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Graduation Day, 15 May 2009

We received the official letter yesterday that Jeff graduates 15 May 2009. Now we are really getting excited, deciding whether to fly or drive, and where to stay. Can't wait to see him again. He is in Div 195 USS Enterprise; anyone else out there with a son/daughter in that group?

Added by Ulon (Bud) Haynes on April 17, 2009 at 10:18pm — 1 Comment

Quick Tiger Blog

Waiting here for the breakfast buffet to open and get to the USO to sign in and get going! Met with Richard at the Atlanta airport yesterday and then met up with Fred and his father-in-law Tom at the hotel over some beverage. The shirts have attracted some attention and think we have some more potential members- haven't even been to the base yet! Great Weather-- in the 70's when we landed yesterday and there are bunch of dads as giddy as kids on Christmas eve......will try to spend some more…

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Added by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on April 16, 2009 at 4:00am — 6 Comments

Matt's first liberty

Matt had his first liberty over easter and got to come home for 3 days. It was really good to see him he is looking fit as ever. Past his first PST for Pre-Buds. That was a big relief because I know he really stresses over that stuff. He is really enjoying A-School in Chicago which is a big relief because he was so bored in boot camp. He gets to leave A-School at the end of June and gets to head for San Diego he is really looking forward to that and we will be able to drive out and see him on… Continue

Added by Jim on April 13, 2009 at 11:24am — No Comments

Breaking News - Capt Phillips is Freed

HooYah! Go Navy!

Capt. Phillips has been rescued by the Navy's finest. Our Navy SEALS have taken over the life boat and have killed three pirates, captured one, and have freed Capt Phillips. Let the world know that the United States Navy and our SEAL's teams are ready for anything that terrorists and pirates can throw at them. We do have the world's most powerful and best trained Navy on the globe. Thank you to our Navy and the Navy SEALS for freeing Capt. Phillips and bringing this… Continue

Added by E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin on April 12, 2009 at 12:30pm — 2 Comments

What About Dads?

I would like to start by saying Thank you to everyone for all the support you have given my husband and this site. This is what I didn't get. When our son left for boot camp I thought I was the only one that was hurting, EG was very strong until I guess he just could not do it anymore. He stayed on the computer researching everything that he could find out about what was going to happen from point A to B. I went…

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Added by Cindy on April 12, 2009 at 8:00am — 2 Comments

Facebook & Navy should recognize Navy Dads

As soon as I got the email re: NavyDads having a group on Facebook I went onto my page there and joined the group - it showed 2 groups there for whatever reason, so I joined both. Simple enough decision.

On another issue - I would like to encourage every member here at NavyDads to send their Congressmen and Senators, local VA offices, local recruiting offices and whatever or whoever else you can think of letters, emails, personal visits, whatever, requesting that the Navy acknowledge… Continue

Added by Frank D Coon on April 11, 2009 at 9:55pm — 7 Comments

Thank You NavyDads.com

I think from time to time we forget what a valuable resource NavyDads.com has been for us. The information, support, and encouragement available to the members are immeasurable.

Thank you to the site administrators EG, Paul, and Terry for your unwaivering dedication to the members and their sailors.

I will commit to doing my part to "get the word out" and I will also do my best to stay involved on the site.

Added by Paige on April 10, 2009 at 3:26pm — 2 Comments

I Can Add a Blog!

I admit, I never think about adding a blog because it's a "dad's" site. How many dad's are going to read an emotional blog?

Truth is, I want to help others find this site, so I will leave a blog.

I became a member of NavyDads.com to augment my membership on NavyforMoms.com. When my son went to bootcamp in June '08, I was a basketcase. I almost lived on N4M's trying to find some mom's who I could feel connected to and who would help me get through bc hell. That's what it… Continue

Added by Cindy on April 10, 2009 at 2:12pm — 5 Comments

Very Proud Father

My son Matt arrived at Camp Moffit on March 16. I have recieved two letters from him so far. Everything sounds like he is doing real good coping with the situation. He is in Div 926 and will be graduating on May 19

I Will Be There. He has a older broyher who spent 6 yrs in Marines. I went to his graduation and cried like a baby when I saw him march by. So If any if you will be at graduation on May 19, and you see a father crying it will be me. I get choked up reading his letters to his… Continue

Added by Mike Gallo on April 9, 2009 at 8:23pm — 1 Comment

We Lost a Hero Today

We lost one of our surviving Medal of Honor heros today leaving 97 living Medal awardees. I think we all need to take a minute to reflect on these brave American heros and take a moment to bow our heads in prayer and thanks.......

