"Hi all,
My son graduated last week and I thought I would pass along a few things. There are tolls, change is helpful, carry at least $2 depending on where you are coming from. We got to the gate just before 7 AM and had no problem getting on the…"
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Garry Felker left a comment for Michele Z"Hi Michele,
I saw your pictures and liked them. My son is graduating at the end of this month. What kind of camera did you use and how far away were you when you took most of your shots? Did you use a flash on most of the shots?
Thanks for any…"
Garry Felker commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"My son is in Div 370 and we got our first phone call today. It was so good to hear his voice. He sounded good. Although he has been gone since August, they are only in their 3rd week of boot camp. He said the windows are obscured so they don't…"
Garry Felker commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Does anyone know what it means when they say that only 4 visitors are "guaranteed" a seat at graduation? We have five that would like to attend. If a fifth person shows up what is the possibility of them getting in?"
Garry Felker left a comment for Chief West"Thank you. I appreciate your taking the time to fill me in."
Chief West left a comment for Garry Felker"Hi Garry,
No, the mail is not opened nor read by the RDC's, neither is it screened. The only time your sailor gets to write and read mail will be on Sundays - hence the delay in getting and receiving mail.
Chief"
Garry Felker commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"My son is under the impression that both outgoing and incoming mail are opened and read. Is that true? Is their mail screened? Thanks,"
Kevin left a comment for Garry Felker"Garry, just curious, where did you read there wasn't any graduations on the 23rd? Also I assume your son will be graduationg on the 30th also
thanks"
Kevin left a comment for Garry Felker"Garry, you are correct. We just got a call from him about 10 nimutes ago and he told us his Div Graduation was moved back to the 30th. My guess is they gave the recruits the wrong day when they filled out their form letter. It makes sense since he…"
Garry Felker left a comment for Kevin"Hi Kevin,
I read that there were no graduations on October 23. Maybe it was an error? Anyway, I think it is supposed to be the following week (10/30). It might be possible to make a phone call to the Recruit Training Command
Public Affairs Office to…"
Garry Felker commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Thanks. I appreciate the input. I can tell I am not alone."
Garry Felker commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Boot Camp"Hi. My son arrived at Boot Camp Aug 24. A couple of days ago I received a box of his things. It has been 8 days and I do not have the form letter that tells me his ship# and address. I keep reading how important it is to write them but apparently no…"
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NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Garry Felker"Welcome to NavyDads Garry! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun, useful, and educational as I have. Explore the site and make some friends, add your comments to a discussion or two, read the postings in the various groups-- even start one…"
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin left a comment for Garry Felker"Garry, 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…"
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- At 12:13am on September 13, 2009, Chief West said…
- BTW,
Welcome to the Navy Family!
Chief
- At 12:13am on September 13, 2009, Chief West said…
- Hi Garry,
No, the mail is not opened nor read by the RDC's, neither is it screened. The only time your sailor gets to write and read mail will be on Sundays - hence the delay in getting and receiving mail.
Chief
- At 6:14pm on September 9, 2009, Kevin said…
- Garry, just curious, where did you read there wasn't any graduations on the 23rd? Also I assume your son will be graduationg on the 30th also
thanks
- At 5:58pm on September 9, 2009, Kevin said…
- Garry, you are correct. We just got a call from him about 10 nimutes ago and he told us his Div Graduation was moved back to the 30th. My guess is they gave the recruits the wrong day when they filled out their form letter. It makes sense since he arrived on a Wednesday and I heard P Days lasted more than 3 days. He couldn't talk much more than a minute so I think they were letting all the recruits call home to let everyone know
- At 11:25pm on September 2, 2009, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads Garry! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun, useful, and educational as I have. Explore the site and make some friends, add your comments to a discussion or two, read the postings in the various groups-- even start one or two. I certainly have! If you have any questions or concerns about your sailor and what he is going through...ask! I'm sure someone here will have the answer or can point you in the right direction to find out. I'm lucky enough to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) recently returned from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) returned last fall from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Garry this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Patrick 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 right 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 and the NavyDads Guidelines link.
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. Thanks to one of our members we have two excellent videos that you can access from the Video area on the NavyDads.com main page: New Bootcamp 1 of 2 and New Bootcamp 2 of 2. These videos will answer many of your questions and concerns and will give you a better understanding of how the United States Navy transforms our children into sailors!
Be sure to spend some time in the Bootcamp group- there are many questions and answers available to help you understand what your sailor is going through. And 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. And stop by the NavyDads offical store- Navyoutfitters.com. Show your support for NavyDads by wearing the latest in NavyDads attire. Best Regards- Paul
- At 11:31am on September 2, 2009, E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
- Garry, 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 Patrick for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, EG
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The chat feature on Navy Dads has changed a little. To enter into the chat room click on were it says Navy Dads (44 members online) then type your post in the box and hit enter to make the post show up. When you are done click the the arrow by the person icon and the chat box will be hidden again. The chat feature can also be found on the main page. Just scroll down till you see it. The chat will also make a two note sound when someone posts a comment so you know when the chat is active.…
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