All Blog Posts (898)

Posted in status last night and didnt give me the characters for everything I needed.  Still new and figuring the site out.  Anyway, son leaves from Nashville, TN on 04Feb2013.  Anyone else leaving this week?  From what I read we can count 8 Fridays from then for PIR.  Is this fairly accurate?  Have I mentioned how proud we are?  Oldest graduates college in May and youngest from Navy boot and A School.  Great year.

I just got the second call (the "I'm OK" call) from my son in Ship 14 DIV 093. We only had 6 minutes, but it was great to hear from him! He mentioned that he may ship out to A school right after graduation and our time may be limited before he leaves. Anyone else hear that? I was under the impression that he would have at least a day with us to hang out within 50 miles of the base. 

Got a call from my SR today.  He's competed the FAST program and is now in Ship 13, Division 104.  Anyone else have family in this division?

Well my son Nick shipped out yesterday to bootcamp at Great Lakes Ill. Bitter sweet, now I know how my mom felt when I left back in '87. He's going to do great, I know. He is a lot better prepared than I was. So very proud! I know the Navy is a little strong today! I pray the Lord to give him strength, courage and confidence. Love you son, your always in my heart.

First time blogger here. Has anyone gotten a second call yet ? I've been getting letters , but hoping for a call.

hello to all you dads, my son graduated rtc on nov 30th and just wanted to say it was one of the proudest moments of my life. the feeling of pride that you will have when your sons division and the other divisions come marching in cannot be described. we as dads have all done the best we can to try and guide our sons in the right direction. when your son is standing there to the applause of thousands of people you and he will both know what all the effort was for.  a tip for everyone for…

got a call from my son yesterday, hes up at the greatlakes boot camp, we was so happy to hear from him!...hes doing well and is looking forward to grad day :) he is a performer and will have the Utah Flag :) go Div-908!!

My girlfriend's bunk mate was caught with liquor locked up in her closet during a health and wellness inspection received a 341 and will have to report in front of the Master Chief on Monday. We were all going to go out on leave together for the holidays. Both of the girls are old enough to drink, and weren't intoxicated. Any idea what may happen? I really am hoping that they don't get stuck on base.

Talked to my daughter a couple days ago and she said they may get leave from graduation till she starts A school in Charleston on Jan 6th. Has anyone heard anything on this subject?

Thanks Bob

PROUD father

Just got word that my son is on ship 14 div 078. Can anyone tell me when his PIR will be?

  I have never written a blog before, but here goes. First thing I need to do is say thanks for the warm welcome. It was one week ago today at this same time of day, that i dropped her at the recruiting station. After a kiss and a hug she walked away with a smile on here face and a tear on mine. After she checked in at the hotel I picked her up for (what we hope to be) a final civilian meal with the family(atleast for a long time). I made it the next morning to MEPS in time for the…

After earlier letter stating he will be getting leave after graduation, I received another letter today casting some doubt on leave. Hope not, already purchased round trip airfare for him to come home. To soon to panic yet. Graduation still 4 weeks away. On positive note he said he made section leader due to excellent inspection reports. He sounds very positive and dedicated.

Hello all. Im happy to be here and proud to say Im a sailor dad. Im going to see my son in yokosuka soon and am wondering if anyone can let me know of affordable places to stay.

I guess I am not stating anything new for the Senior Navy Dads but PIR last Friday was simply an inspirational experience. When my son's division paraded into the hall past us I did not even recognize him as he walked 20 yds in front of me. What a change 8 weeks of bootcamp can make in a young man. My wife and other sons were saying "there he is" while I am saying "where? where?". I finally saw him and was struck by the thought that I did not recognize my own son. Crazy! We are very proud of…

Port.JPG. To get to Mayport the Big E had to go south of the hurricane.  Heath said some of the waves came over the flight deck.  Big E did loose part of the netting at the bow.

BOw Damgae.JPG.  We head down get some breakfast.  We continue to tour the ship.  Head up the…

Sorry for delay in getting to this, but my sailor's only internet after we returned was his phone & not good typing on it.

Awake at 4:15 am to get packed up breakfast & try to catch the 1st shuttle out. 5:15 am the 1st shuttle filled up fast missed it, but got the second one about 5 minutes later.  The people organizing this did an excellent job.  For future Tigers, have you sailor get you the list of hotels on their list to be able to take advantage of the free…

My Daughter Angela just call ed to say that she been in P hold for 2 weeks. and should start processing Monday. she also said that she was in the 900 division for being in the band. She seems really happy Is this common to be on hold for 2 weeks.