWife 2007.04.19 at 13:25:42 PDT

Good Morning, everyone! WoooHooo! Our soldiers all made it! ***Susie--I was so relieved to see Thomas toughed it out, bless his heart. I got "official" word via Tammy last night that "McVey made it, fractured foot and all". It made me cry! I'm so proud of all our soldiers and the extreme toughness that they exhibited. I did finally look at the new pics and had confirmed sitings of Jamie in 5 pics, and possibly 2 more...I need to get out the magnifying glass for them! Angie, proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--Army Strong/Family Strong--HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.19 at 09:13:36 PDT

YaHOO!!!! Great news Susie...so happy for you and Thomas!!!! ***Happy Belated birthday Chris. *** Your soldiers are now more busier than ever!!! This period is called Recovery...don't let the name fool you. They have to CLEAN and INVENTORY absolutely EVERYTHING, from early morning to very late at night, barely stopping to eat and they get very little sleep during this week. They may become irritable with one another, but they all pull through this tough week with visions of stepping onto Kanell Field looming just ahead of them... If you don't hear from your soldier this week, don't be too surprised and IF you DO get a phone call count yourself lucky... You all are just down to days now, let the countdown begin!!!! HOOAH!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.19 at 08:10:29 PDT

PS, Tinker I just realized that I've never actually seen a picture of Cole, and I just assumed that it was him in the picture(Ackley doesn't seem like such a popular name?) so if it isn't your Cole, I'm sorry! I'm going to feel really horrible for giving you false hopes! So I'm now crossing my fingers that it really is Cole. :)

said grimme87 2007.04.18 at 23:57:18 PDT

Hey all, I loved the new pictures! I found Dan in quite a few of them! :) I don't know if many of you frequent the Soldier's Chapel site (soldierschapel.info), there are pictures of the boys arriving at Honor Hill (I remember seeing a very clear shot of Cole specifically, Tinker) I am just about ready to burst from the anticipation of finally reuniting with Dan again AHHHH! I hope everyone is getting some good rest in before we all start journeying to GA! -Liz- VERY proud gf of PFC Daniel Chabot #211.

said grimme87 2007.04.18 at 23:46:46 PDT

Susie, I'm so glad that Thomas will graduate with Company C. *********Diane, thank you for the good report that they all completed FTX including the one hurt during the 36 hour pass. *********It is way past my bedtime but I had to look at the new pictures. Either I'm so tired that I cannot see Jonathan or he managed to escape the camera again. I'm bringing my camera to Fort Benning!!!!!Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.18 at 21:39:25 PDT

Hi all, well I see my mom told on me. Yes I turned 40 yesterday but most important the guys made it and marched Honor Hill, it is cool that it was on my birthday. Just glad they are ALL nearing the end. Can't wait to meet everyone, I have got so much to do between now and next Wed. See you all there. Chris, proud mom of Pvt Josh Detwiler

said cdetwiler 2007.04.18 at 21:19:43 PDT

Hello everyone...I found 10 pictures of jonathan...I was so happy I hope everyone else got some good pics of their soldier as well. Hope everyone has a great night. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.18 at 21:04:30 PDT

HOOAH,Susie! I'm so glad the Army decision went this way. Looking forward to meeting you Wednesday! WOW, I really get on a plane nest Tues night. I maybe better think about packing 8-) ***PICTURES*** 49 new pics from a field service on May 5th (according to the camera meta data). In the whole of BCT, I've only found 4 pics of Cole, and there were 7 in this batch! That's not counting the 3 where all I could see was his hair and ear. Big happy dance for me! Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, Wolverine.

said TnkerL 2007.04.18 at 19:56:17 PDT

Congratulations, on the 'HONOR HILL' "THEY DID IT"-----LOVE BUMP---~DEBBIE AND ERV PROUD PARENTS OF PVT MATT RITTHALER #440 B-CO.

said dritthaler 2007.04.18 at 19:29:58 PDT

Good evening all. I finally received the answers today that I've been waiting for. We WILL be in Benning one week from today...HOOAH! The decision was made by an executive of something or other...sorry I don't remember what he said. I was so excited to actually speak with a real person with a rank above PVT that actually knew something. This was based on all of Thomas' scores and of course how he has conducted himself since arriving at Benning. Thanks all of you for your support and concern through my roller coaster week...I truly appreciate it and cannot wait to meet you all. I'm going to pop over to the new pictures...I hope I can pick out some familiar faces. HOOAH... "C" company rocks!..Susie, proud mom of Infantry Soldier Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.18 at 19:04:32 PDT

NEW PICTURES. HOOAH!

said TnkerL 2007.04.18 at 18:49:10 PDT

Good evening everyone - Diane, glad everything went well today. John - if you wear a suit, Bob will be MAD!! He goes for comfort always and says you should too, remember, it's not the clothes - it's the man inside them that your son wants. Casi, glad the baby's doing well, just remember everything happens in its own good time, even finding out if you should buy pink or blue. Lisa - our scarves and hats arrived today and they are amazing, thank you so much for all the hard work and continued support. Well, guess I'll sign off for now, hope I didn't miss anyone. Oh, Margot, how is Michael now that he's home? Whew, that was a close one. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig.

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.18 at 16:55:52 PDT

Hello everyone, just got back from the doctor and I still dont know what the sex is...she is making me wait until I get my new doct. in texas to do the ultra-sound...makes me so mad, I think that she just didnt want to deal with it. I got a lot of tests done. The baby is doing great though the heart beat is normal and very strong. Todays measurements put my due date farther than it was...it is now at oct. 1. As long as the baby is fine im fine...just upset that I couldnt find out. Well Im going to go I hope that everyone is doing great. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.18 at 15:47:47 PDT

I got a call from Eric today at work he sounded wonderful, but said he was sick with a cold he said FTX was over and everyone finished even the guy that was hurt during the 36 hr pass he said the guy got out of ICU and then went to FTX can you imagine he said they were servred eggs and steaks the morning of honor hill and now they are cleaning and turning in everything that has been signed out he is so excited he is getting at least 10 days home Yeah!!!!!!!!! He said everyone seemed n good spirits ready to see there families and that they would be practicing for graduation starting next week. John's appointment was okay if his PSA level has gone up anymore then we have to decide on prednisone therapy along with his hormorne therapy and then if that doesn't stop it from going up the he would have to have chemo. When Eric called today he asked me if it would be okay for his Dad to pin his cord on instead of me because he knew that his dad would not be around much longer and that I would have otherr times to do things. I have not told Eric anything about his dad or his test results but John was One happy man he is so excited wanted to know if he should get a new suit a i said no where what you will be comfortable in but look nice. thanks for everyones thoughts and prayers. they mean alot there is never to much prayer Lisa, I got my cap and scarf they are beautiful i will cherish them always. do we know anything about the bumper stickers????? diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.18 at 14:22:08 PDT

Lisa, I was happily surprised to see the mailman coming to my door with a box. I gave him my letter to Jon. The scarf and hats came today! They look great! I bet Michael will be wearing the hat today and to school tomorrow. He is so proud of his brother! *********Casi, we'll be waiting for your report on baby and husband.**********Diane, we'll be waiting for your report on your husband's doctor visit too. ******Susie, we'll be waiting with you for news on Thomas. It is so hard to wait! I'd love to know that Jon completed FTX and whether he was allowed to join the airborne group. I'll hope that no news is good news about FTX and remain flexible concerning the time after graduation. Jon may end up flying home while we are still in Georgia. Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.18 at 13:27:30 PDT

Casi- Your feelings are actually very common in regards to getting tests regarding the baby. As with boot camp and the military...it's one day at a time with pregnancy as well. Heck, by the time everything's all said and done you'll be a very ARMY STRONG wife and mommy!!! What the hay... I have a 50.50 chance... so here's my prediction: You're going to have a girl...who's going to have her 'tough ARMY' daddy wrapped around her little princess finger. :) Good luck and best wishes!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.18 at 11:52:22 PDT

So im just sitting here waiting for my appointment to hurry up and get here..it feels like time is standing still, I am trying not to get my hopes up though because I know that the sex may not be determined today. Is it normal to be terrified of going to the doctor? I am always so afraid that I will get bad news about my baby. I am getting alot of tests done today...well the baby is getting alot of test done today... so I hope all goes well. I hope everyone is having a good day. I know we are all ready to just pack our things and leave right now LOL I cant wait any longer. Proud wife of jonathan p. robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.18 at 11:30:27 PDT

Good Luck Casi!!! *** Want everyone to know your scarves and hats are on their way to you (if you ordered one). You all should receive them no later than Saturday. I sent them all Priority Mail (because of all the nasty weather we've received I didn't want to take any chances). Susie, I have yours boxed and at 'the ready'...keep me posted, or would you rather I just send them? I hope you get answers, I know the waiting and wondering is always the WORST!!! Have you written Cpt. Scwartz? He's always been so helpful and gotten back to me when I've sent him emails... If you need his email address, let me know.**** For those starting their travels early, have a safe and fun-filled trip! I can't wait to hear all about the adventure when you get back!!!! Best wishes... Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.18 at 08:03:07 PDT

Susie-no he didnt mention anything about going to honor hill. I have no idea his searg. is going to let him call again this evening to find out how the doct. appointment went today and what the sex of the baby is if I can find out today. (wish me luck I should be able to) So I will ask him about it more in detail. He seems to think that it isnt going to effect his graduation but that could also just be a hope and he is stating it that way so I dont worry. But I am going back to sleep, hopefully. My back woke me up this morning and it hurts really bad so im going to try and sleep it off. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.18 at 05:09:56 PDT

Good morning all - Susie, bigs hugs to you from here in Michigan. Even though Thomas isn't graduating with his company do you think he'd be able to attend? Maybe not, might be too hard for him. Diane, keep the faith, the report will be good, we'll be thinking of you both today. Well, one week from today, we'll be on the road right now, probably halfway through Ohio (I imagine I'll sleep tight through Ohio and parts of Kentucky). Really feeling the pressure now to get everything together, plus have to get Mom and her caregivers squared-away as well. Better scoot for now, Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.18 at 02:38:04 PDT

Thanks for all of the hugs....much appreciated. Casi, I don't know what they will do. I'm still patiently awaiting some news on what they are going to do with my son. Did Jonathan mention going to Honor Hill and getting his rifles? Susie.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.17 at 17:44:11 PDT

Diane, isn't it fun to get so excited about the road trip, even with all those hours of "windshield time" ahead of us? Rain, schmain, bring it on...that's what we have rain coats & umbrellas for, right? :-) Nothing will dampen our spirits on this occasion (excuse the pun). Be sure to let us know how the doctor's visit goes tomorrow. John will be in my prayers. Oh yes, for those of you who ordered hats & scarves...they look GREAT!!! You should be getting yours soon. Lisa did a fantastic job on them. Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--Army Strong/Family Strong--HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 16:31:01 PDT

Hello everyone.. jonathan just called to see how the app. went however I had to tell him about the cancellation and that I would see the doct. tomorrow. I just pray now that I will be able to find out the sex. He will be calling again tomorrow to find out more. He said that he missed the last two days of FTX because he had a temp. of 103 that they couldnt get to go down, so they sent him to the infermary. I just pray that he doesnt get held back because of two days. What do you guys think? Anyways, 9 days to go and I cant wait for it to get here. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.17 at 16:19:54 PDT

THE COUNT DOWN IS ON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!9 MORE DAYS!!!!!!!!!!! CCOMOM***REMEMBER YOU WILL ALWAYS BE HIS MOTHER NO MATTER WHAT HE SAY OR ANYONE ELSE SAYS :) THAT CAN'T BE TAKEN AWAY:) IT IS GOOD TO HAVE YOU BACK :) DIANE:****NO NO NO NO WE WON'T HAVE BAD WEATHER WE HAVE TO THINK GOOD WEATHER LOL*** SO NOW THIS MEANS I HAVE TO PACK MORE CLOTHES ONE FOR COLD WEATHER ONE FOR HOT WEATHER AND ONE FOR RAINING WEATHER :) I AM ONLY ALLOWED ONE SUITCASE ON THE PLANE ****LOL*** DIANE: YOU AND JOHN WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS :) YOU WILL HAVE A GOOD REPORT :) WE HAVE CLAIMED THIS IN JESUS NAME :) PROUD MOM AND TO EXCITED SYLVIA

said torres446 2007.04.17 at 15:02:21 PDT

Hi everyone, 9DAYS TO GO!!!!HOOAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!! BAD NEWS WEATHER CHANNELS PREDICTS RAIN FOR THURSDAY BUT NOT FRIDAY 60%CHANCE ON THURSDAY. dID jAMIE SAY EVERYONE MADE IT STRESS FRACTURES AN ALL I CAN'T WAIT TO GRAB ERIC AND GIVE HIM THE BIGGEST HUF I HAVE PROABLY EVER GIVEN HIN EXCEPT THE ONE WHEN HE LEFT ONE JUST LIKE THAT. AND YES I THOUGHT I HAD LOST LAST NIGHT WHENI GOT ON AND THESITE WAS UPSIDE DOWN KINDA BIT I LIKE IT KNOW THAT I KNOW I WAS NOT HAVING A SENIOR MOMENT AT 46 I AM STARTING TO PACK yeah!!! jOHN SAYA WHY SO EARLY i SAID BECAUSE I AM READY TO GO I MIGHT DECIDE TO LEAVE EARLY WHO KNOWS. DO YOU THINK WHEN WE GET THERE ON WEDNESDAY WE COULD GO TO THE BASE AND GET OUR CAR REGISTER SO IT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE DONE ON THURASDAY MORNING. ERIC'S GIRLFRIEND SAID HERS FROM THE PASS WAS STILL GOOD UNTIL LIKE JUNE MAYBE OR LATER. DO THINK I JUST A LITTLE HYPED OR WHAT I CAN'T WAIT i AM NOT EVEN DREADING THE NINE HOUR DRIVE WITH jOH IT WILL BE MORE LIKE 11 OR 12 BECAUSE OF BATHROOM BREAKS. BUT THATS OKAY WE ARE LEAVING EARLY TUESDAY MORNING PROABLY BEFORE THE SUN COMES UP. pRAY FOR JOHN TONIGHT WE GO TO THE DOCTOR TOMORROW AND WE ARE PRAYING FOR A GOOD REPORT WE ARE NOT EXPECTING ONE BUT gOD CAN DO THE IMPOSSIBLE. i'LL SHUT UP FOR NOW I KNOW YOU ARE GLAD CAN'T WAIT FOR THE SCARVES AND CAP PROUD MOM OD PV2 JOHN ERIC SMITH ARMY OF ONE. HOOAH!!!!!!!!!! DIANE SMITH

said smithome4392 2007.04.17 at 14:36:15 PDT

Hey everyone, Jim just told me that our hat & scarves were delivered today (Lisa put a rush on ours since we're leaving so soon). Jim said they looked good. I can't wait to get home to see them! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 12:43:45 PDT

Casi--I can look up the 99 Grand Cherokee in my Consumer Reports book, if you'd like. I always like to check out major purchases with them. Also, you should check out Kelly Blue Book (kbb.com) or NADAGuides.com to see if they are asking too much for it. You must be disappointed that you have to wait another day to learn the sex of your baby. And about your kitty, I'll have to email you later about that. You're not making it sound too good. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 12:35:58 PDT

Yeah they told her she can take it for a day and drive it around and take it to any mechanic before she buys it... It only had one owner but it sounds like maybe he traveled or something... Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.17 at 12:29:02 PDT

Make sure you have a mechanic check it out before you do anything especially with that many miles on it....it's called "Buyer Beware"

said CCoMom 2007.04.17 at 12:20:06 PDT

okay great well she said this one has alot of mile 160 thou. Its a 99 and it runs great I test drove it... looks brand new and they are only asking 5000 cause of the miles but other than that there is nothing wrong with it. Proud Wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.17 at 11:59:28 PDT

Casi....we have 2 Jeep Liberty's.....Jeeps are great...but the gas mileage can be tough....but the Grand Cherokee has a V-8 engine.....so it is a great value....especially for kids....Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.17 at 11:55:51 PDT

Also do any of you have any comments on Jeep Grand Cherokee's? My mother in-law knows nothing about them and would like to know info on wether they are good cars or not. Casi

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.17 at 11:51:47 PDT

Hello everyone... I havent been on here for a while I have been kind of down. I didnt find the sex of the baby out today, I will find out tomorrow. My appointment got cancelled when I got there. But everything happens for a reason. Anyways, I found my kitty (not a good thing) if you have questions email me, I dont want jonathan to know until he comes home. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.17 at 11:49:39 PDT

(((((((((((((HUG))))))))) ))))))) for Susie

said CCoMom 2007.04.17 at 11:48:11 PDT

LOL Angie girl...flushed me out.....ho ho ho...I was "Flushed Away" for a while...Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.17 at 11:47:17 PDT

Oh, Susie----here's a great big hug for you!!! (I don't know how to post a hug with symbols, so you just have to take my word for it). Have you heard any more at all about Thomas' pneumonia and what's going on with him? Love to you...Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 11:46:35 PDT

Hey, Lisa! I knew we'd flush you out sooner or later! LOL. Good to see your posts again! WoooHooo! :-) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 11:42:33 PDT

I am very emotional today. I've cried all morning.....I guess I just needed to get it out. I've been thinking about you all and wishing your soldiers a safe...injury free FTX finality. I've been up most of the night (which doesn't help with the emotions) with the wandering mind...thought I would get on-line with you early this morning, but I guess you all were not their either..lol. It's my pitty party day...hopefully it will end today. I hate being this way. Hope all the guys made it safely to Honor Hill. Anyway, just wanted you and everyone else that I was thinking of you and your boys. Susie..Proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115, C Co....all the way.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.17 at 11:32:36 PDT

HI EVERYONE!!!! You all make me laugh so much...LOL. I had to post.....he he he. James b-day in Sunday....at exactly 11:45am on Sunday morning he will be 23. Hard to believe. Just the thought of a young man that I once admired has said "good-bye"....b ut I will be fine. Anyway...they made it to "Honor Hill" and they ARE infantry men. HOAH! Love of Country....to all of you! Lisa, CCoMom...Proud Mom....FOREVER.

said CCoMom 2007.04.17 at 11:22:31 PDT

Shame on you, JoMarie, telling on your baby girl! heeheehee. I can't wait to meet you and Chris tomorrow night. ***Margot, I suspected that the green room indicated that a person was still in the room, when in fact they had actually logged out. I don't think that website/chat room is as efficient as Webshots, so let's keep our fingers crossed that we are able to continue on this site. It's too bad that Webshots doesn't have chat rooms. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 11:21:58 PDT

I had left my "green room" open and put it at the bottom of the screen, then I tried this site and it took awhile. I then put the "green room" back up and your message of "Margot,are you here?" was there. Then I posted a few more messages to you without response and went to bed! So yes, my computer said you were still there. Maybe because I had not closed out? Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.17 at 10:54:48 PDT

Helloe everyone. I made a frantic call to Chris yesterday about the site when I saw the last post to be 2 mos. ago When she told me it go to the top of the page I was so relieved we where still on. Well hope the boys are getting some well deserved sleep after FTX. Thank you TK for letting us know that they are through with that part. Now they have to do their cleaning. Today is Chris's B-Day she will not be to happy with me but Lordy, Lordy look who's F---TY HAHA Love You Chris. For some reason I woke up around 6:00 our time this morning and said a special pray for the boys. Hope you all have a very good day today knowing they are through this last week and you all will soon be on your way to Fort Benning to see your HEROS. VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.17 at 10:47:50 PDT

Hey Margot...when you didn't answer me in the green room after a few minutes, I clicked "exit" and closed my window...but I'm just curious, did it still show me as being in the room? Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 10:14:21 PDT

I too tried many times last night to read this site but only came up with postings from 2 months ago. I now know that I had scrolled too far and it wasn't my computer's fault. I had thought that Honor Hill was last night and wasn't 100% sure and wanted to ask you all about it. Thank you TK for sharing your phone call so that we all can know that the FTX is behind them. The graduation card information was helpful too. I went to the green room and then tried this site, then Angie posted in the green room, then I wrote three or four posts in the green room (talking to myself!), and went to bed before Angie returned to the green room!

