"last news on Navy.mil: 120213-N-BK435-070 POLARIS POINT, Guam (Feb. 13, 2012) Sailors assigned to both the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) and USS Frank Cable (AS 40) conduct Tomahawk land-attack missile (TLAM) certification operations…"
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KHK commented on Charley's group Proud Texans"Our submariner is home for a couple of weeks (DFW area), hoping to do some RAP time volunteering at the local recruiting station. He has not, to date, been able to get hold of his boat to get permission."
KHK commented on ProudNavyDAD's group A School for Dads"Our submariner is home for a couple of weeks and hoping to get some RAP time volunteering at the local recruiting station. He's the same young man, just way more mature and responsible. I wonder how that happened?"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"Lauren - It is nice to hear that TCKs exist in the Navy. In my experience, they tend to be drawn to each other without even knowing they are TCKs. It is so true that they have their own shared culture and understand one another without hardly any…"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"Good points, Pete. My son is a trustworthy young man, even more with his experience in the Navy this past year, so his mother and I have not had real worries re the typical temptations that face young people in any branch of the military. He has a…"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"I believe it is short for "indoctrination" where they learn the dos and don'ts of being a submariner - security rules, etc for the submarine force."
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"I guess that's a pretty common scenario: girls looking for a way out of town. I've heard some real nightmares. Good for your son for having high standards."
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"I do understand that it is one of those hard-nosed Navy places like the Philippines used to be. This is one of the realities that you can't white wash about the military: young men (and women) are faced with tough choices. While he is here, we…"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"He doesn't go until later this month. My son is a TCK (third culture kid - see wikipedia for a definition) so he is always comfortable in places outside of his home culture."
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"Hi Pete - I'm sure they will. Good to hear a little news about the boat. My son is just graduating ST A school this week and comes home Friday. He has had a hard time contacting the OKC though he has his orders. It seems that his other…"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"That is what I hear too, Cheri. There are way more married sailors on the boomers for this reason - because their deployment is set and not flexible. I think there are only 14 boomers in the fleet of 60 - 70 or so active boats."
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"My sailor tells me that many want the attack boats because they put into ports as opposed to the boomers that don't. There are way many more of them as well. Anyone out there is welcome to correct me if wrong!"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"My son is going to the OKC also, and likewise, was the only one from his class sent to Guam. Interesting!"
KHK commented on Jim Harper's group NAVY SUB SCHOOL-DADS"Cheri - Mine is going to Guam of all places! He actually chose it."
KHK commented on NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group Tiger or Family Day Cruise"Are there ever cruises on submarines? I had heard there are, but don't know anything about it."
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- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Colin
- What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
- ET (I think)
- Describe a little about yourself:
- I am a presbyterian minister.
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is recently enlisted, My son is currently serving
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- A little apprehensive, concerned about him making his way in the world once he left home. Also, could he handle the discipline at basic training. He completes RTC late December then onto submarine school and to study electronics and computers.
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- Google search
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- At 10:35pm on February 23, 2012,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… last news on Navy.mil: 120213-N-BK435-070 POLARIS POINT, Guam (Feb. 13, 2012) Sailors assigned to both the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) and USS Frank Cable (AS 40) conduct Tomahawk land-attack missile (TLAM) certification operations aboard the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723). Emory S. Land is on an extended deployment in Guam to temporarily relieve Frank Cable as the primary afloat maintenance activity in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy M. Starr/Released)
- At 6:17am on January 18, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said… - I see you were successful at changing your profile picture. All I did was reset it for you back to he default. Looking good!
- At 1:34pm on January 12, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- did you try changing your photo again by chance? Just wondering if the system would let you now....
- At 10:23pm on December 6, 2010,
James Shipley said… - ok he can have his laptop and everything else that he want but the living space is kinda limited so tell him not to overload himself with stuff. The whole will he have time for it all depends on how good he is at time management i have enough time each day to talk to my mom and dad on skype and also talk to my girl and still be able to work out five times a week. There are 3 roommates to each room every person will have a desk, dresser and a large stand up locker. Also a twin size bed which he will love straight out of bootcamp. But any more questions dont hesitate to message me or even e-mail me.
- At 2:10pm on November 20, 2010, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Rev. Kanavel, I would suggest that you join the boot camp group. There are also links in the mast head of that group that will take you to the RTC web site. Knowing what Colin is going through will also help you through it and maybe be not so apprehensive. Hang in there and ask lots of questions.
Jim
- At 2:10pm on November 20, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- We've prepared a short welcome video that will give you a brief tour of the site and highlight some of the more important features you'll find on NavyDads.com. If you click this link Go To Welcome Page you'll be able to watch the video. We've made some cosmetic changes to the site since the video was prepared, but all important aspects of navigation around NavyDads.com are the same.
- At 2:09pm on November 20, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Keith! 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 Keith 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 Colin 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
- At 2:06pm on November 20, 2010, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Welcome aboard to Navy Dads Keith! When my son first enlisted, I was a little scared and worried for him. Not coming from a military family at all, I had no idea what to expect. What I found out was that he had made the most mature decision of his life! I found lots of answers to my questions right here on NavyDads.com. I will brag a little here and tell you that I was the first dad outside of the creator’s family to join this site. After two years, E.G. and Paul asked me to become one of the co-administrators. I was honored. But this is not about me, it’s about you and your Sailor!
I have one sailor in the family - my son Stephen is an AWO2. (Air warfare systems operator) He is a Petty Officer 2nd Class and flies in the P-3 Orion sub hunter. Currently he is with VP-45 in Jacksonville, FL. This is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Colin 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 starboard side of every Navy Dads page is an area we call “About Us.” Please take a minute and read through the Operations Security (OPSEC) link and the NavyDads Guidelines link. Also check out the FAQs at the top of the pages, and also on the starboard side. There is lots of information there as well. Also be sure to check out the “Navy Dads Tutorial” in the FAQ section. It’s a short video that will help you to navigate around the site.
Also be sure to stop by the NavyDads official store- Navyoutfitters.com. The Navy Blue tee shirt with the NavyDads.com logo is my favorite! Again, welcome and we’ll see you around the fleet! GO NAVY! HOOYAH!
Best Regards- Jim
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