I already miss him

[iheartmycadet]

It's killing me not to know how today is going for him already. I miss him so much already. Don't get me wrong, I am proud of him and we are going to do this thing no matter what. I am in it for the long haul but it's hard not to call him and see how today went. I want to check in and ask him,"So...how'd it go?" "Did they yell a lot?" "Are you so excited and do you love it?" There is just so much I want to ask him and I can't...It's driving me crazy but it's good to get used to it now. I love him so much! I hope he's doing ok. I hope they're all ok.

[proudwife]

I know what you mean...I am so sad...I feel anxious, stressed, good lord....I wish I could talk to him also...they probably wont be able to call us on WED either...who knows...Hang in there...I know it is hard but I know they miss us as much as we do and this will only bring us all closer...

[CDT_GF]

During orientation yesterday, we realized that his cell phone does not get any reception at the academy. Hopefully, there is a phone that they can use to call home if calling home is even permitted on wed night.

I know what you mean...I am so sad...I feel anxious, stressed, good lord....I wish I could talk to him also...they probably wont be able to call us on WED either...who knows...Hang in there...I know it is hard but I know they miss us as much as we do and this will only bring us all closer...

[iheartmycadet]

I mean I know they are allowed to use their cell phones (if they work, (Im really sorry his doesn't but maybe a roommate might let him use their's.)) at only 8-9pm each night. It says on the website that they are not allowed to use their phones the first week or two but I don't know if that is still the case. I hope he can at least text. I miss him SOOO much. I just want to hear I LOVE YOU. UGH!

[Mom]

Those that had ATT tended to have problems at the academy. Often, roommates would loan their phones to others during the hour to allow everyone to get a few minutes. I know my son loaned his to one of his roommates who didn't get reception.

Don't send text messages during the day to your cadet. If your cadet leaves his phone on, and it is beeping and a staff walks in and hears it outside of calling hours, it may not be pretty.

Remember the academy is a 24 hour place. If your cadet is talking and the phone just goes dead, don't call back. Two to one, staff walked in. He'll call you when he can.

Remember, there is a LOT of work after hours. While he is talking to you, he also has a ton of paperwork, memos, boots and brass needing shining, uniforms to prepare, and numerous other things to do. If he is distracted, be understanding. If he only has 5 minutes, even though you know he has the whole hour, be understanding.

[christeeny]

Gosh...I hope we hear from them tonight. I totally understand if my hubby can't, but I already miss his voice. I'm with iheartmycadet....I want to know how everything went today. One of the speakers from yesterday's orientation said they will allow them to make calls from 8-9....I hope that pertains to today. This is going to be a long 6 months....but once it's over, I know we will all think it was worth it.

[dw]

Gosh...I hope we hear from them tonight.No news is good news, remember that. Very good news. :wink:

[bcjack]

Keep in mind that when you post things like "I miss xxxxx" and the like, you may be adding extra pressure and stress to someone who needs neither one. Please try your best to be only positive and supportive of your Cadet and don't go overboard with you "miss them", "want them", "worry about them", etc.

Pass on my best wishes to your Cadet and remind them of how proud you are of them and how great it will be when they receive their badge and embark on a very noble career.

[Mom]

I agree with BCJack. And don't just ask them about their day. Yes, you want to know exactly what happened all day today (Yes, it was hard, yes they yelled.) But, they need to hear about your day too. Something different than remembering all the yelling. And tonights calls will be important, they need to be making insurance and other important decisions. They need to make sure they have all SSNs of the kids, they need all the birthdates, etc... And while they probably know them, with all that has gone on today, they may not remember.

[CDT_GF]

It's half past 8 and I haven't heard from him. I'm assuming they are not able to use their phones tonight. Have any of you ladies heard from your cadet?

[Hezawrad]

haven't heard anything...kept the phone close too. hopefully they're getting a break or some much needed rest at least

[maximus]

Don't worry too much. There is a lot going on the first few days. If I remember right they will probably be doing paperwork and getting pep talks from the seniors. It wont be too long before he will be calling every night.

[proudwife]

Hello everyone, My hubby called me, it was for 5 minutes, But it felt so good to hear his voice. My kids were very excited...He said that it was petty tiring today and classes had just ended at 9:00pm so they had to study and go to bed..he could not say much since his phone charger was in the car and battery was low..:cry:
He said the rules changed a bit and they will be/might be able to use the phone this week between 8-10pm depending what time the classes end.
GOOD NEWS RIGHT!!!!!:smile:

[HAMMY]

My Hubbie called too! It was really short, but I didn't care. It was just good to say hi:smile:

[rayni]

You beat our time w/ the first call. I think ours (CTC I-07) was 30secs. (imagine exhaustion heavy breathing) Him "Babe, Hello, Luv u guys" Me "How are u?" Him "it was rough babe it was rough luv u bye " click Me "huh?" It'll get better & like DW said "no news is good news" That applies the WHOLE 27 weeks. So when there's EVOC & various test if you haven't heard how it went it's fine. Just means he isn't on his way home. GOOD LUCK

[4theBF]

I am feeling the same as everyone. Today is the 2nd day and I haven’t heard anything from him yet. But under some circumstances I guess that might be good. I did not receive a call last night but I wasn’t expecting to until Wednesday. Both of the orientations we attended said they would have to earn phone privileges. So, I'm not sure when I will get the call. I am just so anxious to know how the day went. At least he's through the first day! Then again... I'm through the first day too.

[LovemyCADET08]

I was so excited to hear his voice, he was exhausted and it was a 60 second phone call. "hi babe, just wanted to let you know I'm fine and I have more work than time to do it in, so I can't talk, I love you and I miss you, I will try to call tomorrow." Me,"Ok Love you, YOU GOT THIS!! I am so PROUD of you! LOVE YOU!" "K tell Nate I love him too," click....I got called around 10PM. His voice never sounded so good!

Our men and women are so strong and up for this challenge, they will get through this part. Eye on the badge!

Deep breath and on we go! :biggrin:

[iheartmycadet]

That makes me feel great because I didn't hear from my cadet last night and it killed me. I wanted to hear his voice even for a minute last night. It was really hard. His mom called at like 11 to tell me that he didn't call her either and I thought it was him because I have the same ringtone for his cell phone and home phone. OMG, i wanted to cry. It was aweful! (I am going to change that today). I can't do that again.

No news is good news, remember that. Very good news. :wink:

[Mom]

No news is good news. Its hard I am sure, but at least its not "I'm coming home." (Don't let him make THAT call...) There is a LOT to get done and even those who did get a call, the call time was minimal. It could be a a company just didn't get time.

[iheartmycadet]

Your totally right about that. Thank you mom. I appreciate that. It is hard today but every day gets better. And don't worry, this has been my boyfriends dream for a long time, don't worry about him quitting. He might say it but I wont let him. He wants it too bad. Some days are just going to be tough, He can get through it. One day at a time. It will all be alright. Thanks again!

No news is good news. Its hard I am sure, but at least its not "I'm coming home." (Don't let him make THAT call...) There is a LOT to get done and even those who did get a call, the call time was minimal. It could be a a company just didn't get time.