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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: Jun 19
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) Jun 19. 2 Replies 1 Like
Apartments in Ballston Spa
Started by WATTCO1957 Ship 12 Div 083. Last reply by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) Jun 18. 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 Eppidoo on April 4, 2014 at 10:42am
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My son is due to graduate from prototype real soon although he does not have his orders yet we have been researching housing possibilities in Bangor WA and KingsBay GA - does anyone have any suggestions on where is the best place to begin looking? We would appreciate your help!
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Comment by NancyJo (NNPTC) on April 4, 2014 at 9:35am
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My son doesn't have hard orders yet but has been told he will be on the Carl Vinson out of San Diego when he's done at BS in November. That was his first choice so he's happy. He's been in BS for what seems like a very long time, the last two years as staff. Hard to believe May 12 he will be in for 4 yrs already.
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Comment by Laura on April 3, 2014 at 7:02pm
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Thought you had one more week..lost track. So glad your getting back into the swing of things.....yes hard waiting for orders...
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The weather will be great...Spring is here! Boys should hear where they are going any day now. They are on different schedules but should graduate same time.
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Comment by B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on April 3, 2014 at 12:24pm
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Laura - I forget - does your son know yet where he is going or is it too soon? Are he and Patti's son in the same ELT class? I'm counting down the days until our visit - only 2 more weeks!! I hope the weather continues to warm up a bit.....
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My son's ELT class ending in May. There is some kind of rotation(start/end) of classed) that is unpredictable. They start when enough have rotated out and have enough to start. On the positive side, he is familiar with area by now,has been getting paid and will be there during beautiful weather. Enjoy your visit!
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Well now the "new" start date is 4/21/14.....
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Happy Friday! Hope everyone's wearing their Red shirts today. Remember Everyone Deployed!
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