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A Sons Story

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jack K Aug 15, 2011. 3 Replies

I am writing this in the hope that it will educate other fathers and perhaps help other sailors starting their career in the navy, it is my son’s story.First I must give you some background; my son…Continue

A sons story

Started this discussion. Last reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) Aug 16, 2011. 7 Replies

I am writing this in the hope that it will educate other fathers and perhaps help other sailors starting their career in the navy, it is my son’s story.First I must give you some background; my son…Continue

Housing Around Oceana

Started this discussion. Last reply by Chris B. Oct 1, 2010. 2 Replies

After waiting a couple of weeks since A school graduation down in Pensacola my son recieved his orders for C School and Air Sqadron at Oceana. Not what his was hoping for but apparently I'm learning…Continue

Tags: Air Squadron at Oceana, Navy A School, Navy C School, United States Navy, Virginia Beach

Question regarding Navy Jobs?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Chuck May 28, 2010. 6 Replies

Where do active duty sailors find out what jobs are undermanned or available?My son is at A school and I thought we had a plan for him to get on a carrier but he's being talked out of it even though…Continue

Tags: A School, Navy A School, Available Jobs in the Navy, Navy Rates, Navy Ratings

 

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NavyDads Admin (Paul) replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
everyone gets to "crank" now....
Aug 16, 2011
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Jim Govoni replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
Perhaps, but honestly, it's more likely that if he doesn't want to be there, they don't want him there. The shipboard life can often seem like one big high school.  The new guy, especially on a carrier,even with rank get's a…
Aug 16, 2011
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FHFMA replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
Thanks for the kind words and information. Since my son is not talking to us directly I'm geting most of the information from his wife. But my last conversation with him was the "counselors" were reccommending he not talk to us or…
Aug 16, 2011
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Jim Govoni replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
Neither you or his mother did ANYTHING wrong. Those diagnosis are there to get him separated. He can't be dishonorably discharged unless he committed a military or civilian crime. Separation under general conditions will not cause a los of any…
Aug 16, 2011
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Jim Govoni replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
I really feel for you. It's very tough. I have been in your shoes. Long story short, they prescribed meds that gave my sailor a seizure. They tried to board him out on that without investigation. With sheer determination and grit, we pushed…
Aug 16, 2011
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Joe replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A Sons Story'
I won't waste your time with a lot of advice.  You've raised two sons and stayed married for 34 years.  I'll just say I understand the advice about not discussing your concerns with your son, but you can be there for him…
Aug 15, 2011
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KTR replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
This is a tough read.  I am just a noob so these are just my two cents. The title says it all.  To other parents, don't let it freak you out. This is not about the Navy, or about your child. My heart goes out to this family. I hope…
Aug 15, 2011
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HUGH H. KIRKPATRICK replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A sons story'
This is an extremely disturbing letter for one who has a son in his 3rd week of boot camp.  I pray your son will somehow heal and make it through all this.  For my son, the Navy was his last option.  He'd pretty much blown his…
Aug 15, 2011
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FHFMA replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A Sons Story'
Jim, appreciate the concern. Last discussion I had with my son is that's its up to the navy command to accept the admintrative seperation reccomendation or not. However there is no way he could go out to sea again while getting couseling and…
Aug 15, 2011
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NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim replied to FHFMA's discussion 'A Sons Story'
Wouldn't even know where to begin to fix any of this. If it even could be fixed at this point. I'm so sorry to hear of all this. Maybe if he were to just get involved in the counseling and try to make the best of his situation, someone may…
Aug 15, 2011
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Chris B. replied to FHFMA's discussion 'Housing Around Oceana'
Clean, affordable, convenient, and safe housing is abundant near Oceana (within fifteen minutes). I've lived in Virginia Beach since 1981 and I work a mile from Oceana. No worries.
Oct 1, 2010
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Bob Malone replied to FHFMA's discussion 'Housing Around Oceana'
my Sailor piced this area even thoug he is stationed at Navan Station Norfolk.
Sep 21, 2010
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Housing Around Oceana

After waiting a couple of weeks since A school graduation down in Pensacola my son recieved his orders for C School and Air Sqadron at Oceana. Not what his was hoping for but apparently I'm learning there's not much you can count on in the Navy even with top grades. Anyway the one sad part is his family which includes his son (my grandson) will finally leave and join him not that he has his assignement. I have not heard many good things about the area surronding the base there in Viriginia…See More
Discussion posted by FHFMA Sep 20, 2010
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NAS Oceana, Virginia & NS Norfolk, Virginia

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Naval Air Station Oceana. . . the "Master Jet Base".Naval Station Norfolk is home to the Navy's largest concentration of naval forces!See More
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FHFMA commented on NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group 'PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps'
To the Newbies there is a list of tips posted here. I would suggest you read through them as I did prior to my sons graduation back in April. The one comment I would share is the whole area around the base is geared towards these weekly graduations.…
Jul 14, 2010

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At 6:04pm on February 16, 2010, E.G. - ND's Creator/AdminE.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
Frank, Welcome Aboard!

My son is an ABE aboard the USS Ronald Reagan in San Diego, Ca. and my family and I couldn't be prouder of him. When he first enlisted I found NavyForMoms in searching for answers to my son's future. I just knew their had to be a site for dads like n4m's but 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 I hope this site will benefit fathers that come 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 Michael for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.

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