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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 B'sNukeMoM⚓️MMN(Vet) on March 12, 2014 at 4:43pm
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Hopefully that will work for my son too (the advance planning part!). He's MARF. I know he has mentioned a few times about shutdowns (both planned & unplanned!). I just hope things move along smoothly for him (and all of them). I know he should still be on "off crew" when we head that way Easter weekend.....he thought maybe on Friday's they might get off a little early - rather than the 12 hours. At least we know we will have the weekend with him!
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Thanks Patti! Yes I am glad it's finally starting....and sailor is too! Now I just hope there aren't too many delays!
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Just heard from my son - prototype class starts on Monday!
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ktrsb - well sorry the car is on a flatbed - but glad to hear he at least was able to check in on time! Hopefully you/he will have some time to get it fixed......good luck with the car and good luck to him in his next step with the Navy!
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Comment by Laura on March 3, 2014 at 11:24am
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So glad he made it...has been on mind, checked site several times. Give him our best. The Ziegler's (met briefly at prototype graduation- Alex's mom and dad).
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Comment by ktrsb CVN-75 on March 3, 2014 at 10:05am
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Hey, all. Sorry, was a little frazzled. Yes, my sailor made it to Norfolk in time to report on Monday. He and the car arrived on the back of a flatbed. He's found a secure location for it, and we are going to figure out what to do (I think I know what it needs) when we know what his short term future looks like (whether he goes to the HST or waits for its return).
Thanks for prayers and good wishes! Not sure how much I will follow this group with mine gone from BS, but I will always remember his days in Proto, and the blessings of all the support we got there!
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Airfare booked, hotel booked. Now just need to figure out the train from Albany to NYC for that Saturday! (And really hoping it does warm up a little by then too!!)
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I think cheaper to book on Wednesday...hope you get a reasonable flight.So exciting that your finalizing your plans.⚓
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NJ Navy Mom - I would love to be able to meet up with you! It looks like now we are heading that way Easter weekend....4/17- 4/21. Flights are much cheaper in April than in June. I booked the Roosevelt (thank you Patti for the recommendation!) and just need to finalize the air which I hope to do today. Of course then we have to keep our fingers crossed that sailors schedule doesn't change too drastically.
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