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Dan Breen replied to Kerry John Dykes's discussion Graduation on April 15th? in the group Navy Boot Camp
"Why is your son wanting to change rates?  Sometimes it is hard to change, sometimes not.  Always a need for DC.  If he finds another rate he wants, go for it! "
Mar 24, 2011
Dan Breen replied to Kerry John Dykes's discussion Graduation on April 15th? in the group Navy Boot Camp
"Kerry My sons name is Patrick.  We are from St Louis.  I'm a retired Navy Lieutenant Commander.  If the PIR is in Blues I will wear my uniform.  If whites, nope.  I gained too much weight to fit in summer whites since…"
Mar 23, 2011
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Mar 23, 2011
Dan Breen replied to Kerry John Dykes's discussion Need Some Help. in the group Navy Boot Camp
"I was on active duty at great lakes about 10 years ago.  Traffic can be an issure.  My son graduates on April 15th.  Pending on what he wants to do.  I was planning on taking him the Harry Caray Restaurant in downtown…"
Mar 22, 2011
Dan Breen replied to Kerry John Dykes's discussion Graduation on April 15th? in the group Navy Boot Camp
"My son is graduating on April 15th.  I'm still trying to figure out if the sailors will be wearing whites or blues uniform.  I'm also hoping my son ordered the boot camp/PIR video"
Mar 22, 2011
Albert Knies replied to Dan Breen's discussion Day after Grad in the group Navy Boot Camp
"We just went through all this, this past weekend with our son. Amazing to hear all of you saying what happened. We were exactly the same. He left for the airport at 2:30 am Saturday. Plane left at 7:30 pm. We had to buy an all black backpack. We…"
Mar 17, 2011
Steven S replied to Dan Breen's discussion Day after Grad in the group Navy Boot Camp
"Dan ~ My son went to Goose Creek for his A school and was allowed to have everything that we gave him at the airport.  He requested in his last letter that we bring his laptop, cell phone, sweats, shorts, sandals.  It was all put in a…"
Mar 17, 2011
TerriC(Ship09Div077)PIR 2/18/11 replied to Dan Breen's discussion Day after Grad in the group Navy Boot Camp
"Very good suggestion.  We met my son at the airport around 8ish (he was there at 2:30 a.m. and he called at 4:30 wanting his cell phone!  Needless to say I reminded him that we were civilians, HE was military.) to hand off his cell, Ipod,…"
Mar 16, 2011
Dave DeWald replied to Dan Breen's discussion Day after Grad in the group Navy Boot Camp
"According to the Family's Guide To Recruit Training, " If your Sailor is attending A School away from Great Lakes, you may not escort them to the airport, but you may meet them there."  It only states that they are not permitted…"
Mar 16, 2011
Larry E Andrews Jr. left a comment for Dan Breen
"You may want to ask him if he can have them. I think he can but not really sure. I think he can have them some where during A class."
Mar 16, 2011
Dan Breen added a discussion to the group Navy Boot Camp
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Day after Grad

My son is Ship 09, division 135. Question.  A school is not at Great Lakes, he is shipping out the day after grad, on April 16th.  Can we meet his at the airport and hand him civilian cloths, cell phone, and what ever else he might need????See More
Mar 16, 2011
Dan Breen joined E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group
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Navy Boot Camp

Navy Boot Camp: Questions & Answers to what your Sailor will be doing in Navy boot camp at Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes, ILSee More
Mar 16, 2011
Dan Breen replied to Brian Albachten's discussion Proper attire for graduation
"Anyone know what graduation uniform RTC is in on April 15th, Blues or Whites???????  "
Mar 15, 2011
Dan Breen replied to Brian Albachten's discussion Proper attire for graduation
"Anyone"
Mar 15, 2011
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim left a comment for Dan Breen
"Welcome aboard Dan. 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…"
Mar 12, 2011
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin left a comment for Dan Breen
"Dan, 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…"
Mar 11, 2011

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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
LS
Describe a little about yourself:
Retired Navy Commander
Father was a Chief Petty Officer
Prior Military Experience
Proud Navy Veteran
What brought you to this site:
My son is currently serving
What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
Mixed.
What is your relationship with your sailor
Dad

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At 3:18pm on March 16, 2011, Larry E Andrews Jr. said…
You may want to ask him if he can have them. I think he can but not really sure. I think he can have them some where during A class.
At 5:49am on March 12, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said…
Welcome aboard Dan.
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 4-6 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 10:56am on March 11, 2011, E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
Dan, 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 sons journey in the Navy. Thank Patrick for his service for me and yours as well. Thanks again for joining us.

Sincerely, E.G.
At 6:53pm on March 10, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said…
Dan, 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 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 6:32pm on March 10, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
Welcome aboard Dan! I'm so glad that you've joined us. I can't add very much to what’s already been said, but wanted to pop in here and say hello. My son Stephen is an AWO and flies with VP-45 on the P-3 Orion Sub Hunter and is stationed in Jacksonville, FL. Be sure to join the groups that will follow what Patrick is doing with the Navy. If you have questions, usually you can find what you're looking for here. See you around the fleet! Jim
At 5:18pm on March 10, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
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At 5:18pm on March 10, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
Welcome to NavyDads.com Dan! 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) recently completed her five-year enlistment on the carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Dan 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 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 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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