"I agree - it's no big deal.
However, everything we say and do every day reflects on us and those organizations, political parties, organized religions, etc. that we "represent" (belong to) whether we like it or not.
It was a simple…"
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Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"Sight is vision.
Site is a place.
- Steve"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"New to site?"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"Yes, the tux might be a little "over the fantail" but you're leaving the smoking jacket behind too?????"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"In '08 I did a Tiger Cruise aboard the USS Hue City (CG-66 Guided-Missile Cruiser) from Port Canaveral to Station Mayport (Jacksonville). It was only an "overnighter" but still an experience of a lifetime! Pretty hard to…"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"I have 3 sons. My sailor on the Abe is the youngest. His next-older brother and brother's wife are also hoping to take this Tiger Cruise. Both older brothers served honorably in the Army (but the Army didn't offer many…"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"I've done "the paperwork" and hope to do this Tiger Cruise (I did one aboard the Hue City CG-66 from Port Canaveral to Mayport - Jacksonville in '08) but will have to wait until the official timing is released - my wife and I…"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"What address should I use to send packages and/or "snail mail" to my sailor aboard the Abe Lincoln? How are postage costs determined?
Thanx for any help you can provide (I've searched this site and didn't find it - maybe I…"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"The only meaning I'm aware of is the "River City Marketplace" in Jacksonville, FL. My son was assigned to the USS Hue City (CG-66, Guided Missile Cruiser - he served 7 months in the Persian Gulf aboard her). We live at Lake Tapps in…"
Steve Leonard commented on Navydads co-admin (Terry)'s group USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)"Good point, Dave. Last year my son, Brice, spent 7 months aboard CG-66 (Guided Missile Cruiser - USS Hue City) in the Persian Gulf. He returned home with a world of experiences and pictures of places I'll never have the opportunity to see…"
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Mary, Proud Mom commented on Steve Leonard's blog post Is this "Military Intelligence" or do I simply not understand "the system"?"Great news for you - the USS Abe Lincoln has a great facebook page with regular updates, photos and videos.
It is common practice to fly a sailor out to join their ship. It usually happens when they are going into a port and with the size of that…"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim commented on Steve Leonard's blog post Is this "Military Intelligence" or do I simply not understand "the system"?"If they want him on the ship, they will make sure that he gets there. Probably from Everett they will fly him out somewhere to catch up with the Abe. This happens a lot. The sponsor is right, just follow the orders and he'll be fine. Remember,…"
NavyDads Co-Admin, Tim commented on Steve Leonard's blog post Is this "Military Intelligence" or do I simply not understand "the system"?"My son finished his C-schoo; in November last year and had orders to join his ship the friday before thanksgiving. His ship deployed in August so the navy flew him to catch up with his ship. Not a problem at all they will get him to his ship."
Steve Leonard commented on Steve Leonard's blog post Is this "Military Intelligence" or do I simply not understand "the system"?"Dany... I thoroughly understand the importance of OPSEC - my son's well-being (and the well-being of his shipmates) depends on it. I've read the OPSEC link and I've lived it - I was fortunate enough to participate in a "tiger…"
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- Retired - did 38 years at Boeing - mostly in computing.
2 sons did Army, 3rd one (Brice) chose Navy. We live near a recreational lake & enjoy getting our 20' bowrider out & pulling grandkids on wakeboards, kneeboards & tubes.
- What brought you to this site:
- My son is currently serving
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- It was a carefully researched decision on his part (he knew that dad wouldn't fully fund a college education so he researched educational opportunities). Although I was proud to see him sworn in, it was tough seeing the youngest of 5 leave the nest & head for Great Lakes. He did 7 months in the Persian Gulf aboard CG66 (USS Hue City - Guided Missile Cruiser). I'm a very proud dad!!!
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- Stumbled across the web site while looking for a hi-res graphic of CVN 72 (USS Abraham Lincoln) crest. Didn't find a hi-res crest but DID find navydads.
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Is this "Military Intelligence" or do I simply not understand "the system"?
Posted on September 12, 2010 at 4:13am 5 Comments 0 Likes
My son, Brice spent 7 months in the Persian Gulf on CG 66, (Guided Missile Cruiser - USS Hue City). A "combat veteran" at age 19. Returned safely and went into (ET) C school at Great Lakes just outside of Chicago. After C school, he received orders to report to San Diego for "COMSEC" training, (which he completed) and then to report to CVN 72, USS Abraham Lincoln in Everett, Washington on September 20!! (many of us realize that CVN 72 pulled out of Everett on Monday the 6th of September).… Continue
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- At 9:11pm on September 7, 2010, NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Welcome aboard Steve! I’m so glad that you’ve joined us. I can’t add very much to what Paul said, but wanted to pop in here and say hello. My son is an AW and flies with VP-45 on the P-3 Orion. Be sure to join the groups that will follow what Brice is doing with the Navy. If you have questions, usually you can find what you’re looking for here. See you around the fleet!
Jim
- At 8:57pm on September 7, 2010,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads !
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- At 8:56pm on September 7, 2010, NavyDads Admin (Paul) said…
- Welcome to NavyDads.com Steve! 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 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 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) just completed her five-year enlistment on the carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And Steve this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in, get active, and be sure to let us know how Brice 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 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 4:48pm on September 7, 2010,
E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin said… - Steve, 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 Brice and his brothers for their service for me and thanks again for joining us.
Sincerely, E.G.
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