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Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?

Bea, Thanks so much for your comments. You are right, they do console me. It's good to know there are books out there that address these issues. I wll try to look for some of them. Hopefully this i...

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Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?

Teresa, I love what you said. Thanks for sharing your story. I know it's hard for all types of kids to make these decisions for their lives. I like your limits you put for your boys. They seem firm...

Replied Nov 21

Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?

Chris in CO, I like the idea of counseling but my husband doesn't believe in any of that. Besides, it costs money. Believe me, I've tried. One thing you said really struck me: "It was a hasty and ...

Replied Nov 18

Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?

Bea, just for the record I loved a lot of what you said about parenting. For me I really related to this part: "Sometimes these parents are just frustrated and are knocking their heads against the...

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D'sMum35 replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
These things are probably true if you are spoiled, and need your parents to overparent you for ever!
on Tuesday
Mom25 replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Pam, I hear you, and am sorry you ran across such extreme posts at this point in your journey. After spending many years as an Army wife I was still really upset when my son enlisted in the USMC ten years ago. It has all worked out for the best. I...
on Tuesday
Pam Mom of Justin replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
That sounds absolutely horrible. Why does anyone ever want to do it. My son is leaving very soon and i really deep inside wish he would change his mind. Now after reading this I really want him to stay home.
on Tuesday
stephanie replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
As much as Navy has the offer..it really is depedent on the person. While Hoppi did portray the worst of it, what she listed IS real. Things are different everywhere, but you do have to give up a lot control to make a commitment to the Navy. It de...
on Monday
Bea S. replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
I apologize for all the grammar and spelling errors. Yikes. I need new glasses. I hate bifocals. Well, you sound better.
on Monday
snoozymom replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Bea, Thanks so much for your comments. You are right, they do console me. It's good to know there are books out there that address these issues. I wll try to look for some of them. Hopefully this is calming down and we will give him time to resear...
on Monday
Carol CGB replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Please don't push your child to follow your wishes. He needs to choose on his own. If he's not ready for a committment to the military, back off... Success is based on both ability and desire...if you want him to fail because he's resistant to the...
on Monday
Bea S. replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Sheila - a suggestion. My apologies if this has been brought up already. What if your son came up with a plan for contributing to his own expenses while he is still living at home. For you husband, this is his primary concern. With 2 more kids at ...
on Sunday
snoozymom replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Teresa, I love what you said. Thanks for sharing your story. I know it's hard for all types of kids to make these decisions for their lives. I like your limits you put for your boys. They seem firm but fair. That gives them a few years to "discove...
on Saturday
mrswilli6 replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Sheila, I read all the posts and thought they were all insightful. My son graduated high school a year early with a b+ average. He received two scholarships; One from the state and the other from the community college. He did two years of school a...
November 20
snoozymom replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Chris in CO, I like the idea of counseling but my husband doesn't believe in any of that. Besides, it costs money. Believe me, I've tried. One thing you said really struck me: "It was a hasty and impulsive decision. Going into combat is not the p...
November 17
Mom25 replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Sheila, These ladies all have some amazing insight. I would have suggested some unbiased career coaching/counseling, not just involving your son, but a session or two with the family to enhance communication. There is even some software out there...
November 17
Carolina Mom replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Hi Sheila - My son just graduated Boot Camp and is at A School for the Nuke Program. He is smart as a whip and did really well in high school, but did not know what he wanted to do. He did know that he wanted to travel. He approached an Army recr...
November 17
Joyful replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
Sheila, My son has been in for nearly 3 years coming up this Christmas. That was the hardest for all of us, since his Birthday was on Christmas Day. Our family time with our two boys was the most important part of our family like. To this day he ...
November 17
Kim replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
I allowed my son to fall down and grow up a little before making his decision. He was very bright but immature and unorganized (ADD). He went to community college which he passed/failed for 2 years. I paid but he had to work 2 semesters to pay for...
November 17
D'sMum35 replied to snoozymom's discussion 'Convincing my son to join-right or wrong?'
This is your sons life. My son talked about this before graduation. He didnt sign. He was going to go to the Police Academy, and worked as an electricians helper. He started talking to the recruiter. He tested for SEALS. But he choose another job ...
November 16

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I am a married mom with 3 teens. My oldest son is almost ready to swear into the Navy. I hope to gets lots of support here.
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At 9:32am on November 4, 2009, snoozymom said…
Thanks to everyone for the encouragement. No, my son did not join the Navy yesterday. Of course it is always open to him. We will just take each day as it comes and he may change his mind in the future. Everyone here has been so great. I am so happy this place is here!
At 12:11am on November 3, 2009, Daniella said…
so is ur son swearing in tomorrow or not?
At 3:56pm on October 30, 2009, carols_kitchen said…
Hi
We would love to have you join in the conversations on the Illinois page at
http://www.navyformoms.com/group/illinoisn4m
You also may want to look up these groups
DEPPERS...in, but not yet
Boot camp Mom's
Carol
At 10:30pm on October 29, 2009, Pat said…
Hi, welcome to Navy for Mom's:)) You will find a lot of answers, support and encouragement here. My daughter, Ashley, has been in the Navy since July 2007 and is an IT3 & my son Tim has been in since Feb 2008 stationed on the USS Nimitz.. What will your son be doing with the Navy? If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. I'm glad you joined and look forward to hearing more about you & your recruit. Pat
At 6:57pm on October 29, 2009, Brenda S., aka, Sailor Moon said…
Welcome aboard..
 
 

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