"To all of you from someone who has had a son in the navy since 2009...... They do everything slowly to a fault. I can't tell you the number of stories I have heard of guys waiting MONTHS for a school to start and they hung out waiting at…"
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Ken283 replied to Mark's discussion SWCC Questions in the group Navy SEAL Dads (NSW)"Hi
My son was available on Friday after 3 and was able to stay with us the whole w/e. He had to report in as I recall. (Was in 2009) Is he a seal candidate? If so they will be in great lakes for at least several weeks. …"
Ken283 replied to dad's discussion PIR liberty in the group Navy SEAL Dads (NSW)"If I am understanding your question. You are asking will you have time to spend with your son after Pir?
We had a great weeked with him. We flew back Suday night as I recall they had to check in on sunday by 6PM We spent…"
Ken283 replied to Tony's discussion Son got married in Vegas..needs to get out. Please Help! in the group Navy SEAL Dads (NSW)"Did his command know he was going to Vegas to get married? Vegas is about 25 miles outside of the distance they are allowed to travel without taking a leave. If they were aware, he should tell the jump school chief. This school is…"
Ken283 replied to 291Dad's discussion BUDS Class 291 in the group Navy SEAL Dads (NSW)"Hi Tony,
I was in your boat twice in 2010. 1st in march then in april/ may. It was a longgggggggg process. Just when you think its gonna get easier or the hard parts behind you. It gets worse. Just let me know if you need…"
Ken283 replied to RyeJim's discussion Seal Prep duration in the group SEAL DADS (NSW)"I know there are guys still there from the new buds class who stayed behind in chic. There are lots of guys in the pipeline so sept , oct. Is more reasonable. As always it pays to be a winner."
Ken283 replied to Charles J's discussion SQT Graduation in the group SEAL DADS (NSW)"we just were this month and there were 13 of us. my son even got someone in who didn't have an invitation. I did hear somewhere along the line that they only guarantee a set # of seats but standees are allowed. I agree with…"
Ken283 replied to Steven's discussion BUD/S Graduation in the group SEAL DADS (NSW)"Unless you are talking about the Very end of Bud/s /SQT. When they are pinned with their Tridents, there is a very formal graduation that parents may and should attend. "
Ken283 replied to Steven's discussion BUD/S Graduation in the group SEAL DADS (NSW)"No steven, bud/s graduation is only for trainers and bud/s graduates."
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- Describe a little about yourself:
- Proud Dad
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is currently serving, my son is recently enlisted
- What is your relationship with your sailor
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- At 8:25am on August 22, 2010,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said… - Ken, Welcome to NAVYDADS and SEAL Dads (NSW) Group. I know you already know this but this is standard with all new members. When you have a chance be sure to read Posting on NSW Forums (this is a must read) on the SEAL Dads (NSW) page. Everyone here is ready and willing to help answer any question you have regarding this long journey your Son or loved one is starting. Tell your Loved One that my Family and I appreciate his desire to join the Navy and we are Proud of his decision. He will be in our thoughts and we wish him the best.
- At 7:10am on September 29, 2009,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Ken, 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 your son for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, EG
- At 9:37pm on September 28, 2009,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads Ken36! 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 Ken36 this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how your son 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. And stop by the NavyDads offical store- Navyoutfitters.com. Show your support for NavyDads by wearing the latest in NavyDads attire. Best Regards- Paul
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