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  NavyDads Admin, Tim March 20, 2011 at 9:25am

  Welcome aboard Betty.
  I would like to take this time to point you in some of the right directions around the site. For starters if you haven't had the time take a look at the right side of any page you click on. There you will find some useful information for you. The links under the about this site will help you with how this site got started, navigation, PIR, About us, community guidelines and some links to some of the groups that beginners with a lot of questions will find very useful. There is also a link called Navy Enlisted Ratings, this link will take you to a brief description of the rates (jobs) in the Navy that you can find your sailors rate and find out some information about the rate that they are in.
  First and foremost though, we are all here for the same reason. We are curious about what our young sailors are getting into and for more information about the rate or job that they will be doing for the next 4-6yrs of their lives. I know when I first got here I had lots of questions and there was not a lot of people on this site but they all were either going through the same thing or had been through it and had sailors out in the fleet. Now this site has grown to over 2000 members, Dads, Moms, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, sisters, brothers, girlfriends and boyfriends. Don't be afraid to ask questions of members in here because somewhere along the way we have all had the same questions and asked. There are a lot of knowledgeable people on this site with various years of experience in the NAVY either on their own account or through their Sailors.
  Again welcome aboard and BRAVO ZULU to you and your Granddaughter Brandi on her enlistment and please thank her for me for making the choice to defend the freedoms that my family, this country and I have and enjoy.
  Navy dads Co-admin Tim
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  E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin March 20, 2011 at 8:44am

  Betty, Welcome Aboard!
  
  When my son first enlisted in the Navy I found NavyForMoms in searching for answers to his future. I just knew their had to be a site for dads but found out I was wrong. So I started this site so us dads would also have a place to call home. I'm new at this and hope this site will benefit Navy families that follow behind me. So jump right in, share concerns, join groups, share info, and show off your Sailor. I hope this site benefits you and your family throughout your granddaughters journey in the Navy. Thank Brandi for her service for me and thanks again for joining us.
  
  Sincerely, E.G.
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  NavyDads Admin (Paul) March 19, 2011 at 8:49pm

  Welcome to NavyDads !
  
  Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've made some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but navigation remains the same.
  
  
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  NavyDads Admin (Paul) March 19, 2011 at 8:49pm

  Welcome to NavyDads.com Betty! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads.com as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new Navy friends.  Be sure to read the discussions add your comments or start a new discussion.  Browse through the postings in the various groups or start a new one. I certainly have! If you have any comments, questions or concerns about your sailor and what she is going through...be sure to post them! In my experience someone here can answer your questions or concerns or can point you in the right direction to find out. I'm blessed to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) is stationed on the carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) recently completed her five-year enlistment on the carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Betty this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Brandi is doing! Please remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors and the fleet in mind at all times. On the right or starboard side of every NavyDads.com page is an area we call About This Site.  Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link for some guidelines as to what we should and should not talk about in a public forum like NavyDads.com. And stop by the NavyDads offical store- Navyoutfitters.com!  Show your support for NavyDads.com by wearing the latest in NavyDads attire.  Best Regards- Paul
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  NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin March 19, 2011 at 1:45pm

  Betty, Welcome to NAVYDADS. My Grandson joined the Navy and went to Boot Camp in February, 2008. When I joined I knew nothing about the Military and this site has really helped me understand what to expect and has relieved some of the worries I had. . Please go to the Groups Page and check out all of the different Group and join in to learn more and meet others who’s guys or gails are in the same Rate as your Loved One. . We like to hear about your Sailors the good times, the concerns and the question. I think you will find that our member are just a great Big Family and everyone wants to help others understand what to expect and hear how your Sailor is doing.
  
  Again Welcome and keep us updated of your Sailor’s progress.
  
  HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!