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.17 at 10:06:35 PDT

Don't feel bad, Tinker...I also thought it was Wed morning that they completed FTX. The last 2 nights I got into the green room late (10:30pm cdt), and no one was there. So I can say no cheering going on when I was there. Yes, I'm proud of them also...especially after watching that video showing the Honor Hill march & the ceremony afterward. What an accomplishment! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 09:38:12 PDT

TK, Thanks for the website on the school teachers lesson. I copied and emailed to everyone on my list. It really is a great story. God Bless, A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.04.17 at 09:11:18 PDT

Well, if I felt stupid before, now it's exponentially increased 8-{. I counted 7 days (only about 40 times, and that's only this morning) which would bring them in tomorrow morning. I was asleep when they ran the gauntlet. I feel sick. From the lack of postings since last night, I'm not alone. Small consolation. I hope there was a huge cheering crowd in the green room. I was with you in spirit, and I couldn't be prouder of these guys if I'd been awake. I hope they're sleeping now (fat chance). Tinker, proud Mom, cheering with all my heart for the success of all our soldiers.

said TnkerL 2007.04.17 at 08:39:49 PDT

lol angie it definitely was there yesterday , the day before and so on and so forth ... i cant help but laugh its excite induced ADD .... i blame my ADD for a lot ... im definitely famous for the ... what did i come in here for line Jamie cracks up whenever i forget something or am completely oblivious to another lol. im practically doing cartwheels im so excited just a note to anyone who hasnt found any yet they have military grad cards at walmart and target in the regular graduation section (if for some reason you cant find one and would like one let me know and i can pick up a few extras and can give them to you either wednesday night or thursday before turning blue). ok off to the mall have to get Jamie a birthday present! he will be 23 sunday (just a reminder that im older than he is ... lol) take care all. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.17 at 08:20:32 PDT

Oh yeah, just to expound on my mental state with the changing of our website...when I noticed the "comment on this" box at the top this morning, my first reaction was "that wasn't there yesterday!". Now I really don't know if that's true or if it's just another example of me denying that I'm not as sharp as I used to be! LOL. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 07:16:28 PDT

ok now i dont feel so bad about being extremely frustrated with the comments thing i seriously refreshed my computer 3 -4 times before giving up yesterday ... lol. anyway i just got off the phone with Jamie(he only got a call cause he needed an address from me) but anyway I just wanted to let anyone know who was still wondering that they are done with FTX. from what he said i wouldnt expect phone calls ... and he didnt seem too sure of whether or not they were gonna get phone calls this weekend he just said "hopefully" but i just wanted to update you all cause i definitely wasnt expecting FTX to be over until tomorrow. i hope you all have a great day i still have so much to get ready for next week (ahhhh!)i cant believe its finally here. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.17 at 06:46:51 PDT

Good Morning, all! ***Jodi---OMG----I guess I'm a goober right along with Susie. I just now noticed this comment box first thing this morning. Then I read your post. Another big DUUUHHHH! :) Thanks, though, I need help in those short-circuit moments...and I seem to be having more of them as time goes by! ***Tinker, I know what you mean...I was like, "huh? what? wait a minute...what's going on...this darn computer...this blasted website" and the thoughts go on & on...I am finding that change isn't that bad most of the time, sometimes I just need to learn to recognize it! LOL. Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country! HOO-AH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.17 at 06:31:31 PDT

We are so too crazy, Angie! I must have refreshed 3 or 4 times, then logged out and started over before I got it. Then I wasn't sure it was real. What is it about change that we like so much? 8-} Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.16 at 22:40:11 PDT

Angie you can use the "comment on this" box here at the top of the messages, if you like. It is the one I am using now and also tried the oops on. Jodi Proud of my soldiers!!

said TexasMom50 2007.04.16 at 21:35:47 PDT

oops

said TexasMom50 2007.04.16 at 21:32:48 PDT

You guys aren't crazy...I was going through the same thing, wondering why the last post at the bottom was from 2 mos, 19 day ago! I kept trying to refresh, then decided to, DUH...go to the top and there the current posts were. Now they need to move the "leave a comment" to the top. I've always thought the most current posts should've been at the top, but what the heck...we still have to go to the bottom to leave a comment!? What, is it a man coordinating this? LOL. ***Sylvia, it does sound like a Christmas list, doesn't it? It will be like the best gift we all could get...can't wait!!! Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428.

said mcvey428 2007.04.16 at 20:36:53 PDT

I feel like such a goober...I thought something was wrong with my computer and have been shutting down and restarting....lol..Susie Proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.16 at 19:46:07 PDT

It looks that way to me too. Proud Aunt of Pvt. Thomas Folmar #115

said Cissie3 2007.04.16 at 17:59:19 PDT

The website is upside down! I like it, but it was a shock. I thought most of the posts had gone away. I guess I should say that the oldest posts used to be first in the list for me, and now it's the other way around. I don't know if I changed something; I didn't think I had a choice. Did this happen to you all? TK, thanks for the glurge. I LOVE that site. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.16 at 17:50:12 PDT

you all should read this :) http://www.snopes.com/glurge/nodesks.asp -TK

said justTK 2007.04.16 at 15:07:34 PDT

I am getting ready :) only 9 more days :) can't wait to get my scarf and hat i have my list made and checking it twice :) LOL sound like christmas time :) wow :) i am excited I do hope we get good weather :) proud mom of matthew torres

said torres446 2007.04.16 at 13:30:20 PDT

Just wanted to say I got my shirts and hoodie I ordered off of cafepress and they are so cute they do offer 2 day shipping which is what i used cause i didnt want to chance not getting them in time for graduation. anyway i hope everyone is having a great day its really really windy here but its only a week and a half till ill be in georgia (hopefully this time itll be warm) take care all. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.16 at 11:59:03 PDT

***Lisa--I have emailed you my address, so I'm not sure if you'll see this post first or your email, but in any event, you now have it. WOOOHOOO!!! --I can't wait to get them. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.16 at 10:11:29 PDT

****ANGIE, for some reason I left your address on my kitchen table this morning...I remember putting it aside thinking I needed to MAKE SURE to put it on top...go figure...could you please email me your address asap. Send to my work email at lpeterson@columbia.com ...if I don't hear from you I'll have my daughter get it for me when she gets home from school this afternoon. I just wanted to make sure all my bases were covered. :) THANKS!!!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.16 at 09:24:13 PDT

Happy Monday morning to you all!!!! Well this week marks a VERY important week in the lives of your soldiers...how exciting. Their trek through the wilderness evading enemy forces and setting up rescue missions is almost over...Honor Hill awaits your brave, strong men. ****Everyone have their check lists out? Camera (most important), binoculars, umbrella (just in case), plastic, map... I realize I sent out the advice and suggestions a little early, but if you go back to 25 days from now you may want to just revisit some of them. **** Scarves and hats are getting readied for shipment...be on the lookout. Most of them I'll be sending Priority Mail. Angie, you're not forgotten that you need yours early. :) **** HURRAY FOR SOLDIERS FROM CHARLIE COMPANY...You are ALL my heroes!!!! HOOAH! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.16 at 08:33:40 PDT

I just had to take a moment to declare my travel plans...we will start our drive this Sat, Apr 21, so the panic is almost about to set in...maybe by Thurs or Fri I'll start packing! :) I thrive on the adrenaline rush! (at least that's what I tell myself) LOL. We haven't quite decided the route we're going to take, but I'm armed with my AAA travel books, maps & road atlas! I'm the navigator & Jim's the driver..we make a great travel duo. I do know we'll be staying at places that have internet access, so I still plan on getting on this website to share in everyone's excitement as we get closer & closer to our special meeting with our soldiers! I can't wait until we all meet Wed night. I hope we have a great turnout so we can all meet as many of us as possible. It will be fun connecting a physical person to the cyber conversations we've been having! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.16 at 07:52:40 PDT

Good morning, everyone! Yes, Tinker, my head is hanging low, my lower lip is puckered out. But I'll ##### it up and move on! :) I did get the grad pack, and it reads very well. Thanks! I do have a question to put out for ***Kim and/or Lisa***...we will be driving my parents' car, and I know we need to show proof of insurance/registration at check-in. Obviously this will not match our driver's license. Will this be a problem? And if you're not sure, who do you recommend that I call to check this out? ***Tammy, glad I helped start your day out right! lol :) I'll pass on the LJS connection though, but thanks for the attempt to pacify me. :) Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--Army Strong/Family Strong--HOO-AH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.16 at 06:53:49 PDT

Angie - I may have a Long John Silver connection to hook you up! That was just what I needed to start my verrrry early (5am) day, a great big belly laugh. Things are still very quiet here, if you know what I mean. Bob heads to the recruiter today. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.16 at 02:35:54 PDT

Oh, Angie. I was counting on your powers of persuasion about the shrimp, but the last time I looked, it was priced out of my league, so I guess we can't be too hard on Bob :-}. I sent you a copy of the grad pack. I haven't heard (no news is good news) from Bill, so it must be ok to read. I'll be on my way to the airport at this time in 9 days! Holding our guys in a great big cosmic hug, Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.15 at 20:32:00 PDT

Tinker--would you email me a copy of your scanned handywork? Thank you very much! Also, thanks for the heads-up about the soldier's journal. It will be good to read about how they support one another. **Tammy, so if I only need a tsp of shrimp sauce, does that mean I have to be busted down to popcorn shrimp instead of jumbo shrimp? Tell Bob, ok...I guess I'm back to hamburgers & hotdogs! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 16:58:14 PDT

Tinker - You are not hallucinating - main dish and side dish. The airline might go with the fridge idea if you tell them your transporting organs or something 8-). The drummies were delish by the way. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.15 at 16:02:41 PDT

BOB just because I forgot to mention your Mom, does in NO way mean I'm not thinking of her and you. I hope things go well at the doc's. **I wonder if they'll let me take a refrigerator on the plane, lol. Are we supposed to bring our own main dish and a side dish to share, or did I make that up? Confusion reigns! And yes, I will stop somewhere and pick up a bunch of pop/soda/soda pop. I hope y'all aren't counting on my getting name brands! Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.15 at 14:29:31 PDT

Oh yeah, Adam's letter came back "attempted not known". I may have to go postal! Tammy

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.15 at 14:28:03 PDT

Good afternoon - Bob's back from Flint. Apparently Mom hasn't been taking her meds!! She keeps saying she wants to be with Dad, p.s. Dad died three years ago. Yikes! Anyway, hopefully Bob and his brother have straightened her out about that business. I am bringing German Potato Salad as a side, hamburger, hot dogs and buns. I'm also bringing a pack of 300 paper plates and plastic silverware. I need to get ketchup, mustard etc. yet. Angie - Bob says you only need a tsp. of shrimp sauce after he priced jumbo shrimp at the store yesterday, he's fine, it only took a minute of CPR and he was back to normal, or as close as he ever gets to normal. Well, gotta go get my drummies out of the marinade and fire up the oven. Talk to you all later. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig P.S. Thanks Lisa for the pic info

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.15 at 14:24:54 PDT

I finally got my scanner to kind of obey me and got a copy of the papers to Bill (whose son Joel turns out to be another fine Wolverine). If anyone else needs those, I kept a copy in my 'Cole' file. Abby and I leave in 9 days! I found my carry on! WooHoo. List: call AAA for tourist-y info, rent car, make list and check airline regulations about what I can and can't take. All systems GO. I'm getting goosebumpy excited. I'm holding a good thought for all our lame and sick soldiers and of course their families. If you check out the infantry site, there is a 'soldier's journal' and you'll see that they help each other through FTX just like we do. Tinker, proud Wolverine Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101; proud member of the C Co Apr 07 extended family.

said TnkerL 2007.04.15 at 14:21:06 PDT

Tammy!!! Glad to hear from you again. See, the squeaky wheel gets the grease, right? :) I really hope Bob's mom is going to be okay. Yes, it would be freaky going to talk with a lawyer and all that stuff, especially with the health problems going on now. My prayers are with you & Bob, for sure! Maybe you can check the address that she sent to Adam, to help ease her mind. I'm sure that was upsetting to her to see her letters returned. I'm still trying to think of what I'm going to bring to the cookout. Any ideas? It's hard to think of something to travel with(we have a cooler-size refrigerator that we travel with), or just buy something in town. I guess we could just hit a big grocery store's deli section for some side dishes..but I don't know yet! Please remind us of what you're bringing, and what is still needed, i.e. the condiments & shrimp sauce for that jumbo spiced shrimp! ha ha :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 11:55:25 PDT

P.S. Liz---forgot to mention...that was a sweet gesture from Dan. Such a sentimental young man! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 11:28:56 PDT

Thanks, Liz. I'm just not sure what Jamie's financial situation is or how he accesses his money, so just in case he didn't buy any, I would like to have the opportunity to purchase the package myself...of Jamie, the entire C Company, and all the DS's. I so much want to capture the memories of this experience for him, no matter the cost! This is a once in a lifetime experience for him (and us)...Lisa's right...I do plan on bringing the plastic! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 11:23:35 PDT

Angie, I think the boys pay for them when they get them taken. Dan just sent me a wallet sized one as a "gift to hold me over" until graduation. hope this helps- Liz

said grimme87 2007.04.15 at 11:09:51 PDT

Lisa, will we have the option to purchase these ACU pics at the same time we are paying for the Class A pics? Or do the soldiers have to pay for them at the time they are taken. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 10:54:03 PDT

Tammy, the pictures that Adam is talking about is the formal pictures of them in the ACUs...My icon is Brandon's...they have the option to purchase packages of these pictures, there are indivual shots of your soldier, a Company group shot and one of the all the drill sgts. Brandon surprised us by purchasing the whole package and presented it to me right after his graduation. Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.15 at 10:15:04 PDT

Karen so sorry I did not forget Logan. My mind is not fuctioning right with all this cold medicine. I have him on my pray list along with all the boys who are sick or hurt. Lets hope we don't have to add anymore after this week. I'm keeping a possitive mind as my girls would say. Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.15 at 10:00:11 PDT

Karen so sorry I did not forget Logan. My mind is not fuctioning right with all this cold medicine. I have him on my pray list along with all the boys who are sick or hurt. Lets hope we don't have to add anymore after this week. I'm keeping a possitive mind as my girls would say. Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.15 at 09:55:57 PDT

Good morning everyone... Susie so sorry to hear about Thomas hope you hear something soon it's the not knowing that gets you down.I have been praying for the boys all week during their FTX just think two more days and they will be marching Honor Hill it gives me chills. Angie I'm sure if Jamie is there his buddies are helping him in anyway they can to get through it. This weather has had its toll on us Chris came down with a cold Easter sunday and had to go on medicine then my husband came down now its my turn I feel like phoo and I don't mean Winnie. Well I'm going to go lie down and try to get some rest. My rosaries have become apart of me so I will say another one for all of our boys. LOVE, HUGS AND PRAYERS TO EACH OF THEM VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.15 at 09:35:23 PDT

Oh gosh, Susie and Karen, forgot it isn't all about me!! I am continuing to keep Logan and Thomas in my thoughts and prayers and Angie you know I've got Jaimie on my mind as well!! Tammy - sometimes self-involved mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.15 at 09:33:50 PDT

OK, OK, Gee Angie, nag, nag, nag!! HAHAHAHA! Just trying to figure out the meaning of life here if you know what I mean, very quiet lately. Anywho, Bob is back in Flint today, Mom got taken to the ER a 7am. She had diahrea with blood, so I'm just waiting to hear from Bob about her status. We are very concerned, she has not done well since her bypass in November and it seems like everything if falling apart at once for her. She's taken Bob to her lawyer and everything so this is really freaking us out. She's also upset because her letters to Adam came back stamped return to sender, I'm sure she just got something wrong in the address, but come on, they should be able to figure it out, we do at the regular post office. Anyway, that's where we're at. We got a letter from Adam yesterday and he mentioned getting his picture taken (??). Saig he might get re-takes because he didn't like them. I thought they had to wait for Turning Blue? Anyway, here we are, we are getting very excited for our trip, I hate to say it, but it's a little vacation from caregiving for us as well, my Mom is a lot of work, but I am so blessed to have Bob shouldering much of that responsibility. I'm shopping on Tuesday for the extra stuff for the picnic, I may have to do a practice truck packing just to make sure everything fits right!! When I find out something about Bob's mom, I'll let you know. Sorry we've been invisible lately, but I'll try to let you all know what's going on. Thanks for being such a huge part of my family, you guys are awesome. Tammy, proud and anxious Mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.15 at 09:29:38 PDT

Good Morning all...nothing new to report here regarding Thomas' condition. I DO SO APPRECIATE everyones concerns for him. I don't know what I would do without you all. I know this is the first of many hurddles we will encounter on our ride with the "ARMY". We WILL get through it "with some pain" of course. We...both Thomas and I need to roll with the punches...(we both struggle with this and like to be in control)... I'm sure their is a reason and we will figure that out later. Thanks for caring. I will let you all know what's going on as soon as I hear. We have left more msg's with the Captain, just haven't heard back from him. Back to tax's today. Proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115..."GO Wolverines"!

said zuzu1117 2007.04.15 at 08:21:14 PDT

Lisa (CCoMom)---I wish you would start posting again. I miss your upbeat, energetic posts! Even though you won't be attending graduation, you are still a part of this family, and I wish you wouldn't just drop us like a hot potato! So, come on...like I pleaded with Tammy & Bob earlier, let's hear something from you, ok? I think I speak for the rest of the family...we miss you and want to hear from you! Lots of Love & Hugs to you! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 07:37:40 PDT

WOOOHOOO, Lisa! Can't wait to get the hats & scarves. I told Jamie that I ordered them, and even tried my best to draw the artwork for both in a letter to him. It was pretty pitiful! :) He was thankful that I had ordered them. ***Tinker, did you get my email that I forwarded to you from Bill Reese? His son, Joel, has an RN of 141. I gave him info on how to post here, as well as the Ft. Benning website link, and most importantly, the plans of our cookout on Wed night! Let's keep our fingers crossed that he joins us here soon. ***Tammy & Bob, it's time to hear from you again...come on, you can do it, I know you can...just click on the "leave a comment" button, type something, and voila, you've done it! Just thought I'd refresh your memory, since we haven't heard from you in quite a while! lol :). Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 07:13:20 PDT

Good morning, all! ***Karen, thanks so much for the update on Logan. It is good to hear what the protocol is in these situations. Both Susie and I are on pins & needles about the status of our sons. For me, I can only assume that Jamie is proceeding through FTX, since his bone scan isn't until April 18. But I don't know that for sure. He is in a LOT of pain with the stress fracture in his foot, so I don't know if he has been pulled out of training or not. There is a lot of running in full rucks during FTX adding about 50-60 pounds of weight on that foot. He is bummed about the possibility of missing the run to Honor Hill. But as you have said, and Tinker reinforced, it's all happening for a reason, it's out of our control, and there's nothing to do except sit back and wait for that much anticipated phone call. Thanks for all the prayers and well-wishes for Jamie. I will be thinking of you, Karen, & Logan tomorrow. Please keep us informed when you find something out. ***Susie, I'm counting on you to keep us informed on Thomas! God bless all our soldiers and their leaders. Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--Army Strong/Family Strong--HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.15 at 06:59:45 PDT

Hi Everyone!!! ***Just to answer a question posed by Diane...your soldiers are out in the elements the WHOLE time when doing FTX, which means that you will NOT hear from them. You'll more than likely get a call afterward, but for the most part they will be EXTREMELY BUSY from here on out till graduation. **** SCARVES AND HATS are done...WOW they turned out great...the slogan looks AWESOME!!! I'll start sending them out on Monday...YaHoo!!***Karen, good to hear from you! Susie, please keep us posted with anything you find out about Thomas. **** Everyone have a great weekend. Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.14 at 21:25:35 PDT

Karen (gizmo) thanks so much for the update. It doesn't seem possible it's been 30 days, but it probably seems like 30 weeks to you and especially Logan. It sounds like you have a great perspective about it being something you can't do anything about, so you trust it's for a good reason. I try to use that idea throughout my life, but sometimes it's a struggle. I hope that's a skill Logan has learned from you. I'll be thinking of the two of you on Monday, hoping for the best. Hugs to you, Tinker, proud Wolverine mom.

said TnkerL 2007.04.14 at 20:58:33 PDT

Hi Everyone: Just a quick note to give you an update for anyone who was wondering. Logan has been at MCU now for 30 days and on Monday he will find out if he gets an RTD(return to duty) or if he will be put into PTRP(Physical Training Rehab Program) They really have taken the stress fracture in his leg seriously and there is no bending the rules on letting those injuries heal. He knows the guys are in FTX now, and is so frustrated that he can't be there too. If they put him in PTRP, he will most likely not be graduating until June. This challenge has been given to him for a reason i believe, and he will be stronger for it. Susie: Hang in there, i know what you are going through! Not knowing is the hardest thing...To everyone: God bless your soldiers and i will be thinking of you all as you go through the cerimonies...My honor will just come later than we planned. Take care and have a great time meeting each other! Hooah C.Co. Go Wolverines! Very Proud mom of PV2 Logan M Meyer

said gizmo688 2007.04.14 at 19:45:31 PDT

diane:like you said we are family here :) and i like it here also :) and I would be Honor to get to meet Eric :) It would be like meeting one of my other sons :) we only have 11 days until we can give them all a big hug :) :) :) :) leaving for awhile going out to eat!!!! proud mom of torres :)

said torres446 2007.04.14 at 15:31:53 PDT

Susie on the first letter we got saying that eric was there there is a number to commander and most of the time you get the drill sgts. i know must of them are ou in the field with FTX but there should be some way to find out excatly what is going on with your son. I would call the commander. It has been very slow on here aguess everyone has jumped ship to the the new site but i like it right here you are my family.Has anyone heard from there son sicne FTX started. Just wondering. We are on the short rows now I am actually starting to get things together to pack. i can;t wait to put my arms around Eric. I hope no one has heard anything negative about him becasue he is a good kid and i hope all you get to meet him. talk later diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.14 at 14:56:25 PDT

Susie on the first letter we got saying that eric was there there is a number to commander and most of the time you get the drill sgts. i know must of them are ou in the field with FTX but there should be some way to find out excatly what is going on with your son. I would call the commander. It has been very slow on here aguess everyone has jumped ship to the the new site but i like it right here you are my family.Has anyone heard from there son sicne FTX started. Just wondering. We are on the short rows now I am actually starting to get things together to pack. i can;t wait to put my arms around Eric. I hope no one has heard anything negative about him becasue he is a good kid and i hope all you get to meet him. talk later diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.14 at 14:56:25 PDT

hello everyone? where did everyone go?? what has happen to :soldiermom353, eruiz46, armyofone78, zuzu1117, painpak, gizmo688, proudmom32,pvclw, tinkerl, jddocbear, arymomma13 and i can keep naming them i look back and no one is on anymore !!! Is the picnic still on??? Is wednesday night still on???? sorry :( just wanted to know so i know what to do!!!! and to make plans on being with the group or just make my own plans!!! time is getting close just need to know!!!! sylvia proud mom of matthew torres

said torres446 2007.04.14 at 14:50:18 PDT

SUSIE, glad you got a reply. Is there a way you can acyually speak to the man, so as he says things that bring up more questions, you can ask right then? Did his response invite a call or even give a number? More hugs, Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.14 at 12:27:07 PDT

good afternoon everybody...hope you all are having a great weekend...I am feeling much better today after almost 12 hours of sleep... Wow we are almost in the single digits... cant wait... Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.14 at 09:16:08 PDT

Good morning! Wake up sleepy heads! Looks like it was quiet last night here on our website. Where's the rest of our family? Hope all is well, especially our soldiers' efforts to complete FTX. What is it, 11 more wake-ups until we all meet on Wed night? We're almost into single digit numbers on our countdown! WoooHooo! Angie--proud mom of PV2 Jamie McVey #428--Love of Country--Army Strong/Family Strong--HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.14 at 06:20:24 PDT

Well I am back that was a short weekind...lol it didnt go very well because I was hanging out with everybody and there boyfriends and then they all started talking about jonathan and I broke out in tears and had to come home...I hope you all are having a better night. Hugs and kisses, Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.13 at 20:10:33 PDT

Update....We heard from the Captain. Not really a lot of news. He didn't really have a lot of answers for us, it all really depends on when he gets back to his unit. He said it's a grey area. Worst case he graduates 2 wks later w/ another unit. That is not going to settle well w/ Thomas. So, that's what I know for now. I am assuming they did not sent him back to FTX. We have more questions going out tonigh. Again...Thanks for the HUGS...I felt them. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.13 at 18:14:22 PDT

why is no one in the green room?

