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Addressed to David ToveyHello David, I noticed that we havn't "spoken" for a long time. Any news from Derk?My grandson Axel left with the Mercy a few weeks ago, and he spoke to us from Hawai, his first stop on the 2012 deployment.So far he has apparently a ball, things are supposed to get much more serious now.This deployment will be apparently a "short" one, (4 to 5 months, max.) Sincere greetings,See More

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Jean-Claude De Groote commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Corpsman

"Hi David, Oh, yes, Skype is the best thing since sliced bread. I can understand the feelings going around. Since my grandson's tatoo fling, I have gathered several books on the subject. A lot pertain to amerindian spiritual themes, they are…"

Feb 13

Jean-Claude De Groote commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Corpsman

"Hello David, Big surprise, the grandson showed up unannounced in Texas on a 2 week leave to the surprise of his dad, (my son). Although nothing is sure with the Navy, he says that the "Loveboat" will sail in April this year. The sailor has…"

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Jean-Claude De Groote commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Corpsman

"Hello David, I believe the tatoo's come with the territory, as Jim says . . . . it's a Navy thing. My grandson has already 2 and he is contemplating a # 3. I too was in the Navy, (Belgian Minesweepers in those days). Tatoo's were a…"

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Jean-Claude De Groote commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group Navy Corpsman

"Hello Paul - My grandson had his PIR in GL, was then transferred to NAVHOSPCORPSCOL GL for approx 110 days, (the last "batch" to be formed there). Was shipped to NAVHOSP CP, then 70 days of FMTS, (FMTB) and other duties. He was then…"

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Jean-Claude De Groote replied to E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's discussion Justice Served - Osama Bin Laden "Dead"

"I am extremely happy that justice was rendered. I deplore however the publicity, which eventually will lead to revenge. I would have preffered a much quiter operation and leave a veil of doubt foating around. Keep a sharp eye on Yemen."

May 2, 2011

Jean-Claude De Groote commented on ProudNavyDAD's group A School for Dads

"Jeff, Unfortunately with the Navy there are so many if's, but's and requirements. My grandson started HM A School 10 days ago as well. He wants to be a Corpsman and hence will turn green for awhile. His present session will end mid-May.…"

Jan 30, 2011

Jean-Claude De Groote commented on ProudNavyDAD's group A School for Dads

"Hi Jeff, it looks as if we are in the same boat. I have been told that the GL HM "A" School will last for approx. 14 weeks, depending on his score in GPA and the "specialty he chooses or is selected for him, (depending on his GPA…"

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Jean-Claude De Groote commented on ProudNavyDAD's group A School for Dads

"Hello Everyone, I just joined the family. My grandson has finished bootcamp in GL and has now began HM "A" School there as well. Being texas born, he dreams about a posting somewhere warmer. Does anyone knows what he can expect? He had no…"

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My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names): Nichola

Describe a little about yourself:: Retired Reserve NCO, Belgian Navy (1958), minesweepers

Prior Military Experience: Proud Navy Veteran

What brought you to this site:: my grandson is recently enlisted

What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:: We are his grand-parents and we are extremely proud of him. We live in Canada, where I am a retired Telecommunications engineer, (Harris).

What is your relationship with your sailor: Grandparent

Please share: how did you find us?: I am presently on the mailing list of Navy NEWS. That's where I found your coordinates.

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At 6:06am on December 16, 2010, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…: Welcome aboard Jean-Claude! I’m so glad that you’ve joined us. I can’t add very much to what Paul and Tim have said, but wanted to pop in here and say hello. My son Stephen is an AW and flies with VP-45 on the P-3 Orion and is stationed in Jacksonville, FL. Be sure to join the groups that will follow what Nichola is doing with the Navy. If you have questions, usually you can find what you’re looking for here. See you around the fleet!

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At 5:39am on December 16, 2010, NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said…: Welcome aboard Jean-Claude.
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 4-6 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 grandson Nichola 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 11:08pm on December 15, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…: Welcome to NavyDads !

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At 11:08pm on December 15, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…: Welcome to NavyDads.com Jean! I'm sure you'll find NavyDads as useful, educational and informative as I have. Please explore the site and make some new friends. Read the discussions and add your comments. 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 direction to find out. I'm blessed to have two sailors in the family - my son Eric (AM3) is stationed on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) recently completed her enlistment on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Jean this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Nichola 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. On the right or starboard 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 for some guidelines as to what we should and should not talk about in a public forum.

As a grandparent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your grandson is going through. In the Navy Bootcamp group is a discussion called A MUST READ for all New Navy Parents. Read through this post as it will do a lot to give you some understanding about what your sailor is learning and why. And be sure to check out the videos available in the Bootcamp Group as well.

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. Best Regards- Paul

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