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May 1
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim replied to Skip's discussion My experience- in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps
"Very nice Skip. Thank you for taking the time to write this. If this helps one other mom or dad, it's all worth it. We have been telling folks now for a while that it seems to be better to fly into Milwaukee. You just drove it home! HOOYAH! Jim"
May 14, 2011
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim liked Skip's discussion My experience-
May 14, 2011
Skip replied to Skip's discussion My experience- in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps
"That would be $100 cheaper, not 4100 cheaper to fly into MKE"
May 14, 2011
Skip added a discussion to the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps
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My experience-

I attended 2 PIR's. Yes, the Navy has 100% of my offspring and I couldn't be more proud. The first one was Feb. 18th, 2011. my daughter Emily graduated (Ship 02-Div 913) She held the Connecticut flag. This weekend was horribly cold, snowy and sleet. Apparently, they broke records for miserable weather while I was there. I flew into Milwaukee General Mitchell International airport. (MKE). It is smaller airport and the people were nice. Flying into MKE was about 4100 cheaper than O'hare.I rented…See More
May 14, 2011
Skip joined NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group
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PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps

Pass in Review: There have been so many questions & answers about Pass in Review "PIR" that we need one place to be a clearinghouse to help experience a Navy Graduation.See More
May 9, 2011
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim left a comment for Skip
"Welcome aboard Skip. 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…"
Apr 12, 2011
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Skip
"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. "
Apr 11, 2011
NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Skip
"Welcome to NavyDads.com Skip! 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…"
Apr 11, 2011
Skip and Art are now friends
Apr 11, 2011
Skip updated their profile
Apr 11, 2011
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim left a comment for Skip
"Welcome aboard to Navy Dads Skip! 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…"
Apr 11, 2011
NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin left a comment for Skip
"Skip, 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.…"
Apr 11, 2011
Art left a comment for Skip
"Hey Skip, My son Ant is looking forward to his PIR on May 6th as well: Ship # 12, DIV 159. It appears May 6 will be a great day for the both of us. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend due to health concerns, but I will be there in spirit. I…"
Apr 11, 2011
Skip left a comment for Art
"Hey Art, What ship / division. My daughter Meg is in Ship 02/ Div 925. She is allegedly going to be holding the Connecticut flag. Her PIR is May 6th. Interestingly, at least to their dad, my youngest daughter was in Ship 02/ Div 913 Her PIR was…"
Apr 11, 2011
Art left a comment for Skip
"Welcome Skip! Actually, I just joined NavyDads myself. My son is currently entering Hell Week; his sailor rate will be ABE. I look forward to seeing you on the boards!"
Apr 11, 2011

Profile Information

My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
1-Meg 2-Emily
What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
1-NF 2-IS
Describe a little about yourself:
Never served myself, but I am extremely proud of my 2 daughters.
What brought you to this site:
my daughter is currently serving
What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
At first, I was a little concerned. After I found out that they were qualified to go to the schools that they chose, I really got behind their choice. Now, I am proud that they chose to serve their country and excited for their future.
What is your relationship with your sailor
Dad
Please share: how did you find us?
Internet search.

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At 11:03am on April 13, 2011, E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
Skip, Welcome Aboard!

When my son first enlisted in the Navy I found NavyForMoms in searching for answers to his future. I just knew their had to be a site for dads but found out 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 hope this site benefits fathers that follow 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 daughters journey in the Navy. Thank Meg and Emily for thier service for me and thanks again for joining us.

Sincerely, E.G.
At 1:40am on April 12, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said…
Welcome aboard Skip.
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 daughters Meg and Emily on their enlistment and please thank them 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 9:06pm on April 11, 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 9:06pm on April 11, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
Welcome to NavyDads.com Skip! 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 sailors and what they are 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 Skip this is a great place to brag about your sailors as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Meg and Emily are 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 5:58pm on April 11, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
Welcome aboard to Navy Dads Skip! 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 Meg and Emily are 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
At 5:47pm on April 11, 2011, NavyDads Co-Admin, Calvin said…
Skip, 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.

Again Welcome and keep us updated as to you recruit’s progress.

HooYah US Navy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
At 4:43pm on April 11, 2011, Art said…

Hey Skip,

My son Ant is looking forward to his PIR on May 6th as well: Ship # 12, DIV 159. It appears May 6 will be a great day for the both of us. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend due to health concerns, but I will be there in spirit. I hope to visit him in Pensacola. I wish your daughters much success!

At 3:42pm on April 11, 2011, Art said…

Welcome Skip!

Actually, I just joined NavyDads myself. My son is currently entering Hell Week; his sailor rate will be ABE. I look forward to seeing you on the boards!

 
 
 

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