"Chris, any advice on how the cover letter should be written? My son just took his ACT as the SAT was too old and has just about everything together in his package for submittal."
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old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"At the top of this discussion page,,about 4 inches up there is a link to "Click here for some Nuclear Field Information" In there there is a link to the description of what an MM EM and ET do in the nuke field. My son is an EM also.…"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"sorry about the repost, had to correct something"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"I think that pretty much covers it! I added before that if one of the other sailors screws up in class or about class they could all be de-phased. There were 2 times in his A school this happened. He was phase 3 at thanksgiving, had started A…"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"It is done in phases individually and by class. 3 rd phase they can leave base after class depending on classs grade and physical. But if one sailor screws up they all go back to phase 1 and start over. In two months my son had weekends off in…"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Yes they are allowed, that is what we did. There are however limits on where she can take them at GC and she should follow those limits to the letter. The USO does a great job at the airport and there should be a rep there for the grad and go…"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"HI, I have been reading about some of our sailors not passing the various parts of the pipeline, A school, power and prototype. These are really smart kids and will land on their feet. One young man who has stayed with us for a few holidays didnt…"
old Lt replied to mark hartman's discussion Sub vs Carrier in the group Navy Nukes"Tell your sailor to join Groupon for Charleston. They email a coupon for usually 50% off for restaurants, fast food, attractions etc. Sometimes it beats the military discount when there is one available."
old Lt replied to mark hartman's discussion Sub vs Carrier in the group Navy Nukes"The show was called "Carrier" and was co-produced by Mel Gibson. 10 segments. Not much about nukes tho, except that no one in the lower enlisted ranks seemed to know "what goes on down there" Watch the show it was very well done."
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Bill, have him put the chit in. Mine did a few times and was granted the time."
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Just to show that there is a mixed bag for assignments, my son was offered ET or EM at BC and given 2 days to decide. They even let him speak to 2 sailors in those rates to help him decide. He chose EM and is now about to start prototype in GC."
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Hi Mark, one of the things we need to realize is that they, our kids, are adults now and we, as parents, may not be in the loop. The Navy may tell us about phone calls but that may not materialize. My son had the same pneumonia symtoms as the…"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"Oh he did say that there are a boat load of people on grad hold. He thought it would have been longer before he classed up. He is an EM"
old Lt commented on John Augustine's group Navy Nukes"My son just graduated Power School in early October and is starting prototype in December. He had 9 or 10 days leave then he was back and will apparently stay on at GC. He had an apartment just before he left. They have real nice places nearby…"
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- At 11:19pm on February 3, 2011,
Michele said… - Chris, I'm glad you have found your way to NavyDads. Thank you for your service at NYPD, and same to your son for his choice to serve in the USN. I really enjoy meeting and connecting with so many of my fellow Navy families who are just as proud of their Sailors. There is so much the Navy offers our sons and daughters. Blue Skies!
- At 3:24pm on October 13, 2010,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Christopher, 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 my hope is that this site will benefit Navy families that follow behind us. So jump right in share concerns, join groups, share info, and show off your Sailor. I'm so glad to find out their are so many proud Navy Dads just like myself. I hope this site benefits you and your family throughout your sons journey in the Navy. Thank Christopher for his service for me and for yours as well. Thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
- At 8:57pm on October 10, 2010,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads !
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- At 8:57pm on October 10, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Christopher! 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 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 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) just completed her five-year enlistment on the carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Christopher 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 your osn 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
- At 8:26am on October 10, 2010,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said… - Welcome aboard to Navy Dads Christopher! 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 will brag a little here and tell you that I was the first dad outside of the creator’s family to join this site. After two years, E.G. and Paul asked me to become one of the co-administrators. I was honored. But this is not about me, it’s about you and your Sailor!
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. This is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Christopher is doing!
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
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