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Stan Norton replied to Nelsen's Dad's discussion Liberty after PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"James, Sorry my times listed were incorrect it was 21:00 (9:00) Saturday and 20:00(8:00 Sunday)
Stan"
Stan Norton replied to Nelsen's Dad's discussion Liberty after PIR in the group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"James, Our son's PIR was Feb 18th. Unfortunately, Everyone has to get ther sailors back to the base at night.
Saturday for us was 20:00, Sunday was at 19:00. Believe me, you'll enjoy the time you'll have with…"
Stan Norton commented on NavyDads Admin (Paul)'s group PIR - Tips, Hints, and Helps"Tim, My son's PIR was Feb 18 and he too has his A and C school there in Great Lakes. Immediately after PIR they will call liberty. We had to wait just a little while there at the base right after PIR and then he was…"
Timothy Conway replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"Stan,
It's great to hear they still fired up, isn't it."
Scott A Shaeffer replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"GREAT NEWS! It's peace of mind isn't it when you hear them and can talk to them for a while. PLUS moms can relax and get on with their lives lol.
There is a link to local lodgeings here on Navy Dads. I just took some…"
Stan Norton replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"WE GOT OUR CALL!!! Scott, you are right, I saw an immediated difference with his Mom after the call. We both just wanted to hear his voice and know that he is on the right track. He initally told us that he had possibably an hour…"
BobD replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"Our initial calls were between 5-6 EST."
Scott A Shaeffer replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"Yes, were staying 3 miles from the base at the Marriot Spring Hill suites. Whie many opt for the base lodgings I knew Angie would like to be off base and our room to email and phone friends etc.
With 4 weeks to go she sent home a itemized daily…"
Stan Norton replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"Thanks for the info Scott. The waiting is a little harder than I thought it would. Even more so for his Mom. The hard part is figuring out exactly whe he started basic so you can kind of get some idea of when it will be. We…"
BobD replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"Stan,
I don't think there is a set amount of time. Our first phone call came 3 1/2 weeks after my daughter arrived but most got their calls earlier. Go with the adage, no news is good news.... I know it is tough."
Scott A Shaeffer replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"BTW, Angie is in Ship 2 Divison 911 with PIR date of Feb. 4th."
Scott A Shaeffer replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"I can only say for me I got the call at 4:45 central time on my cell phone. Right away I asked her "how much time do you have" (our son was in the army and they would get more calls, but not very long) She told me 1hr. So we talked for 45…"
Stan Norton replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"Thanks Scott. Is there any consistacy as to the time of day, or night, they can call or is it all over the board?"
Scott A Shaeffer replied to Stan Norton's discussion Ship 02 Div 913 PIR 2/18 in the group Navy Boot Camp"It's usually always 3-4 weeks..if they're good."
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- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Stanley mack
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- FC
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- Father of two. Youngest child, my son recently enlisted
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is recently enlisted
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- Extremely Proud but a little nervous.
I am very happy for him.
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- Word of mouth
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- At 7:20pm on January 4, 2011,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads !
Play the following video for a brief introduction to NavyDads.com. We've some cosmetic changes to the site since this video was made, but nagivation remains the same.
- At 7:20pm on January 4, 2011, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Stan! 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. I certainly have! 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) is stationed on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) recently completed her enlistment on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Stan this is a great place to brag as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Stanley 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 and 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 5:10pm on January 4, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim said… - Welcome aboard Stan.
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.
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 Stanley 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 4:51pm on January 4, 2011,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Stan, 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 will benefit 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 sons journey in the Navy. Thank Stanley for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
- At 3:51pm on January 4, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said… - Welcome aboard to Navy Dads Stan! 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 Stanley 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 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
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The chat feature on Navy Dads has changed a little. To enter into the chat room click on were it says Navy Dads (44 members online) then type your post in the box and hit enter to make the post show up. When you are done click the the arrow by the person icon and the chat box will be hidden again. The chat feature can also be found on the main page. Just scroll down till you see it. The chat will also make a two note sound when someone posts a comment so you know when the chat is active.…
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