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have you checked through the base. My son lives in Newport News. He went through the base and if you have the rent done by allotment, some places even charge less. He has a nice 2 bedroom townhouse that has a nice walkout patio with flower boxes on…
I have been on a fast attack sub that my son was on. I could not see both men and women serving together on these. However, what about an all female crew on a sub? Something to think about!
Kayana:
When my son joned 9 yrs ago and is on a fast attack. How it worked when he joined is you could be on a boat for 5 yrs max, Then you went to ship or shore duty for 3 years and then you could go back to the boats.
LLovemytwosailors is correct…
This weekend, I had the honor and privlage to hear a Warrant Officer that had been very seriously wounded by an IED speak at an American Legion Auxiliary Conference. Although this man's story brought the audience to tears, it also helped us realize…
just a reminder Iowa mom's are getting together on Oct 17 from 2-5 in Cedar Rapids at Olive Garden on Collins Road. We would love to see as many as possible. Be sure to check the event site for Oct 17 and either note you will or will not be attendin…
ok Now I am officially confused. which day is the big Hawkeye game and which is the get together?
I am just hoping we can meet early enough in the day so that the most people can come...
Is there any way this could happen earlier in the day? I'd love to be able to come...
If it were a brunch or early lunch, would that work better for you, Julie? The wedding I promised to help at (6 months ago) is starting at 4PM so I am pretty sure they will need me by around 3. I could eat brunch at 10...
I have posted this on the discussion portion of the Iowa website, but with time getting closer want to make sure everyone is aware.
Am trying to get Iowa or anyone in other states that want to come, to meet each other. It is tentatively set for Octo…
I have posted this on the discussion portion of the Iowa website, but with time getting closer want to make sure everyone is aware.
Am trying to get Iowa or anyone in other states that want to come, to meet each other. It is tentatively set for Octo…
Michael's mom..my son returned in April from Iraq. He was at Camp Bucca. It was his first time over there. I hope your son is alright and we will keep him in our thoughts and prayers for a safe return.
If we could meet earlier in the day...? The wedding I am helping with starts at 4PM... would brunch or lunch be doable?
If we could meet earlier in the day (brunch or lunch), I could attend. I have a wedding that day, starts around 4PM...
Well, the 17th doesn't work for me... have a wedding to go to that day. Hope everyone else has a good time, though!
Nucci's Mom...when my son left for Iraq, I wrote the prayer below. I put a picture of him next to it. It helped me to know that God was watching him.
Lord, Bless our men & women
Who defend both far and near
The freedom of our country
That we all ho…
Phyllis: Navy has hundreds of sailors on land. My son was over there and came back in April. He did security. They serve in many capacities over there. Our sailors are trained before they head to Iraq. My son was in training for several months with…
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- I just became secretary of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 30. Work in the insurance industry. My husband and I have 2 sons and live in a small Iowa community.
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- They are family oriented. When my son had a grandparent pass away, he was in the middle of the ocean. The care that was given him during this time gave me a comfort level that shows the Navy is family.
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- It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.
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This weekend, I had the honor and privlage to hear a Warrant Officer that had been very seriously wounded by an IED speak at an American Legion Auxiliary Conference. Although this man's story brought the audience to tears, it also helped us realize what we can do.
This man wasn't complaining because his head injuries cause him to sometimes not be able to think of the word he wants or that he sometimes has trouble with his memory.
What this man was saying is that we need to become aware of the op… Continue
This man wasn't complaining because his head injuries cause him to sometimes not be able to think of the word he wants or that he sometimes has trouble with his memory.
What this man was saying is that we need to become aware of the op… Continue
Posted on October 5, 2009 at 5:36pm —
Iowa N4M's Get Together
I have posted this on the discussion portion of the Iowa website, but with time getting closer want to make sure everyone is aware.
Am trying to get Iowa or anyone in other states that want to come, to meet each other. It is tentatively set for October 17th at 2pm in Cedar Rapids IA. All the details are on the event category.
I would like to have an idea of how many are interested or can attend. At this time there has been just 1 response.
If you are interested, please rsvp on the event site.
I… Continue
Am trying to get Iowa or anyone in other states that want to come, to meet each other. It is tentatively set for October 17th at 2pm in Cedar Rapids IA. All the details are on the event category.
I would like to have an idea of how many are interested or can attend. At this time there has been just 1 response.
If you are interested, please rsvp on the event site.
I… Continue
Posted on September 25, 2009 at 10:24am —
NAVY IS FAMILY
This is for all the mom's of new sailors and sailors to be!
