Annette Laarakkers's Discussions

Addressing superiors

Started this discussion. Last reply by Brad Aug 9, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes

This is going to be one crazy question but I am an English major and as part of my major work I have to write a story. My story is centered around the Navy and in particular one of the people that…Continue

For the Injured

Started this discussion. Last reply by Chuck Sep 8, 2011. 1 Reply 1 Like

I was on facebook browsing through some friends pages when I came across the following information and thought one of you Dad's might well be interested or perhaps the women folk attached to this…Continue

Australia!!!!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Annette Laarakkers Jul 5, 2011. 3 Replies 1 Like

Hi one and all, I jsut read on the 7th Pacific Fleet page that the GW is heading down under ie here to Australia. Hopefully they'll come to Sydney otherwise what I'm about to say next is completely…Continue

Women on Ships

Started this discussion. Last reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) Mar 17, 2011. 1 Reply 0 Likes

Hi and I hope you all forgive my ignorance for this seemingly simple question: The women that serve on board ships, both enlisted and officers, do they have their own quarters seperate to the men or…Continue

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Your Sailor's First Name (Please Do Not Post SEAL Names): Leeanne

What Is Or Will Be Your Sailor's Rating (Job Classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc: MM

Describe A Little About Yourself (your IP address/location will be checked::: Married with two gorgeous girls. Recently moved to Australia with my second husband for work puposes. My daughter chose to stay behind so she could persue her dream of serving in the navy.

What Brought You To This Site:: My daughter is recently enlisted

What Were Your Feelings When Your Sailor Joined The Navy:: I was impressed

What Is Your Relationship With Your Sailor: Daughter

Please Share: How Did You Find Us?: I was dircted to this sight from the Navy for Mom's sight. I was asking questions that they couldn't really answer.

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It's getting closer

Posted on January 23, 2011 at 4:05pm 2 Comments 0 Likes

I always put crazy titles on blogs as they make you laugh and get you all curious as to what it's about.

Firstly, let me say thank you for the warm welcome to the site from the Admin and co-admin people, it's really appreciated. Leeanne hasn't even left for Boot Camp yet and already I have questions!! Is it true they don't eat or sleep for the first 40 hours? If so, I welcome it for her, toughen her up and make her realise what she is capable of.

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At 10:52am on January 24, 2011, E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…: Annette, Welcome Aboard!

When my son first enlisted in the Navy I found NavyForMoms in searching for answers to his future. I just knew their had to be a site for dads like n4m's but I was wrong. So I started this site so us dads would also have a place to call home. We have many moms on the site and benefit greatly from their point of views and we are willing to help the moms in any way we can. So jump right in share concerns, join groups, share info, and show off your Sailor's. I hope this site benefits you and your family throughout your daughters journey in the Navy. Thank Leeanne for her service for me and thanks again for joining us.

Sincerely, E.G.

At 8:29pm on January 22, 2011, NavyDads Admin, Tim said…: Welcome aboard Annette.
I would like to take this time to point you in some of the right directions. For starters if you haven't had the time take a look at the right side of any page you click on. There you will find some useful information for you. The links under the about this site will help you with how this site got started, navigation, PIR, About us, community guidelines and some links to some of the groups that beginners with a lot of questions will find very useful.
First and foremost though, we are all here for the same reason. We are curious about what our young sailors are getting into and for more information about the rate or job that they will be doing for the next 4-6yrs of their lives. I know when I first got here I had lots of questions and there was not a lot of people on this site but they all were either going through the same thing or had been through it and had sailors out in the fleet. Now this site has grown to over 2000 members, Dads, Moms, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, sisters, brothers, girlfriends and boyfriends. Don't be afraid to ask questions of members in here because somewhere along the way we have all had the same questions and asked. There are a lot of knowledgeable people on this site with various years of experience in the NAVY either on their own account or through their Sailors.
Again welcome aboard and BRAVO ZULU to you and your daughter Leeanne on her enlistment and please thank her for me for making the choice to defend the freedoms that my family, this country and I have and enjoy.
Navy dads Co-admin Tim

At 4:57pm on January 22, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said…: Annette, Welcome to NAVYDADS. My Grandson joined the Navy and went to Boot Camp in February, 2008. When I joined I knew nothing about the Military and this site has really helped me understand what to expect and has relieved some of the worries I had. Please go to the Groups Page and check out of the different Group and join in to learn more about what your Guy or Girl will be learning and doing. We are a big family here and you can find answers to most any question you may had regarding what is in store for your recruit. You will find others that are new to the Navy along with those that have Loved Ones that has been in for some time. We like to hear about your recruit the good times, the concerns and the question. I think you will find that our member are just a great big family and everyone wants to help other understand what to expect and hear how your recruit is doing.

Please feel free to ask question.

Again Welcome and keep us updated of your recruit’s progress.

HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!

At 4:44pm on January 22, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…: Welcome to NavyDads !

Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but nagivation remains the same.

At 4:43pm on January 22, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…: Welcome to NavyDads.com Annette! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new friends. Read the discussions and add your comments. Browse through the postings in the various groups or start a new one. I certainly have! If you have any comments, questions or concerns about your sailor and what she is going through...be sure to post them! In my experience someone here can answer your questions or concerns or can point you in the direction to find out. I'm blessed to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) is stationed on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) recently completed her enlistment on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Annette this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Leeanne is doing! Please remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors and the fleet in mind. On the right or starboard side of every NavyDads page is an area we call About This Site. Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link for some guidelines as to what we should and should not talk about in a public forum.

As a parent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your daughter is going through. In the Navy Bootcamp group is a discussion called A MUST READ for all New Navy Parents. Read through this post as it will do a lot to give you some understanding about what your sailor is learning and why. And be sure to check out the videos available in the Bootcamp Group as well.

As PIR draws closer, be sure to spend some time going through the PIR-Tips, Hints and Helps group- we’ve tried to assemble some tips and suggestions to make your sailor's PIR more enjoyable. Best Regards- Paul

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