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 18:03:29 PDT

I feel the luv!!! Whew, we just dodged a bullet or I should say Tornado. Our weather here is terrible tonight. The warning sirens have gone off 2-3 times meaning take cover. We had hail and high winds. A Tornado touched down not far from us, no news just yet regarding damage. More storms coming. My Fri. 13th is just getting better and better. Plus I can't get into the green room b/c Casi is gone and I didn't give her my ID 8-[

said zuzu1117 2007.04.13 at 17:54:07 PDT

Margot--great news on seeing Michael on home soil again! Casi--I'm kidding about the green...you know I was feeling yucky last night, and the green sorta of emphasized it! :) Any color will do, and the font is also fine. I like what Tinker said...the "green room" is where celebrities wait until their on-stage performance...and we're all celebrities waiting for our moment at graduation! Susie--thanks for the update on Thomas, and here's hoping that you get in touch with the Captain for an update! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.13 at 17:23:42 PDT

I will pray for all of our soldiers especailly the ones who are in need... Also if I can get there names and conditions I will put in a prayer request at my church on sunday... But for now I must go I am going out with a friend this weekend to hopefully pass time a little faster. Hope you all have a great night I will be back on here tomorrow. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.13 at 16:50:25 PDT

Thanks Susie, I'm sending a Washington size (just as big as Texas in this instance) hug! You too, Cissie. I'm also keeping my fingers crossed. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 16:35:13 PDT

I have a little bit of info. on Thomas. He was released this afternoon, but I have no idea where they are sending him. He has not improved much, I'm really surprised they let him go. He was fever free, but was not able to breathe as normal either. We sent an email to the Captain last night... no response so far. This is the pitts not knowing what the hell is going on. I'm getting ready to call him now. I appreciate all of your prayers, thoughts & concerns. It's so nice to have a support group that you can lean on and bend a few ears. Grateful mom of Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.13 at 16:23:21 PDT

I don't care about the color. I just want someone there!

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 16:15:08 PDT

You must be excited to see him, Margot. I hope he didn't have any more health issues while he was away. SUSIE or CISSIE - how is Thomas? Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 16:13:31 PDT

Hello again if anybody would like a diff color for the "green room" let me know...maybe we can vote on a color or agree on one and I can change it... I can also change the font and color of print as well...let me know if you have any ideas. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.13 at 16:06:48 PDT

I've tried to set up an account and have emailed Casi. I too am waiting for an update on Thomas. I'll try the stay here, green room, and email up at the same time. Of course I have to have my Army file open with its spreadsheet and other documents to paste all the helpful information into. Whenever I think I can remember somthing posted, I end up going back throught the posts to try to find something so I am really trying to copy and paste information. The sun is shining and it is up to 50 degrees. Michael comes home tomorrow from his trip to Romania! Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.13 at 15:17:13 PDT

Well, this is so fun I can hardly stand it! I'm off to the PO so Cole will have a letter when he gets back. I didn't want to keep writing as usual, so he wouldn't have to do extra push-ups. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 14:11:23 PDT

Well, this is so fun I can hardly stand it! I'm off to the PO so Cole will have a letter when he gets back. I didn't want to keep writing as usual, so he wouldn't have to do extra push-ups. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 14:11:21 PDT

Hey, the green room is where celebrities hang out while they wait to go on the air, right? So we must be cool or something! Or did I make it up?

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 13:32:22 PDT

Ok---that makes 3 of us---I will also stay right here, & in the "pukey" green room & on my email. I keep 3 different browser windows up, & just keep bouncing around refreshing! lol. As soon as anyone hears something on Thomas, please let us know. Angie--very proud mom of James McVey #428--Love of Country--Family Strong/Army Strong! HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.13 at 13:13:03 PDT

I'm with you Casi! I'll have webshots, the green room and my inbox all up at the same time, and I just cruise between them. I'm really hovering over my inbox today for word on THOMAS. Tinker, proud Mom of Wolverine PV2 Cole Ackley #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.13 at 10:44:47 PDT

Hello and goodafternoon, I ended up sleeping alot longer than I had planned to, but the sleep is good for me right now. I will always be on this site as well as the other site. I cant choose between the two of them just like I wouldnt be able to choose between any of you. We are all family now and this was our original site, therefor I will always be here.. I hope you all are having a great day so far and I hope it continues to get better throughout the day. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.13 at 08:57:13 PDT

Good Morning, everyone! Snow is moving into KC for Sat! I still can't believe this weather across the country. Hope everyone has a great day! Angie--very proud mom of PV2 Jamie McVey #428...Love of Country...HOOAH!

said mcvey428 2007.04.13 at 06:31:47 PDT

Margot, email Casi and she will get you set up. If you go and create an account (free like this one), all she needs is your account login name and you're good to go. It's kind of weird with everyone talking at once, and several conversation threads going on, but it's OK. We say more here because we take the time to put more thought into a post. I don't think I'm saying it well, but, like everything else, it has it's pros and cons. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.12 at 20:54:36 PDT

Susie, those kind of phone calls are so hard. You want to be with them and we start to think of the future and all the issues that go with it. I will pray for your Thomas and you. *****I'm not sure I can figure out a chat room but I may try. I hope some will still be here too.Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.12 at 20:18:02 PDT

Wow, now the green room works better than the foxtrot room for me! **SUSIE** my thought s are with you and your family. I hope Kevin knows I was kidding about the slap! Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.12 at 20:07:17 PDT

Hello family.... I am going to bed for tonight. I hope you all have a good night sleep and some good dreams... Talk to you in the morning when I get back on.. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Roeby #437 God bless america. Goodnight.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 19:51:39 PDT

you must create an account and tell me your account login name so I can add you.. proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 19:30:24 PDT

okay update on the new chatroom... before you go to the site I gave on here earlier you will have to make an account and then send me your account login name so I can add you on the chat room...after I add you, you will be able to get on whenever. My email is Casi1988@aol.com if you would like to join us... Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 19:28:08 PDT

i'm back now. i cannot get into the new chat room w/ the green screen.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.12 at 19:26:42 PDT

tinker--i think casi fixed it for now. if you're still around, give it a try. angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.12 at 19:22:29 PDT

I left even though it wouldn't let me log out. Are you there Susie?

said TnkerL 2007.04.12 at 19:06:03 PDT

yeah that is what tinker said...I have no idea why its doing that ill look at it and see... tinker and I are in the other chat right now though...there are less people.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 18:46:45 PDT

maybe it's a permissions issue?

said mcvey428 2007.04.12 at 18:30:23 PDT

casi--i get to the login screen, but it won't let me enter the room or something. angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.12 at 18:29:30 PDT

hello C. Company...just wanted to inform everybody that I created my own chat room on that new site just for us. It is called C. Company Family. Just go to http://www.network54.com/chat/127705 and itll take you right to the page. You can either create your own account or sign in as a guest but it is our chat room now so our family can talk to eachother whenever... hope to hear from some of you soon. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 18:25:51 PDT

I had three calls from Kevin this past weekend. He said nine of the soldiers stayed at the Hilton. They ate at various restauants and walked around the mall. They were part of the group that saw 300 at the movies on Sunday. He was excited about the FTX and a 5 mile run beforehand. I spoke to his battle buddy's mom here in Colorado and will hopefully meet her at graduation. Looking forward to seeing some of you also. Proud mom of PV2 Kevin Kay.

said kkmom224 2007.04.12 at 18:17:34 PDT

hello there... I am also not sure now about this new site... it is very confusing and too much chatter at once... Hope every one is having a great night. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 18:05:25 PDT

Susie--from what i've heard from jamie & another guy from the AirForce basic training...if they're held back, they have to wait until the next class' FTX, since that's where Thomas & Jamie have left off. Then they would graduate with a new class. But from what I've been told, the soldiers usually do everything they can to graduate with their class. Let's hope that the medical military folks have treated Thomas (and Jamie) enough to get them through a few more days. I will definitely keep Thomas in my thoughts & prayers. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.12 at 17:43:52 PDT

susie--I'm with you. I'm not sure I like the new site. I did post on our C-Co thread. I'm not sure I have the words to comfort you, except that I understand your worry & concern about Thomas' health, let alone being able to finish FTX.

said mcvey428 2007.04.12 at 17:38:44 PDT

oh wow susie im not sure what to say other than try and keep your head up... im going to see if i can get some information for you as i have to make some phone calls regarding other things but i will definitely be praying that things will be ok and hopefully he will still be able to finish as he was supposed to ... ((hugs)). -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.12 at 16:59:13 PDT

I tried posting on the other site, and don't like it so far.I received a call today about 3:30. Thomas was taken to the emergency room last night complaint not able to breathe. So far they are saying he has pneumonia. They did several x-rays and got a 2nd opinion. He did finish the 10 mile run....I am so upset right now. We are almost finished. I just don't know what this will do. Will he be sent to another platoon?? If they don't finish FTX, what happens. We tried calling the Captain, but I guess he is not in. We are going to send an email tonight. Susie, very distraught but proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.12 at 16:36:52 PDT

To everyone who emailed me: i got the message and just got off the phone with lisa. just figured id let you know. -TK

said justTK 2007.04.12 at 15:27:29 PDT

Why does everyone keep saying I sound so sweet and cute? I dont understand? Anyways, I will pray for all of our soldiers, after all which is better heard, I group or a single voice? 5 days until I find out the sex of the baby 14 days until I get to see my hero. Proud Wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 14:42:19 PDT

Hi Everyone, It's been awhile a few days since posting. Please pray for eric during FTX. he said his foot was hurt but he was going to continue. i can't wait for the 26th and 27th. John and I are actually leaving Monday I have a work conference in Norcross Ga. on Tuesday and Wed. and then we will drive to Uchee on Wed. afternoon hopefully we will be there for drinks. I hope he survived his Beret incident.Casi you do sound as cute as a button. I can't wait to see everyone and meet you I not sure if anyone sons or husband knows JOHn as they call him but he is adorable and i have know doubt there will be tears and hugs at Turning Blue. Everyone remember to keep our guys in prayer during FTX. And I think red is a get idea for graduation friday. That is what I am trying to find to wear for Fri and Blue for Thur John my husband says maybe i should just buy some flage and wear them since I an tring to be so patriotic, I love POmp and circunstance things I don't guess any of you think I am excited do you. 14 DAYS TO GO. HOOAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!! DIANE SMITH

said smithome4392 2007.04.12 at 14:30:25 PDT

hello everyone... Please do check your inboxes for the new site information...it is confusing at first but we can all sit down and chat at the same time... I love it..its like a messenger only you can have everyone at the same time on there... Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 14:06:21 PDT

***********TK********* PLEASE CONTACT LISA (ccmom) ASAP!!!

said proudmom32 2007.04.12 at 12:59:55 PDT

CHECK YOUR INBOXES, PEOPLE WHO ARE ON THE SPREADSHEET. Tinker, proud Mom of Wolverine PV2 Cole Ackley #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.12 at 11:57:33 PDT

Hello everyone, I'm sorry I haven't posted in so long! I was broadsided by the flu last week still fighting it. Ugh. A huge family crisis just arose- my grandfather, who hasn't been doing too well in the past couple of years, was sent to the ER a couple days ago. the muscles in his brain are spasming. we don't know if he's going to make it or not, and i'm praying that he makes it through and that I end up in GA at Dan's grad rather than at a funeral. My mother is NOT taking it well at all. Stress. Anyways I'll stop placing all of my stress on everyone else. I just want to see my Dan! AHH. Question time now, though. Back in January they offered Danny a position in the Old Guard at Ft. Myer, Arlington, VA. If he gets it, it would be perfect, b/c I would be able to live with him and transfer to George Washington University in D.C. which is such a better school for me then Colorado. (I have a double major in International Affairs and Italian, with a minor in French- D.C. is the best place to go for translation/politics). He would be totally happy, b/c all he wants is for me to go live with him. And it would keep him out of Iraq/middle east for that much longer. *crosses fingers- PLEASE!* ANYWHO I've digressed, are any of the other boys considering Ft. Myer as well? 2nd question: why hasn't anyone invented a time machine yet? I am way too impatient of a person to wait another 2 weeks! ah. Ok i'm succumbing to the drowsy effects of tylenol cold & flu. Maybe that's why this post sounds like I'm drugged, I am! I hope everyone is receiving letters to hold them over while our boys are out in the field for so long! Hugs! Very proud gf of PFC Daniel Chabot #211.

said grimme87 2007.04.12 at 10:35:37 PDT

I'm going to cheat...I've jumped over to Company F's site and have cut and pasted what their commander wrote the family to give you some insight on what your soldiers are encountering as I write this and of their march to Honor Hill...it'll give you a good idea when they'll get there.**** The first 4 days of their final FTX (field training exercise) was extremely cold -- temps in the low 20s at night as they slept underneath the stars. Today began the final phase of their training -- it's called the crucible. The weather warmed up some but it rained most of the day, but that did not dampen the spirits of these warriors. It is amazing to watch them transform from the men they were when they arrived here last fall to what they were today -- wet, muddy, cold, but fighting on to complete the mission, motivated the whole way. Incredible efforts by all. These men conducted raids, ambushes, reacted to enemy contact, fought through an urban area, and encountered different scenarios at every turn -- tonight, they will establish patrol bases and ambushes while the opfor (opposing force or bad guys) will comb the woods looking for them. They'll depart at dawn, move cross-country, and conduct a series of missions again -- all with little sleep and carrying all of their food, ammunition and water on their backs. Tomorrow night at 8:00 pm, we will have what's called the Honor Hill ceremony where the soldiers will march back onto Sand Hill through a gauntlet of 900 soldiers that are cheering them on (and excited that they too will walk the gauntlet one day soon). Under the glint of bon fires, the soldiers will recite the soldiers' creed, pay respects to the men before us that have given us our freedom, and receive their coveted cross rifles in a short ceremony. Then, like all good soldiers, they will return to the barracks, tell wild tales of their exploits in the field as they shower and clean up, then sleep as deeply as they ever have and dream of their loved ones.**** Hope this helps. Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.12 at 10:29:24 PDT

Hello family, How are you this morning? I am doing okay, praying that the day will fly by, which is funny because when the 26th gets here i'll being praying for time to stop. But im sure you all can agree. I cant believe we only have 2 weeks left. Isnt it amazing. Really this time is going by pretty fast its just the day that seems to go slow until it is over with. I dont have any plans for today. Never really do actually. Iv'e been spending alot of my time lately writing. Writing about the pregnancya nd jonathan. Anyway, I hope you are all having a great day. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.12 at 09:32:22 PDT

Hey guys sorry I haven't been on lately just staying busy. But, I have to let you know, YOU ABSOLUTELY GET TO HUG KISS AND HOLD YOUR SOLDIER, when you go to attach their blue cord. There isn't anything on this great earth that could stop you anyway, I'm sure!.....Lisa Ccomom, I hope all is well. Please if you need to talk email me, I know we all feel the same. We are one big Army Strong family and are here for each other as much as we can be. So if there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to ask. Just know you are in our Prayers. God Bless, A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.04.12 at 08:52:55 PDT

Good Morning Family! - Casi, you sound just as cute as you can be. The cookout is pretty laid back, just burgers, dogs, etc. and everyone will bring a dish to pass. For instance, I'm bringing my world famous (?) German Potato Salad. I have a very big Nesco roaster. I did this one other time for a wedding for a favorite nephew and it was quite a hit. I am trying to figure out though how to transport the sauce, I really don't relish (pardon the pun) the idea of the car stinking of vinegar! I think if I double tupperware the sauce separate from the taters that might do the trick, any thoughts out there? Just two weeks from today guys, can you believe it? I have to keep reminding myself it's not Christmas with all the stinking snow on the ground. Geez Louise, my flowers have surrendered. Poor Bob, he planted over 300 bulbs in November and was really looking forward to the display. He's taking it like a man though, I've only heard him whimper once or twice. Okay moms, get your crying towels out. Adam bought me a t-shirt and it says the following - Dear Mom, Before I became a soldier: when I cried-you wiped my tears, when I laughed-you laughed with me, when I was cold-you put your loving arm around me, when I was hungry-you fed me before yourself, when I smiled-you smiled back, when I asked who would always be there for me-you said "me." I'll always love you. What can you do with a son like that. My boys birlfriends tell me that they are both mama's boys, I hope they both get mama's boys just like these two. Well, best get ready for work, I'm on late shift today as my co-workers father-in-law passed away. Angie and Tink, you're both crackin my up seriously! Tammy, proud and weepy mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.12 at 04:32:59 PDT

it's supposed to be a 12 mile march... I agree I will probably not sleep any the night before... being pregnant and all I might as well save my sleep for the car ride...plus itll make the ride go by faster... we will all be waiting for an amazing event so I imagine the ride there will be horribly long... Goodnight to all and sweets dreams.. proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.11 at 21:43:21 PDT

Does anyone remember or know how many hours the march to Honor Hill is? Wasn't the march 12 or 13 miles long? So we have it worked out that they arrive at the Honor Hill on Tues at 5:30 am. I'm just trying to figure out when they started but I know they will have been working hard with little sleep before this march. I'm going to bed and will look for an answer tomorrow!Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.11 at 20:44:39 PDT

I already did the important part: I bought a BUNCH of half priced Easter candy. It was a boss who used to say the bit about working well under pressure, and he took us all with him! He did the preliminary stuff, then handed it to me with 35% of the work done and 10% of the deadline left. I'm feeling smug, SUSIE, I did my taxes in an hour and a half and e-filed them. Have I mentioned that I love computers. I keep all my information through the year on, you guessed it, a spreadsheet. I'll be up with you at Honor Hill, Susie, although it won't be quite the middle of the night for me. HOOAH.. Wolverines DO rock! Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.11 at 20:18:41 PDT

What....I'm still here. We worked on our taxes tonight too...ugh! We are last minute filers. So, I'll be up Tues early cheering our boys to Honor Hill via cyber vibes!! HOOAH...Wolverines ROCK!

said zuzu1117 2007.04.11 at 19:58:41 PDT

That's funny Tinker...I do work better under pressure...just stay out of my way, so I can self-destruct without taking anyone else with me! LOL. I do have a scrawny list started...but I know that's typical for me. :) OK...going to bed for sure now. I'll catch up on all the late-night west-coast chatter tomorrow morning. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 19:57:18 PDT

Good night, all! I have a very early morning at work tomorrow. Sweet dreams, another day closer! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 19:52:05 PDT

Everyone I've ever heard (before now) say that they work better under pressure was lying! I am moving in the right direction, though. I found my suitcase! Tuesday morning at about 5:30, right? I feel so much smarter now that I know the day :-}. Thank you Chris. **CASI** you emailed about cookout details. I think it's pretty laid back. Starts at 4, bring your main course, something to share and utensils. Did I get that right? I suppose now that I have my taxes done and filed, you're all going to bed? Tinker, proud Mom of Wolverine PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.11 at 19:50:47 PDT

Awwww....what a special day for you. Happy early b-day. Thanks for the response to my question. Have a good one. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.11 at 19:41:00 PDT

Susie, not sure when FTX is over. All I know is that the FTX "prep" started Mon for a "few" days. So, maybe the actual FTX started today, and runs for 7 days...so I think that would make it over Tues or very early Wed a.m. Sounds like Chris knows more definitively that it's over on Tues. That would make sense, since Jamie's bone scan on his foot is scheduled for 4-18 (wed). I sure hope he does ok...he really wanted to make that run to Honor Hill. Hopefully his platoon buddies will help him out. I know it is going to be painful for him being fully suited out in their "rucks". I'm worried about him. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 19:40:31 PDT

Hi, me again got out for a few minutes between loads of laundry (fun), went on the weather channels website, looks like the boys got rained on today and the rest of the time the weather is up and down for them with more rain on saturday, highs in the 70's & 80's except for sunday 60's lows in the 40's at night. Also they march Honor Hill tuesday morning which happens to be my birthday, no I am not telling which one. Good night all. Chris

said cdetwiler 2007.04.11 at 19:27:47 PDT

Me too. I probably won't be able to sleep the night before...I know I won't, we are planning on leaving around 3-4 am. so why bother. I can't wait. I wonder how the 1st day of FTX went? Hey Angie, do you know if FTX is over Tues? Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.11 at 19:26:27 PDT

Susie--yes, the countdown is on. Now I need to get more serious about making that list out. But I reserve the actual packing until a couple days before...I work better under pressure! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 19:20:57 PDT

