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Ray Clark replied to RWG's discussion Lurking"LOL women ALWAYS talk more than men. I think it is genetic or something...LOL"
Ray Clark replied to kandice richards's discussion graduation day"My daughter graduated on the same day. It was quite the impressive ceremony I thought."
Ray Clark replied to Ron Mayoral's discussion Where to stay in Great Lakes!"We stayed at The Homewood Suites in Linconshire and while kind of expensive they were VERY nice. We had a 2 BR 2 Bath suite with King beds and it was around 150.00 a night. It was only about 20 mins or so from the base and they also have…"
Ray Clark replied to Tony L. Davis's discussion My son leaves for boot camp tuesday the 14th of june and its killing me!!!!!!!!!!"Tony trust me it WILL get easier and the time will fly. My daughter just graduated on 10 June and it really went by fast. Key is to write to your son but realize that he will not have a lot of time to write back so do not get discouraged…"
Ray Clark left a comment for NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim"I just want to thank you all for the very warm welcome. My wife is a member of the Mom for Navy site but unfortunately she is unable to post at this time as she is sitting in a hospital bed fighting some kind of intestinal infection so please…"
Ray Clark left a comment for NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim"Thank you very much for the warm welcome. Currently my Sailor is out at San Diego for STG training. Would LOVE for her to be attached to a P-3 Squadron as she loves the flying.
She is my oldest Daughter and a REAL go getter. She is…"
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Ray Clark"Welcome to NavyDads.com Ray! 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…"
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Ray Clark"Welcome to NavyDads !
Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've made some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but navigation remains the same.
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NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin left a comment for Ray Clark"Ray, 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 Ray Clark"Welcome aboard Ray! 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…"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim left a comment for Ray Clark"Welcome aboard Ray.
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…"
Profile Information
- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Valerie
- What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
- STG (Sonar Technician Surface)
- Describe a little about yourself:
- 7 year Marine vet now Navy Dad.
- Prior Military Experience
- Proud Marine Veteran
- What brought you to this site:
- my daughter is currently serving
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- Very proud of her for making this difficult choice.
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- My wife has registered on Navy for Mom's website.
Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 8:44pm on June 12, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Ray! 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 she 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 stationed on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and just re-enlisted, and my daughter Kat is a Navy vet and was stationed on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Ray this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Valerie 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 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 8:44pm on June 12, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads !
Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've made some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but navigation remains the same.
- At 7:40pm on June 12, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said…
- Ray, 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 question.
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- At 7:36pm on June 12, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Welcome aboard Ray! 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 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 Valerie as well!
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
- At 5:15pm on June 12, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said…
- Welcome aboard Ray.
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 daughter Valerie on her enlistment and please thank her 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
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