Navy For Moms2024-03-29T14:43:06Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyolihttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1954071075?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://navyformoms.ning.com/forum/topic/listForContributor?groupUrl=pir-10-21-2011&user=2kv4s65tujnhr&feed=yes&xn_auth=noPIR 10/21 Graduation Video !!! Here You Are! Congratulations to the New Sailors from PIR 10/21 !!!tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-23:1971797:Topic:65810722011-10-23T03:38:05.651Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p>My husband compiled the highlights of 10/21 graduation in a wonderful video. Also, it tells a story that we all share: a mom proud of her son (and missing him, too!) Congratulations to ALL NEW SAILORS of PIR 10/21 ! Bravo Zulu! Job well-done! </p>
<p><a href="http://youtu.be/4SBw2Ag8oQA">http://youtu.be/4SBw2Ag8oQA</a></p>
<p>I cannot watch this too often as it makes me cry. </p>
<p>My husband compiled the highlights of 10/21 graduation in a wonderful video. Also, it tells a story that we all share: a mom proud of her son (and missing him, too!) Congratulations to ALL NEW SAILORS of PIR 10/21 ! Bravo Zulu! Job well-done! </p>
<p><a href="http://youtu.be/4SBw2Ag8oQA">http://youtu.be/4SBw2Ag8oQA</a></p>
<p>I cannot watch this too often as it makes me cry. </p> NAVY PIERtag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-21:1971797:Topic:65757862011-10-21T00:26:13.901Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p>Here is a link to the Navy Pier webpage:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.navypier.com/index.html" target="_blank">Navy Pier</a></p>
<p>Here is a link to a map:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.navypier.com/pdf/PierMap.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Navy Pier Map.pdf</a></p>
<p>Here is a link to an interactive map:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.navypier.com/np_maps/NP_map.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Navy Pier Interactive Map</a></p>
<p> …<img alt="aerial view of Navy Pier" src="http://www.navypier.com/visit_us/images/aerial_view.jpg"></img></p>
<p></p>
<p>Here is a link to the Navy Pier webpage:</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/index.html">Navy Pier</a></p>
<p>Here is a link to a map:</p>
<p><a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.navypier.com/pdf/PierMap.pdf">Navy Pier Map.pdf</a></p>
<p>Here is a link to an interactive map:</p>
<p><a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.navypier.com/np_maps/NP_map.html">Navy Pier Interactive Map</a></p>
<p> <img src="http://www.navypier.com/visit_us/images/aerial_view.jpg" alt="aerial view of Navy Pier"/></p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Visit Navy Pier - Hours</strong></span></p>
<p>Navy Pier is open year-round* and hours vary depending on the season. Following are general vendor hours for these seasons (subject to change):</p>
<p>Current Hours of Operation: <br/>Sunday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. <br/>Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 midnight</p>
<p>Summer (Friday before Memorial Day - Labor Day)<br/>Sunday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. <br/>Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 midnight</p>
<p>Fall (Tuesday following Labor Day through October)<br/>Sunday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.<br/>Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</p>
<p>Winter (November 1 - March 31)<br/>Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.<br/>Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.<br/>Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.</p>
<p>Spring (April 1 - The Thursday before Memorial Day)<br/>Sunday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.<br/>Friday & Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.</p>
<p>* Closed Thanksgiving Day and December 25</p>
<p> </p>
<p><strong>List of restaurants</strong>: (All will open up a new page)</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#billygoat">Billy Goat Tavern</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#bubba">Bubba Gump</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#capis">Capi's Italian Kitchen</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#dockstreet">Dock Street Cafe</a><br/><a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#haagdazs">Haagen-Dazs</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#harrycarays">Harry Caray's</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#jimmy">Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Bar & Grill</a> | <a target="_blank" href="http://www.navypier.com/din_shop/dining_restaurants.html#riva">Riva / Riva Cafe</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Dining at Navy Pier - Food Court</strong></span></p>
