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Stephen Ryker replied to E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's discussion Operations Security (OPSEC)"Thanks for sharing these rules. I have this poster on my laptop, but I have edited it so that it is my son's face... it really makes it easier to remember to guard my communications.
Steve"
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin left a comment for Stephen Ryker"Stephen, 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…"
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NavyDads Admin (Paul) left a comment for Stephen Ryker"Welcome to NavyDads Stephen! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun, useful, and educational as I have. Explore the site and make some friends, add your comments to a discussion or two, read the postings in the various groups-- even start…"
Profile Information
- My Sailor's first name (Please do not post SEAL names)
- Jared
- What is or will be your sailor's rate (job classification) - ex. ABE, AM, GM, etc
- EM
- Describe a little about yourself:
- Currently retired but trying to remedy that. I enjoy hunting and fishing. I am an avid reader. I am very proud of my son for joining the Navy.
- What brought you to this site:
- my son is recently enlisted
- What were your feelings when your Sailor joined the Navy:
- Pride! I hate that it takes him away from our family for a period of time, but I am so proud that he has decided to give a portion of his life to service for our country.
- What is your relationship with your sailor
- Dad
- Please share: how did you find us?
- My wife is a member of Navy for Moms so I looked for a "Navy for Dads" and found this site.
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- At 10:37am on March 14, 2010, E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said…
- Stephen, 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 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 Jared for his service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
- At 7:05pm on March 13, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads !
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- At 7:05pm on March 13, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads Stephen! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun, useful, and educational as I have. Explore the site 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 certainly 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 in the family - my son Eric (AM3) returned spring '09 from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat (MC3) is about to complete her five-year enlistment on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Stephen this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how Jared 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 right 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 and the NavyDads Guidelines link.
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. Take a few minutes to 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 as they address many of your questions and concerns.
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
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Chat on Navy Dads
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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