Whoo Hooo....two weeks from today and we wil be making our way to GA. to see our guys!!! The countdown is on. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.11 at 19:16:53 PDT

Chris--you just let me know when you want to meet. Tell your mom to bring Michael along if she's up to it. It would be great to see the little guy as well! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 19:12:50 PDT

Margot--you're right...what a day! I'm beginning to think that capris might be wrong for Turning Blue/Graduation! I might be back to sweatshirts & jeans! Unbelievable. Well, it really won't matter, will it? We'll all be excited trying to pick our soldiers out of the crowd. HOOAH!! Just imagine it! Angie--Love of Country!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 19:10:14 PDT

it has been raining here all day long...im so tired of this weather... Hopefully it gets better soon...though many of us wont be where we are here soon anyhow. I hope everyone is doing great talk to you all soon...proud wife of jonathan p. robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.11 at 18:50:06 PDT

We traveled in a snow storm to Starla's(Jonathan's sister) appointment to have two wisdom teeth taken out. This is her spring break! When we finally arrived the electricity went out. The doctor moved his staff to his other office 20 minutes away and oral surgery was completed for Starla. We left home at 7:20am and arrived home at 1pm. What a day! Our deck is covered with a couple inches of snow!Starla seems to be doing fine. I hope the weather is better for our soldiers out in the field.Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall #354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.11 at 18:31:54 PDT

Hi all, haven't posted in a while. TK, I think red is a great idea for Friday. I am glad Jamie had nice things to say about Josh, when I asked Josh if he knew Jamie he had nothing but nice things to say about him too. Angie I will email you with a date for next week even if it is just me and you but I want to talk to my mom and see if Terri is going to have to go to Springfield for sure. Sorry but just got home from work about 30 minutes ago and my SONS dog made a mess down stairs, so it is just one more thing for me to do tonight. I love him anyway. Everyone have a good evening and rest of the week. Should be able to get on this weekend since the weather stinks and won't be able to finish the retaining wall this weekend. Now they are saying we could get snow. Proud mom of Pvt Josh Detwiler. Love of Country, Guardians of Freedom. Chris

said cdetwiler 2007.04.11 at 17:59:31 PDT

hello everyone :) well i hope we can hug cause i have a big big hug for matthew and i am ready to hug hug hug and give him a big wet kiss on his "cute" cheeks :) it will be hard to hold back us "MOTHERS" LOL later :) getting ready to church tomorrow everyone :) proud mom of matthew torres

said torres446 2007.04.11 at 16:16:11 PDT

Hey Tammy--was wondering where you & Bob have been! This is just my 2-cents, but I would venture to say that a parent-son hug is not considered a "public display of affection". I have known that term to be used with couples holding hands, kissing, and just short of "making out". But I'm like you--let's see what our resident expert, Lisa, has to say! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.11 at 16:07:53 PDT

Lisa - Can you comment again on hugging our soldiers when we go up to them at Turning Blue. Ally has said that they are not allowed to have public displays of affection while in uniform. I'm somewhat confused, because you said it's allowed and I'm thinking maybe it way just an issue on the 36 hour pass. Tammy

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.11 at 15:47:43 PDT

Good afternoon everyone, I am so glad that I have joined you all. I have met some wonderful people on here. If anyone ever wants to talk my email is Casi1988@aol.com and you can also add me to your messenger if you'd like, I also have a yahoo messesnger, baby_hoover2002@yahoo.com but please send me no emails at my yahoo because I do not check them. I hope you are all having a great day. Love proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.11 at 11:34:38 PDT

just a quick note: i got a 3 min phone call yesterday i guess some of them got their official orders Jamie's are as they have been on his AKO account which or course hes extremely happy about (tropic lightning!). also they mailed out their pictures so we should have those soon(i cant wait!). ok so i thought of something cute and i was curious what some of you thought ... i was trying to think of what me and the girls should wear for graduation ... and i realized graduation is on a friday ... well their easter dresses are red with white polka dots so i was thinking it might be cute to go with the whole red friday thing? ya think?? lol.

said justTK 2007.04.11 at 08:30:01 PDT

jomommer: maybe i will finally get to meet him at graduation ... itll be nice to put a face with a name especially since jamie talks about him all the time ... lol. and id love to think that its a friendship they will keep after basic. i know jamie and i realized a lot about friendship since hes been gone and i know we wont be associating with a lot of our old friends as we are focused on our family and our future instead of drinking and parties. but its nice to hear that josh had nice things to say about jamie as well. im still feeling a little under the weather but i sort of expected that my body wasnt completely up to par before i left but knowing how much jamie appreciated me being there makes it all worth it now ive got two weeks to rest up before i do it all over again. i got a confimation email from his dad about the hotel we are staying at so thats settled its finally "here" its been a long road and its only made "us" stronger. he told me sat. night that i was his strength and that he couldnt do this without me i simply answered i couldnt do this with anyone else. but here i go getting all sentimental i guess i even made his dad tear up a little today when i was telling him how proud i was of jamie anyway i think im gonna get some much needed sleep goodnight all. hugs to anyone that needs them. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.10 at 19:59:45 PDT

Hello to everyone. To mull's and torres's mother: I met both of your sons and they are both perfect gentlemen and very nice. I also got the pleasure of meeting one of their drill sergenants i think davis. He was scary but he was smiling lol. Casi i heard adam and jamie both talk about your husband. Adam is also going to ft. hood and he also said to me that they need to be there may 9th. We have made plans accordingly. You two are already married so it may be different but adam cannot go to the office of whatever it is because we are not getting married until he gets done at ft. benning. But he told me that the latest i will be able to go with him would be The middle june so... The weekend was absolutely amazing and georiga and the rest of the south is amazing. Sweet Tea is the best thing ever made EVER!! Now i will be working 11 hour days until graduation. Adam got me lots of presents and sent me home with some for his parents as well. Casi i know how bummed you must be about them leaving so soon. Trust me i totally understand. When he comes home we are going to chicago right away and then getting married and then just hoping that the days go by slow until he has to leave..Well have a great night everyone and your boys are all amazing and looked terrific in their uniforms. -Ally PROUD AND LOVING FIANCE OF MY SOON TO BE HUSBAND ADAM DAIG #408

said mrsdaigtobe 2007.04.10 at 19:28:00 PDT

Hi everyone and welcome to Casi. TK I wish you could have met Josh, please thank Jamie in your next letter for me for talking so much about him Josh says Jamie is really "cool". Sorry to hear you got so sick on the way home. Shira I knew it would be hard on all of you to leave them but you will be together again soon. I hope everyone had a happy and blessed Easter. Josh called while my family was here Sunday and got to talk to my 86 year old mother it made her day. My brother got to talk to him also, ever since he was little he has [my brother] called Josh squirly boy so when he said hey "Squirly Boy" you could hear Josh laugh out loud. It was a very good weekend for all of us. VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 TK don't worry about the spelling you should hear how it is pronounced sometimes.

said jomommer 2007.04.10 at 19:21:16 PDT

Hi everyone and welcome to Casi. TK I wish you could have met Josh, please thank Jamie in your next letter for me for talking so much about him Josh says Jamie is really "cool". Sorry to hear you got so sick on the way home. Shira I knew it would be hard on all of you to leave them but you will be together again soon. I hope everyone had a happy and blessed Easter. Josh called while my family was here Sunday and got to talk to my 86 year old mother it made her day. My brother got to talk to him also, ever since he was little he has [my brother] called Josh squirly boy so when he said hey "Squirly Boy" you could hear Josh laugh out loud. It was a very good weekend for all of us. VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 TK don't worry about the spelling you should hear how it is pronounced sometimes.

said jomommer 2007.04.10 at 19:16:48 PDT

Casi,thank you for your information. I'm glad that they are at least talking about you going with him. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall #354

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.10 at 18:24:24 PDT

If they start FTX tomorrow on Wed. and it is 7 days, then would they be marching to Honor Hill very late Tues(17th)night and Wed (18th) very early to get the arrival at 5:30am? If I only knew how to use our scanner on the printer, I would email you a copy of the graduation packet. I've emailed my husband, who is teaching tonight, to see if he can explain it to me. Someone else may be faster! Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall #354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.10 at 18:16:21 PDT

HELLO EVERYONE :) HOW IS EVERYONE THIS EVENING :) HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING GOOD :) ???: HAS ANYONE TALK TO LISA (CCOMOM) I SURE AM WORRIED ABOUT HER IF YOU HAVE AND DON'T WANT TO POST PLESE EMAIL ME AT storres@newcaneyisd.org. THANKS :) WELL I AM SO EXCITED IN LESS THEN 16 DAYS WE CAN SEE OUT SOLDIERS :) ??: IS THE PICNIC STILL ON :) HAVEN'T HEARD MUCH ABOUT IT :) EVERYONE HAVE A GREAT EVENING :) PROUD MOM OF MATTHEW TORRES :)

said torres446 2007.04.10 at 17:57:50 PDT

HELLO EVERYONE :) HOW IS EVERYONE THIS EVENING :) HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING GOOD :) ???: HAS ANYONE TALK TO LISA (CCOMOM) I SURE AM WORRIED ABOUT HER IF YOU HAVE AND DON'T WANT TO POST PLESE EMAIL ME AT storres@newcaneyisd.org. THANKS :) WELL I AM SO EXCITED IN LESS THEN 16 DAYS WE CAN SEE OUT SOLDIERS :) ??: IS THE PICNIC STILL ON :) HAVEN'T HEARD MUCH ABOUT IT :) EVERYONE HAVE A GREAT EVENING :) PROUD MOM OF MATTHEW TORRES :)

said torres446 2007.04.10 at 17:56:57 PDT

MargottWoodall, I was told that jonathan was taking a leave on the 27th after graduation and he would have to report to fort hood texas on the 9th of May, I was also tol that I would be alous at that time to go to texas with him to live. Though with the army I have learned not to get excited about certain things because plans change so often. AProudSoldiersWife, It could not have been Robey that you saw this past weekend, he had gotten into some trouble before his 36 hour pass and was not able to take it. Also Jonathans parents and I did not go down there for this same reason, however I cannot wait to meet all of you at graduation.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.10 at 17:43:12 PDT

Tinker--I responded to Bill's email(wmreese) yesterday afternoon with just the basic info of the time of events for the 26th & 27th. It would be a good idea to get a packet to him, but since I haven't seen a packet myself, I'm not sure what else is contained in it. Am I also missing something? I asked Bill to join us on the web here & offered to help him if he needed it, but haven't heard back from him. Susie--thanks, I did find out that the 4th platoon are the Death Dealers!? What a name, huh? Oh, and I also forgot to add lobster to that jumbo shrimp request--whaddya think, Bob? lol. Angie--proud mom of PV2 Jamie McVey #428

said mcvey428 2007.04.10 at 17:27:23 PDT

Angie, each platoon has a name...from what I hear the guys get to name their platoon. I don't remember what the other platoons are called...sorry. I didn't know Bob was taking special orders for food...lol. Susie.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.10 at 16:57:53 PDT

I was thinking it ended Thurs. but now I'm not so sure. The last letter from him said they would be in the field 7 days. He did tell me while he was on the 36 hr. pass that they changed the schedule and they would arrive @ Honor Hill at 5:30 a.m. He thought this was due to sring/summer schedule. If anyone knows please post. Susie, proud mom of Wolverine, PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.10 at 16:52:24 PDT

Thanks LISA, the video is awesome. ***BILL*** (wmreese) emailed looking for graduation pack info. I'm having a terrible argument (losing, I might add) with my scanner, so if anyone can scan their packet and send it to him, that would be great. His email is on the spreadsheet. Bill, I don't have your soldier's first name or roster number on the sheet. FTX starts on Wednesday, and Susie said that they finish at about 5:30 in the morning, but what day? No sleep that day, whatever it is! Tinker, proud Mom of Wolverine (I know because he told me) PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.10 at 16:23:29 PDT

Sorry for the too late of notice about the bunjies.... Ok, now on to BIGGER and BETTER things to keep your eyes teary and heart pounding with pride: To give you a glimpse of what is to come here is a video of their RITE OF PASSAGE (it brought tears to my eyes and an overabundance of pride).. https://www.infantry.army .mil/itb/, then click on the ARMY videos on the left. This is what your men will be doing as they make their final 12 mile march to complete FTX and make their way to Honor Hill. Hooah! Lisa, Proud mom of an American soldier, PVT. Brandon Jones

said proudmom32 2007.04.10 at 16:07:44 PDT

All Jonathan has told me is that he is taking a leave starting the 27th after graduation and that he had to report to Fort Hood on the 9th of May. His searg. said that I would be able to go with him them, but in this situation I have learned not to get excited of over anything. AProudSoldiersWife, It must not have been Robey that you saw this past weekend. He had gotten in some trouble before hand and lost his 36 hour pass, so we did not go down there to see him. How is everyone doing today? I have been doing good, sleeping alot, I think im at that point in the pregancy now, im always tired.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.10 at 16:05:25 PDT

Hey everyone....Long time no post for me. This past weekend was absolutely wonderful. I got to meet a ton of people, McVey and his cousin, Robey and his parents (I think it was Robey), and a ton of other people not related to the site. TJ looked amazing and his battle Buddy Herd was hilarious. We all got along great, lots and lots of inside jokes now. It was very emotional for me to see where the guys had spent the last 3 months and it was harder for me to say goodbye this time around compared to January. I just keep telling myself that I will be back on my way to Georgia in 15 days. I also wanted to let you all know that my family and I will not be attending the cookout. TJ wants to spend as much time with his family as possible and has requested that we eat at certain places. Basically, we are going to be on a time crunch that weekend, especially with everything else that will be going on. Anyway, I'm off to do homework. ~Shira- Proud Wife of an Amazing Soldier.

said AProudSoldiersWife 2007.04.10 at 12:09:44 PDT

I think wednesday but im not sure ... they said so much this weekend and im definitely not good with dates ... lol. i just wish we could be there for that ... jamie was explaining some of the things they do so its exciting for them. driving past all the obstacle courses etc all he kept saying is that was fun ... and i just couldnt imagine ... lol. but i guess its a blessing to love your job and he does so more power to him ... i hope the break they all got helped them get some more motivation and energy for FTX. and i hope they once and for all come together to push and maybe even pull eachother through it. i know jamie and adam (daig) learned a lot about eachother this weekend and im hoping others did as well and i can only imagine that this will help them all work together a little easier. anyway my girls have been asking to go to the arcade all day and ive got a little spurt of energy so i think we are gonna go for a bit take care all. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.10 at 11:45:07 PDT

I think wednesday but im not sure ... they said so much this weekend and im definitely not good with dates ... lol. i just wish we could be there for that ... jamie was explaining some of the things they do so its exciting for them. driving past all the obstacle courses etc all he kept saying is that was fun ... and i just couldnt imagine ... lol. but i guess its a blessing to love your job and he does so more power to him ... i hope the break they all got helped them get some more motivation and energy for FTX. and i hope they once and for all come together to push and maybe even pull eachother through it. i know jamie and adam (daig) learned a lot about eachother this weekend and im hoping others did as well and i can only imagine that this will help them all work together a little easier. anyway my girls have been asking to go to the arcade all day and ive got a little spurt of energy so i think we are gonna go for a bit take care all. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.10 at 11:45:00 PDT

Casi, do they give you a time of how soon you can join Jonathan at Fort Hood (or wherever they send him if the orders are changed at the last minute)? *****TK, I think my Jonathan said Wed. was FTX or was it Thurs?******Anyone--Would Honor Hill be Tues. the 17th or Wed the 18th or Thurs the 19th? Somehow this detail is not clear to me just now.Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.10 at 11:12:54 PDT

hello everybody... how are you doing today? Hopefully great. I have a big smile on my face today because I recieved a present from jonathan. I collect stuffed animals and he sent me a lion stuffed animal. One of those build a stuffed animal things, its so cute. I hope you are all are having a good day like I am. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.10 at 09:22:57 PDT

they leave for FTX i believe today or tomorrow ... -TK

said justTK 2007.04.10 at 08:45:01 PDT

Good Morning Everyone. Here's your advice for the day: There is one valuable thing you all can send your soldier to help him with FTX...and that is bunjy cords...ones with the big hooks. What they'll do is make a big tent using this bunjies and their ponchos...then they can huddle together if it rains or is cold. I'm not sure when they leave for FTX, but they should be in the process now of getting prepared. Some of your soldiers may have already purchased these last weekend...but maybe not. Have a great day! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.10 at 08:20:39 PDT

Hi all ... seems like the board has been busy while we were gone ... i just wanted to write a quick note ... im exhausted and became very sick on the ride home (blah!) but it was nice to see him even if he was worried everytime i took a deep breath i was just glad to be there for him. i wanted so badly to talk pictures for all of you but by the time we got there to pick up the guys there wasnt anyone there (they had told us 9:30 but i guess the got released around 8:30) so we were a little late ... oh well. but i did want to tell you i heard great things about McVey, Torres, & Detweiller (sp?) it seems like he and Detweiller are pretty close cause he talked about him a lot i wish i had gotten to meet them after hearing all about them but oh well ... i did get to wave to Torres on the drive back to sand hill... he mentioned some other names but for the life of me I cant remember ... Casi i think i met your husband too in the px just figured id mention that and also welcome to the site! i also met the guy who is going to be stationed in schofield with Jamie so that was kind of exciting and i did get a picture of them. They all looked so nice in their class A's especially since we were expecting class B's ... overall it was a good weekend i bought his mom and i some dogtags it took me forever to pick out which one i liked best but im hoping having something close to my heart will make the time go by faster ... ok my mind is still spinning from this weekend so im drawing a blank on anything else to say but ill post later when things pop back into my head ... have a great week everyone. -TK (proud fiance of PVT James Childs #406)

said justTK 2007.04.10 at 06:45:02 PDT

OK---tell me how you know about the "wolverines"? I see that the 2-58th are the "patriots"...ho w do you you find out what a particular platoon is? Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.09 at 21:37:14 PDT

Oooooooooohhh, I'll have what she's having. G'night y'all. Tinker, Proud Mom of a Wolverine (1st platoon variety).

said TnkerL 2007.04.09 at 21:22:19 PDT

Hey Susie---miss me? ha ha--where have you been? Don't think I've seen you in a while. Thanks for the well-wishes on Jamie. Tinker is right...his bone scan on 4-18 will be at the end of FTX, so let's just get him out of basic. ***Bob***did I tell you I don't want hamburger & hotdogs? I'll take some hot spiced jumbo shrimp, baked potato & salad...would you take care of that for me, please? Huh? Please? hahaha. Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428, Love of Country, HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.09 at 20:52:40 PDT

Oh...no,no,no...not Michigan Wolverines!!! I'm talking about 1st platoon Wolverines...lol Susie!!

said zuzu1117 2007.04.09 at 19:30:44 PDT

Hey zuzu you are right MICHIGAN WOLVERINES do rock. we are the best. how many drinks are we going to have? i will fix you anything you want. as long its beer(hahahaha) can wait until we meet all and have some fun. getting late so i will close for now ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.09 at 19:23:00 PDT

Hey Casi....welcome to the sight. Can't wait to meet you in a few weeks. Bob...looking forward to those drinks. Yes I did mean plural...lol. Lisa CCoMom, please keep in touch, we miss you. Angie, you there? Sorry to hear about Jamie, will be thinking of him and wishing a speedy recovery or quick determination of the problem. Susie, proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115....Wolverines rock!!

said zuzu1117 2007.04.09 at 19:00:35 PDT

Casi when i say drinks here in MICHIGAN it means lets just get together and meet. you dont have to drink. we are just getting together and meet everyone and make plans for the next day. the cookout is at the creek where we are staying. there will be a big maze and blue flag hanging up so everyone can find us. we and plan to cook up somr hamburger and hot dogs. everyone is bring a dish to pass and just have some fun. later ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.09 at 18:14:31 PDT

PV2DaigsDad, where will the cookout be? I will be coming down there with my inlaws. We are leaving at 4 oclock wednesday morning, I cannot drink because I am only 19 and expecting anyways, but the cookout sounds great, gives everyone time to get to know eahother. Let me know details and I will talk to my inlaws about it. They are on here to, I am sure they would enjoy going as well. Proud wife of Jonathan Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.09 at 17:38:43 PDT

Welcome Casi to our proud family of C Company. WE are planing a weds night drinks and a cook out on thurs. you are weclome to come and the hold family. I pray that everyone had a very good weekend talking to our boys for longer than a couple of minutes. It was great talking to Adam for over 30 min. WE are coming down the home stretch for the big big big party. HOOAH What is it16 days. How many of you guys have started to pack? all i have to do is load and out(hahahahaha)WEll iam going to close for tonight and do some packing. Have a great evening people. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD VERY VERY VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.09 at 17:24:58 PDT

Thank you for sending me the spreadsheet, I will take a look at it as soon as I am finished with this msg. Jonathan told me that he was supposed to go overseas in November. Hopefully here soon that will change. Even though I expected it when he talked about enlisting it does not make it any easier, especailly with the baby on the way. Is there anything about graduation that I should know, any important information? I will be leaving the 24th to go down there with my in-laws. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.09 at 16:28:47 PDT