<p>Following is a list of our food court patrons, providing a variety of tastes to please everyone's palate:</p>
<p><strong>America's Dog</strong> - Choose from 13 savory versions of the hotdog, including the Boston (bean) dog, the Houston (chili) dog and, of course, the Chicago (all toppings) dog.</p>
<p><strong>Auntie Anne's</strong> - Auntie Anne's mixes, twists and bakes pretzels to golden brown perfection in full view of customers. Its freshly baked, hand-rolled soft pretzels come in a variety of flavors from Cinnamon Sugar to Sour Cream & Onion, all with a pretzel perfect guarantee. Auntie Anne's also serves Pretzel Stix, Pretzel Dogs, Pepperoni Pretzel, and its signature lemonade, along with a selection of dipping sauces to complement every pretzel flavor. Contact Telephone: 312-595-5557.</p>
<p><strong>Ben & Jerry's</strong> - Treat your taste buds to great ice cream in generous portions with favorite flavors such as Chocolate Cookie Dough Ice Cream!</p>
<p><strong>Carnelli's Deli</strong> - Featuring creative gourmet sandwiches, pasta salads and Mama's chicken noodle soup, the deli also offers a health conscious menu and favorites for kids.</p>
<p><strong>Connie's Pizza</strong> - Visitors can create a 7' personal mini pizza. The menu also includes homemade soups, salads and pastas.</p>
<p><strong>Garrett Popcorn Shops</strong> - A Chicago tradition for 60 years, handmade fresh every day, one batch at a time, using only the highest quality ingredients. For more information call 888-4-popcorn (888-476-7267) or click here</p>
<p><strong>Greek Delight</strong> - Get a taste of the Mediterranean with gyros sandwiches, Greek salads, pork and chicken kabobs and tasty baklava for dessert.</p>
<p><strong>Jamba Juice</strong> - Jamba Juice® is the leading blender of fruit and other naturally healthy ingredients, including the company's signature fruit smoothies such as Strawberries Wild® and Five-Fruit Frenzy®. Made with 100% real fruits and fruit juices, these natural, freshly blended-to-order fruit smoothies provide three-to-five of the daily-recommended servings of fruits and vegetables and are available in a variety of sizes and options to accommodate every activity level and diet objective. Contact Telephone: 312-595-5557.</p>
<p><strong>King Wah Express</strong> - Direct from Chicago's Chinatown, King Wah provides favorites such as sweet and sour chicken, fried rice, pot stickers, egg rolls and fortune cookies.</p>
<p><strong>McDonald's The Future</strong> - Visit the most exciting and unique McDonald's in the Chicagoland area. This 7,500-square-foot restaurant features hourly laser light shows, videos and electronic gadgets to fascinate children of all ages. A retail store is also available, selling McDonald's novelty items and easy-wear clothing. For more information, please call 312-832-1640.</p>
<p><strong>Starbucks</strong> - Starbucks Coffee offers its many varieties of coffee and fresh, rich-brewed, Italian style espresso beverages, along with its wide variety of pastries, and a great selection of coffee-related accessories and equipment. Starbucks at Navy Pier can be reached at 312-595-5502.</p>
<p><strong>Twisted Lizard</strong> - Enjoy moderately priced southwestern and Mexican cuisine such as burritos, tacos and salads.</p>
<p> </p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Dining at Navy Pier - <em>Seasonal</em></strong></span></p>
<p>Late Spring through early Fall, Dock Street food vendors and the Navy Pier Beer Garden are additional dining options available to you.</p>
<p><strong>Chango Loco</strong><br/>A delightful Mexican cantina, Chango Loco is a fiesta of great food at budget-pleasing prices presented in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere. Choose from an array of Mexican favorites including nachos, tacos and carne asada - all served by a friendly, efficient staff. Chango Loco will also be overflowing with specialty drinks, which include the pink senora and the Sauza Cosmopolitan to name a few. Of course, margaritas, daiquiris and cervezas will be pouring as well. Change Logo is nestled next to Navy Pier's Crystal Garden so patrons can also enjoy terrific views of the Pier and city skyline.</p>
