DS finally got his orders. Been waiting 3 weeks for them. He detaches in 3 days and reports to Kingsville in 9. Good thing they were already planning a do-it-yourself move. Up next: the Centrifuge in San Antonio. I can't even comprehend doing that.
So happy to hear about winging NNMShelia; hope the rest of your trip went smoothly.
Nancy? What's the word? Sending thoughts and prayers your way.
NNM - Whidbey would send you out are way! That could be fun.
JAMI-Years of listening and research. Oh the career scenarios I have heard while sitting at the dinner table or riding in the car. I just keep listening. There seems to be an abundance of information about the fixed wing pipeline, not so much about the rotary line. My DS graduated top in his class and chose to be one of the last Navy 46 pilots. He actually flew a 46 out to the bone yard in AZ during the end of his tour at HC-11 (which is now gone, converted to HSC). He flew the 46 that is mounted on sticks at the entrance to North Island. Then he converted over to the 60's. He's flown the SH, HH, MH series. HC originally converted to HS and converted to HSC. Interesting career including a stint as an IA to Kabul on Gen. McNeill's staff when McNeill was in charge if ISAF.
Re: NancyW. She posted on FB this morning that they had good news. What ever happened last week did not leave any lasting evidence in Brian's brain. Good news all around.
Kris, I bought the fabric in Anacortes, Wa while visiting DS. There is a great little fabric shop there. The fabric is called: "Celebrating the Naval Aviation Centennial" Screen Print D#11006, Patriots Series, by Robert Kaufman. I just looked on the Robert Kaufman site, saw other great military fabric, but not that one. You might call around to see who handles that line. If not, PM me and I will look up the name of the shop I purchased it at.
ATTENTION Navy wives, fiances, and girlfriends going to Pensacola to be with their sailor for A-school: When I moved to Pensacola from Denver I just packed my car up with my dogs and as much stuff as I could fit in the car. We are going to be stationed in San Diego, so I will be packing the car back up, but with even less room since my sailor is coming with me. I rented a couple pieces of furniture but I am giving away all of the other household items I purchased while here including a desk and couch! If you're coming to Pensacola in a similar fashion and need some household goods PM me for a long, full list of items I am giving away. You will need to come pick them up, but other than that, they're FREE! My husband graduates August 8th, so I will need you to come pick your stuff up on the 8th/9th!
I had to laugh when I read KrisP's comment about the EAA show. We took the kids up there every year for about 5 years, and I'm sure that is where my DS got the aviation bug! Thanks for bringing back the memories, Kris.
Looks like hubby and I will be attending Tailhook! An opportunity (I hope) to see DS. We have a friend that has a booth and have been asked to help. We will be pouring "Fighter Pilot Red" a very nice Zinfandel . Ok, seeing our son and pouring wine for the Tailhook folks.
We just heard a brief radio blip about a collision off Va Beach but can't find any info. If anyone know any links to news, please post. We are at our cabin and can only get info on the web. Thanks.
Just found an article on the Navy Times. The coast guard rescued an Air National Guard pilot from one F16, and the other pilot landed his jet. Our news in Alaska is often spotty and delayed. Since DS is off working, we can't call him. Needless to say, our hearts are thumping every time we hear of an accident.
Found this on Amazone .com. I can't get the picture to insert but it is cotton fabric with navy pictures and navy seal. It comes up if you put us navy cotton fabric in the search of Amazone.
US Navy Cotton Fabric
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Price: $8.90
Note: $3.99 shipping when purchased from Fantastic Sports Store. Not eligible for Amazon Prime.
Only 12 left in stock.
Ships from and sold by Fantastic Sports Store.
2 new from $8.90
Enter the amount of yards you wish to buy in the quantity section
Will be shipped to you in one continous piece
All Cotton and Fleece are machine wash and Dry
Cotton is 45†wide-Fleece is 58†wide
Primary varies. He will be going through it during the holidays so it may take longer but 6-8 months is primary typically. Are you moving to whiting field or Corpus Christi? Our friends are finishing up around the 7 month time frame.
Sweet*Southern*Lady (whitney), where did you get your wings? I have heard of several places but let's face it.....they are pricey! (but well worth it). Would you mind sharing what the price of the wings are these days? I will be needing a pair in Feb-April (depending on the schedule).
His follow on orders are to Whiting Field. After talking to some of the spouses here in Pcola they all ordered gold wings from http://www.flywings.com/ you can do a prepayment plan so its paid in cash. They cost $639.00 because I 'ordered' them from Illinois. Its an out of state sale no sales tax. After I get them I'm going to have them engraved on the back!
