Our son left for RTC, March 16, and should graduate, May 7. He's on Ship 12, Division 184, and hoping to make Navy Diver.
We're proud of his decision to serve, and are anxiously waiting to hear from him.
We support all the young men and women of the N
My son just received this award and was wondering if anyone knew anything about it.
Read more…A call for justice: Fallen Marine’s father takes case against funeral protesters to Supreme Court By Dan Lamothe dlamothe@militarytimes.com YORK, Pa. — Albert Snyder’s eyes well up with tears when recalling his son’s funeral. More than 1,200 peopl
Read more…Hello to everyone who was at last Friday's PIR in the Great Lakes. My son's Div 802 got lots of recognition but all theose men and women were awesome and I am proud to have them all serving our great country. Wasn't it such a emotional moment when th
Read more…My stepson will be going to boot camp in late March and is to be a Bosun's Mate. What exactly does a Bosun's Mate do and are there ways to progress from that into other jobs?
Read more…My Son is going to start A school in GL, what FC School stand for. I know it stands for Fire Control, what exactly is there job in the ships.
has any ones navy son or daughter that has been deployed to afghanistan can give me a idea of what my grandson who is now in A school to be a corspman will experiance when he gets there, as i am very concerned for his well being
Read more…Hi,
My daughter is finishing up her second week at Great Lakes. PIR 4/16/10.
Good Luck to all!
Read more…Basically, any info on how this job operates when you first start out would be much appreciated. I have a passion for cooking, and decided i want to become a CS for the navy. ...So, what exactly am I getting myself into?
Over the last couple of weeks, my wife and I have had a special honor. We go to Baltimore/Washington Int'l Airport and welcome troops back from overseas. This program is sponsored by the USO and is a fantastic experience. There are 5 major points of
Read more…Sean leaves the day after tomorrow for boot and while I have been a silent member for most of my time on NDads, I have learned a lot from reading others' entries over the past months. What you are doing for this network community is a noble and worth
Read more…trying to help my son on his decision, I am non military. My son scored on the ASVAB high enough to qualify for Advanced Electronics and Aircrew. Are they exlusive of each other? He would like to be in the aviation community, does Aircrew have thier
Read more…I just spoke with my son Ronnie. He is graduating from Navy Boot Camp on the 3rd... Love, Pride, Fear... Are the Great Lakes so great???
Read more…I got his box on friday afternoon. I got real emotional, again (god, I didn't know how weak I was). I keep trying to remind myself that I will be seeing him soon. I know this is what he wanted. It's just me that is struggling. I know that in time, I
Read more…My step-son is currently a senior and seriously considering enlisting in the Navy and wanting to be a rescue swimmer. He has not had formal swim training, but is a good athlete (currently wrestling) and in good shape (as a wrestler). I want him to re
Read more…My biggest fear is that I'll try to live vicariously through my son. I always wanted to be a Marine Officer, but didn't do it. I aS of that age at a time when I was too opposed to the war we were fighting to join up. I worked at the Naval Hospital in
Read more…Any Freemasons put there? My sailor & I are both Masons in Wasington DC. I started a Freemason group at Navy for Moms. I invite any Freemason to join there, no matter what jurisdiction or affiliation. Discretion of course is required, and the rules
Read more…Any Freemasons put there? My sailor & I are both Masons in Wasington DC. I started a Freemason group at Navy for Moms. I invite any Freemason to join there, no matter what jurisdiction or affiliation. Discretion of course is required, and the rules
Read more…Wow, I just received "The phone call", that my son won't graduate with his ship mate's, he failed his swimming, I don't even know what he failed, I sat down and wrote him a letter as soon as possiable, telling him to dig in, get pissed, and kick swim
Read more…Just wanting to say to all Father's on this site have the best day ever, relax and have no worries. you dads r the best. And to those dad serving our country may God watch over each and everyone of you. We are so proud of you! Yoo Hoo Go Navy
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