Hi Everyone! We got back late yesterday from seeing Cristian during his 36 hr pass. It was great to see him and hug him!! He has gotten much bigger. He has gained 21 pounds, but it's all muscle. All he wanted was to eat fast food and chill out. He relaxed and slept in. We all went to the movies on Sunday along with at least 50 guys. The entire theatre was packed with soldiers from C co. The guys wanted to see "300." After, we went shopping for supplies he needed for FTX. He had funny stories to tell us of his experiences during basic training. He was told by other guys in his platoon that a few of them got in trouble for being in civilian clothes, having alcohol in their hotel rooms and fighting. Those individuals were arrested by MP's. I don't have names. He's afraid that the entire platoon will pay for their behavior. Well, let's hope the drill sgts will be easy on them. He also said that he placed an order for pictures, shirts and DVD package and is to have the money for it today (Monday, 4/9). They had to pay for this in cash. Well, it was great to see him and share the 36 hrs with him and his friends. Looking forward to Turning Blue and graduation. Hope to see you all there. Proud mom of PV2 Cristian Piedra #237.

said Popsmom24 2007.04.09 at 14:52:55 PDT

INFO ABOUT FUTURE TRAINING: Go to AKO, click on ASK (at right), click the PDL tab, then the Training tab, then the "Indiviadual Training Record". Cole doesn't know his Airborne schedule, and figured he would go to Airborne hold. He reports the day of graduation, and starts the next Monday, according to the site!!! HOOAH. I love computers! I wonder how long that's been there. I wish I could tell him before FTX. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.09 at 14:10:29 PDT

Casi, those assignments aren't written in stone, until the guys have signed orders in their hands, and I'm not sure they never change at that point! We've had reports from previous grads of ERBs showing an assignment for weeks, only to have them change right at graduation. BTW, there's a sheet of "notes" on the spreadsheet. Click on the tab at the bottom to access it. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.09 at 13:46:44 PDT

Angie, didn't you say that the scan is scheduled right after FTX? It sounds like a good sign that they're not pushing to have it done before. They must think it's not bad enough to stop him from participating. ***spreadsheets are out to Casi and Sylvia. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.09 at 13:34:04 PDT

MargotWoodall, joanthan is being assigned to fort hood texas. He said he'd be home until the 9th and then he had to report to fort hood. How are you doing today? Proud wife of Jonathan Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.09 at 13:32:46 PDT

Angie, I will keep Jamie in my prayers. Hopefully a good report will come with the bone scan. It is hard to wait and wonder about the future training. ******Welcome to Casi. Do you know what fort Jonathan is being assigned to yet? I know orders can change. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall #354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.09 at 13:04:24 PDT

WELCOME NEW MILTARY FAMILY :) CONGRAT ON THE NEW LITTLE ONE :) TINKLER: SEND ME THE SPEED SHEET @ storres@newcaneyisd.org i must have deleted the one i had :) thanks later doing the wash and cleaning wow how exciting !!!:) proud mom of matthew

said torres446 2007.04.09 at 12:28:58 PDT

One last thing. my email adress is Casi1988@aol.com

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.09 at 09:46:01 PDT

Texasmom, I am also very glad to join you, the baby is due in september. I found out about the pregnancy a week after jonathan left. I love to do crafts and that is about all I have done lately. I also love to write but it seems that when I write my mind tends to get to me a bit. I love music and I love to sing but that has become hard to do lately, it seems that every song no matter what it is or who its by makes me miss jonathan more or reminds of how things used to be. My husband has made his mistakes while being there but I know in my heart he can do right, and I am very proud of him for the simple fact that he is trying his best. Thank you for being here to talk to. I didnt realize how much it really does help. I hope that everyone else is doing well. Proud wife of Jonathan P. Robey #437

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.09 at 09:44:03 PDT

Tinker, yes I am also in monrovia. I am staying with jons parents right now. Which I think is what makes it harder because every other time I have ever been here jonathan was with me. My name is Casi and I am very glad to join you all.

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.09 at 09:38:49 PDT

Good Morning, C-Co family! What a wonderful weekend, huh? Hugs & more hugs to all those who had a rough weekend and/or no phone calls. Welcome aboard Casi! If you've been reading these posts before actually signing up (as I did!), then you know we can be a "wild and crazy" bunch! :) Glad you decided to join us. ***ARMYGF***A big C-Co welcome to you in B-Co! Unfortunately, I'm not really sure myself what NIC at Night is. I don't even want to try to explain what I THINK it is, because I'm sure I've got it all mixed up with FTX! Didn't want to leave you hanging though, as I noticed your question had not been answered yet. I'm sure one of our other knowledgable family members will respond to your question. By the way, what infantry brigade is your boyfriend...has he already graduated or is it coming up? It's wonderful to see our family growing...even Casi's little one on the way!! HOOAH!! Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country!! :)

said mcvey428 2007.04.09 at 06:26:54 PDT

I'm with your grandson, Jodi. I have never written so many letters so close together in my life. I much prefer the give and take of a conversation over the time lag of letters. I don't even want to think about what it would be like without letters, though. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.08 at 22:04:53 PDT

It is easier to stay in somewhat closer contact after basics. They can have their cell phones. My grandson swore off of letter writing after basics LOL!!! Jodi

said TexasMom50 2007.04.08 at 21:37:37 PDT

Hi, CasiRobey! I have Jon and his parents on the spreadsheet and am glad to put you on there too. Are you also in Monrovia? Is Casi your first name? What is your email address? I AM the queen of the question mark! Jodi (TexasMom) is right about needing a score card to keep us all straight! Hopefully, you got a bunch of phone calls this weekend. This waiting and being on the periphery is hard, but like you say, it's almost over. After BCT, I think it will be easier to stay in closer contact. Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.08 at 21:11:18 PDT

Hi CasiRobey2007--So nice to hear from you and so glad that you decided to join in. We are always delighted to have a new member to our Army family. Tinker has a spread sheet that she can you so that you will know who we are, it gets a bit confusing without it. Just email her at alchemy@whidbey.com and give her your name, your husband's # and name, and where you live. She will enter it on the spread and send it out to you. Bless your heart, time does seem to creep a bit doesn't it. When is your baby due? The best thing that you can do to past the time is try to stay as busy as you can, hon. and chat with your new family. What kind of things do you like to do? Do you enjoy crafts of any kind? I see you learned right off how tricky the "Say it" button is. Makes you think you didn't push it. It gets us all at one time or another. LOL!!! Jodi Proud mom in law of #123 PFC Russell Jones and proud grandma of Pv2 Clay Taylor-Fort Campbell

said TexasMom50 2007.04.08 at 20:35:49 PDT

Hello everyone.. I havent done this before but things seem to be getting harder, and from the sounds of it im not the only one.. though it sounds like some of you are having an even worse night I am sorry for throwing my probably not so important biz in there.. I was so happy though when April got here.. My husband and I got married the day before he left and April is the last month.. I will finally get to see him.. I am also excited to be finding out the sex of our baby on the 17th.. I cant wait.. Though April 27th seems right down the road things are going very slowly for me.. the days are very long and the nights too due to hardly any sleep... Does any one have any advice for me.. ways to pass the time or take my mind off of things.. I am also here to talk if anyone else needs an ear I am here to listen...

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.08 at 19:45:51 PDT

Hello everyone.. I havent done this before but things seem to be getting harder, and from the sounds of it im not the only one.. though it sounds like some of you are having an even worse night I am sorry for throwing my probably not so important biz in there.. I was so happy though when April got here.. My husband and I got married the day before he left and April is the last month.. I will finally get to see him.. I am also excited to be finding out the sex of our baby on the 17th.. I cant wait.. Though April 27th seems right down the road things are going very slowly for me.. the days are very long and the nights too due to hardly any sleep... Does any one have any advice for me.. ways to pass the time or take my mind off of things.. I am also here to talk if anyone else needs an ear I am here to listen...

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.08 at 19:45:32 PDT

Hello everyone.. I havent done this before but things seem to be getting harder, and from the sounds of it im not the only one.. though it sounds like some of you are having an even worse night I am sorry for throwing my probably not so important biz in there.. I was so happy though when April got here.. My husband and I got married the day before he left and April is the last month.. I will finally get to see him.. I am also excited to be finding out the sex of our baby on the 17th.. I cant wait.. Though April 27th seems right down the road things are going very slowly for me.. the days are very long and the nights too due to hardly any sleep... Does any one have any advice for me.. ways to pass the time or take my mind off of things.. I am also here to talk if anyone else needs an ear I am here to listen...

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.08 at 19:44:58 PDT

Hello everyone.. I havent done this before but things seem to be getting harder, and from the sounds of it im not the only one.. though it sounds like some of you are having an even worse night I am sorry for throwing my probably not so important biz in there.. I was so happy though when April got here.. My husband and I got married the day before he left and April is the last month.. I will finally get to see him.. I am also excited to be finding out the sex of our baby on the 17th.. I cant wait.. Though April 27th seems right down the road things are going very slowly for me.. the days are very long and the nights too due to hardly any sleep... Does any one have any advice for me.. ways to pass the time or take my mind off of things.. I am also here to talk if anyone else needs an ear I am here to listen...

said CasiRobey2007 2007.04.08 at 19:44:56 PDT

lisa-cocomom: want you to know i am here if you need to talk you can call me collect at 281-659-1315 or email at storres@newcaneyisd.org it is 9:19a.m. here in cleveland, tx. i don't know if you are still on this site or not but, remember we are family and we are here if you need us love all proud mom of matthew

said torres446 2007.04.08 at 19:21:13 PDT

Hey Cco Im from Bco and I was just wondering what Nic and nitght was

said Armygf 2007.04.08 at 19:18:37 PDT

Lisa, my prayers are with you I am not sure what is going on but Eric did tell me some disturbing news that i don't want to talk about here but if you nee a ear i am here for you. Eric also had a upsetting afternoon. his girlfriend left early due to the drive he was in the px and walked away from the computer he was on came back and he Beret was gone he freaked out he never founf it so he was expecting to really catch when he got back to camp. he said we would not hear from him for about two weeks because of ftx but then we will be real close to graduation. hope everyone had a blessed Easter. Isn't it wonderful to know that Jesus died on the cross for our sins and that he forgives us just for asking. diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.08 at 18:21:05 PDT

Hi C Company.....I just wanted to share that I won't be at Graduation. I received a heartbreaking call from my son and was told not to come to Graduation. Therefore I won't be seeing any of you in a few weeks. There is much to this and right now I am just utterly heartbroken. Anyway...God Bless all of you and have safe trips to Georgia. If you see my son say hello and tell him how proud everyone is of him. It has been a pleasure to know many of you and I will always think of you and your son's. Thank you to them for being strong and proud. Love of Country. Lisa, CCoMom

said CCoMom 2007.04.08 at 15:30:57 PDT

Happy Dance for my entire family. Everyone got to speak with James...his sister...her husband...his grandparents and his uncle. We were at Easter lunch so the timing was perfect. Almost 40 minutes....HOAH!!!! Anyway he was happy and so were we all. James got me my very own "dog tags"...one tag has the Army symbol and says Mom of a Soldier....the other has his picture...he made my day! Hope everyone has had as great a day full of "Happy Dances". Happy Easter to everyone! Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom....Very Proud Mom of an American Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.08 at 12:18:47 PDT

Hey everyone...Happy Easter. We have received numerous calls from Thomas yesterday and today. They are having a blast. Eating real food and sleeping in real beds. He says it's really strange being out in the real world. Hey Lisa (proudmom32)...did you get my email reg. paypal? I sent to the aol acct. Please email me soon. Thanks. Y'all have a terrific day! Very proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.08 at 11:44:50 PDT

Happy Easter Everyone!! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.08 at 10:56:07 PDT

Happy Easter to all..Remember me? Karen-Proud mom of PV2 Logan Meyer? I have been continuing to read your posts because you all became like family to me. I wanted to sign on and give words of encouragement to all and express my happiness for you..I continue to root you and your soldiers on silently...If you remember, Logan was transferred to MCU for 30 days on March 19 with a stress fracture in his leg. We do not know his current status, only that the docs reevaluate weekly. They will return him to training when they feel he is healed. I have been writing him constantly to try to keep his spirits up, but he is totally disappointed. ANGIE(mcvey428) I am sending my prayers for Jamie! Logan too tried to work through the pain, but it caught up with him and the orders to MCU were set in stone. I am just trying to keep him focused on the long term goal. He will not graduate with C.Co., but i know his heart as well as mine is with you all. Everything happens for a reason i guess, and we will make it through this. We do not know if he will heal in time to be transferred to either A or B Co. Hopefully he will. Again, i send words of encouragement, and wish you all the best and i will be thinking of you on your big day! Bless you all and have a great time! Karen- Proud mom of PV2 Logan M. Meyer #131

said gizmo688 2007.04.08 at 08:47:04 PDT

Good morning and Happy Blessed Easter to everyone. We are doing the HAPPY DANCE Josh called twice yesterday. Called at 8:10 in the morning could'nt believe Grandad was just eating breakfast since he had already ran 5 miles. called again in the afternoon and got to talk for quite awhile sounded real good said they where in their Class A's and where going to go struting. He's going to call again today I am have my Family over for Diner so everyone will have a chance to talk to him [about 15 0f us]. He talked about NIC at Night said it was awesome. He and his buddie McGil where going to go to Hooters catch a Movie go back to the Hotel and watch TV and sleep in a real bed and pig out on junk food. Passed his PT's and was glad about that. Well have a good day hope you all get more calls today and give those hugs and kisses over the phone it won't be long before we can hold them in our arms and have them close to us. Love, Hugs and Prayes to All, VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER JO MARIE

said jomommer 2007.04.08 at 08:39:33 PDT

HAPP EASTER TO ALL :) GOT ANOTHER PHONE CALL LAST NIGHT :) HOAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! EVERYONE HAVE A BLESS EASTER AND AN WONDERFUL WEEK :) STAY WARM :) COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WE NEED SPRING BACK :)!!!! IT'S TO COLD FOR ME :) SYLVIA PROUD MOM OF MATTHEW :)

said torres446 2007.04.08 at 06:40:53 PDT

Angie....my prayers are with Jamie. He will prevail...he will. HOAH...have a great Sunday and we will chat tomorrow!!!! Lisa, CCoMom

said CCoMom 2007.04.08 at 06:28:01 PDT

Good Morning, and a Happy Easter everyone! Well, just when I thought I was going to end another day with no phone call, Jamie called at 9:30pm cst last night! His dad and I talked for over an hour with him. It was wonderful---Happy Dancing Here---but it also comes with a heavy heart. Jamie informed us that his left foot has been giving him trouble, but he's been working through it. He was sent to the doctor twice now, and has had xrays done. Now he informs us that they want him to have a bone scan on 4-18. He believes he will be able to eek through the rest of basic, but he's frustrated that it will probably cause his Airborne training to be postponed, which of course also means RIP. These two trainings were his goal and motivation to get there. There's always the possibility that he will have to do what that other soldier had to do...go to MCU and not graduate until another time. He's trying to think positive that he will at least finish basic & graduate, but accepting that the ABN & RIP might have to wait for about a month. So, please keep Jamie in your prayers that the bone scan will be negative for a stress fracture, and he will be able to finish the task of basic as pain-free as possible! Well, have to go...I'm having my family over for a big Easter dinner (about 16 people!), so things need to be done! Chop, Chop!! Have a wonderful day, and I'll check back with you tonight or tomorrow! Hugs all around! Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.08 at 05:49:55 PDT

Happy Easter C Co Family....even though it is rather cold in many places I hope you and your families have a Blessed day. I also hope our soldiers enjoy their last hours of their pass and prepare for the final journey of Basic Training. We'll see them all so very soon! Love of Country....Army Strong/Family Strong....Lisa, CCoMom....Very Proud Mom of an American Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.08 at 04:03:19 PDT

HIP, HIP, HOORAY!!!! So wonderful to read your "happy dance" posts...what a wonderful and special Easter this will be for everyone!!! Count down continues.... Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.07 at 21:52:41 PDT

two phone calls today from eric. he is with the love of his life saya he is going to call later and talk we talked this morning about 30 minutes. It feels good to be able to call him when i want to this weekend. I amso excited about graduation. 15 days to go. HOOAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.07 at 16:39:31 PDT

We will get to Atlanta Wednesday morning at 9am. Then we have to find a Krispy Kreme place and mochas! Then we can face Costco. ***I don't know what's normal for all of your weather realities, but global warming is tweaking us around. Monday I woke up to snow on the ground, and Thursday was on the beach in my shirtsleeves, taking pictures. Yesterday was a record high for us and another beach walk day. Should rain for Easter, though (that's normal). Keep those dances happy. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.07 at 16:28:12 PDT

TINKER ARE YOU GETTING THERE ON TUESDAY WOW!!!!!!!! WE GET THERE ON WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON :) CCOMOM: YOUR CUTIE PATOOTIE IS A "CUTIE" :) I HAVE LOST SOMETHING!!!!!!!!!!!! PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!!!!! IT IS SPRING!!!!!!!!!!!!WHERE DID IT GO!!!!!!!!!!!!! I HAD TO GO GET ALL MY WEATHER CLOTHES AND SO MUCH FOR WHAT I WANTED TO WEAR FOR EASTER NOW I HAVE TO WEAR WARM CLOTHES :) OH WELL!!!!!!!!! TALKING TO MATTHEW MADE IT ALL BETTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SYLVIA :)

said torres446 2007.04.07 at 16:19:29 PDT

Oooooops....make that 17 days....6 hours & 45 minutes.

said CCoMom 2007.04.07 at 16:15:00 PDT

LOL Tinker.....you are too cute.....we leave in 18 days and 6 hours and 45 minutes!!!! Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.07 at 16:13:59 PDT

Our plane takes off in 17 days, 6 hours and 40 minutes! Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.07 at 16:07:53 PDT

FANTASTIC Sylvia....HOAH!!!! A BIG HOAH to everyone this weekend!!!!! I'm "Happy Dancing" too....2 calls from James too!!! He said he is going to call tomorrow so he can talk to everyone for Easter! FYI...I just posted pics of my little "cutie patooties" in my Shoebox Album here on WebShots!!!!! Watching the Masters right now....they said it is really cold in Augusta this weekend....no kidding!!!! It's cold everywhere....where is Spring? It better be warm at Ft. Benning April 25th through the 27th....right? HOAH!!!! Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom...Very Proud Mom of an American Soldier & Daddy!!!! PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.07 at 16:06:47 PDT

****HAPPY DANCING IN TEXAS**** I HAVE RECIEVED TWO CALLS ONE THIS MORNING AROUND 8;00A.M. AND THEN JUST A FEW MIN. AGO :) MATTHEW SOUNDS GREAT :) EVERYONE HAVE A WONDERFUL EASTER EVEN THOUGH THE WEATHER IS yucking~!!!!!! COUNTING DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!18 MORE DAYS UNTIL "HUG" DAY!!!!!!!! PROUD MOM OF MATTHEW

said torres446 2007.04.07 at 15:37:06 PDT

What a FABULOUS day!!!! I spent the afternoon with the cutest little patootie in Cincinnati....little Haedn...lol...we had so much fun....ate chicken nuggets and french fries together at McDonalds...got a phone call from a guy called "daddy" while we were eating...what a terrific joy!!!! Of course Haedn hung up on him the first call...he was too busy with his nuggets...LOL. The second call...within a matter of seconds.....we chatted a bit....James was so glad to be through the PT Test....now he is getting some rest and visiting with his significant....but anyway...he said he would call later tonight or tomorrow and talk much longer. I got GREAT pics of Haedn...some with my other grandson Jordan and his mommy (my daughter) and his daddy. We visited with Gigi...my mom....and then back home to mommy he went. I got a wonderful Easter blessing today....thank you Lord!!!! Now I'm goina download some pictures of my cutie patootie!!!!!! "Happy Dancing" for many reasons tonight....Love of Country....Army Strong/Family Strong...Lisa, CCoMom....Very Proud Mom of an American Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.07 at 14:35:39 PDT

I'm glad to hear that phone calls are being made! I've started my "to Georgia" list. Hoping our phone will ring, but is good to know that they resting,eating,and shopping! Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.07 at 14:25:39 PDT

ITS a little pass 4 in afternon in Michigan and iam doing the big HAPPY DANCE . Adam call and we talk for over a half hour. He was in a good mood. Not tried say he took a long nap. Cant wait to see him. my packing list just got longer. cookout up date i got 300 paper plates and a box of hamburges. is it time to go? i think i may have to rent a trailer for all the things i need to take or leave tammy home(hahahah) Adam say he will call later and talk to tammy. 18 days to go before the big party. lets go people. well i have to go will check back later. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD SAY THE VERY VERY VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.07 at 13:20:27 PDT

I'm HAPPY DANCING! 2 calls already, the second from Chili's. Let the food begin! The first was from the Peach Tree Mall at 6:40 my time. He just wanted to make sure I wasn't wasting daylight. Such a thoughtful child! I'm with Tammy, packing is for the last minute. I might need something that's packed if I start sooner! If I get smart between now and then, I'll start a list. Tinker, proud and happy dancing Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.07 at 12:27:54 PDT

Lisa, have a wonderful day with Haedn and I hope you get a good, long phone call from James! So glad to hear that your kitty is doing well also. Take care and best wishes, Lisa...Proud mom of Pvt. Brandon Jones, Ft. Hood TX 3nd BN, 1st ID Alpha 2/2

said proudmom32 2007.04.07 at 08:01:13 PDT

GOOD MORNING C Co FAMILY.....we are FINALLY getting so much closer....what is it....19 DAYS!!!! HOAH.....Lisa, proudmom...THANK YOU for the last posting.....I can't wait to see him so proud and at attention and then the ever lasting "at ease" and HUG!!!!! WOW...it will be incredible!!!! Today is a BIG day for me....I get to see James' little boy Haedn....it will be the first time since before his 1st birthday back in January. James is going to try and call me between 12 & 3 to talk to him....this will truly be an exciting day....for Haedn...Daddy & me. I will let everyone know how it goes. OMG....it is so cold here in Cincinnati....where did spring go? BUT....the Cincinnati Reds are still playing Baseball...the boys of summer are trying to bring spring back...LOL. My kitty is doing well....he is home and hopping around with his paw wrapped. He goes back Monday to have it cleaned and wrapped again but at least there is no cancer that they can detect. Everything is a blessing and even the small things....HOAH!!!! Now on to GRADUATION....our day of celebration!!!! Have a GREAT day all. Love of Country...Army Strong/Family Strong....Lisa, CCoMom....Very Proud Mom of an AMerican Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.07 at 04:30:45 PDT

Tammy, that's correct...your soldiers will have to stand 'at attention' until you approach them...many of them won't even turn their heads, but you will notice that they are watching you with their eyes. The second you get to your soldier YOU CAN TOUCH them, and then he'll get to stand 'at ease' after that. Once again, I ask that you all look around after giving your soldier THE BIGGEST HUG EVER...and see if there are other soldiers 'standing at attention'...PLEASE go up to these soldiers, shake their hands, give them a hug, or just give them a pat on the back and allow them the luxury of 'being at ease'... they will really appreciate that! I'm still trying to catch up with everyone's posting for the last week... I hope all is well with you all and Happy Good Friday!!!! I will try to continue my thoughts and advice for your big event in a few days... Have a great evening! Lisa

said proudmom32 2007.04.06 at 22:22:30 PDT

Angie you want excitment? WE have 19 days and 15 hours and 31 seconds before the big day. You know those big clocks that count down. thats how excited iam. How you two have fun on your date but be home before it gets dark(hahahahaha) If i dont get ahold of you tonight i will try for tomorrow Have fun. LISA TAMMY hasnt started to pack yet. she will wait until the last mimute and then she will forget something. Likes she says thats why we have the magic cards(hahahahah) Time to fix dinner will talk later ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD VERY, VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG PS WHERE ARE YOU JOHN AND DAINE?