<p><strong>For more information, call 312-595-5434.</strong></p>
<p><em>Dock Street Vendors</em><br/><em>Bike Chicago</em><br/><em>Churro Factory</em><br/><em>Country Corn</em><br/><em>Taylor Street Trolley (frozen lemonade, ice cream)</em><br/><em>America's Dog</em><br/><em>Dippin Dots</em><br/><em>Completely Nuts</em><br/><em>East West Camera (Pier Park)</em><br/><em>Massa</em><br/><em>Flav-o-Ricious</em><br/><em>Kiddie Train Express (moves to South Arcade in October)</em><br/><em>Grayline Sightseeing</em><br/><em>Ben & Jerry's</em><br/><strong>Landshark Beer Garden at Navy Pier</strong><br/>The Landshark Beer Garden on the East End of Navy Pier is a great place to unwind and enjoy Chicago's lakefront while listening to live music five nights a week. Headlined by its signature, Landshark Lager, the beverage menu includes imports, microbrews and domestic beers, as well as trendy cocktails and frozen drinks. The walk-up window features favorite summer foods like pizza, brats and burgers. (Seasonal)</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.chicagosbestbeergarden.com/index.html">Click here</a> for more information and the music schedule.</p>
<p> </p> Template of N4M PIR 10/21/2011tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-18:1971797:Topic:65672792011-10-18T14:05:53.943Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p>I'm not sure which one of these will open. But if it does, use this to fill out and email <a href="mailto:PMSingMOMof3@gmail.com">PMSingMOMof3@gmail.com</a> or MombyChoice at navymomsbcgl2011@aol.com . Please do not fill it out here, or send it to the N4M address.</p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204551?profile=original" target="_self">n4m%20template.wps</a>,…</p>
<p>I'm not sure which one of these will open. But if it does, use this to fill out and email <a href="mailto:PMSingMOMof3@gmail.com">PMSingMOMof3@gmail.com</a> or MombyChoice at navymomsbcgl2011@aol.com . Please do not fill it out here, or send it to the N4M address.</p>
<p><a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204551?profile=original">n4m%20template.wps</a>, <a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799206769?profile=original">N4M%20template.doc</a></p> access listtag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-17:1971797:Topic:65646792011-10-17T19:07:07.411Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
Hi. My SR's friend gave him his 2 extra tickets for my mom in law and my oldest son could get in. Any ideas how to go about this? Do they just say they other ones name?
Hi. My SR's friend gave him his 2 extra tickets for my mom in law and my oldest son could get in. Any ideas how to go about this? Do they just say they other ones name? Great Lakes RTC Mapstag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-13:1971797:Topic:65546952011-10-13T22:55:51.419Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p><b><u>Great Lakes RTC Maps</u></b></p>
<p><b><u><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204666?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204666?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="300"></img></a></u></b></p>
<p>See where it says Buckley Road and then you turn into RTC? This turn is OHIO. Then see Gate 8 with the red dot? This is the gate to enter for PIR. If you continue past Gate 8 <b><u>on OHIO</u></b> you will head straight into the Metra parking lot </p>
<p>Just an FYI for everyone. I went to PIR May of this year.…</p>
<p><b><u>Great Lakes RTC Maps</u></b></p>
<p><b><u><a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204666?profile=original"><img width="300" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204666?profile=RESIZE_320x320" class="align"/></a></u></b></p>
<p>See where it says Buckley Road and then you turn into RTC? This turn is OHIO. Then see Gate 8 with the red dot? This is the gate to enter for PIR. If you continue past Gate 8 <b><u>on OHIO</u></b> you will head straight into the Metra parking lot </p>
<p>Just an FYI for everyone. I went to PIR May of this year. We were directed to park behind Midway Hall (where the black grid marks are beside the green building), NOT across the way where it says "Parking Lot Graduation" We DID return our Sailor to that parking lot across the way on the first night. All days after that I was always directed to the parking lot beside Midway Hall. I had to park and walk across (it's a walk)to get my SR from the NEX. (Visitors are not allowed past the Chapel)</p>
<p>Here is a full view of RTC:</p>
