"Vincent,
My daughter graduated last March (2011) and luckily she was stationed in GL for her A school so she had time off after the awesome ceremony.
Unfortunately, one of her brigade buddies was due to go to Pensacola and his parents went there…"
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Christopher Wood commented on NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group Navy Daughters and their Dads"Ric,
It is difficult during Great Lakes Training...while they can receive letters from family and friends at the beginning, those letters are actually doled out per the Chiefs' choice.
My daughter who did basic from Jan 4 through…"
Christopher Wood replied to Rocketman's discussion Norfolk " Real Estate in the group Navy Daughters and their Dads"Although there are a number of good areas for purchase in and around Norfolk, I'd suggest that your daughter move there first. My daughter was assigned to Norfolk in late May and has been on ship, in and out of port, so she is living…"
Christopher Wood commented on NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group Navy Daughters and their Dads"My Sailor, Alexandra, finally had a short 5-day deployment after her ship, which just camp out of the Maintenance yard since her assignment in late May.
She was not a happy sailor having to live on ship in Newport, and doing a number of…"
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Daughters in the Navy: A group for those of us with Navy daughters serving- either in DEP, at RTC, or in the fleet.See More
Christopher Wood commented on Paige (Billy's mom)'s group Destroyers"Chris H...thanks for the heads up!
Like your sailor, mine is about the same size and also has been 'cross-trained" as a firefighter, amazed at the experience in working within the gear.
She also was proud to have passed her…"
Christopher Wood commented on Paige (Billy's mom)'s group Destroyers"My daughter QMSM, Wood, Alexandra (parents will know that way of addressing FPO letters) finally was able to experience life at sea on the missle destroyer USS Oscar Austin.
I dropped Alex off at Norfolk VA in late May at the…"
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Navy Destroyers: Questions & Answers to what your Sailors life will be like while serving aboard a Destroyer in the United States Navy. See More
Christopher Wood left a comment for E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin"E.G.,
In a letter from S.R. Alexandra (I like the title she has for the while), she says that she recently was put on Ships Staff. As expected, she didn't go into great detail.
Can you lend some insight as to what her duties would…"
Christopher Wood replied to Joseph Gendreau's discussion Son Leaves for Basic on Monday"JG,
Congratulations to your son and your family.
The most difficult transition for you folks will be the 'silence.'
You should start to write immediately...space out the letters. But realize that your son won't…"
Christopher Wood commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Looking for hotels suggestions near the RTC.
My SR is graduating 3/4/11. I have my plane tix, but would like a hotel for the night before. The other nights I'm staying in the north end of Chicago since she has to be back to base by 8:30…"
Christopher Wood left a comment for NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin"Indeed, this is a great site for those of us with no direct military servive, hence the lifestyle of our sailors.
The video of life was great to better understand the Recruit experience since the letters and very brief phone calls can't…"
Christopher Wood left a comment for NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim"Jim ,
I have to admit that most people I know who are veterans were draftees...including all those in my generation, including for my best friend who went into the Air Force ( and has worked for them after his hitch ever since) to evade a…"
Christopher Wood left a comment for NavyDads Admin (Paul)"I'm just learning about this site, so I apologize for not getting back to you sooner. Thabnks for bringing me "on board" and congratulations for having two children in service to our country!!!!
It's so interesting…"
Profile Information
- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Alexandra
- What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
- Quartermaster mate
- Describe a little about yourself:
- I'm a professional, who, because of an accident as a teenager, could not physically serve in military service.
I come from a family that served in almost all branches. My father and one uncle served in the Army; another uncle was in the Coast Guard. All saw action in the European theater in WWII.
My father-in-law was a B-25 pilot in the Pacific, who was shot down in New Guinea in 1945.
In my generation, my brother was in the Army, and I had two brothers-in law who served: one in the Navy the other in the Army. A cousin spent his entire work life as an engineer in the NASA program and as a QC engineer for Grumman Navy aircraft.
Unfortunately, my daughter Alexandra is the only one in her generation who has stepped up to the call for duty.
Although I have not always agreed with the way in which political leaders have employed our military, I have always respected those Americans who have served our nation.
- What brought you to this site:
- my daughter is currently serving
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- Extremely proud! A chance to connect vicariously to the lost opportunity to be connected to the Navy.
After my junior year in high school, I was recruited by the U.S. Naval Academy for football and track, and was quite honored by the interest.
Unfortunately, in the summer prior to my senior year I had a severe accident to my foot, which ended my athletic prowess to leverage acceptance to Annapolis.
My daughter Alexandra turned down small colleges interested in her playing soccer, and decided instead to "do something." She was only interested in the Navy and scored well on her tests and received the duty she wanted...to learn navigation.
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- Internet
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 10:08am on January 29, 2011,
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 hope this site will benefit fathers 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 daughters journey in the Navy. Thank Alexandra for her service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
- At 12:46pm on January 27, 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 nagivation remains the same.
- At 12:46pm on January 27, 2011, 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 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 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 Alexandra 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 10:19pm on January 26, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said… - Christopher, 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 of the different Group and join in to learn more about what your Guy or Girl will be learning and doing. We are a big family here and you can find answers to most any question you may had regarding what is in store for your 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 your recruit 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 recruit is doing.
Please feel free to ask question.
Again Welcome and keep us updated of your recruit’s progress.
HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!
- At 8:59pm on January 26, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said… Hello again Christopher. I was on the phone with the creator of this web site when you came on board. I came back and re-read your profile. Wow! What a wonderful family history. I'm sorry you didn't get to fulfill your dream, but you obviously raised a fine daughter and I have no doubt that you are very proud of her. Keep us posted on how she's doing. Again, welcome aboard!
Jim
- At 8:56pm on January 26, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said… - Welcome aboard Christopher.
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.
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 daughter Alexandra 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
- At 8:27pm on January 26, 2011, 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 Alexandra 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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