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The "Monkey" is gone
Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:13pm

My third son, Michael (Monkey) was picked up about three hours ago, and is on his way to MCRD San Diego for Boot Camp. It is something he has been looking forward to and preparing for for some time now. I believe he will do well. Prayers for him would be appreciated.

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With his Mom.

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With his dog, Buddy. The dog could sense something was going on and whined whenever Michael was around him.

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Demonstrating his prowess and readiness!

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With SSGT Barrios, his babysitter for the evening. Grin

Jerry

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BlueMeanie Ex Member	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #1 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:22pm Congrats Jerry. I'm sure Micheal will do well. Thanks you Michael for your service and stay safe.
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Linda_Howell CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Do not feed the Moderators Posts: 11927 Santa Maria, Ca. Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #2 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:25pm Jeeze Jerry he's just so....young....(do NOT tell him I said that) I'll say a prayer that he remains safe where-ever he eventually is stationed. Also saying a prayer that he, and others like him will one day never be needed.
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Kirk CH.com Alumnus Offline VINIMUS, VIDIMUS, DOLAVIMUS Posts: 2393 Harts Lake, WA Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #3 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:35pm *Well maggot, you volunteered for this shit. Welcome to the suck. Where every day is a holiday, and every meals a feast. Muwahahahahahaha idiot.*
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Re: The "Monkey" is gone
Reply #4 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:39pm

Oh Jerry I will most certainly pray for him. Please check out the website Multimedia File Viewing and Clickable Links are available for Registered Members only!! You need to

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; They have a link for boot camp specific to SD and you can meet up with other parents who's kids are in your sons week of bootcamp. They provide a matrix showing what he does everyday so you can pray specifically for what he is doing. It provides pictures of your son in the chevron newspaper link, and a picture link towards closer to graduation with his platoon picture. Just full of lots of good stuff. Search the site out and get familiar with it. You will be glad you did!

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QnHeartMM CH.com Sponsor Offline I AM a Phoenix! Posts: 1783 San Diego, CA Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #5 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:43pm Jerry be sure to let us know of his progress. If any holidays pop up during periods where he has some freedom, let us know. We'd be happy to host him for a meal.
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Reply #6 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 10:55pm

Wow Blessings all around... He will do really well be sure to keep us posted. You can email me privately too Ree16angel@aol.com with an address when you get one on him... that would be fun to write to him.

You have been such a comfort to me Jerry in all of the deployments my family has dealt with etc... medical issues etc... I want to be here for you as well if there is ever anything we can do for you...

You must be so proud of him...
Love to you
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Kevin_M CH.com Sponsor Offline withered branches grow green again. Posts: 8754 Michigan, USA Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #7 - Feb 23^rd, 2009 at 11:17pm Glad to see his ambition come true, Michael adds even more pride. Congrats!
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George CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Black-Billed Magpie Posts: 8126 Boise, Idaho USA Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #8 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 12:44am Congratulations, Michael...and thank you for your service. All the best, George
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Re: The "Monkey" is gone
Reply #9 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 12:57am

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If you are anything like me, you are probably looking at this picture and saying: "Wait a minute ... Didn't he JUST learn how to crawl ... Ummmm ... last week (or so)?"

Where does the time go?

He is a fine looking MAN ... And he will do you proud!

I am very proud and thankful to him!

Stick that chest out, and walk proud! He is some one to be VERY proud of! You done good, Dad!

Prayers headed his way!

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ANNSIE Ex Member	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #10 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 3:38am Jerry, congratulations for having raised such a fine son ! You deserve to be so proud ! Strong vibes and prayers for Michael and for you and your wife too.
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Jackie CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline Go For It!!! Posts: 5903 Goshen, IN Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #11 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 5:48am Congratulations to Monkey..... He'll do fine, Dad. Keeping him in our thoughts and prayers. Much Love, Jackie
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lashultzwfe CH.com Veteran Offline Make it a Great Day! Posts: 178 Milton,Wisconsin USA Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #12 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 6:45am Oh, Jerry, you did a fine job with this young man. Thank you, Monkey for your service to our country! Prayers heading your way............... Diane
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barry_sword CH.com Alumnus Offline Mountain Biking Keeps Me Sane Posts: 3947 Bracebridge, Canada Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #13 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 6:58am Prayers being sent from Canada for your son's safety.
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Charlie CH.com Alumnus Offline Happy to be here Posts: 18971 Jamestown, NY Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #14 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 9:29am Congratulations Michael. We're behind you all the way here. Such a good looking kid....but they look so young to me...... Just looking at him tells me he'll be fine. Charlie
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midwestbeth CH.com Sponsor Offline Posts: 1123 Edwardsville, IL Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #15 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 9:33am Thank you for your service, Michael. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. You've raised some fine young men Jerry. Beth
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Guiseppi CH.com Moderator CH.com Alumnus Offline San Diego to Florida 05-16-2011 Posts: 12063 SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA USA Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #16 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 9:46am What the queen said! Let us know when he needs a good meal. And tell him not to lose that number!! Congrats dad. Looking forward to the meet and greet when you guys get out here for the graduation. Joe
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Jeannie CH.com Sponsor Offline Live, Laugh, Love.... Posts: 2333 St Louis, Missouri Gender:	Re: The "Monkey" is gone Reply #17 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 10:11am Thank you for serving our country, Michael. Be safe! Congrats, Jerry. I'll be praying for your family. Jeannie
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Re: The "Monkey" is gone
Reply #18 - Feb 24^th, 2009 at 10:19am

ClusterChuck wrote on Feb 24^th, 2009 at 12:57am:

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I wish Michael well. It's wonderful that he is willing to serve his country in this manner.

Great smile - I think back to my boot camp and wonder how long it will take for the DI to wipe it off his face. Kind of a "Holy crap what did I just do to myself".

He will return to you as a man.

The Corps made men out of my two sons.

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