Daughter headed to Boot Camp today, February 9, 2016

[Tracey McCoy]

I am so excited for my daughter Kenzie, who is currently on a plane somewhere between Denver and Chicago! Her Navy Adventure has begun!  But, can anyone tell me what this emotion is that I am feeling? I am prior Navy myself and fully support and respect my daughters decision in joining the Navy. I was probably an influence on why she joined actually. So I am happy about this! But ever since I left MEPS today after the swear in ceremony, I have this weird emotion that I have not had before and am really struggling to define. Not sad (I am happy about this!), maybe melancholy...? I don't know. Maybe I would be feeling the same if I was dropping my kid off at an out of state college or something where contact would be limited to some degree.  I don't really like it! Anyone else experience this weird emotional thing?

All I know for sure is that I am extraordinarily proud of Kenzie and have full confidence that she is going to succeed to the highest level... she always has!

Tracey

[Navy Dads Co-Admin Tom]

I think that we have all felt the same emotion. The realization that our child is growing up and away is a tough one to deal with. I believe that what we are losing is more than replaced by our pride in our children as we watch them become responsible adults. In about 8 weeks, that void will be filled to overflowing....trust me!

[Tracey McCoy]

Thanks Tom! I agree... Becoming an independent responsible adult is my goal for all my kids!