NUKE moms

Q's Momma - congratulations to both your kids!  Awesome accomplishments for both of them ;-D

The Navy is dropping its requirement to have either a GED or High School Diploma in order to meet enlistment goals:

US Navy Relaxes Standards

Lower Enlistment Standards

Hi all - Happy Tuesday!  It's still raining here in SoCal.  Record amounts of rain and flooding....it's been a crazy few days.

B'sNukeMom, that's crazy!  I have that song "It never rains in California" playing in my mind.  Hope y'all are safe and not flooded!

B'sNukeMom - I hope things are letting up a bit for you all. 

Well, my vet Nuke is moving on in life after the Navy, going to school, being a family man, and a homeowner. 

Q'sMomma - Your May is going to be bountiful!! We have had similar times as well over the years whether it was nieces and nephews or our own children. Many blessings to you and your family. 

The rain is finally letting up but it's going to be a lot of cleanup for some areas.  Lots of mudslides and flooding.  SoCal just isn't prepared for this kind of rain.

This article is a year old but the message is still important.  I'm not trying to scare anyone, just continue to be cognizant of what your sailor is going through and don't be afraid to say something or ask for help.

*Trigger warning - suicide discussion

Navy Nukes and mental health

B’sNukeMom -

Been thinking of you with all of that rain. I heard that it was pretty crazy in the IE. Hope you and yours did not have any flooding.

3B'smom - thank you.  It has been pretty crazy.  Luckily nothing serious near our home, but Los Angeles County got hit pretty hard and had mudslides and flooding.  The streets around my work were flooded for a couple of days - had to take detours around and now that it's drying up the potholes are insane!  We haven't had this much rain in a long time. Some areas are still trying to dig out and I'm afraid it will be a while before they do.....weather sure has been crazy of late.

Congratulations to the KC Chiefs!

B'sNukeMom - Thanks! It was quite a game. My son called his dad so they could "watch" the overtime in the game together. I am not sure what they were streaming it live on, because they were delayed a few minutes. My son misses family, and he was never one to watch football, like his younger brother, or even his cheerleader sister, so calling to share those moments with dad tells you how much he misses home. He and his wife (my sailor DIL for those who don't know) are now settled into their new house. Baby Precious keeps growing. 

Chipmunk - glad to hear they are settled in to the new house and even better news that Baby P is growing! 

I'm so happy for them ;-D

B,C & Oliver arrive here Thursday night.....and today my lil Oliver is 9 months old!  Time sure flies.

B'sNukeMom  - Thank you!

Oh my 9 months old!! Wow!! I know you are happy to see them!

B,C & Oliver arrive this evening!  I'm so excited ;-D

Excited for you, B'sNukeMom! Enjoy the visit and get enough hugs to last till next time.

B'sNukeMom - Have a great time!!!!

joe-mom - oh you know I will lol!  Nice thing is they are back here on 3/21 because our youngest gets married on 3/22.  So we'll get them for another 5 days!  WOOHOO!

Pizanche - thank you!  I will ;-D

Hi all - I'm back!  Had a great time with my lil Oliver here for his visit. Pops and I took him to a basketball game at the local college and he had a great time!

Hated to see them leave yesterday but the good news is they will be back in a month for my younger sons wedding!  That little guy is just such a joy to have around.  He's so happy and is so much fun.  I can't wait until we retire and can see him all the time!

Welcome to our newest member ~ NavyMama24!

Please be sure to read the ***NEW MEMBERS*** info at the top of the page.  Lots of good info there.  Also take a look at the Pages (20) to the right under the member profiles - be sure to hit "view all".  And the discussion forum above has some good info too - be sure to read Chipmunks "Nuke A School Daily Schedule".  And of course, feel free to ask any questions you may have.

San Diego web cam this morning....in a little while.

I was just a little girl when my dad would come in on the U.S.S. David R Ray (or U.S.S. Lang before that).  Amazing how the San Diego web cam below can still bring tears to my eyes remembering how emotional it was to have dad come home.

The San Diego Web Cam is live right now with the USS Vinson returning:

San Diego Web Cam

Welcome home to our sailors!!

It has been a busy week for me, 

 NavyMama24! - Welcome to the group!! Feel free to jump in and ask questions about the Nuke program. 

B'sNukeMom - I am so happy that you had a chance to see your kids!!  I am looking forward to a trip soon to see my sailor baby!

Got a picture of B,C & Oliver from the basement!  They had a tornado warning at 1:15am.....all is well now, B just said lots of wind still.

Oh My - Glad that they are doing fine and it was just strong winds. 

Alert: Legal Assistance on the MyNavy Family App!

Navy families can now access free legal resources and services via the MyNavy Family mobile application. They can complete Special Power of Attorney forms; locate their nearest legal office; and find answers to frequently asked questions. Download or update the app TODAY, and learn more about how the Navy JAG Corps can support you.

https://www.applocker.navy.mil/#!/apps/A3E45417-7665-4E93-B703-659F6B34C404

Congratulations to all of our Prototype graduates!!! I apologize for not posting sooner about my thoughts on graduation. I do recommend that you take some snacks with you, especially if you have the later graduation (if they are doing 2) and you plan to tour the Yorktown afterwords. 

Here is my discussion on - Prototype Graduation - Goose Creek which I posted in 2019. There are some pictures and comments, I believe regarding Power School graduation as well. 

For anyone interested - NPTU Charleston has a YouTube channel.  You can check it out here:

NPTU Charleston YouTube