"Yes, I was thinking of taking it to the PIR. I know there would be some coordination required, but I would really like to get it there if possible. I'll take your advice and call the RTC Public Affairs. Thank you Jim."
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NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Car at school? in the group A School for Dads"There should not be a problem. Just make sure all the proper paperwork is in order. Proof of insurance is a must. He will have to register with the base of course. When he gets to school he should check with his command to see what the procedure is.…"
Mike Eubank added a discussion to the group A School for Dads
Car at school?
My Son will be graduating boot on 11/4/2011 and staying in GL for about a year for A school. Does anyone know if can bring him his vehicle to be used while he's at A school? He won't have any time off (until maybe Christmas) and I think his truck will make it much easier for him to get around.See More
Mike Eubank replied to Mike McBride, SCPO, Ret.'s discussion Sending a car to Great Lakes navy base"I was thinking about driving my son's truck to the graduation. He'll be staying at Great Lakes for school and I think the truck would be something helpful while he's there for the next year. I'm waiting to hear from…"
Mike Eubank replied to James A. Mitchell's discussion Phone call in the group Navy Boot Camp"Great news! Good Luck to our future Sailors!"
"Everything gets sent to his mom so I have to be patient and ask her everyday. She finally told me last night about 10:30 she got the form letter. Didn't read it but did see that his graduation is on the 4th. She must not…"
"yes I believe my son tyler is in that group. haven't got the form letter yet, but his recruiter gave it to me. I've been waiting myself. Going nuts in the process. Tyler left on the 7th and will be going to nuke…"
Mike Eubank added a discussion to the group Navy Boot Camp
Ship 9 Division 363. PIR 04 November
Well the much anticipated Form Letter was in today's mail - I can honestly say this is the best letter I've ever received from the government! All kidding aside, reading just those few words about my son has made my week. Now my wife and I will be able to mail the stack of letters we've been collecting since Nick left on September 6th! Does anyone else out there have a Son or Daughter SR in this Ship and Division?See More
Mike Eubank replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Hi David, Sorry that you missed Tom's call - I know you would have liked to have gotten his call but I'm sure you'll be getting his letter soon. Yes, Good Luck to All Our Future Sailors!!!
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Mike Eubank replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Thanks Bill, Good Luck to you and your Son. I'm new to this site but I must agree that the help and information here is great. It's going to be a lot easier to giving Nick the support I need to with the help I'm getting…"
Mike Eubank replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Thanks Mark, The support I'm getting here is really great - Thanks for your help. I'm already getting letters ready to send to Nick whenever I get his Ship and Division numbers. I was also a Hollywood Marine (I still have…"
David Iserman replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Received my short call last nite..one problem, Tom called my cell phone and the ringer wasn't on...no message or anything. I am sure its happened before and I know he's safe and there. good luck to all our future sailors!!!"
Bill Worby replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Hi Mike - I know how you feel - my son left on Friday night and got there early Saturday morning (9/3/11).
I got that short call (really short) from him about 4:55am that he was there ok. But, I know that they will all do great, they're men…"
mark scott replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Its funny how the situation changes. My son graduates next week 9/16. I went through bootcamp in 1974,(hollywood marine). I know this is the best for my son, I needed it, he needed it. We look forward to seeing him at PIR. Keep lettters and…"
Mike Eubank replied to Mike Eubank's discussion Son left today for bootcamp in the group Navy Boot Camp"Thanks Steve - I appreciate your kind words. I'm very glad and we're very lucky to have such good kids (men) in this day and age. I'm looking forward to meeting many new friends on this site. Best of Luck to you and…"
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- Nick
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- Married 30 years to my my Kathy. Two sons Jason and Nicholas. 4 years USMC. 31 years Martin Marietta (Lockheed Martin).
- Prior Military Experience
- Proud Marine Veteran
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is recently enlisted (before PIR)
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- Pride and Respect
- What is your relationship with your sailor
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- Please share: how did you find us?
- Looking for information to help tell me about what to expect when my son leaves.
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- At 9:23pm on September 6, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
Welcome aboard Mike! 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. Currently he’s on his first deployment. Be sure to join the groups that will follow what Nick is doing with the Navy. If you have questions as a new parent of a sailor, or just want to keep up with others who are “veteran” dads, you can find what you're looking for here. See you around the fleet!
Jim
- At 4:12pm on September 6, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said… - Welcome aboard Mike.
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. 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 Nick 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 5:38am on September 6, 2011,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads.com Mike! 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. 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) was on the USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and just reported to HSL-37 in Hawaii. My daughter Kat is a Navy vet and was stationed on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Mike this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Nick 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 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
- At 5:37am on September 6, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads !
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- At 10:22pm on September 5, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said… - Mike, 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 Groups and join in to learn more about what you Guy or Gal will be learning and doing. We are a big family here and you can find answers to most any question or concern you may have regarding what is in store for you 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 you recruit the good times, the concerns and the questions. 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 questions.
I would also like to Thank You for your Service.
Again Welcome and keep us updated as to you recruit’s progress.
HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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