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Norfolk Sailors - Family & Friends
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For families and friends of Sailors who are stationed at Norfolk; for either Sea Duty or Shore Duty Sailors. Just make sure to keep OPSEC issues in mind and not disclose ship movements in advance.
Members: 1316
Latest Activity: Jan 13
RED CROSS CONTACT INFO:
In the event of an emergency within the sailor’s family, where you feel the sailor must be notified and considered for Emergency Leave, you must notify the American Red Cross through the national headquarters in Washington, DC (1-877-272-7337) or via their website www.redcross.org.
Discussion Forum
Norfolk Navy Lodge info, base tours, plus what to see and do in the area
Started by Marcy ~ Corpsman Mom. Last reply by Shanny Aug 12, 2022. 28 Replies 0 Likes
"Navy Lodge Norfolk" - Information, rates and photos
Started by Marcy ~ Corpsman Mom. Last reply by Chipmunk Sep 30, 2019. 16 Replies 1 Like
Barracks?
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Comment by CLAMOM on March 26, 2012 at 5:38pm
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navymom2011...thats what i'm hoping for!!!! Our house has been burglarized too!!! And its a feeling that I will never forget!!! Took all my valuables we worked hard for!!!!
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Yes this was definetly a wake up call for her...she has been blessed with good room mates and then this bum does something stupid. But like I told her she needed the make up more than she did....I saw a picture of her on her bed...and she was very unattractive...lol....and we can replace the necklace.....My daughters intials are engraved on the back of the necklace. And as far as the box of caprisun's she stole out the fridge!!! I hopes she get choked!!!! HAHA.......thanks ladies for allowing me to vent!!!!
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Comment by navymom2011 on March 26, 2012 at 5:28pm
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It is just stuff but it was HER stuff and people who steal don't belong in our NAVY! Our home has been robbed twice and it is not a good feeling no matter how big or small the "stuff" is, glad they know who it is and hope they get discharged with a dishonorable discharge just what they deserve!
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Comment by Marcy ~ Corpsman Mom on March 26, 2012 at 5:19pm
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I didn't want to sound cold but I do believe that a wake-up can be a pretty valuable experience, and women especially need to up their awareness about life as they make their way into the adult world. I've been robbed, had my house burglarized etc and it didn't make me cynical (much LOL), just aware, and safer.
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Thanks Marcy for the warm welcome!!! Navymom2011....they know who did it so its just a matter of them getting her when she reports to her next command. Hopefully she is still in the states.
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I am just sick hearing about this! I hope she gets her things back. Does she know who did it?? I hope that person gets punished to the.fullest extent, good luck, it makes it hard when they are so far away and we can't help them!
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I will keep you posted. My daughter reported it to the Lead Petty Officer of the barracks.
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Re the theft and trying to find the silver lining...this could be a good heads-up for our new sailor to be mindful of both her things and also of getting taken advantage of. Thankfully, it was only "stuff" she lost (albeit of value to her whether sentimental or $$), and she wasn't harmed nor lost items of high value (computer etc). The Navy like anywhere, comprises folks of all types, and she needs to be aware of her surroundings and situation always as she goes along - just like we do. That said, the good sailors outnumber the bad ones!! Welcome to her and you, and wishing her the best in Norfolk. The weather's turning beautiful, everything's in bloom, beach season is around the corner and she'll have a great time I'm sure! :)
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momofbp.....When she called me this morning I was ready to get in my car and drive back to Norfolk!!! And I was thinking like you....you are in the Military and you go through your fellow sailor things and take them!!! WHY??? I told her she can't trust anyone and she needs to lock up everything even if you are going to the bathroom!!! Nothing is safe. I don't think she should be defending our country and getting paid when there are good men and women being booted out of the navy everyday for one thing or the other and she is a THIEF!!!! I can't stand a thief!!!!! Makes my BLOOD BOIL!!!!!
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Thank you Marcy!!!
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