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.06 at 14:55:00 PDT

Hello everyone! Yes, the weather stinks here too of course! We're supposed to break the record lows for tonight & Saturday night...but it certainly won't beat Bob's Michigan weather! :) Bob, you don't sound too excited...come on, let's kick it up a notch!!! haha. Thanks, Bob for gathering some info for me on the UP. And Praise the Lord--your mom is doing better! Tonight might not be good to call. Jim & I are going to catch dinner & a movie. Tomorrow would be better. Lisa--give that little Haedn a big hug & kiss for me! I know you are excited to see the lil guy. And give some belly & head rubs for Max! OK, going to get ready for my "date" night....I'll check you guys out later! Angie--very proud mom of PV2 Jamie McVey--Love of Country--HOOAH!!! :)

said mcvey428 2007.04.06 at 14:17:24 PDT

Hi Tammy!!! Get that packing done!!!! LOL....How is everyone else? Had a bit of a scare this a.m. My middle kitty...Max...had to go to the Vet with a paw problem...at first the DR thought it was either an absess or possibly cancer....BUT...it was the absess....YEAH....his paw has been drained but he has to go every 2 days to get it drained....BUT....his little heart has enlarged....he was born with this problem....now he has to be on medicine for his heart for the rest of his life. Max is James' FAVORITE kitty....I have 3....if anything was to happen to Max James' would have been crushed...but all will be fine!!!! Everyone have a GREAT night...I will....I get Haedn tomorrow....can't wait!!! Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mom of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.06 at 13:44:27 PDT

Hi Tammy!!! Get that packing done!!!! LOL....How is everyone else? Had a bit of a scare this a.m. My middle kitty...Max...had to go to the Vet with a paw problem...at first the DR thought it was either an absess or possibly cancer....BUT...it was the absess....YEAH....his paw has been drained but he has to go every 2 days to get it drained....BUT....his little heart has enlarged....he was born with this problem....now he has to be on medicine for his heart for the rest of his life. Max is James' FAVORITE kitty....I have 3....if anything was to happen to Max James' would have been crushed...but all will be fine!!!! Everyone have a GREAT night...I will....I get Haedn tomorrow....can't wait!!! Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mom of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.06 at 13:44:27 PDT

Hello everyone I just got back from my moms and it looks like the meds she is takening are starting to work. She was very up beat and up walking around. hooah I still want to know what happen to spring. The high for today is 22 and a strong wind. WE are down to 20 days and I cant wait. My packing is coming along. just a few more things and Iam ready to go. I will be doing a HAPPY DANCE all the way there. Is it time to go yet? HAHAHAHA Angie got some books from my mom for you and will try to call later. I hope the weather is better for the boys pass this weekend. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.06 at 13:02:52 PDT

Good morning everyone :) where is spring :) we are to have raining/cold weather here in texas :( everyone have a bless Easter :) proud mom of matthew Proudmom32 GLAD TO HAVE YOU BACK!!!!!!!!!

said torres446 2007.04.06 at 07:33:04 PDT

Good morning C Co Family.....the countdown is really on. OMG Bob...packing & snow....wow!!!! Tell Tammy I'm sure her suitcase is having a "blast" this weekend....LOL. I haven't receieved a letter in over a week and a half...maybe James is a bit upset with me for his "happy dance"....hmmmm..... anyway...I hope the guys have a good 36 hr pass this weekend. It is cold here too in southern Ohio. I get to see Haedn this weekend....James' little boy....I am so very excited. We are going to play....play....play..... and I will get pictures in between all that playing!!!!! Once it is over then the pictures go to James!!!!! Everyone have a fantastic T.G.I.F......HOAH.....Lov e of Country.....Army Strong/Family Strong.....Lisa, CCoMom....Very Proud Mom of an American Soldier.....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.06 at 04:10:57 PDT

HI TO EVERYONE FROM FT. BENNING!!!! The four of us girls are all finally here. Me tk and shira all got here last night. Tk and i couldnt sleep so we left at 4:30 and i drove 10 hours!!!!Well tk drove for about an hour and a half. It was an amazing road trip and tons of fun even though i didnt sleep. To get the pass was really easy and everyone is really nice. The weather is around 40's here and i am bummed because its going to be cold this weekend!! Well us girls are off to enjoy and tour the base and i have to find my cell phone. i lost it already :(... 25 HOURS TILL I SEE ADAM!!!!!! have a great day everyone-ALLY PROUD AND LOVING FIANCE OF MY FAVORITE SOLDIER ADAM DAIG #408

said mrsdaigtobe 2007.04.06 at 04:01:14 PDT

Good moring people I think the ground hog lied. the temp this moring in Michigan is 15 with a wind chill of 8 and 2 ins of SNOW. yes tinker i have started to pack. i got a spot set up for things we need to take. my wife think siam nuts. dont want forget a thing(flags, food,camera) well i have to out and clean the drive way. where oh where is sping. i dont think we will have easter this year, the bunny is frozen in his home(hahahaha)talk to you all later ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.06 at 03:30:15 PDT

I sent Jonathan his contacts this morning from our post office. They would only guarantee delivery by 3pm Sat. Hopefully they will arrive Friday. I'm not sure how Jon is traveling to a motel(hotel?)in Columbus and whether he could access mail on Sat. afternoon on base. It would just be better if the contacts could arrive Friday. I did my best in getting them to him. I hope they all get some extra rest and relaxation and are ready to finish strong after their 36 hour pass. I do hope the phone calls come for all of us who could not travel to see them this weekend. Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall #354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.05 at 19:05:37 PDT

My suitcase is on its way to Georgia to see Adam. I hope it has a good time. Tammy, proud Mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.05 at 18:00:38 PDT

People often tell me I'm 'out there'. BOB, did you say you were starting to pack already? I thought that was a chick thing (please don't get a complex). Now I'm feeling behind because I don't even know where my suitcase is. I think I'll wait and panic next week! How is everyone? I hope we all geet humongous calls this weekend. Cole's goals are to see the movie 300, sleep, eat regular food, sleep, eat some more, talk as long as he wants on the phone, and sleep. I hope he can fit it all in! Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.05 at 17:48:58 PDT

Hello is anybody out there? iam under my wife name hey wasnt that a song? angie email me your phone number so i can get more info on what you want to see in the u.p. the mac walk is on labor day. later dais dad

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.05 at 17:13:03 PDT

Good evening all - It's hard to believe that three weeks from right now, we'll be getting ready to take the boys back to base after our cookout. Wow, and the weight thing with the guys. Adam just made the weight cut off before going in. He was bragging after six weeks about his washboard abs and now he says they're loading the carbs on him. His DS said he would have "options" if he did well on his PT, so he thinks they're loading him up on carbs for whatever "option" they have in mind. Ally called last night and said she made it to Ohio to meet up with TK, so they should have been on their way to GA today. I have a question. In the grad packet, it says that your soldier must stand at attention until his family approaches his and then can stand at ease (at the Turning Blue) Are we allowed to hug at this point? Maybe Kim or Lisa can shed some light on this. I wouldn't want to cause an ugly push up incident, cause my push up days are long gone, ha, ha. Oh Lisa, welcome back and thanks for the address, gotta love those nice troopers in the Lonestar State!! Still worried about Adam's teeth. He was like "I think I can handle it Mom" like a duh moment. I am not fond of this letting go deal! Well, best spend some time with Mom, might chat later. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.05 at 16:14:26 PDT

kkmom224, They can drop their RIP contracts. But, I would be trying to talk him into keeping it. Rory went through a lot of "I think I might drop my conract" talk, but his girlfriend and I kept telling him he would regret it. He didn't drop it and is very glad now. He loves his unit and is really happy in Washington. It is tough, but worth it. God Bless, A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.04.05 at 15:43:00 PDT

GOODEVENING C COMPANY FAMILY JUST GOT ON I HAD TO COOK SUPPER TONIGHT AND IAM TAKING A BREAK. NO WORD FROM ADAM ON HOW HE DID. TAMMY IS STILL AT WORK SO I GET TO PLAY ON LINE UNTIL SHE GETS HOME. BEEN WORKING ON THE POSTER AND THE COOKOUT. I HAVE STARTED BUYING THINGS FOR IT. I TOLD TAMMY WE MAY HAVE TO RENT A TRAILER TO PUT EVERYTHING IN(HAHAHA)WE ARE DOWN TO 21 DAYS AND I CANT WAIT TO SEE ADAM AND ALL OF YOU PEOPLE. PARTY TIME HOOAH. GOT TO GO AND GET DINNER ON THE TABLE SO THE BOSS WILL HAVE A GOOD HOT MEAL. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD DAIGS DAD

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.05 at 14:46:19 PDT

OMG....I can't picture James over 145 lbs....he is only 5'7"....but the muscle could do him good...just like milk...it does a body good!!!! LOL..Love of Country...Lisa, CCoMom...Proud Mother of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.05 at 14:15:25 PDT

About their weight - Cole has been gaining, but he was really thin when he went in. He said they seem to have the system down, as people who were on the heavy side aren't now, and those who could stand to gain, have. He said he weighs 180 which I have a hard time visualizing. I don't think I've ever seen him over 160, and he was probably 150 when he went in. I know, muscle weighs more than fat, but wow! Like the rest of you, I can't wait for a huge, world class hug, even if he will feel different! Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley 3101

said TnkerL 2007.04.05 at 12:27:53 PDT

Welcom back, Lisa (proudmom32)! We missed you! That TX State Trooper must've seen that angel on your shoulder when deciding to just give you a warning! HOOAH! So you had to endure another "good-bye" , leaving Brandon in Ft. Hood? It's amazing the strength that surfaces when faced with such tough moments. Let me know the price of that add-on order that I placed, so I can get the money to you via PayPal. Thanks! :) Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.05 at 08:56:31 PDT

HOAH Family.....21 more Days!!!!!! Getting very excited here....and I know everyone else has to be too!!!!! Now if the weather would cooperate and start acting like SPRING we would all be super happy!!!!! Have a GREAT day!!!! Love of Country....Army Strong/Family Strong....Lisa, CCoMom....Very Proud Mother of an American Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.05 at 04:32:16 PDT

I will try again, the computer wouldn't let me post and then it had my message disappear! I had a quick phone call tonight from Jon asking me to send his contacts for the 36 hour pass. I've made a trip to Walgreens for more solutions since the bathroom cabinet had very little left in the bottles. The contacts are packed with the old and new solutions and I'll see what the post office can do tomorrow in getting the package quickly to Jon. We had a very noisey phone connection, but I think he said that he did well on his PT. Proud and Happy Mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.04 at 20:28:01 PDT

I had a quick call from Kevin tonight. He was making a reservation at the Hilton in Columbus for the 36 hour pass. He said there was a group of nine of them so far. He also said he passed the P/T test. I read about Jamie McVey. Kevin is also going to Airborne training and he had signed up for the Rangers. However, the last time I spoke to him, he said he didn't think he could make it and was thinking about postponing it for a year or so. I didn't think he had a choice once he signed up for it. He said he would call me again this weekend. I am also looking forward to giving him a big hug!!

said kkmom224 2007.04.04 at 20:16:56 PDT

Hooah Everyone! Arrived back in the Great NW late last night. I had an awesome 'unexpected' road trip with my son Brandon that crossed 5 states and landed us at Fort Hood, TX! What an adventure!!!! KIM--- You are awesome! Thank you so much for your hospitality on letting us arrive on your doorstep at 1:30am and providing a bed for us to get some much needed shut-eye. But glad to say we arrived safely and just missed the tornadoes... only hiccup was the Texas State Trooper who thought 83 in a 70 MPH zone was a little fast...came away with a gentle warning (Thank you Trooper Tatum!). It'll take me awhile to get through all the posts since I've been gone, but I hope you all are well and have gotten to hear from your soldiers. I would imagine they have experienced Nick at Night (Yahoo!)...scarey stuff to hear about but our guys seem to think it's COOL. :) ***Today marked the last day to order scarves and hats. I'll be getting to work on them and have them to before you know it. :) Have a great evening! Hooah!!!!! Lisa, Proud mom of Pvt. Brandon Jones, 3rdBN 1stID 2/2...Fort Hood, TX

said proudmom32 2007.04.04 at 20:14:34 PDT

Well he was heavier than that. He lost about 30 before he went in. I can't wait to see my skinny boy. The sad thing for me...I think I gained his loss:( Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.04 at 18:16:39 PDT

OMG Susie....40 lbs....James was only 137 lbs when he went in....he can't afford to be any thinner. I know how you feel....I can't wait to see him and hug him.....definitely a "mom" thing!!!! Lisa, CCoMom...Proud Mom of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.04 at 18:06:35 PDT

Hello my friends. Received a letter today dated 4/1. He's in good spirits looking forward to the 36 hr. pass. He said they had their quartermaster refit...he's lost 40lbs and gets new everything. I'm really proud of him. I can't wait to touch him. I just need to see him in person and put my arms around him. I miss him so much:( On a lighter note, the weather is MUCH better today. No rain and a cold front came in. Susie, proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.04 at 17:41:55 PDT

Ally, I can't believe you worked there. I know exactly where it's at. We lived close to the movie theatres near Seven Bridges. It's been culture shock moving to the country, but now we call it home. We were in Naperville yesterday and can't say I miss the traffic. Looking forward to meeting all the ladies. I spoke with George on Monday for a couple of minutes. Received 2 letters this week, and 2 postcards. He's so grown up. I can't wait to hold him in my arms. I literally ache for him, but know that this is where God wants him now. Thanks for all the info. ladies. You are the best!!!! Keep praying for our boys. I feel like I know them all and want to thank each of them for their service to this great country. I'm beamin' proud. Proud Mom of George Matthew Stech #443

said Armymomma13 2007.04.04 at 16:36:02 PDT

Thanks PV2DaigsDad....good luck to Adam. Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.04 at 15:40:47 PDT

Lisa my add is acting up today(hahaha) adam is haveing his wisdom teeth pulled today. now you are going ask me whats add(attention disorderly) i have a hard time keeping my mind on track. army strong family proud adams dad

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.04 at 15:05:33 PDT

PVT2DaigsDad.....what are the teeths? You mentioned how Adam did with his teeths? Confused....can you explain? Lisa, CCoMom

said CCoMom 2007.04.04 at 14:33:00 PDT

goodafternoom c company family well we are have a later aprils fool day here in michigan. ITS SNOWING they say we can get up to 3 in. boy i dont want that i want to get out and play some golf. mom is resting at home she is in a better mood today. we are down to what 22 days. i have started packing already. iam sitting here watching the tigers play the blue jays. i missed opening day. i havent hear from adam about how he did with his teeths. i hope it when ok. close for now have to work on the poster and pray that adam will call. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD A VERY PROUD DAD OF PV2 ADAM DAIG PS JOHN HOW ARE YOU FEELING? i pray the doctor says you can come

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.04 at 13:21:09 PDT

Good morning family.....wow Tammy....great job for Adam....I sure hope James wasn't one those friends that didn't pass....he was really worried about this PT Test. I hope I hear soon.....for his sake. I've been having a hard time posting....my pc won't take my entries....we'll see what happens. Have a great day....Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom.....Proud Mom of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.04 at 04:45:13 PDT

Good morning family.....wow Tammy....great job for Adam....I sure hope James wasn't one those friends that didn't pass....he was really worried about this PT Test. I hope I hear soon.....for his sake. I've been having a hard time posting....my pc won't take my entries....we'll see what happens. Have a great day....Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom.....Proud Mom of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.04 at 04:45:03 PDT

ALLY, I'm so sorry for your brother, his baby and ex-fiancee. A miscarriage is so rough, and I have a hard time imagining what it would be like at over 5 months. My heart goes out to you and them. **TAMMY**, isn't 300 on a PT test acing it? I should know this. I'll keep my fingers crossed that Adam's teeth are relatively trouble free. Like Susie, I remember all too well what having my impacted monsters out was like. **BOB** I hope your Mom continues to improve, and you get some good rest. **MARGOT** may your carpet dry quickly with no lasting damage - and STAY dry! ***EVERYONE********* APRIL 4TH AT NOON EST IS THE LAST CHANCE TO ORDER SCARVES AND HATS. Just a reminder. **SUSIE & ANGIE** I hope your weather settles down. Gee, I hope I didn't miss any calamities! Sweet dreams, Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101. I'm so fortunate to have 2 children I can be proud of.

said TnkerL 2007.04.03 at 22:44:41 PDT

i mistyped earlier she was over 5 months pregnant. Sorry for the mistype.....

said mrsdaigtobe 2007.04.03 at 21:49:02 PDT

Wow today has definately had its ups and downs. I leave tomorrow morning to go and see adam for his pass. Got to hear from him tonight and he was so excited to finally see me just like i am finally going to see him. That was my up. My down is very very down. My brother (who i am closest to out of everyone in my family and we have never been seperated)his ex-fiance just had a miscarriage. They split up a couple of weeks ago and she miscarred a couple of days ago. The funeral is on thursday. They named him Angel DeMarco. He was only a couple of weeks or a month and a week somewhere in that range. I am so caught right now. Do I go to the funeral and let adam down? Or do i go to see adam? Me and my brother are very strong and private people. He is going to work at 4 after the funeral so i know that he is at least doing okay. He said that it wasnt a big thing to him if i went or not because he knows that i am always there for him and that he knows i cant do funerals and there is no service and when adam and i come down that we can all go to the cemetery together. So much for being excited for the pass.......Sometimes i wonder why whenever i think things are going good something bad always happens. I got a new job adam is doing great and this is the second death this month. I guess i just have to keep thinking posative right? Have a good night everyone- Ally PROUND AND LOVING FIANCE OF MY SOLDIER PV2 ADAM DAIG

said mrsdaigtobe 2007.04.03 at 21:21:34 PDT

OK,one more thank you to Angie for the information about airborne and ranger training. I'm still waiting to hear from Jonathan about what his future holds. Good night to all. It is 10:45pm here and my eyes are only half open!

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.03 at 20:46:04 PDT

One more---I promise, then I'll give you guys a rest! :) To elaborate more on what Tammy wrote about Honor Hill, Jamie wrote, "after the 36 hour pass, there will be a few days of FTX prep. The FTX starts and it's 7 days outside, marching, shooting, exercises of one sort or another. Also a 48 hour mission, no sleep, all real. From what I understand we march almost 25 miles in the last 48 hours. It's going to be tough, but we will make it. After that it's recovery & cleaning our gear for a few days and then graduation! I can't wait! I'm almost there!" As Tammy said--we definitely need to have the prayer chain going for this. It will be such an accomplishment for them. Good night, all. Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country--HOOAH!! :)

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 20:45:19 PDT

FYI--Airborne training starts May 7. Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 20:38:31 PDT

Looks like I'd better get to bed too!

