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Comment by Perry Zimmerman on June 28, 2013 at 11:35am

Words well spoken by Paul .........

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on June 28, 2013 at 10:46am

Just a general word of advice from someone that has been there....you'll go crazy trying to photograph everything and experience it all at once....take the time to savor it!!!  Breathe the air and take a minute to reflect on what you are experiencing and where you are....those memories will leave a lasting impression. Watch your sailors and his/her shipmates.....talk to people and take time to watch the waves.  You'll probably never get another chance to feel the air on your face from the deck or elevator on a Nimitz-class carrier so listen to the sounds of the hull as it slices though the water and the color of the water- you'll be surprised at how deep blue it is once you get offshore a ways.  Notice how the deck moves and the smells and sights and sounds of flight ops.  Live the experience....I was so hung up on getting the pics that at first I think missed a lot.....most of all, enjoy the time you get with your sailor.  Second night my son and I just sat and talked about a million different things.....one of the best times ever for me!!!!

Comment by Perry Zimmerman on June 28, 2013 at 10:24am

I bought a $200 pocket camera from Walmart, two extra rechargable batteries, four memory chips (something like 8MG each), and a battery charger.  For me it was money well spent.  I filled up all of my memory chips, but like Paul says, video is a real memory hog.  But video of an underway replenishment,  the plankton at night from the Stern, or other operational exercises, especially with your child, is something you'll always cherish. 

Mr. Johnson mentions a jacket, that's a definite item to bring.  I brought some of my old camos and old military (steal toe) boots.  The camos made me feel out of place and only lasted a hour or so,  but those boots paid off.  Jeans with no holes are good.

Do you get sea sick? If you do, a patch behind your ear from your family MD might not be a bad idea before you go.  Over-the-counter dramamine works (but it before you leave), but it'll make you tired.  In any case it's good to know that "Sick Bay" aboard ship is not authorized to treat civilian Tiger Cruise members unless it's a life threatening illness. .............

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on June 28, 2013 at 8:08am

as far as the camera question....I took more than 545 photos on my two day cruise so you need to plan ahead accordingly--- and remember that any video is a real memory hog so make sure you have the space on your phone

Comment by John Johnson on June 28, 2013 at 7:59am

I used the camera of my Iphone on my tiger cruise. Be sure to pack a jacket. You will need it.

Comment by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on June 28, 2013 at 7:50am

Correct Laurie....there are edges, corners, and barriers everywhere on a carrier......if you do fall in the hanger deck or flight deck the non-skid that is everywhere would really tear up the knees and shins.

Comment by Laurie Wiesenberg on June 28, 2013 at 7:37am

Forrest, our sailor said long jeans (or pants of some sort)...for safety more than anything. He also said for my husband to bring a sweatshirt for the berthing, apparently he gets the top bunk and its cold!

Comment by Forrest Glass on June 28, 2013 at 7:24am

What did you guys wear most of the time on your TC?  Jeans? Shorts?  Do you recommend cameras or is a cell phone camera sufficient? 

Any other advise not already mentioned??

Thanks

 

Comment by Robert Durham on June 21, 2013 at 8:36pm

Laurie,  I sent you a friend request with personal message.

Comment by Laurie Wiesenberg on June 20, 2013 at 7:57am

Robert, pm me your email I have the form and can send to you!

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