The Navy recruiter can tell you that Navy is family but they really are. Here is an example of how. My son is leaving Thursday to meet his sub in the middle east. One of the guys flying out with him and many others on Thursday, is new to the Navy with a wife and child. The home they had rented, they found out was infested with rats in the attic. The new sailor, was able to secure Navy housing for his wife, but now has just today and tom… Continue
The Navy recruiter can tell you that Navy is family but they really are. Here is an example of how. My son is leaving Thursday to meet his sub in the middle east. One of the guys flying out with him and many others on Thursday, is new to the Navy with a wife and child. The home they had rented, they found out was infested with rats in the attic. The new sailor, was able to secure Navy housing for his wife, but now has just today and tom… Continue
Posted on August 18, 2009 at 8:34pm — 2 Comments
Submariner Moms
Would love to get in touch with other mom's of submariners. My son has been in 9 years. He loves the Navy and plans to career it. His only draw back has been finding that right woman. He thought he had and then while serving on land in Iraq, found out she wasn't the right one. Because they are out so much it is hard for him. He is quiet and not one for the bar scenes. Any suggestions other then church?
Posted on August 14, 2009 at 2:29pm — 8 Comments
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- At 5:08pm on September 2, 2009,
noonales said… - I wanted to send you a quick thank you and to let you know that they dismissed his case (although we didn't find out right away). We are relieved that the issue was resolved.
- At 10:16pm on August 31, 2009,
ksuzanne said… - Hi submom,
Thanks for the wisdom in your comments on my blog, yes your right about them having to learn the hard way. --I have so much trouble trying to find these threads! So I just commented here.
- At 11:07pm on August 23, 2009,
JILMARIE said… - Hi! Hi! Thanks for the friend request. I'm in the Des Moines area. My son just left for BC on 8/12 - after BC he goes to Pensacola for A school. I'm kind of new to the board - still trying to figure it out.. and still trying to learn everything I can about the Navy. :)
- At 11:55am on August 21, 2009,
Bam_Bam's MoM!! ( USS NY LPD 21) said… - Yes, I have to teach him how to budget because he does not keep a dime from one paycheck to another...LOL..And as for the other son I'm gonna have to get him some swim classes before he even sees a recruiter!!!
- At 11:53am on August 21, 2009,
Bam_Bam's MoM!! ( USS NY LPD 21) said…
- LOL...Thanks I really need to help him get on a budget because he can't keep money from one paycheck to the next ...lol As for the other son I guess we will have to get him some swim classes before he speaks to a recruiter cause I don't I don't suppose they train you first???
- At 10:26pm on August 14, 2009,
mbrown said…
- Thank you for your well wishes, actually I’m only new to the site not being a Navy Mom. My daughter is a CTI 2 and is stationed in San Antonio, TX. She graduated boot camp in 2006 and is currently an E5. She will be going to Iraq next month for a yearlong volunteer deployment so I joined the site for a source of information. She does not know where exactly she is going only Task Force 714, we have not been able to find much information. She will be coming home sometime with in the next two weeks to bring us her little dog that she rescued from the pound. She then spends 6 days in Gulf Port getting Gear and 20 days in Ft Jackson for weapons and other training. She is expected to leave the states on September 26th.
- At 5:29pm on August 14, 2009,
Carly said…
- Thanks for the message. Yesterday was his first day. I received the call last night at 7:23 P.M. he was at the base.
- At 12:53pm on July 20, 2009,
submom said…
- My son Randy joined in Feb 2000. He is a submariner and just completed a volunteer tour in Iraq guarding the detainees. He just reported last week to the USS Mt. Pelier out of Norfolk. He is currently a MM2 and will be taking his E6 test this fall. He plans on making this his career. We are very proud of him and enjoy conversations our Navy stickers bring about. I hope my experience as a Navy mom and a mom who has had a soldier serving in Iraq will help others.
- At 10:43pm on July 17, 2009,
Pat said… - Hi & welcome to Navy for Mom's:)) You will find a lot of answers, support and encouragement here. My daughter, Ashley (20), has been in the Navy for 2 years and is an IT3 & my future son-in-law Tim (19) has been in since Feb 2008 stationed on the USS Nimitz. What is your son 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 Sailor. Pat
- At 8:56pm on July 16, 2009,
Karen Gallagher said… - Welcome aboard!!
We are so glad that you are here! This is a great place to meet others that know exactly how you feel!
We have something for everyone here groups from boot camp moms to overseas moms and moms that like to scrap book. We have meet and greets to events that the moms set up to meet each other and have dinner or an outing. There are groups to help you with each and every step of this wonderful adventure that our children have chosen called the US Navy.
Please tell us about your sailor and what they have chosen to do in the navy and ohh yeah we LOVE pictures of everyone !!
Please let me know if you have any questions I can help you with.
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