Oh wow Chris! How wonderful. Can't wait to hear all about it!
SSL Whitney: DS just finished Primary at Whiting. He and his wife lived in Bagdad, just south of Milton. Real cute duplex. She got a job on base while he was still in API in Pcola. Enjoy!
Having a rough day here too...the calls when things are going well are so fantastic and the calls when things are not are really crushing. Please send us some positive thoughts and prayers. Best to all...
Oh Barb, I know that! Its a gradual process to letting go and not internalizing all the ups and downs of their journey. We realized it was just too stressful for us, my husband would probably have a heart attack. I find some peace in prayer and living my faith. My husband keeps busy with his projects. This career path our LOs have chosen will have many highs and lows, we are here to support and love. If you need to, personal message a Navy4mom, I've always felt better with all the lovely moms support.
Thanks Nancy, I learned a lot from that post. Hope all works out well for your husband.
Leslie, I had to laugh reading about your sandal comment. I've been wearing either rubber boots or shoes all summer. Actually, the pair of Bogs shoes are more comfortable than my sneakers.
Happy weekend moms! DH and I are on our way to a Navy for Moms gathering at the Southcenter Cheesecake Factory in Tukwila, WA. Should be lots of fun. Also have my shopping list for after lunch. Have a great weekend.
Hello Everyone! I don't post much but I read it all. It's so heartwarming and comforting to know there are other moms out there who understand and care so much about our children and each other.
To those with health issues I feel your pain. My husband was diagnosed with MS last year and has trigeminal neuralgia from it which causes severe and crippling facial pain. He has his ups and downs but we get through it with lots of prayer. The hardest part is having to tell our DS what's going on. It was worse before he winged. We didn't want to distract him from the training.
To all those who were promoted and/or winged congratulations. My DS's winging in Norfolk was truly inspiring. The NFO E2C Hawkeye community is quite amazing. He told us our family just thought his graduation/commissioning from USNA was impressive but in reality the two years of training and his winging was a much bigger and more impressive accomplishment. Thanks to all you ladies for understanding and allowing me to be so proud of him. I know you are just as proud of your children as well.
For those whose DS's are much further along in their careers congrats to you too. I love hearing what the next chapters are like.
On a lighter note. FitFlops are great...unless you have plantar fasciitis. I developed it in my right foot about two years ago. If you have it or are worried about developing it try Orthaheel. They saved me lots of pain. They are a pricey but well worth not having to have injections in my heel or doctor visits. I have literally walked miles in them. And living in Louisiana (like Florida) you have to have flip flops and sandals.
Anyway enough rambling. Again thanks to all of you for your support.
Congratulations Suzie! How excited he must be. What and where is El Centro?
My DS classes up tomorrow in Kingsville. He did the centrifuge on Friday. All we heard was the text. "it sucked...but was successful." His wife had to start the move-in process while he was gone as the apartment wasn't ready til Friday. Hopefully he got back in time to help with the heavy stuff.
Oh my its been a long time since I posted but I enjoy reading what everyone is up to.
JudyM: I was at a horse show on Whidbey Island this weekend and there were two Growlers flying around all day. It makes for a very exciting horse show! I wondered if one was your DS? You know it takes 20 minutes to get to the Whidbey Island ferry from my house so the next time you are up this way I expect a visit!
I got to see my DS last month when I went to the Sierra Nevada mountains to do my first triathlon. We got to camp together for three nights and had such a blast. The family missed my daughter & I coming across the finish line together because they were waiting for us at the bike transition zone. I guess they didn't think we would have a respectable finish... We hiked in Yosemite for two days afterward and then DS got to fly over Yosemite the next night. He said that Half Dome looks a lot smaller from the air.
I have admired the friendships you gals have made. I love how you help one another. I have held all your prayer requests up continually. Your posts are touching and exciting. I know you do not know me well but I am hoping you can help. My son has a house close to Whiting Field that is nice but his roommate selected P3s and he has Helos. So, he has found himself alone in a house. He needs a roommate. If anyone has (knows of) a male student aviator heading to NAS Whiting Field for training (now or in the near future) and is looking for a good place to stay, this is a nice opportunity. The house is really nice and the bedrooms are of good size. It is only a few minutes away from the base. Please let me if you know of someone looking for a good place to live that is reasonably priced. Alex is easy to live with and his roommates from school and in training said he is really great to live with. Thanks so much!
gonavymom, not sure if it was my son, though he seems to be flying quite a bit. It is so exciting. Not sure when our next visit will be, but you and I need to get together. He actually lives in Anacortes. DS and girl going to her family in Dallas for Thanksgiving, so hopefully they will come here or us there for Christmas. Depends on if big brother is home from Japan for the holidays.
