Dads on Moms.....com
Now hear this! Now hear this! This is a group for you Dads out there. If you've been to other groups and just can't find the information you're looking for, this would be the place to ask.
And gosh darn it, men have feelings and miss their sailors too!
So come onboard and batten down your hatches.
Concernedad
OK, how in the name of Davey Jones Locker do I invite people to come here?
Jun 13, 2012
JackFlash
Thanks for starting the group.
Jun 13, 2012
Concernedad
Hmmmm, now I gotta spring for beer? This is gonna get expensive.
Jun 13, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Concernedad - A mom here...can I give you an "assist" (I've been watching the Hockey Playoffs! LOL)
I can post the link for you on BC moms...New Members, every PIR group ( I am on them all). Do you know how to do that too? If not I can give you step-by-step directions. Let me know!
You can also click the "Invite" button there on the top right next to where your Username is in the last left column to invite those from external sites and personal emails. I have never actually done it but will try to mess with it to "see what it does". LOL
Glad you started the Group! Here's a cold one!
Jun 13, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Heeyyy...are you sure about that title for the group!
Invite Craig....
Jun 13, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Okay...I posted the link for you! Oops...forgot to mention the beer!
Jun 13, 2012
diannep
Great idea! I'm another N4Moms veteran, like FTLW. My son arrived at bootcamp back in 2009. I'm one of the "crew" that stays on the PIR sites to help out. So...hoping that the other "dudes" find you guys.....we'll try to get the word out about this group!
Ahem....yes, the title of the group....well, that actually may be the "carrot" the will bring the masses! Craig definitely needs to be a member here!
Jun 13, 2012
diannep
Concernedad: Now...you need a very "manly" pik to substitute for that silly silhouette pik. Something that truly represents this group! Just remember that the site is "G" rated when making your selection! :-)
Jun 13, 2012
Concernedad
Is that manly enough?
Jun 13, 2012
Concernedad
FTLW, et al....invite them all! From all corners of the 7 Seas! Either that or I'm going to have to start Shanghaiing them.
Jun 13, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
Hi I am Lala, a mom who has been on here for 2 years helping out like Diannep and FTLW and some others. I must say I cracked up when I saw the name. :-)
Jun 13, 2012
Concernedad
We aim to please. Or should I go with, Our seaman shoot straight?
Jun 13, 2012
JackFlash
Good for Goose and Gander alike!
Jun 13, 2012
ellen0502
What's going on in here?
I am another veteran mom I would be happy to help spread the word. I agree that there needs to be more dads on moms.
(I love the title)
Jun 13, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
...and don't call me Shirley! Ha, Ha!
Jun 13, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
After you click it, at the very bottom it says "Invite Friends"...click that and your "Friend"list will come up...check mark the ones you want, then you can add a message if you like...then click "Send Invitations". (I think that's what it says...on my phone so having to go hunt it down and come back here!)
Jun 13, 2012
diannep
LOVE Popeye...he was always "my man" when I was growing up! :-)
Jun 13, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
JackFlash - I stole (yes stole) this from a fellow veteran mom (juliebelle28):
Jun 14, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
Happy Flag Day everyone :-)
Jun 14, 2012
Concernedad
The History of Flag Day
Just a few years later the efforts of another school teacher, George Balch, led to the formal observance of 'Flag Day' on June 14 by the New York State Board of Education. Over the following years as many as 36 state and local governments began adopted the annual observance. For over 30 years Flag Day remained a state and local celebration.
Flag Day Articles
In 1916, the anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777 became a nationally observed event by a proclamation by President Woodrow Wilson. However, it was not designated as National Flag Day until August 3rd, 1949, when an Act of Congress designated June 14th of each year as National Flag Day.
Today, Flag Day is celebrated with parades, essay contests, ceremonies, and picnics sponsored by veterans' groups, schools, and groups like the National Flag Day foundation whose goal is to preserve the traditions, history, pride, and respect that are due the nation's symbol, Old Glory.
More Info:
The Stars and Stripes originated as a result of a resolution adopted by the Marine Committee of the Second Continental Congress at Philadelphia on June 14, 1777. The resolution read: "Resolved, that the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field representing a new constellation. "
Strong evidence indicates that Francis Hopkinson of New Jersey, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, was responsible for the stars in the U.S. flag. At the time that the flag resolution was adopted, Hopkinson was the Chairman of the Continental Navy Board's Middle Department. Hopkinson also helped design other devices for the Government including the Great Seal of the United States. For his services, Hopkinson submitted a letter to the Continental Admiralty Board asking "whether a Quarter Cask of the public Wine will not be a proper & reasonable Reward for these Labours of Fancy and a suitable Encouragement to future Exertions of a like Nature." His request was turned down since the Congress regarded him as a public servant.
