"My son graduated bootcamp and May 6...he was on division 159...He said its all a mind game..they will be alot of fun times and there will be some days they wish they were not there..Your son will learn alot who to deal with all the situation that…"
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Joie Torres replied to J. Moan's discussion My son leaves for bootcamp this Sunday! 5-8-11 in the group Navy Boot Camp
Jim Hunt left a comment for Joie Torres"Just got the "I'm a Sailor call". Coudn't be more proud! Congrats to ALL the Navy Dads!"
Joie Torres replied to Kerry John Dykes's discussion Got the Call Today! My son is a US Sailor."we just got the call today too...Im a proud father of a Sailor...He passed!....Cant wait til graduation!"
Joie Torres replied to Eric Bullen's discussion Ship 12 Division 159 PIR May 6th in the group Navy Boot Camp"I recieved several letters from my son William. He's doing real good, passed both of his fitness test and cant wait to graduate. Congrats to all the Navy Dads sons for their Navy success! "
Joie Torres replied to Kristin DEP's discussion Boot Camp 11 May 2011"Awesome Jim ! your son is on the same division 159 right? My son also worked for me at the golf course. I'm the Assistiant Superintendent..i ran the crew! i told them what i wanted done..my son is doing well, he says that bootcamp…"
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Joie Torres replied to Kristin DEP's discussion Boot Camp 11 May 2011"I just want to thank everyone for all the information i needed..sorry i havent been on Navy for Dads..i work at the golf course and we r getting busy, plus just getting through basketball season..Yes i did recieved a letter and a phone call from my…"
Joie Torres replied to Kristin DEP's discussion Boot Camp 11 May 2011"My son is on ship 12 division 159... My wife is on the Navy for Moms wedsite and she was told that, there is 88 on ship12 division 159, and that 10 of them got to write or call. She was told that the rest of the division are having a hard time…"
Jim Hunt left a comment for Joie Torres"Hi Joie,
Welcome aboard. No, we haven't heard anything from our son yet. Maybe this week. What day did your son arrive at Great Lakes? My son arrived March 9th."
Joie Torres left a comment for Jim Hunt"Hi Jim i have a son in the same division as yours. Have you recieved any mail yet? I havent heard from him at all..I wonder if they are getting punished for something..lol..thanks Jim"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim left a comment for Joie Torres"Welcome aboard Joie.
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…"
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin left a comment for Joie Torres"Joie, 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…"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin left a comment for Joie Torres"Joie, 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.…"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim left a comment for Joie Torres"Welcome aboard Joie! 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 AWO2 and flies with VP-45 on the P-3 Orion Sub Hunter and…"
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- At 5:31pm on April 29, 2011, Jim Hunt said…
- Just got the "I'm a Sailor call". Coudn't be more proud! Congrats to ALL the Navy Dads!
- At 7:51am on March 29, 2011, Jim Hunt said…
Hi Joie,
Welcome aboard. No, we haven't heard anything from our son yet. Maybe this week. What day did your son arrive at Great Lakes? My son arrived March 9th.
- At 9:18am on March 20, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said…
- Welcome aboard Joie.
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 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 9:15am on March 19, 2011, E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
- Joie, 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 your son for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
- At 10:20pm on March 18, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said…
- Joie, 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 8:35pm on March 18, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
Welcome aboard Joie! 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 AWO2 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 your son 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 7:18pm on March 18, 2011,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads !
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- At 7:18pm on March 18, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Joie! 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 Joie this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how your son 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 parent of a sailor currently or soon to be at Great Lakes you'll have many questions about what your son 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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