UNM Sean's mom - my son is just a few months ahead of yours. He has been in Corpus since June. Things are going well except they are really delayed because the planes are not being maintained and they miss 2 out of 3 scheduled flights.
CheriH
DS finally got his orders. Been waiting 3 weeks for them. He detaches in 3 days and reports to Kingsville in 9. Good thing they were already planning a do-it-yourself move. Up next: the Centrifuge in San Antonio. I can't even comprehend doing that.
So happy to hear about winging NNMShelia; hope the rest of your trip went smoothly.
Jul 24, 2013
JudyM
Nancy, prayers and positive thoughts for you and your hubby.
Sheila, winging is awesome, isn't it? Kingsville does try to make it special. Such a proud parent moment.
DS still loving growlers and Washington. Can't wait to go up there again.
Everyone, have a great week.
Jul 24, 2013
Paymaster
I always love it when they say the went somewhere for lunch!
Jul 24, 2013
Helomom
NNM - Whidbey would send you out are way! That could be fun.
JAMI-Years of listening and research. Oh the career scenarios I have heard while sitting at the dinner table or riding in the car. I just keep listening. There seems to be an abundance of information about the fixed wing pipeline, not so much about the rotary line. My DS graduated top in his class and chose to be one of the last Navy 46 pilots. He actually flew a 46 out to the bone yard in AZ during the end of his tour at HC-11 (which is now gone, converted to HSC). He flew the 46 that is mounted on sticks at the entrance to North Island. Then he converted over to the 60's. He's flown the SH, HH, MH series. HC originally converted to HS and converted to HSC. Interesting career including a stint as an IA to Kabul on Gen. McNeill's staff when McNeill was in charge if ISAF.
Jul 24, 2013
AH
Re: NancyW. She posted on FB this morning that they had good news. What ever happened last week did not leave any lasting evidence in Brian's brain. Good news all around.
Nancy - so happy for you and your family
Jul 25, 2013
JudyM
Nancy, God heard all the prayers said for you and your husband. What a wakeup call.
Sheila, the folks at Whidbey are wonderful. My DS moved there in May and loves it. Everyone is helpful and friendly.
Been sewing today for DS and his lady. I made pillowcases. Thought I would share this one with you all. The fabric is Naval Aviation Centennial.
Jul 27, 2013
JudyM
Kris, I bought the fabric in Anacortes, Wa while visiting DS. There is a great little fabric shop there. The fabric is called: "Celebrating the Naval Aviation Centennial" Screen Print D#11006, Patriots Series, by Robert Kaufman. I just looked on the Robert Kaufman site, saw other great military fabric, but not that one. You might call around to see who handles that line. If not, PM me and I will look up the name of the shop I purchased it at.
Jul 27, 2013
Dawn
Jul 27, 2013
NavyWife09 Ship 3 Div 193
ATTENTION Navy wives, fiances, and girlfriends going to Pensacola to be with their sailor for A-school: When I moved to Pensacola from Denver I just packed my car up with my dogs and as much stuff as I
could fit in the car. We are going to be stationed in San Diego, so I will be packing the car back up, but with even less room since my sailor is coming with me. I rented a couple pieces of
furniture but I am giving away all of the other household items I purchased while here including a desk and couch! If you're coming to Pensacola in a similar fashion and need some household goods PM me for
a long, full list of items I am giving away. You will need to come pick them up, but other than that, they're FREE! My husband graduates August 8th, so I will need you to come pick your stuff up on the 8th/9th!
Jul 27, 2013
Paymaster
Judy...Are you getting in some pillowcase practice before our annual Pillowcase sewing day in September?
Really cute pillowcase!
Jul 28, 2013
JudyM
Yes, Paymaster I am getting lots of practice. When is the date? We will be gone for about 12 days in September.
Dawn, I do have a pattern and it is really very simple. I have attached it.PillowCaseInstructions.JPG
Jul 28, 2013
Dawn
Jul 28, 2013
JudyM
Glad you like the pillow case instructions. It is easy and really cute. Just find the fabric that works for you.
Everyone, have a great week.
Jul 28, 2013
Paymaster
Judy and anyone who would like to join us or help support our efforts.