<p><a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204912?profile=original"><img width="500" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1799204912?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align"/></a></p>
<p>Just double click either picture and they will enlarge.</p> MARLINSPIKEtag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-08:1971797:Topic:65387262011-10-08T13:59:05.471Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p>There is not a lot about Marlinspike. Here is what I have:</p>
<p>From RTC website:</p>
<p><b>Marlinespike<br></br>Basic Seamanship Phase</b></p>
<p>"I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." -- John Paul Jones</p>
<p>One of the most physically challenging and motivating events in your training calendar is Basic Seamanship. You will start with the basics of line handling and shipboard watch standing. Don't relax, your training will…</p>
<p>There is not a lot about Marlinspike. Here is what I have:</p>
<p>From RTC website:</p>
<p><b>Marlinespike<br/>Basic Seamanship Phase</b></p>
<p>"I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast; for I intend to go in harm's way." -- John Paul Jones</p>
<p>One of the most physically challenging and motivating events in your training calendar is Basic Seamanship. You will start with the basics of line handling and shipboard watch standing. Don't relax, your training will move quickly. By the end of the third day you will be tested on getting the USS MARLINESPIKE (simulated training ship) underway and back to port safely as a team. Successful completion of this vigorous training will put you one step closer to the final hurdle "Battle Stations."</p>
<p>Are you Sea Worthy?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Also and older Boot Camp video with a brief portion (They have new ones and that is the one I post...but I like the old ones too...maybe I'll post both from now on).</p>
<p>Start at min 7:13 - 7:58</p>
<p><iframe width="420" frameborder="0" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Qd7_yp0Hkwc?wmode=opaque" height="315"></iframe>
</p> Graduation Videotag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-08:1971797:Topic:65379102011-10-08T01:08:06.027Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p>Does anyone know anything about buying the video of graduation?</p>
<p>Does anyone know anything about buying the video of graduation?</p> Encouraging Questionnairetag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-08:1971797:Topic:65376722011-10-08T00:59:07.703Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
<p>You will have to copy and paste this to word and tweak it a little so that it works for you. This is one of the questionnaires I made and sent to my sailor/daughter. It is a great one to send now that your recruits are halfway through. Plus you can get answers to questions you need answers to. And they take less time than writing a letter so the recruits love them. Change it around and make it yours and have fun with it. There are some very encouraging parts near the end.…</p>
<p>You will have to copy and paste this to word and tweak it a little so that it works for you. This is one of the questionnaires I made and sent to my sailor/daughter. It is a great one to send now that your recruits are halfway through. Plus you can get answers to questions you need answers to. And they take less time than writing a letter so the recruits love them. Change it around and make it yours and have fun with it. There are some very encouraging parts near the end. Enjoy!!!</p>
<p>Thanks,</p>
<p>LaLa, The PIR Ribbon making Queen :)</p>
<p> </p>
This is a test of the “NavyMoms” broadcasting system, should this be an actual GPA butt busting exam you would have been informed by your RDC. Remember this is only a test!<br/> <br/> 1. What is your name sailor? _____________________________<br/> 2. What is your rank? __________________________________<br/> 3. What is your serial number? ______ JK don’t really put that haha.<br/> 4. What is today’s date? _______________ BC day? Ex week-1 day-2______________<br/> 5. What is the date of Battlestations for your DIV? _______________________<br/> 6. How many ribbons have you won and what were they for? __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/> 7. How many flags has your division won? __________________<br/> 8. Tell me something funny about your chief or petty officer. