"Congrats to those with passing kids.
As mine enjoys power school, we see the light at the end of the tunnel is probably Amtrak, but maybe not.
BZ"
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Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"I made a mistake...she is a non rate FN now. After A school is done she can call herself an EM."
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Her "rating" is her job field after passing the tests for it. EM, MM, ET, AO, GS, etc. Her rating will usually be the same for entire career.
Her "rate" will be her paygrade, at this point, E3, or Fireman if in…"
Bill replied to mark hartman's discussion Sub vs Carrier in the group Navy Nukes"My son asked me many times which way I would go if I had been faced with his choice when I served. Since I was a GSE, we were surface, but 200 man crew max depending on type of ship.
Many things I read above are true regarding subs, and we shared…"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"LOL@ the comments regarding nerdy nukes. Magic the gathering (or Dungeons and Dragons in our day) would have gotten ya thrown outta MP division and sent to hang with the twidgets!
All in good fun.
"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Thanks for the info. My sons says a few hints were dropped that they may have a leave avail at end of JAN before powerschool starts.
I think it will all be ok, he loves the Navy, just wishes he could get into ps faster rather than hanging…"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Thanks Paul. Actually my dad still does to me and I PIRd in 88. :)"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Micheal, isdem and Zazz, thanks for your insight and support. What wonderful sailors you have and blAH BLAH BLAH.
Lets see, I get it. His grandpa got it. His great grandpa got it (sunk by Germans and swam well enough to do it…"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Thanks guys. I served, got out as a GSE2. Spent Christmas away from home many times. He is just very sad that with all the other classes getting 2 weeks and them being told suck it up so they can stand 12 hour 3 section watch on…"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Well, leave it to the Navy....my son, high grades through A school, has been turned bitter already. Grad dec 9th, no leave. Get shafted standing 12 on 24 offs until the 27th, no Christmas for you. Oh, you can have 5 days of leave…"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Old Lt
Thanks, sounds like when I was in. I told my son it sounded odd, and petty (typical Navy BS iirc) to make them stay over Christmas when they graduated this week and will be milling about smartly for 2 months. As I used to…"
Bill commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Congratulations to class 1149a! My FN becomes MM3 today! Great job Pat and friends.
Weird thing: they have a month or two of wait for power school, but can only take leave from Dec. 27 to Jan 2 according to his…"
Bill left a comment for Tampa Bay Ron"Patrick is graduating a school dec 9th and will be driving home at Christmas. I hate to say it but I do not recall his class #. They start power school in February. I know that Pat cannot leave school until the day after xmas (some…"
"Hi Bill, I live in the St. Pete area. My son starts MM A school on Monday (Class 1206A). His plans right now are to stay in SC during Thanksgiving and then fly home for Christmas and then drive his car back. He has a friend from high…"
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- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Patrick
- What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
- Nuke MM
- Describe a little about yourself:
- Proud single parent of my sailor. I served in the USN as a GSE2 aboard USS Kinkaid when the Berlin Wall was coming down.
- Prior Military Experience
- Proud Navy Veteran
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is recently enlisted (before PIR), My son is currently serving
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- I am gonna miss him. I am not going to miss feeding him.
JK.
Sorta
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- Google search return hunting for RTC and Nuke school info.
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- At 5:54pm on November 11, 2011,
Tampa Bay Ron said…
Hi Bill, I live in the St. Pete area. My son starts MM A school on Monday (Class 1206A). His plans right now are to stay in SC during Thanksgiving and then fly home for Christmas and then drive his car back. He has a friend from high school who is also in MM A school and they plan to travel together. I'm sure they can hook up sometime and make the trip. How long has your son been in A school. Class #?
- At 3:31pm on August 27, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said… - Welcome aboard Bill.
I would like to take this time to point you in some of the right directions. 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 4-6 yrs 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 son Patrick on his enlistment and please thank him 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
- At 10:26am on August 26, 2011,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads.com Bill! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new friends. Read the discussions and add your comments. Browse through the postings in the various groups or start a new one. If you have any comments, questions or concerns about your sailor and what he 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 direction to find out. I'm blessed to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) was on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and just reported to HSL-37 in Hawaii. My daughter Kat is a Navy vet and was stationed on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Bill this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Patrick 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. On the right or starboard side of every NavyDads 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 not talk about in a public forum.
As a parent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your son is going through. In the Navy Bootcamp group is a discussion called A MUST READ for all New Navy Parents. Read through this post as it will do a lot to give you some understanding about what your sailor is learning and why. And be sure to check out the videos available in the Bootcamp Group as well.
As PIR draws closer, be sure to spend some time going through the PIR-Tips, Hints and Helps group- we’ve tried to assemble some tips and suggestions to make your sailor's PIR more enjoyable. Best Regards- Paul
- At 10:25am on August 26, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- 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.
- At 6:11pm on August 25, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said… - Welcome aboard Bill! When my son first enlisted, I was a little scared and worried for him. Not coming from a military family at all, I had no idea what to expect. What I found out was that he had made the most mature decision of his life! I found lots of answers to my questions right here on NavyDads.com.
I have one sailor in the family - my son Stephen is an AWO2. (Air warfare systems operator) He is a Petty Officer 2nd Class and flies in the P-3 Orion sub hunter. Currently he is with VP-45 in Jacksonville, FL. However he is now on his first deployment. This is a great place to brag about Patrick as well!
I also don't miss feeding my sailor either. Man oh man could that kid eat! Now it's his wife's job!
We do ask that you remember that we talk about the Navy here and we must keep the security and safety of our sailors in mind at all times. On the starboard side of every Navy Dads page is an area we call “About Us.” Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link and the NavyDads Guidelines link. Also check out the FAQs at the top of the pages, and also on the starboard side. There is lots of information there as well. Also be sure to check out the “Navy Dads Tutorial” in the FAQ section. It’s a short video that will help you to navigate around the site.
Also be sure to stop by the NavyDads official store- Navyoutfitters.com. The Navy Blue tee shirt with the NavyDads.com logo is my favorite! Again, welcome and we’ll see you around the fleet! GO NAVY! HOOYAH!
Best Regards- Jim
- At 5:08pm on August 25, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said… - Bill, 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 Groups and join in to learn more about what you Guy or Gal will be learning and doing. We are a big family here and you can find answers to most any question or concern you may have regarding what is in store for you recruit. You will find others that are new to the Navy along with those that have Loved Ones that has been in for some time. We like to hear about you recruit the good times, the concerns and the questions. 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 recruit is doing.
Please feel free to ask questions.
I would also like to Thank You for your Service.
Again Welcome and keep us updated as to you recruit’s progress.
HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- At 4:55pm on August 25, 2011,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Bill, Welcome Aboard!
Let me start by saying I'm so glad you've found us. When my son first enlisted in the Navy I began to research what would be in his future. After countless hours searching the Internet and still being left with so many unanswered questions, I was inspired to create this site to ease the burden on Navy families that followed behind me. Our community consists of Navy Dads, Moms, Grandparents, Spouses, Siblings, etc. which are a valuble resource for knowledge.
Your involvement is "key" to learning about what your Sailor will be doing and more importantly, teaching Navy life to others that follow in your shoes by documenting what you have learned along the way. So jump right in, share concerns, share info, and show off your Sailor. I hope this site benefits you & your family throughout your sons journey in the Navy. Thank Patrick for his service from me and for yours as well. Thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely,
E.G.
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