Pillowcase sewing day for the Wounded Warrior project
Sat Sept 21, 2013
Please contact me for more information.
Jul 29, 2013
bora's mom
Regarding the aviation fabric:
equilter.com has it Patriots 5 Naval Aviation
The pillowcases look great.
Jul 30, 2013
Dawn
Jul 31, 2013
Dawn
Jul 31, 2013
Marianne
I had to laugh when I read KrisP's comment about the EAA show. We took the kids up there every year for about 5 years, and I'm sure that is where my DS got the aviation bug! Thanks for bringing back the memories, Kris.
Jul 31, 2013
Paymaster
So true!
Aug 1, 2013
JudyM
Aug 2, 2013
Paymaster
Judy....I figured we would get to see him!
Aug 2, 2013
Michelle
We just heard a brief radio blip about a collision off Va Beach but can't find any info. If anyone know any links to news, please post. We are at our cabin and can only get info on the web. Thanks.
Aug 2, 2013
Michelle
Just found an article on the Navy Times. The coast guard rescued an Air National Guard pilot from one F16, and the other pilot landed his jet. Our news in Alaska is often spotty and delayed. Since DS is off working, we can't call him. Needless to say, our hearts are thumping every time we hear of an accident.
Aug 2, 2013
CheriH
http://www.navytimes.com/article/20130802/NEWS03/308020015/Coast-Gu...
Here's the link. The rescued pilot appears to have a broken leg. And yes, we hold our breath til we get the details.
Aug 2, 2013
Dawn
US Navy Cotton Fabric
by Sykel
5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
Price: $8.90
Note: $3.99 shipping when purchased from Fantastic Sports Store. Not eligible for Amazon Prime.
Only 12 left in stock.
Ships from and sold by Fantastic Sports Store.
2 new from $8.90
Enter the amount of yards you wish to buy in the quantity section
Will be shipped to you in one continous piece
All Cotton and Fleece are machine wash and Dry
Cotton is 45†wide-Fleece is 58†wide
Aug 3, 2013
Dawn
Aug 3, 2013
Michelle
Thanks Cheri, James & Leslie for responding to my earlier post. I figured someone closer to Va. Beach might have heard something.
Aug 4, 2013
Sweet*Southern*Lady
I put solid gold wings on Lay-away... What point of the process does he get pinned?
Aug 4, 2013
Hurricane
Aug 4, 2013
Sweet*Southern*Lady
Thanks.. OMG So I just figured out we're moving in 8-10 weeks. How long does Primary take?
Aug 4, 2013
Hurricane
Aug 4, 2013
USNA Mom
Sweet*Southern*Lady (whitney), where did you get your wings? I have heard of several places but let's face it.....they are pricey! (but well worth it). Would you mind sharing what the price of the wings are these days? I will be needing a pair in Feb-April (depending on the schedule).
Thanks!
Aug 4, 2013
Sweet*Southern*Lady
His follow on orders are to Whiting Field. After talking to some of the spouses here in Pcola they all ordered gold wings from http://www.flywings.com/ you can do a prepayment plan so its paid in cash. They cost $639.00 because I 'ordered' them from Illinois. Its an out of state sale no sales tax. After I get them I'm going to have them engraved on the back!
Aug 5, 2013
Dawn
Aug 5, 2013
Dawn
Chris do they both fly the F18? Will they be able to fly together or do they come separate?
Aug 5, 2013
CheriH
Oh wow Chris! How wonderful. Can't wait to hear all about it!
SSL Whitney: DS just finished Primary at Whiting. He and his wife lived in Bagdad, just south of Milton. Real cute duplex. She got a job on base while he was still in API in Pcola. Enjoy!
Aug 5, 2013
Dawn
Aug 7, 2013
Sweet*Southern*Lady
CheriH,
Thanks! I have a fabulous job downtown Pcola as receptionist. I hoping to find somewhere to live in Bagdad and or Pace.
Aug 7, 2013
Barb
Having a rough day here too...the calls when things are going well are so fantastic and the calls when things are not are really crushing. Please send us some positive thoughts and prayers. Best to all...
Aug 8, 2013
ulua
Oh Barb, I know that! Its a gradual process to letting go and not internalizing all the ups and downs of their journey. We realized it was just too stressful for us, my husband would probably have a heart attack. I find some peace in prayer and living my faith. My husband keeps busy with his projects. This career path our LOs have chosen will have many highs and lows, we are here to support and love. If you need to, personal message a Navy4mom, I've always felt better with all the lovely moms support.
