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Russ Pike
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- Southwick, MA
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Russ Pike replied to Melvin harmon's discussion 'Bootcamp letters'
My son graduated on July 17th. He said that any newspapers were NOT allowed, just letters. They do not want the recruits to be distracted. This is an 8-9 week opportunity for focus and growth. They had time to write letters on Sundays. We were…
Navydads co-admin (Terry) left a comment for Russ Pike
Russ, “Welcome Aboard”. I am glad that you have joined us. This site is for you to use and enjoy. We love to talk about our sailors around here and we have been known to brag on them a little. We are also here to support and encourage…
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Russ Pike left a comment for E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin
Thanks for alying out the welcome mat. I commend you for al of yur efforts. This site IS truly helpful. The videos are awsome and give me more of an understanding of what Kris is experiencing.
When Kris began boot camp in May, they made him the…
Russ Pike replied to Melvin harmon's discussion 'Bootcamp letters'
You should be recieving a form letter from the Commanding Officer, soon. Your Daughter will fill in the Division number and she will have a space for a brief note to you. It has some information about Mailing Packages, phone calls, visiting recruits…
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Russ, 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…
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Russ Pike
Welcome to NavyDads Russ ! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun and useful as I have. Explore 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 have! If you…
Russ Pike commented on cotysmom's blog post 'Any Suggestions for the weekend at Great Lakes'
Hi Christy,
My son is also graduating on July 17th. My search found lodging at Great Lakes Navy Lodge. Of course we haven't been there yet and can't give you any reviews, but it is for military members or families only. It is only $65 per…
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 7:57pm on July 15, 2009,
Navydads co-admin (Terry) said…
- Russ, “Welcome Aboard”. I am glad that you have joined us. This site is for you to use and enjoy. We love to talk about our sailors around here and we have been known to brag on them a little. We are also here to support and encourage each other. After all we are all in this together. I have two sons and they are both in the military. My youngest joined the Air Force 5 years ago. My oldest joined the Navy and is stationed on the USS Abraham Lincoln CVN 72. Please thank Kris for his service to this great country from an old Vietnam Vet. Thank you for raising fine young man.
I served in the Air Force from 1971 to 1975 as a weapons mechanic on the F-4.
Terry
- At 9:51pm on June 29, 2009,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
- Russ, 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 Kris for his service for me and yours as well. Thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, EG
- At 9:14pm on June 29, 2009,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads Russ ! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun and useful as I have. Explore 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 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- my son Eric just returned from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat returned last fall from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Russ this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Kris is doing!
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. Thanks to one of our members we have two excellent videos that you can access from the Video area on the NavyDads.com main page: New Bootcamp 1 of 2 and New Bootcamp 2 of 2. These videos will answer many of your questions and concerns and will give you a better understanding of how the United States Navy transforms our children into sailors!
Be sure to spend some time in the Bootcamp group- there are many questions and answers available to help you understand what your sailor is going through. And 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. And Russ- thank you for your service to our great country. Best Regards- Paul
Profile Information
- My Sailor's first name (do not post SEAL names):
- Kris
- Describe a little about yourself:
- Vietnam Era (Air Force) Veteran
Volunteer Commissioner for the Boy Scouts of America
Proud of my Sailor/Eagle Scout son.
- Prior Military Experience
- Proud Air Force Veteran
- What brought you to this site:
- my son is recently enlisted
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- PRIDE !
HONORED
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- Googled navy for dads.
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