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.03 at 20:37:43 PDT

OK--one more post. Margot, thank goodness for helpful friends! What a mess you are dealing with. I think it was you that asked if Jamie had it in his contract to go to Airborne/RIP training? Well he did say in his letter that he did have a "Ranger" contract. He has to pass Airborne before proceeding to RIP (Ranger Indoctrination Program). He is a little nervous about RIP, but not as concerned about Airborne. He said he will have to report back on Fri or Sat after graduation to see if he will go to the Airborne barracks or if they're full, he'll stay where he's at. I think Shira or Lisa/Kim talked about that a while back. Either way, he believes that he will be able to continue seeing us over the weekend, it just depends on where he'll be staying as to how long his pass will be. We'll see. He said I didn't need to worry about seeing his orders on the AKO/ERB website that I've seen so many write about. He said his orders are to go to Airborne/RIP. If he doesn't pass RIP, he says he would be assigned to an Airborne unit like the 82nd or 101st screaming eagles. If he doesn't pass Airborne, then he won't go to RIP (of course), and he would be assigned to an Infantry line unit. So we'll see how it all goes for him. He said the RIP is going to be by far the hardest thing he has ever done, and he hopes he has what it takes to make it. He seems determined to become a Ranger, so that's half the battle! Well, I think that covers all that he wrote about his future training. Here's sending more "vibes" for the next baby step...the 5 mile company run on Thursday! Go Charlie Company! HOOAH!!! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 20:33:38 PDT

Tammy, thank you too for sharing your phone call with us. I did not see your post until after I posted mine. I was wondering about Honor Hill and when it occured. I just remembered it was near the end of training. Will all 4 wisdom teeth be taken out at the same time?*****Susie, we had storms all last night and hail this morning. This is why I think, we had so much water flowing for our sump pump.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.03 at 20:28:54 PDT

Tammy, thank you too for sharing your phone call with us. I did not see your post until after I posted mine. I was wondering about Honor Hill and when it occured. I just remembered it was near the end of training. Will all 4 wisdom teeth be taken out at the same time?*****Susie, we had storms all last night and hail this morning. This is why I think, we had so much water flowing for our sump pump.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.03 at 20:27:29 PDT

Susie--hate that you have to endure more bad weather. A cold front came thru KC today. It's 39 degrees right now!! Brrrrr! Tammy--that's great news on Adam passing his tests! Yes, let's send out strength vibes to those soldiers who will need to be retested on Friday. Construction in downtown KC is terrible! The invasion of the orange barrels seem to be everywhere. We're building a new arena downtown--but no team to put there! How's that for planning....if you build it, they will come!!??? The whole downtown area is in bad need of a facelift...but it's like they are trying to do it all at once! Where's Lisa-CCoMom? Come in, Lisa!! Well, signing off for the night. Everyone have a peaceful, good night's sleep. Another day down and another day closer to our big reunion! Angie--proud mom of Jamie McVey #428--Love of Country! HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 20:16:39 PDT

Angie,thank you for sharing from your recent letter. I think Jon's last letter was postmarked the 20th. It is nice to know what they are doing. I do read the soldier's journal on the Fort Benning site too for the week they're in.*******Bob, glad you're mom is doing well enough to come home. We'll continue to pray for her too.*****I had a little stress late this afternoon will a dead sump pump. Water was covering about a third of my utility room floor and the pump was not working. I called my husband who was in Chicago getting ready to teach his evening class. He suggested I check the fuse box, bail water... My daughters and I bailed water but it kept coming. We called a man from church who came, pulled the old sump pump, bought a new one, and put it in while we kept bailing water. It works! I paid him for the pump but he wouldn't take anything for his labor or time. He said it was a labor of love. I now have fans trying to dry the wet carpet in the family room and the strip of carpet in the utility room. It could have been much worse. I'm thankful for those who come and help in time of need. Proud mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.03 at 20:09:49 PDT

Tammy...ouch. I'll be thinking of Adam tomorrow. I remember when I had mine removed...ugh!!

said zuzu1117 2007.04.03 at 19:06:56 PDT

Forgot Texas is famous for Tornados. The flower is the Bluebonnet (they are everywhere now), our song is the Yellow Rose of Texas and our bird is the Mockingbird (it's useless). We also have the "orange barrell"...they are everywhere too. You cannot drive anywhere in Texas without getting into construction. We are just having a lot of excitement tonight. As I approached my neighborhood after work I noticed 4 helicopters flying overhead. Apparently a man took hostages at the nursing home down the road from us. He was fired this morning and went back with a gun. Due to the weather, I have not gotten an update so I don't know if the standoff is over. Exciting day. Susie, proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.03 at 19:04:06 PDT

Well no call. Thanks for the emails. We are having severe weather here. Tornado warnings/hail/rain. No TV as all of the stations are focused on that. I hope it's almost over. I need a storm shelter...lol. We don't have many of those here in TEXAS, the Tornado belt8-]

said zuzu1117 2007.04.03 at 18:54:19 PDT

Hey Everyone - Mondo HAPPY DANCING HERE! Adam called tonight while Ally and I were shopping. He passed his PT test with a 300!! He's a little upset that a couple of buddies didn't pass, but I understand that they will be able to re-test on Friday. FTX starts one week from today he tells me, he's looking forward to going up Honor Hill. Lets not forget our prayer chain for that. He is looking forward to his 36 hr pass with Ally, he wants to sleep past 0345 he says. As far as I know, the cookout is still for 4 after the Turning Blue Ceremony. We also have little flags we used for Adam's going away party, we lined the drive and walkway with them. It seems like a very long time ago that we had his party. Tink - o.k. Michigan is famous or should I say INfamous for road construction, hence the "orange barrel" being our state animal, I forget that we are all over this great country of ours, we seem very close here. Oh, I forgot, Adam has to get his wisdom teeth pulled tomorrow :-(, ouch!! Let's keep those boys who didn't pass their PT today in our thoughts and push our good "vibes" to them for better luck on Friday. If they don't pass, Adam says there is a high probablity they'll have to start over. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.03 at 18:37:47 PDT

And Tinker now that I look at it, I probably have it all wrong....H Company 121st ABN,LRS or is it H Company 121st Airborne ABN,LRS? I know he is Infantry Airborne long range surveillance....

said PaulsMum 2007.04.03 at 18:07:04 PDT

Wanda, I have always wondered about the "live oak" thing. Is this opposed to a dead oak? lol I figured it might have something to do with it being evergreen. ? Just a guess. TAMMY Daig, what is an orange barrel? It sounds like a stupid question to me, but I didn't even know there was a living thing named that. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.03 at 18:02:08 PDT

Georgia flower-Cherokee Rose (lots of thorns!) but pretty. bird is the brown thrasher~ tree is the live oak...they are huge and line the border of my property on one side! State song is "Georgia on my Mind" by Ray Charles... AND WHILE AT UCHEE LOOK FOR THE "ARMYDILLOS"... Wanda

said PaulsMum 2007.04.03 at 17:56:58 PDT

hey C Company....go to B company and look at the latest video from our Chaptain Rusack....it is so cute... and yes Tinker,ABN is airborne. Thanks Tinker for emailing me.....HOoah,Wanda

said PaulsMum 2007.04.03 at 17:50:22 PDT

GOOGDAY C COMPANY I GOT MOM HOME TODAY AND SHE IS RESTING. ITS GOING TO BE A LONG HAUL. JOHN YOU HAVE TO BE THERE IT WONT BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. RIGHT NOW IAM HAVING A HARD TIME DOCTORS AND ALL THERE TEST. GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE. WE ALL READY HAVE A PUNCH OF FLAGS WE ARE BRING TO PASS OUT. I GUESS THE COOKOUT IS GOING ON ALL ATFERNOOM SO YOU CAN COME AND GO AND COME BACK. IF I READ IT RIGHT THEY DONT HAVE TO BE BACK UNTIL 8 THAT NIGHT. I GUESS I WILL CLOSE FOR NOW AND GET SOME REST THAT I LOST OVER THE PAST FEW DAYS. I WANT TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THERES PRAYERS THE PAST FEW DAYS HAVE BEEN HARD ON ME AND TAMMY. SO A BIG BIG THANK YOU. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD PV2 ADAM DAIG DAD

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.03 at 16:08:27 PDT

Diane, I will be praying that John will be well enough to make the trip. Great idea on the flags. We have Dollar Trees around here, so I'll check it out. JoMarie--gonna miss you, but Chris & Terri have both said we will get together next week for sure, so at least I will get to meet you that way. Bob--still praying for your mom's health. Heart trouble & congestive heart disease runs on my mom's side of the family, so this hits close to home! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 15:28:49 PDT

Hey does everyone have a Flag for Turning blue and graduation was in "the dollar tree" and they have them for a buck apiece i'm not sure if you guys have The dollar tree in your area but if you do get i think the guys would love to see a sea of flags as they come of the field they will know that we support them and love them Just an idea diane

said smithome4392 2007.04.03 at 15:20:18 PDT

Boy, I'm on a roll here...can you tell I was having major withdrawals and now y'all are going to suffer because I have my fix back! :) Tinker---our claim to fame in Missouri is that we (not me!) elected a dead person to Congress. How embarrassing! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 15:15:33 PDT

As far as our state song (for Missouri)? You've got me on that one...I better go google to check it out! LOL. Hi Lisa--I'm not sure if the time for the cookout has changed. Perhaps we should talk about that a little more. How about leaving Mom & Dad at the hotel, and you joining us on Wed night? There's quite a few people not getting in until later. We want you there, Lisa!!! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 15:12:37 PDT

Tinker--Yes I was very surprised to see that the geoduck wasn't something with feathers! LOL...but you have the wrong person on the Orange Barrel...that was Tammy-PV2DaigsMom! Yes--it is a wonderful feeling to be back "googling" again! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 15:08:36 PDT

Bob your mom is in my prayers. There is just nothing like "mama" mine died five years ago this May and she loved Eric with every inch of her being She kept him while I worked and sometimes i would have to make him come home becaused "I Love MY Grandma" but i love you to mommy. and she would have loved to have seen him graduate and I think she proably looking down smiling at him.anyway we only have 24 days to go oh my God I am so excited. Everyone pray that John is able to make the trip the doctor is not sure if he wants him to ride for that many hours so we are breaking up the trip over two days. His pain is quite severe and we just not sure yet we have an appointment on the 19th and the dr will give his opion then but of course it is up to John. I hope everyone enjoys their 36 hr pass this weekend with their sons, boyfriends and husbands. I am jelaous i can't go but it will only bel less than three weeks at that point before we see our guys. I babbling so i wil go for now have a goodnight. Tinker thanks for the email. diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.03 at 15:04:50 PDT

Happy Dancing, here! We got a 4 page letter today dated March 30!!! James sounded very upbeat, and ready for all of this to be over with. He answered all my questions & comments very well. He said there are a "couple" of guys who will not have family to pin their cords on, so I'm going to be on the lookout for them! :) About the cookout, he says "The cookout sounds like a good idea. I want some good chow. I'm tired of cafeteria & MRE food. Looking forward to it." For his 36 hour pass, he's going with his cousin (the one on the left in my profile pic). His aunt & uncle are both in the Army and living in NC, and they are going to pick the boys up...so TK, I guess there won't be any pics to take of our "Jamie"! Today is their PT test and they must score 60% or higher in all 3 events: 47 pushups, 47 situps & a 2 mi run in 15:00 min or less. Then on Thurs is "Eagle Run", a 5 mi company run at about 9 mins per mi, a 45 min total run. He says he's not worried about either of these tests..."too easy" he says! That's what a young, in-shape person says, right? LOL. Well, I think I've written enough on this post...I'm so excited that I finally get to share some info with you, even though most of this is probably a major repeat for a lot of you!!! I'll write again about what he said about his upcoming Airborne & RIP training. Angie---Very proud mom of James McVey #428--Love of Country--HOOAH!!! Oh yes, in his closing comments, he asks, "Why is the sky blue? Because God LOVES the Infantry!" HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 15:02:45 PDT

Is the picnic still on for 4 or has it changed? Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mom of PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.03 at 14:59:01 PDT

Yes Angie, it's "gooey-duck", but a geoduck is not a bird. It's a very large bivalve (clam) with a naughty looking neck! Great chowder! How can your state critter be a barrel? I thought those were inanimate objects no matter what the color!??? This question comes from someone living in a state where the unofficial (I don't think there is an official) state song is Louie, Louie. Uptight People of Power didn't like it when Louie, Louie won the vote and it may never be recognized in the history books. I'm glad you're back to googling! **BOB** I'm holding good thoughts for your Mom. Please keep us posted. **JO MARIE** It's good to see you back here. I'm sorry you won't be at graduation and I don't get to meet you in person. Tinker, proud Mom of Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.03 at 14:42:32 PDT

Hi everyone. We don.t have little Michael today so had a chance to get caught up again. OMG SPIDERS Josh will freak out [that is our expression here] he hates them no matter how small or how big they are. Well time is getting shorter till we get to see that beautiful smile of his. Wish we could go to graduation but my fear of flying and health issues will keep us at home. Also we are not good travlers. Chris and Terri are going to take plenty of pictures and videos so we will be able to see it all when they get home.--Bob I hope your mom is doing better. Heart problems are very scary. I had triple bypass in 2000. I will keep her and your family in my prayers. Sounds like you have the picnic for the boys in good shape im sure they all will pig out no matter what all you have. As always Love, hugs and prayers to all our boys a girls in the armed services and to all of you.VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.03 at 11:41:15 PDT

Hi everyone. We don.t have little Michael today so had a chance to get caught up again. OMG SPIDERS Josh will freak out [that is our expression here] he hates them no matter how small or how big they are. Well time is getting shorter till we get to see that beautiful smile of his. Wish we could go to graduation but my fear of flying and health issues will keep us at home. Also we are not good travlers. Chris and Terri are going to take plenty of pictures and videos so we will be able to see it all when they get home.--Bob I hope your mom is doing better. Heart problems are very scary. I had triple bypass in 2000. I will keep her and your family in my prayers. Sounds like you have the picnic for the boys in good shape im sure they all will pig out no matter what all you have. As always Love, hugs and prayers to all our boys a girls in the armed services and to all of you.VERY PROUD MOMMER OF PVT. JOSHUA DETWILER #410 Jo Marie

said jomommer 2007.04.03 at 11:36:24 PDT

Hey everyone...been busy here at work, but wanted to jump on real quick...I went to Comcast myself last night & got a new modem. And it is now working!!! WOOOHOOOOO! Thanks for all the sympathy/empathy expressed for me. I luv you guys! :) And now my curiosity was up with the geoduck (pronounced gooey-duck)--can you tell I googled it?! ha ha. I had no idea what it was, but now I have an inkling! I did tell Jamie about the cookout in a letter, and told him to spread the word for those whose families can't make it. Now whether or not he did it is another story! You know boys---it's not like us girls passing the word around! LOL. Okay, I'll join y'all back tonight. Angie--very proud mom of James McVey #428--Love of Country--HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.03 at 10:09:25 PDT

Tink - What in the world is a geoduck?? Our state animal is the ORANGE BARREL, we don't know from duck here, haha! Tammy

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.03 at 05:45:46 PDT

Good Morning All - Ally got a voice mail from Adam yesterday, so yeah! Bob's mom remains in the hospital today. She had bypass surgery almost 6 months ago and has now started retaining huge amounts of water. They suspect she may have congestive heart failure, so we're just waiting for the test results. Keep her in your prayers, she's very sweet and told us when we were down there that she has been sending Adam a little money, how cute is that? Adam adores her. Well, best get my chores started. Tammy, proud mom of PV2 Adam Daig

said PV2DaigsMom 2007.04.03 at 05:43:30 PDT

everyone have a wonderful day it is 5:24a.m. in texas proud mom of matthew :) great to hear someone got a phone call yesterday that is great :)

said torres446 2007.04.03 at 03:25:02 PDT

Note: geoducks aren't gross, just eye catching! What is ABN? I would have guessed Airborne, but that makes no sense.

said TnkerL 2007.04.02 at 21:23:08 PDT

Wanda, I sent you a copy of the spreadsheet and you can email in return or to whomever you wish. I really appreciate all the input you've given us. Except the part about poisonous critters. We don't have those in my neck of the woods! We just have gross things like slugs and geoducks. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.02 at 21:12:28 PDT

Paul is Ga.National Guard and is assigned to 121st Airborne ABN,LRS at Ft.Gillem,Ga. Our local paper has been following his unit. Go to www.ajc.com/metro and look for Georgians@war. They have a new video on "youtube" that features his unit & Cpl.Kermit (as in the frog!) Photos and video of them near the Syrian border. Paul is suppose to be in the "College First" program.....he is an engineering student...the LRS stands for Long Range Surveillance....

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 20:55:16 PDT

Wanda, where did your son get stationed?

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 19:30:04 PDT

Can someone email me so I can send you some info? Maybe Tinker if you are keeping the spreadsheet... wandrous@bellsouth.net ~ heard from Angie,but she is having computer probs :( thanks and good night,Wanda

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 19:27:16 PDT

That's funny...and true. What is wrong with them. :/]

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 19:26:24 PDT

I'm really just teasing. We are accustomed to all of these pests here in Texas too. He has been in the woods since birth, I guess we all have. We are a avid hunting family. I do worry about the snakes...he hates them and it is just about time for them to be making their appearance since the weather is warming a bit. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 19:20:46 PDT

Then they want to jump out of perfectly good planes!

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 19:16:15 PDT

Sorry Susie, didn't mean to worry you, but when Paul went to MEPS there was a medic from Benning there. She was getting her next assignment and was sharing all this info with me. Being from the south I knew exactly what she was talking about. Of course when I saw my son on pass he had to tell me about the spiders in the middle east. Now that is just what I needed to hear.....He is the kind that takes time to identify the snake......I understand your worries, BUT YOUR SOLDIERS ARE ALMOST THERE....HOW PROUD WE ARE OF THEM....HOOAH! PROUD MOM OF AN AMERICAN SOLDIER.

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 19:12:44 PDT

Thanks Wanda for the update on all of the dangerous pests our boys have to deal with. To think I was only worried about live fire, grenades, breaking a neck..you get the point. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 18:54:35 PDT

Wildlife at Uchee is incredible! Deer seem to congregate on the lawn near the country store....the guys will see wild boar while out in the Ga.woods. My son encountered a skunk (actually a female one) while on FTX. He said he knew by her color (thanks for clarifying that for us buddy)The skunk got into an MRE of peanut butter. YUMMY! And we had an orange cat near cabin #12...and don't forget the ARMYDILLO's. They are abundant and everywhere. Go to F Co. website and check out the photos of ARMYDILLO's. You will surely see a dead one ,legs up, on the side of the road....and watch for the woodpeckers...we had several and one (red headed something) is endangered.....Your guys will be sure to fill you in on the woodpecker...and don't forget Georgia has many varieties of poisonous snakes and then there is the dreaded "brown recluse spider".......in every company at least one guy gets bitten by a brown recluse...BUT DON'T WORRY OUR GUYS ARE GETTING THE BEST TRAINING AND MEDICAL ATTENTION....

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 18:46:32 PDT

Angie.....we miss you. Sending out healthy tech vibes and hoping your back online soon. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 18:43:26 PDT

If traffic is not bad...it will take you about 1 and a half hours to 2 hours from airport to Ft.Benning. I always drive straight there without stopping...hope that helps...(honestly I've also made it there in one hour! but don't tell Ga.state troopers that) Our chaplain can be reached at his email..... christopher.s.rusack@us.a rmy.mil

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 18:33:35 PDT

Forgot to mention...I see what you are doing to your smileys 8=}

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 18:32:42 PDT

Tinker..lol, you never cease to amaze me with your postings. All I can say is....I hope we do not encounter a wild boar cuz knowing my husband he will pull out the shot gun shoot it and have it on a spit for dinner. How's that for hillbilly??? Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 18:30:31 PDT

To see pics of chapel services go to: soldierschapel

said PaulsMum 2007.04.02 at 18:26:55 PDT

HAPPY DANCE, got a 3 minute phone call. Everything is good. Josh said Nick at Night was awsome, not all his words he hold nothing back. Said he tell me more when he calls this weekend on his 36 hour pass. Bob, your mom is in my thoughts, hope everything is good. Angie, we need to set a night next week and just get together, any night but Thursday is good for me. I will talk to my mom but my sister will be out of town all of next week, so maybe we will do it the week after now that I think about it. I will talk to the 2 of them and email you. That sucks about your modem. My team won last night in case anyone is interested, going to watch the guys tonight then the womens tomorrow. Hope everybody got calls. Love of Country. Proud mom of Pvt Josh Detwiler

said cdetwiler 2007.04.02 at 17:58:48 PDT

PaulsMum tells us about the wildlife at Uchee. I hope I get Cabin 12 with the cat. I'm in a constant state of cat deprivation because Paul's allergic. :-[ I'm not hog stomping wild (you like that one, Susie?) about the wild boar or skunk though! Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.02 at 17:47:52 PDT

Hey Lisa....I'm in and out, running errands now watching dancing w/ the stars and getting dinner ready. Susie

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 17:42:58 PDT

Hi Tinker!!!!! Hi Angie!!!! Hi Susie!!!! Hi Sylvia!!!! Hi Margot!!!! Hi Diane!!! Anyone else out there? Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.02 at 17:23:42 PDT

LISA (proudmom) is on a road trip. Kim posted a few days ago about her stopping at Kim's house on her way to see Brandon. I have no clue when she'll be back, but She's missed! CHAPLAIN - go to https://www.benning.army. mil/itb/ and it's the 'Chaplain's connection'. There is a link to services, and a list of the one's with pictures. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.02 at 16:40:33 PDT

I know I haven't really said anything to James about the cook-out but I'm sure he has heard about it. I know my parents and his dad want to spend time with him during the festivities. James' dad will be in Atlanta on business that week and is coming down for TH & Fri. It is going to be a busy couple days. Smithmom...there are pictures of the Chaplains' services on this webshots site....go back and scroll down to the bottom of where all the albums are and there is one with the Chaplains services. Maybe I am missing something but I didn't know there was another site for the Church Services. Someone help me too!!!!! Lisa, CCoMom

said CCoMom 2007.04.02 at 16:02:17 PDT

christopher.s.rusack@us.a rmy.mil here is his web site

said torres446 2007.04.02 at 15:46:57 PDT

PROUDMOM32/LISA: where are you? i haven't heard from you in awhile are you doing ok :) no phone call/no letter WE ARE COUNTING DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! can't wait to see matthew :) wow!!! i have my camera ready and i have about 10 rolls for it :) and i am ready :) his dad and two brothers are ready to see matthew :) *********SO FOR THE COOKOUT WE BRING WHAT WE WANT TO EAT AND DRINKS (SODA) AND EVERYTHING TO GO WITH WHAT WE BRING **** RIGHT**** AND WE ARE LOOKING ABOUT HOW MANY PEOPLE DOES ANYONE KNOW!!! i haven't mentioned to matthew about the picnic has anyone told there soldier about it :) to pass the word out for those that didn't have family there on that day. everyone have a great week :) proud mom of matthew

said torres446 2007.04.02 at 15:44:01 PDT

I do believe so. She said her mother gave her a long talk about protection if they become intimate this weekend My question is is she on mars or what? I told Eric simply use protection because I don't live in a bubble world. can someone please tell me again how to get to the chaplains website were you can see pictures of their services. diane

said smithome4392 2007.04.02 at 15:24:57 PDT

Diane...I'm cracking up about the "not to bring mom". Sounds like they want some alone time...lol.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 15:11:37 PDT

eric girlfriend got her call around 2 pm i believe. i don't know how he did it and i am not so sure i want to. he said that the 36 hr pass was on and she needed to be there at 9:30 sat. morning sharp. and not to bring mom diane

said smithome4392 2007.04.02 at 15:07:04 PDT

Wanda, Thank you for the directions, radio information, and animal warning. I'm sure others will use the information too. I've been copying and pasting in a word document all the informational helps for graduation. I think Tinker suggested to do this. Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall #354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.02 at 15:05:47 PDT