Aug 8, 2013
Michelle
Thanks Nancy, I learned a lot from that post. Hope all works out well for your husband.
Leslie, I had to laugh reading about your sandal comment. I've been wearing either rubber boots or shoes all summer. Actually, the pair of Bogs shoes are more comfortable than my sneakers.
Aug 9, 2013
Helomom
Aug 10, 2013
ulua
Congratulations to your DS Suzie! What a great day for you. On to the next level of training for him.
My husband has been on weight watchers for the last 6 months, there is nothing good to eat in our house....cheesecake sounds fabulous!
Aug 10, 2013
AnnfromLouisiana
To those with health issues I feel your pain. My husband was diagnosed with MS last year and has trigeminal neuralgia from it which causes severe and crippling facial pain. He has his ups and downs but we get through it with lots of prayer. The hardest part is having to tell our DS what's going on. It was worse before he winged. We didn't want to distract him from the training.
To all those who were promoted and/or winged congratulations. My DS's winging in Norfolk was truly inspiring. The NFO E2C Hawkeye community is quite amazing. He told us our family just thought his graduation/commissioning from USNA was impressive but in reality the two years of training and his winging was a much bigger and more impressive accomplishment. Thanks to all you ladies for understanding and allowing me to be so proud of him. I know you are just as proud of your children as well.
For those whose DS's are much further along in their careers congrats to you too. I love hearing what the next chapters are like.
On a lighter note. FitFlops are great...unless you have plantar fasciitis. I developed it in my right foot about two years ago. If you have it or are worried about developing it try Orthaheel. They saved me lots of pain. They are a pricey but well worth not having to have injections in my heel or doctor visits. I have literally walked miles in them. And living in Louisiana (like Florida) you have to have flip flops and sandals.
Anyway enough rambling. Again thanks to all of you for your support.
Aug 10, 2013
CheriH
Congratulations Suzie! How excited he must be. What and where is El Centro?
My DS classes up tomorrow in Kingsville. He did the centrifuge on Friday. All we heard was the text. "it sucked...but was successful." His wife had to start the move-in process while he was gone as the apartment wasn't ready til Friday. Hopefully he got back in time to help with the heavy stuff.
Aug 11, 2013
gonavymom
Oh my its been a long time since I posted but I enjoy reading what everyone is up to.
JudyM: I was at a horse show on Whidbey Island this weekend and there were two Growlers flying around all day. It makes for a very exciting horse show! I wondered if one was your DS? You know it takes 20 minutes to get to the Whidbey Island ferry from my house so the next time you are up this way I expect a visit!
I got to see my DS last month when I went to the Sierra Nevada mountains to do my first triathlon. We got to camp together for three nights and had such a blast. The family missed my daughter & I coming across the finish line together because they were waiting for us at the bike transition zone. I guess they didn't think we would have a respectable finish... We hiked in Yosemite for two days afterward and then DS got to fly over Yosemite the next night. He said that Half Dome looks a lot smaller from the air.
Enjoy these last few weeks of summer everyone!
Aug 13, 2013
USNA Mom
I have admired the friendships you gals have made. I love how you help one another. I have held all your prayer requests up continually. Your posts are touching and exciting. I know you do not know me well but I am hoping you can help. My son has a house close to Whiting Field that is nice but his roommate selected P3s and he has Helos. So, he has found himself alone in a house. He needs a roommate. If anyone has (knows of) a male student aviator heading to NAS Whiting Field for training (now or in the near future) and is looking for a good place to stay, this is a nice opportunity. The house is really nice and the bedrooms are of good size. It is only a few minutes away from the base.
Please let me if you know of someone looking for a good place to live that is reasonably priced. Alex is easy to live with and his roommates from school and in training said he is really great to live with. Thanks so much!
Aug 15, 2013
JudyM
gonavymom, not sure if it was my son, though he seems to be flying quite a bit. It is so exciting. Not sure when our next visit will be, but you and I need to get together. He actually lives in Anacortes. DS and girl going to her family in Dallas for Thanksgiving, so hopefully they will come here or us there for Christmas. Depends on if big brother is home from Japan for the holidays.
Aug 15, 2013
jamielss
UNM Sean's mom - my son is just a few months ahead of yours. He has been in Corpus since June. Things are going well except they are really delayed because the planes are not being maintained and they miss 2 out of 3 scheduled flights.
Aug 21, 2013
ulua
SusanW- What nice photo of your pilot! Congrats
Aug 23, 2013