Added by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on April 8, 2009 at 7:58pm — No Comments

NavyDads.com Hits 500 Members!

HooYah! We have hit 500 members! I want to thank everyone for building such a solid foundation here at Navy Dads. This site would not be what it is today without the support and interaction of each and everyone of you. Hitting this mark is a huge accomplishment for our site. We have made friends, shared information, and most importantly, we've been here to support our Sailors. Our new Navy family at NavyDads.com ranges from parents & family members to friends & supporters and also the… Continue

Added by E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin on March 27, 2009 at 9:00pm — 4 Comments

about jon

jonathan is currently serving on te USS Carl Vinson CVN-70. he is working in security and is hoping to get to San Antonio soon to finish his training.....

Added by Kyle Cannon on March 24, 2009 at 10:50pm — No Comments

Son left for Boot Camp

New at this, so hope this is the place to post. My wife and I just got back from seeing our son Jeff leave for boot camp. It left a hollow feeling for both of us, but we are extremely proud of him. We know that everyone on this site has, or is going to, experience the same feeling. God bless all the sons and daughters who make this commitment to serve and protect our country!

Added by Ulon (Bud) Haynes on March 23, 2009 at 8:04pm — 2 Comments

Nimitz Family Day Cruise March 21st 2009

To anyone that has the opportunity to attend a family day cruise, don't pass it up. I was invited by m son too see what he does, it is an opportunity of a lifetime to see what these young men do on a daily basis and to show your support for them.

I will definitely do it again!

Added by Steve Swanner on March 22, 2009 at 1:01pm — No Comments

PIR - 3/20/09

Taking the shuttle was definitely a good move. It was a great experience to see my daughter graduate from Great Lakes.

Added by Tony on March 20, 2009 at 4:02pm — No Comments

Waiting for the shuttle

The shuttle will be leaving the hotel for PIR at 6:30. Trying to figure out how to send my phone pictures to my page.

Tony

Added by Tony on March 20, 2009 at 6:15am — No Comments

Call last night and PIR 5 days away.

My daughter called last night. She said there were permitted the call because her division won a competition. She was very excited and is looking forward to graduation. She said her division still has a chance at being a Hall of Fame division. She said her division is working very hard to be a successful team.

Mara indicated that the tear gas did not affect her much or as bad as others. She indicated tear gas smelled more like when our dog got sprayed by a skunk than curry powder.… Continue

Added by Tony on March 15, 2009 at 10:48am — No Comments

Graduation 6 more days

Matt called yesterday and he just got done with 42 hrs of battle stations. Sounded wore out. But he's spirits are still high. He is ready for Pre-buds to get started though. He gave me the low down on what is going to happen on the 20th. Do we really need to get there four hrs early. Hope someone can help me out here. His mother is getting really antsy she is ready to go now. Can't wait to see the man he is turning into..

Thanks everyone for your support,

Jim

Added by Jim on March 14, 2009 at 7:15pm — 3 Comments

No news is good news

Well Kev has started his third week, @ boot camp and we have heard nothing, and the recruiting office says this is all good, we have sent him a St. Patty's day card and letter and should recieve some news from him soon, we hope. We know there time is limited, and will understand any delay. just keeping our fingers crossed that all goes well for him and all his new friends.

Added by Richard M on March 13, 2009 at 11:23am — No Comments

Dads!! How do you deal with out your son on those "Father, Son" trips? (camping, hunting, fishing....)

I am planning my first Fly Fishing trip without my son, admittedly where are some mixed feelings here. How have you guy's dealt with this?

Added by Dave J.S. on March 12, 2009 at 9:15am — 4 Comments

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