Jun 14, 2012
Concernedad
Prison for Man Who Posed as SEAL in ID Theft Case
Jun 06, 2012
The Virginian-Pilot| by Tim McGlone
NORFOLK -- A retired sailor who posed as a SEAL chief to convince other sailors to turn over their personal information was sentenced today to a little more than seven years in prison for bilking a credit union out of nearly $182,000.
Lionel Jason Haynes, 31, pleaded guilty to bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. In U.S. District Court this morning, Haynes pleaded for mercy, telling the judge his "heart is filled with remorse, regret and embarrassment."
U.S. Chief District Judge Rebecca Beach Smith took little pity on Haynes, sentencing him to the maximum of 87 months under federally recommended guidelines.
"I find what you did unconscionable," she told him.
Citing, in part, Haynes' "horrendous criminal record," Smith rejected his request for a five-year prison term and to self-surrender. Marshals took him away immediately.
Haynes has 22 prior convictions, though his lawyer tried to argue that they were largely driving offenses.
Haynes admitted that he posed as either a Navy SEAL, as a SEAL chief or as a chief petty officer to gain the trust of young sailors. He obtained their personal information and obtained $181,000 in car loans from the Navy Federal Credit Union.
Initially, authorities said they thought there were 14 known victims but now they believe there were 25 to 30.
Jun 14, 2012
Concernedad
FTLW, step forward...
As Commander of this sinking ship and wayward vessel, it gives me great pleasure in promoting you to second in command.
For the love of God never become a professional Staff Officer. Never lose touch with your sailors. Remember that you serve the sailors and it is the sailors who matter. They are the folk who win victories, take care of your men and they will never let you down.
Prepare for the wetting down.
Jun 14, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
YAY FTLW, I am so proud of you and so happy for your accomplishment. That is wonderful news :-) Now can I say I would like to be there to see her initiation? lol
I would also like to add ID Theft is a horrible thing to go through. It has happened to me, I had hundreds of dollars taken from my bank account and had to close my account and get new cards etc. It was a nightmare. And recently I had someone using my name to make a Facebook Group. ID Theft in any way, shape or form is a horrible thing.
Jun 14, 2012
diannep
Hip Hip Hooray, FTLW ~ I have to salute you now, right????? :-) Congrats on your promotion on this "page with a very suggestive name"! I will be there for her initiation too...and Lala and I have some suggestions on ways to initiate her....uh huh....we sure do!
ID theft is awful, and Lala, what "insiders" did to you on FB was inexcusable. I'm glad that they have "corrected" that now....but the damage was done.
My late husband was a victim of identity theft...apparently from his obituary. Over $20,000 spent on his good credit/name...I found out as credit cards he could not have signed up for...because he had died a week earlier...starting arriving at our home...with charges attached. These thieves accomplished this at several stores in just two days...my tears were out of frustration (and grieving) and also because he worked so hard to maintain such a wonderful credit record when on this earth...how horrible that these people did this.
Jun 14, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
I just hope I can recover from the damage Dianne, It isn't looking too good and it makes me scared and sick to my stomach just to even think about it. That is horrible what was done to your late husband and to you. Some people are just so cruel and I know with his passing this was not something you needed to deal with. I am so sorry that happened. I hope the thieves went to jail.
Jun 14, 2012
diannep
Doubtful, Lala...police were involved but it was a profesisonal ring, they think...I was never informed that they got them...very sad....but a way of life here in Miami!
Thinking you WILL recover from the damage done by those ladies, so keep the faith!
Ok, so...I wonder what these men think of us ladies chatting on their site? We better give them some "man" space here..... :-)
Jun 14, 2012
Lala Ribbon Queen PIR Ribbons
I hope so Dianne....yeah we better...... Have at it gentlemen :-) Hope we didn't cramp your style haha
Jun 14, 2012
FireTeamLeaderWife aka FTLW
Aye, Aye, Captian! I am honored...and take your words of wisdom to heart. Let the wetting down commence.
I feel a video coming on...
Jun 14, 2012
JackFlash
No style cramping at all... We be men. No cramp zone.
You gurlz are welcome any time, since this is your stomping grounds that we are tip-toeing through. Ninja Style. (but not Commando).
Jun 14, 2012