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Moms/Dads/Families with Nukes in Ballston Spa, NY
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Wanted to start a group for moms, dads, and other family members that have Nukes currently attending Prototype in Ballston Spa, NY.
Members: 169
Latest Activity: on Thursday
Thought I would start a group for the families of sailors stationed in NY for Prototype. It will be nice to chat about what is going on with our sailors whether it is good or bad so that we can support each other. I have connected with many people on this site but it is always nice to meet others that are going through the same things together. Also if you have had a sailor in NY for an extended amount of time then you can help the new ones just coming in on what to expect.
Discussion Forum
A Sailors Perspective of Prototype from 2009
Started by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet). Last reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on Thursday. 2 Replies 1 Like
Apartments in Ballston Spa
Started by WATTCO1957 Ship 12 Div 083. Last reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on Wednesday. 20 Replies 2 Likes
April Graduation
Started by Koko. Last reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) Feb 7, 2018. 2 Replies 0 Likes
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Comment by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on May 8, 2014 at 11:22am
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Wendy - I'm wondering if the first part that he qualified for is the section they call "Off Crew". That is what my son is doing right now - M-F only....I think he said it's about the first 2 months of proto and then they go to "On Crew" which is the rotating shift work. Does that sound like what your son is waiting for? His "On Crew" to start? My son was originally MARF but because of the reactor problems they switched his whole group to S8G.....I know that many of those that were already in MARF are experiencing HUGE delays. He also said that there are some that their graduation dates have been delayed until after the date they've given his group. Of course his isn't a for sure date either LOL. He said you can count on there being delays at some point in proto. Oh well......hurry up & wait, right?!
Patti - glad you were able to give the news to your son in person.....and he can see how you are doing so hopefully less worry for him! Keep us updated on your treatment. Continued prayers for you our Navy Seasister!
Hope everyone has a great day!
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Comment by Wendy4Cody on May 7, 2014 at 11:16pm
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My son has qualified in the first part of Prototype, but his group is waiting for his reactor/unit to be fixed. Apparently it is off line right now. He thinks maybe they will start the last phase in September. There are two sites, and one is not up and running. That's all I know. He will get through it, but it will take patience right now.
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Yay Patti and Laura! So happy that your sailors are home on leave ;-) Enjoy the time with them and like NancyJo said make sure to get lots and lots of hugs!
Wendy4Cody - have fun on your visit to BS. We had a great time over Easter with our son! So has your son not started classes yet or is this a different part of the schooling that starts in September? Our son got there in January and started class on 4/14/14. I think he said he goes on "On-Crew" around the beginning of June.
Have a great day - and stay Happy!
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Comment by NancyJo (NNPTC) on May 5, 2014 at 9:15am
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I'm jealous of all you moms getting to see your sailors! Really, I'm happy for you. It sounds wonderful. Remember, extra hugs for those of us who aren't hugging their own!
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Comment by Laura on May 3, 2014 at 7:01am
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Wendy....enjoy your time in Ballston Spa/Saratoga Springs!
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My son arrived home last night ....two long years of study finally done! Have to get everyone up to unload truck. Patti, enjoy your time with your son. Say hey to hubby, will talk soon!
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I just booked a spontaneous trip back to see my son in Ballston Spa! Apparently, his group won't be starting to work on their reactor until possibly September. Maybe he will come home for a week or two in July, but I couldn't wait! I haven't seen him since October. We will have 2-3 days of us time. Yeay!!
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Thanks everyone! Of course it was too quick of a trip, but we will take what we can get!
Mommamac - yes they do have a good group of friends and it was nice for us to finally meet them! It makes me happy to see them all so happy ;-) We are hoping to send the college boy to visit over the summer. He hasn't been able to go to anything but BC graduation - seems like it's always finals time for him LOL. Promised him a trip to NY to see his brother and he really wants to go to the Baseball Hall of Fame.....You're right - they should be starting "on crew" by then and will have 4 day weekends once in a while. Just have to get the timing right!
Happy Monday!
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B'sNukeMoM, what a great photo. Glad it went well. Looks like the weather was great, too! He looks a lot like Mama!
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Comment by Mommamac MM(CVN77) on April 27, 2014 at 1:40am
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B'snukemom, I'm so glad you had great time. Were planning on going up in June and Hopfully they will have 3 day weekends by then. They have a great group of guys between the 2 apts. and I know they all watch out for one another. I'm just glad they finally started school.
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