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/> 9. Do you get test grades on the book exams or just a pass or fail? ______________ <br/> 10. If so, what were the highest and lowest scores you have received? ____________<br/> 11. Has anyone made you laugh out loud? __________ Who? ___________________ And why? ______________________________________________________________________________<br/> 12. Are you happy with your decision to join the Army? _______________________<br/> 13. What? You thought this was the Navy? _______ hahahaha<br/> 14. Who is your bunk mate? _____________________________________________<br/> 15. Does any he/she snore? _________________________________________________<br/> 16. Tell me about your best friend at BC _________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________<br/> 17. Where will you be going for A-school? _____________________<br/> 18. Do you want to be on land, ship, or air? ___________________<br/> (if air you might be in the wrong branch lol.)<br/> 19. What is your favorite kind of candy? ______________________<br/> 20. What are you missing the most? _________________________<br/> 21. Do you even miss your cell phone? __________ I hope not, I donated it to charity, lol JK<br/> 22. Is anyone giving you a hard time? __________________ Cause I can come up there and woop some ass!!! No really I can!!! Don't think I won't do it. I have been thinking about breaching that gate.<br/> 23. How many hours of sleep do you get each night? ___________<br/> 24. Is it getting easier to get up early? _______________________<br/> 25. Are you or your whole division Grad N Go or Saturday Departure? _________________<br/> <br/> Ok, now is time for some advice. <br/> I guess you have realized that boot camp in many ways has gotten easier in the last couple of weeks. But now it is getting hard again. The RDC’s have loosened up a little and you have made some friends. It is no longer about what you can do. It is about what your group can do together as a team. When you are going through battle stations remember what they want is teamwork. There is no “I” in team. You must be able to work together. Battlestations is to prepare you for an actual emergency on a ship. They have to know that you have what it takes to handle any kind of emergency situation. So when you are going into battlestations think of yourself as just one very small part of a machine. If all the other parts are not working the machine will fail. If one part is having a hard time you must step in and help that part out. If you need to take the lead do it. If you need to let someone else take the lead let them. That’s what teamwork is. You can do this. You should know by now that you have to work together. The RDC’s are not looking for who does the best at this point. They are looking at how well you come together as a group and how you handle an emergency. Take care of your team first and do your part. Help those who are having a hard time. Don’t think you can’t be set back at this point because you can. You have to keep busting your ass to get this done. You have come too far and grown too much to turn back. Now it is time to finish this task. If a division does bad as a group it looks bad on the person in charge. It makes him/her look like they didn’t do their job. So bust your butts and get this done together as a team. You can do this. Most recruits say battle stations is fun after it is over. But you must have that teamwork. So make sure everything y’all do from this point on is all about teamwork. Yeah!!!! GO TEAM!!! You got this, you really do. Good luck! And this Navy Mom loves you all….<br/> <br/> 26. Answer only questions 1 -3 above. Hasn’t the Navy taught you anything? Lol Only give your name, rank and serial number Sailor !!!!!! younger siblingstag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-10-07:1971797:Topic:65348822011-10-07T01:46:27.269Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
My SR has a SIS who is 11 years younger, and the 2 are inseparable. I can't get her to write to him anymore or even talk about him. I know she's heart broken. And I know he is, by reading his letters. Is anyone else in this situation?
My SR has a SIS who is 11 years younger, and the 2 are inseparable. I can't get her to write to him anymore or even talk about him. I know she's heart broken. And I know he is, by reading his letters. Is anyone else in this situation? GRADUATION 10/21/11tag:navyformoms.ning.com,2011-09-30:1971797:Topic:65136852011-09-30T00:11:26.877Znyyolihttps://navyformoms.ning.com/profile/nyyoli
SORRY I SPELLED MARRIOTT WRONG ON MY LAST DICUSSION
SORRY I SPELLED MARRIOTT WRONG ON MY LAST DICUSSION