***********WHOOO HOOOO******************** ******the days are coming to an end. We can finally reunite with our guys. Angie...I wouldn't wish that on anyone. Life stinks when you do not have computer access. HOOAH everyone!!!! ps..No call yesterday.Susie, proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.02 at 15:05:21 PDT

Good evening Family! How is everyone doing? It is a beautiful day here north of Cincinnati and the Cincinnati Reds won their home opener against Chicago....YEA!!!! Felt kinda sad that no one got a call yesterday....but the guys are in the roughest part of their training and it is almost over!!! 24 more days!!!!! HOAH!!!! Can't wait to see my soldier and meet all of you! We may not make it to the Wed get-together....we may not be into the area in time and with my dad having RLS he will have to stretch and relax after the long drive. Anyway...we'll see everyone on TH for sure....wouldn't miss it or be late if our lives depended on it. Have a good evening! Love of Country....Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mother of an American Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.02 at 15:02:57 PDT

JoAnn (kkmom), armystrongmom (Aron Karns' Mom) hasn't posted here that I remember, but I did see her on the chaplain's site. If you go to your spreadsheet, I have the info found there and you can click on her signin name to go to her profile. Week 11, Day 4, but who's counting? Tinker, proud, and excited to see PV2 Cole Ackley #101 SOON!

said TnkerL 2007.04.02 at 13:12:24 PDT

PV2 Kevin Kay's mom here. I have been in and out of town for the past three weeks. I am arriving in Atlanta at 12:30 on Wednesday and driving to Fort Benning. I am staying in Olson Hall on the Main Post. Is anyone else staying there? Also, if Aron Karns mom reads this, please give me your e-mail address or phone number. Aron and Kevin are bunkmates and battle buddies and they both live in Colorado. I would like to talk to you. See everyone soon!

said kkmom224 2007.04.02 at 11:23:22 PDT

GOODATERNOOM C COMPANY I HAVE NO NEWS YET ON MY MOM IAM CHANGES AND GOING BACK. THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR PRAYS. I HOPE TO KNOW MORE LATER ON TODAY. THEY ARE RUNNING TEST. THATS ALL I CAN SAY AT THIS TIME. ARMY STRONG FAMILY PROUD BOB PV2 Adam Daig Dad

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.02 at 10:33:09 PDT

Bob, I am praying everything is OK with your mom. God Bless. A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.04.02 at 09:14:26 PDT

Good Morning, I thought I would post for you guys what the Army posted at Family briefing about "HOOAH" ***Good, copy, roger, great; message understood. ***I don't know, but will check on it, ***I haven't the vaguest idea. ***That is enough of your drivel--sit down! ***Stop sniveling! ***You've got to be kidding. ***Yes/Thank You. ***Go to the next (briefing) slide. ***I ate the jelly donut. ***I don't know what that means, but am too embarrassed to ask for clarification. ***That is really neat, I want one. ***Yes, I know that my leg is broken......I believe the way the Army describes it, it is a word to use for just about any situation. Hope you enjoyed. God Bless, A Very Proud "Army Strong" Mom of Ranger Rory Payne, Kim

said painpak 2007.04.02 at 08:47:01 PDT

Good Morning, All. No phone call here :(....Susie, did you pass a computer bug to me? LOL just kidding. I lost my internet access last night, evidently there was an outage in my area, and my cable modem got fried! So, here I am at work..this will be the only place I can talk with y'all until I get a new modem on Wed!!! Oh the agony!!! Wanda--I just got your post, so I'll email in a minute. Angie--very proud mom of PV2 James McVey, #428--Love of Country--HOOAH!!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.02 at 05:12:15 PDT

24 more days.....OMG.....I just changed the calendar on my refigerator and I can't believe how close we are. James' birthday is April 22nd....he will be 23....it is amazing to think my little boy IS a man....HOAH!!!! And now more than ever he is not only a man but an American Soldier. So sad we didn't get those calls we were hoping for but think of it like this....24 more days!!!! Have a good Monday! Love of Country...Army Strong/Family Strong....Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mother of an American Soldier...PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.02 at 04:35:01 PDT

PAULSMUM: HOW LONG DID IT TAKE YA FROM THE AIRPORT ( FROM ALTANTA TO FT BENNING?

said torres446 2007.04.01 at 21:34:10 PDT

You're welcome Margot. When and if you leave the airport or drive thru Atlanta tune your radio to 750 WSB A.M. It will give you the latest traffic report and believe me we have horrendous traffic! From the airport go I85 South to I-185 South which takes you straight to Ft.Benning, get in your far left lane that takes you to the visitor center. They will want your DRIVERS LICENSE AND VEHICLE REGISTRATION. Then they will give you a map and directions if you need them. Watch for wildlife at Uchee, deer, wild boar, woodpeckers, skunks, and a cat at cabin #12! If you need to exit for food do so no later than the Newnan exit I-85 or you may want to wait until Exit 6 Macon Road in Columbus......

said PaulsMum 2007.04.01 at 19:52:42 PDT

Ok, no phone call here. This stinks. Bob hope your mom is ok, let us know. My sister gave you Josh's # but I will give it to you again it is #410. Watching the Tenn Lady Vals and UNC, it is a halftime. Love to watch Tenn and don't get to very much. This is a good game. Angie we WILL get together, even if we just meet for coffee at the little coffee shop on Main St on the square. Any night but Thur is good for me and I shouldn't have to work late for a couple of weeks. We are just going to have to get set a date and stick with it. Well the game is getting ready to start. Hope we get calls tomorrow. Proud mom of Pvt Detwiler

said cdetwiler 2007.04.01 at 19:32:34 PDT

Have your pass on the dash,left side, and have your I.D.s ready. We never had delays or were held up. The only time I was reprimanded was having 6 soldiers in my mini while "motoring" them across base (to get back on time) They do strictly enforce the seatbelt law! I had some guys that were stood up by a taxi driver. He literally dumped them out because he had a better fare....so I told them if you can fit, climb in....and they did! It was fun until we got to the checkpoint at SandHill. But they were understanding and I made 2 trips to get the guys back to Echo. JUST REMEMBER HAVE SEATBELTS ON AND I.D. IN HAND....THAT HELPS GET YOU THRU IN A TIMELY FASHION. And good luck to your soldiers and yes they will make it. They do form a strong bond...just takes some longer than others....Hooah,Wanda

said PaulsMum 2007.04.01 at 19:30:40 PDT

PaulsMum, Thank you for the information on the grocery store, map, and travel time. Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.01 at 19:29:43 PDT

Airborne after graduation: My son inprocessed immediately after graduation, but it took until about 5 or 6p.m. until he was processed. THEN he had to take fireguard duty that weekend. SO we waited on him to take the 6p.m. to 10 p.m. shift (1800 to 2200) Then we were able to bring him home for the weekend. He had to report back the next Monday so he headed back late Sunday night. Hope this helps with anyone going Airborne. It took longer than we expected. But Paul's NCO accomodated him with that watch, so he could leave for home (northeast of Atlanta) and be back in time....HOOAH! Wanda

said PaulsMum 2007.04.01 at 19:18:53 PDT

Thank you Wanda. I know that the internet map services can be less than accurate, so it's good to have input from someone who has been there. Is there a new check every time you enter Sand Hill? In our grad packets they day to allow an hour to go through the checkpoint due to heightened security. *** I wouldn't worry too much about the platoons "falling apart". They're going through probably the most intense experience of their relatively short lives. Stress happens. Think of your most intense time. For example, if the birth process took fourteen weeks, wouldn't you be ready for some time out by the 11th week? 8-] I would! Thousands of young men have been where they are, and they made it. Like Lisa says, stay positive. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.01 at 19:18:47 PDT

There's a Publix supermarket at Exit #6 Macon Road. Longhorn Steakhouse also, we ate there this past Friday after Airborne graduation before taking a soldier to Atlanta Hartsfield (airport)Wanda

said PaulsMum 2007.04.01 at 19:07:57 PDT

Uchee Creek to SandHIll..... when you go to get your vehicle pass they will give you a great map to help navigate around. There are several routes between Uchee and SandHill. We gave ourselves 30 minutes to get from the cabins to Sand Hill. You have to leave base to go to Uchee and then show ID wehn you re-enter. HOpe that helps. And if you arrive at night I hope you have great vision. Try to arrive before dark. The road around the cabins are all one-way which CAN make things confusing. Hope this helps. Wanda, proud Mom of Pvt.Paul Simons, Airborne Infantryman (Echo company March 9th grad) HOOAH!

said PaulsMum 2007.04.01 at 19:03:28 PDT

Angie,proud mom of Pv2 McVey....could you please email me? thank,Wanda proud mom of an Airborne Infantryman... wandrous@bellsouth.net

said PaulsMum 2007.04.01 at 18:55:25 PDT

Dan said that, especially in his platoon, people are just making stupid mistakes. It sounds as though they all need a break from each other and to see their loved ones. That's just Dan's perspective on things, though, so maybe it is different for some of the other platoons? I don't think his platoon has ever really been a good "team," though. It hasn't sounded like it, at least. Anyone else with soldiers in the 2nd platoon get this vibe? I think all the boys just want it to be over and see all of us! -Liz

said grimme87 2007.04.01 at 18:39:01 PDT

The platoons are falling apart....oh my....what does that mean? Confused and disheartened.....it is getting so close to the end. Stay positive all. Love of Country....Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.01 at 17:08:42 PDT

I just finished reading 3 days of posts, wrote a post, and the computer made it disappear, and I found myself on F Company. Really strange,I will try again. Our 17 year old son left yesterday on a school trip to Romania for 14 days. It was Mom that packed his suitcase and made sure it was less than 50 pounds. ******TK, Jonathan's favorite Easter candy is the yellow peeps! I'll write him about your camera and treats!*****Tinker,I love your birthday gift! I want one too!******WED ARRIVAL-We fly into Atlanta about 6 pm and then rent a car, so it could be 9 pm before we arrive. I'll need a grocery store too. We are bringing our two sons too. Jon's aunt and uncle who live outside of Atlanta plan to join us for the Turning Blue, picnic, and graduation. Counting the days! Proud Mom of Jonathan Woodall#354.

said MargotWoodall 2007.04.01 at 16:50:19 PDT

5:30 here and no call yet. Dan did mention that the platoons seemed to be falling apart; everyone's so stressed out and ready to graduate already. Maybe that has something to do with the nonexistent calls? bah humbug. I hope somebody got a call today!!! hugs for all! Liz

said grimme87 2007.04.01 at 16:30:55 PDT

It's 4pm California time, sadly no calls yet...In our house we call them Barbie tizzies! I can't wait to meet everyone on Thursday. My flight lands in Columbus after 11pm Wed and I will be staying at the 4 points. Proud mom of PVT Christopher Gibson #412!~Laura

said Thompson0125 2007.04.01 at 16:16:15 PDT

Diane....when did she get a call? Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.01 at 16:07:16 PDT

Eric's girlfriend gor a call.He doing great he very excited that graduation is soon and she is coming fot the pass next weekend.We will be there wed evening we are driving part of the way tuesday evening after work and then finish up on wednesday. we will bring hotdogs cips and buns and who knows what else. i just want it ti get here. hope everyones had a good wekend. today is Palm Sinday and we need to reflect this week on what Jesus did for us to give us salvation and we also need to think of our sons, husbands, boyfriends that they also will one day may have to lay their life dowm for a friend or commarde and the Bible tells us that its the greastest thing a man can do is to lay his life down for another. Didn't mean to preach but i felt it in my spirit that it needed to be said I hope i didn't offend anyone. diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.01 at 15:44:56 PDT

Eric's girlfriend gor a call.He doing great he very excited that graduation is soon and she is coming fot the pass next weekend.We will be there wed evening we are driving part of the way tuesday evening after work and then finish up on wednesday. we will bring hotdogs cips and buns and who knows what else. i just want it ti get here. hope everyones had a good wekend. today is Palm Sinday and we need to reflect this week on what Jesus did for us to give us salvation and we also need to think of our sons, husbands, boyfriends that they also will one day may have to lay their life dowm for a friend or commarde and the Bible tells us that its the greastest thing a man can do is to lay his life down for another. Didn't mean to preach but i felt it in my spirit that it needed to be said I hope i didn't offend anyone. diane smith

said smithome4392 2007.04.01 at 15:44:48 PDT

In the grad pack it says Uchee is 12 miles+/- from Sand Hill. The google directions say that it's a 19 mile, 48 minute drive. Can one of you mentors please help. I hope 12 is correct. KIM, you have the map I sent out with the update. Is it correct? Thank you, Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.01 at 15:38:25 PDT

Tinker--that Google Earth is really cool! As I was zooming in, there was an icon for the "jump towers". Looks like what the guys will be doing for the Airborne training? I'm going to have to check this out more closely, but I have to leave for a few hours. Be back soon. Hopefully it's so quiet because everyone's on their phone calls!! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 14:59:06 PDT

No phone calls here, but I expect that Jamie will call his dad on his cell phone. Jim's down at the Lake of the Ozarks right now, so if there's a call, I won't be in on it. Good thing I put all my questions in a letter to Jamie a week back! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 14:35:19 PDT

It's awful quiet out here....no phone calls????? Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.01 at 14:29:29 PDT

It's awful quiet out here....no phone calls????? Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.01 at 14:29:09 PDT

Thanks Angie......HOAH!!!!! Lisa

said CCoMom 2007.04.01 at 14:23:30 PDT

That's funny, Lisa....as a matter of fact...my mom just brought over a big tub of cd's that she didn't want anymore, and guess what? Frank Sinatra's Greatest Hits is in it! LOL!! Tell your parents I'll have it there just for them! :) Angie--Very proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428--Love of Country!! HOOAH!!

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 14:13:47 PDT

Oh wow....sounds like Wed night is going to be a real shin dig.....LOL.....now if you get some 'Ole Blue Eyes for my parents Angie they will be in heaven!!!!! Just got home from work....anyone received a phone call yet? I've had my phone on vibrate & ring ALL day hoping to hear from James....getting some food and be back in a bit. Lisa, CCoMom....Proud Mom of an American Soldier....PVT. James G. Childs #406

said CCoMom 2007.04.01 at 13:51:56 PDT

Terri--We will definitely meet before leaving--that's a MUST! I am available in the evenings, I just had to work evenings that one weekend. Remember, Jim & I will be leaving 4-20 or 4-21, so we only have a few more weeks!! YES!! It probably will be better to meet during the week in the evening. So let's get a date set, okay? There's 3 of you guys and just one of me, so when the 3 of you coordinate a day, just let me know! Can't wait! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 13:33:03 PDT

Tinkert - thanks for the google info. Pretty cool stuff! ***Angie, sounds like you've got the tunes! Love the range of what you have. Can't wait to meet you all in person! Angie - We WILL meet before graduation, just seems like everyone has something going on every weekend, are you every free in the evening? or do you work nights all the time? - Terri - Proud Aunt of PVT Joshua Detwiler

said pvtdetwilersaunt 2007.04.01 at 13:19:04 PDT

Susie--definitely! I have plenty of 70's, but no disco, I'm afraid! :( Some examples of 70's: Dire Straits, Doobie Bros, U2, Pink Floyd, R.E.M, Rush--you get the picture? Then there's Marvin Gaye, The Doors, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Sting, Police, Heart..Bring back memories? :) Let's throw the disco in for all our "Happy Dancing" we'll be doing that night! LOL. Even have some good 'ol Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson & Hank Williams, Sr. We'll be all over the place, musically speaking! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 13:09:02 PDT

I had to send a follow up email because a link didn't stay in one piece. It should be in your inbox now. Tinker

said TnkerL 2007.04.01 at 12:57:50 PDT

I just sent out updates and info for Google Earth, where you can see the whole planet by way of satellite and aerial photos. If you want this and aren't on the mailing list, just post your email. I'm happy dancing just like Snoopy (well, in my head I am). Tinker, proud Mom of PV2 Cole Ackley, #101

said TnkerL 2007.04.01 at 12:45:47 PDT

Angie...oh we need some disco and 70's tunes too. I'll bring a few.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.01 at 12:32:27 PDT

I'm planning on bringing the tunes for us. Just a portable CD player & some CD's--anywhere from Country (old & new) to Classical & everything in between. Everyone feel free to contribute your favorite music! Wouldn't be a party without music in the background, right?! :) Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 12:18:58 PDT

Bob, Just read the post about your Mom. Hope everything is okay. - Terri Pvt Joshua Detwiler's Aunt

said pvtdetwilersaunt 2007.04.01 at 11:14:07 PDT

Hey C Co Family, hope everyone is well, first chance I've had to get out here in awhile, sounds like the cook off is on a roll! Can't wait to meet everyone. My Sister (cdetwiler) and I will arrive at Uchee mid-afternoon wed. We are flying into Montgomery Alabama and driving into Uchee, we will be able to stop on the way and pick up some things for the cookout. ***BOB, on my profile is pictures of my nephew and (cdetwiler's son) PVT Joshua Detwiler #410, would love to see him on the poster if you have time. We'll be there for "drinks" wed!! HA...Hope everyone gets to hear thier soldiers voice today, I know my sis is excited to hear from Josh, and to hear how the "nick at night" went for them. Back to house work..YUCK! - Love of Country - Guardians of Freedom Very Proud Aunt of PVT Joshua Detwiler #410

said pvtdetwilersaunt 2007.04.01 at 11:06:56 PDT

Bob--Here's praying that everything will be okay with your mom. Jim & I will also be driving. We will be leaving on Friday, 4-20 & making this one of our infamous roadtrips. So we will also be looking forward to some relaxation on Wed night as well! What's the timeframe that everyone is planning on gathering? Angie--proud mom of PV2 James McVey #428.

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 10:44:07 PDT

Bob...I hope it's not serious...your mom. Keep us posted.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.01 at 10:34:41 PDT

ZUZU WE HAVE A 14 HR. DRIVE AHEAD OF US. YOU KNOW THAT I WILL HAVE A BIG DRINK READY. I WILL MIX UP ANYTHING YOU WANT. I HAVE TO CUT SHORT BY BROTHER JUST CALL AND THEY TOOK MY MOM TO THE HOSPITAL. LATER

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.01 at 10:16:53 PDT

Bob...we will be coming in Wed sometime. Our drive is about 12 hrs. I think and we will definatly need a drink when we get there. Will you be tending the bar??? lol.. can't wait. I'm starting to get really excited. Oh and I guess you already have our son's roster #? Proud mom of PVT Thomas Folmar #115.

said zuzu1117 2007.04.01 at 09:51:07 PDT

ANGIE I GOT THAT PICTURE POSTED. GOOD LOOKING YOUNG MAN. THANKS FOR THE HELP WITH STEVE. I HAVE ALOT OF GROUP PICTURES AND WORKING HARD ON PUTING NAMES WITH THEM. BOB

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.01 at 09:46:41 PDT

ANGIE I GOT THAT PICTURE POSTED. GOOD LOOKING YOUNG MAN. THANKS FOR THE HELP WITH STEVE. I HAVE ALOT OF GROUP PICTURES AND WORKING HARD ON PUTING NAMES WITH THEM. BOB

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.01 at 09:46:35 PDT

OK MRS. MCVEY (HAHAHAHA) ANGIE I MEAN YOU AND JIM WONT HAVE A PROBLEM GETTING IN. JUST TELL THEM WHO YOU ARE THERE TO SEE. THEY ALL READY KNOW WE ARE MEETING WEDS, NIGHT AND HAVEING A COOKOUT ON THURS.(I CHECK ON ALL THAT BEFORE WE STARTED TALKING ABOUT THIS) FLOOR IS DONE AND NOW I CAN WATCH MY RED WINGS PLAY TODAY AND TOMORROW IS THE HOME OPENER FOR THE TIGERS. BOY I LOVE APRIL BASEBALL HOCKEY PLAY OFF AND A BIG PARTY TO GO TO HOOAH. LATER BOB PV2 Adam Daig dad

said PV2DaigsDad 2007.04.01 at 09:40:06 PDT

By the way..the picture next to my comments has Jamie on the right, and his cousin Steven Dellinger on the left who is in the 3rd platoon (I believe). But I don't know his roster number and I don't think I've even seen his family post here. Do you need any pictures of our James #428 for your poster? Thanks for doing that, by the way, it's a very nice gesture. Everyone likes to look at pictures, I think! Angie

said mcvey428 2007.04.01 at 09:33:15 PDT

PLEASE BOB---STOP WITH THE MRS. MCVEY!!! Right now!!! And I mean it!! :) Call me Angie! Count me & Jim in...We'll be there Wed night for sure. Can't wait to meet everyone. Hopefully there won't be a problem with us getting into the Creek, since we're not staying there. Angie

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