Not sure how much I can post on here. I'm a newbe to this site. She is on George HW Bush (CVN 77). She left earlier this year and was suppose to come back sometime this month.
Well, without knowing why she was supposed to come home this month it is hard to say. Was she supposed to transfer from the ship to another command this month?
If you were thinking the ship was supposed to come home from deployment this month that was never the case and don't know where you or her would have got that information?
I don't know about the ship coming home. I only know she was suppose to come home from deployment. She emailed me today. It's something that has just happened.
Why was SHE supposed to come home? Sailors don't just come home during deployment for no reason. Has she been attached to the ship for 3-5 years and was due to transfer?
I don't know. Her and I just started talking again a few weeks ago. All I do know is about a month ago, she said she was coming home from deployment. Then, today, she said her orders were canceled. I am new to this military thing. I don't know what goes on. My other daughter would go on deployment for about 8 months at a time and be back home. But, she wasn't on a ship. She is a SeaBee. I don't know how it works for sailors on ships. That is why I am asking.
Ok, well it isn't normal for a Sailor to "come home" from deployment before the ship comes home. Without knowing why she thought she was coming home there is no guessing as to why her orders might have been canceled.
Some people get Operational Hold and don't get to transfer on time due to a commands mission and needing that person to complete the mission. This is normally for senior personnel or those with rare skills.
If you've been watching the News there is stuff going on in the middle east that the ship has become involved in which could change many scheduled events. For example, the ship recently had a port visit canceled due to new orders and a change to their mission.
Not nearly enough information to know for sure what is going on with your daughter.
Rikki- I could make lasagna with my eyes closed but rice, it's a bit of a challenge for me!
I used to break spatulas making rice krispie treats until one of my friends told me to melt the marshmallows in the microwave. Don't know why I never thought of that!
Haven't heard from our Sailor since Father's Day but he works nights so I'm sure he also had no 4th celebration. As we can see lots of pictures that are duplicate on fb, hope the book we ordered isn't the same.
Hey everyone, I'm new to this group. My bf that is currently on the USS George Bush said that he broke his hand. The email was short so I don't know the details but they are flying him to get surgery. He said he should be back in a week or so. I'm not sure if that means back to the ship or back home? What are your guy's thoughts on what will happen?
Welcome to the group Rosa. I wouldn't imagine they would fly him home just for a broken hand. Can't be sure though so he's going to have to tell you for sure what his plans are.
Anyone live near San Antonio Texas ? I have a young sailor and his family looking for a rental and would like the name of a good rental company or real estae agent who might help them.
Hey everyone am new to this group.. my bf is on G.W.Bush and since one week I have not heard from him, and am too much worried. Have anyone getting emails from your sailors since a week?
I am very much worried about him and praying he should be safe :(
My fiance got to make a free call from the ship's line this morning! He said they had their steel beach picnic and beer day today, and he also said they had to cancel the tiger cruise.
Does anyone know why they would cancel the tiger cruise? Could they be extending the deployment? Not really sure if I can ask that on here but just wondering
Tiger cruise was never planned . Dug the captains FAQ at beginning of deployment he mentioned they may not have one because if things going on during thy time tht are not bush related but affect them
I have also heard from my sailor via email pretty consistently.. besides being busy which they all are...he seems just fine... there are a couple days here and there where I don't hear from him but usually because he was busy or couldn't get to a computer.. I'm sure you'll hear something soon :-)
dad of sailor I have a question.. my sailor just made rank...e6.... within the past couple weeks...his orders in Norfolk are up in December and he is just NOW putting his selections in to where he wants to be stationed... he mentioned "extending" until he can get the orders he wants... does that mean staying in Virginia longer? is this allowed? He is going to meet with his career counselor soon I'm guessing BUT I just don't want him to become needs of the navy AGAIN and get closer to home... any insight? thanks :-) :-) :-) :-) :-)
Extending means he would extend onboard the Bush so yes that means longer in Virginia and continuing to go to sea with the Bush during its underway periods.
Normally you extend for a specific period of time like 12 months so he would stay with the Bush and in Virginia for whatever period of time he extended for. He's always going to be "needs of the Navy" and there is no guarantee that by extending he's going to get what he wants. It's all a crapshoot when it comes to getting orders.
one more question dad... if he is just NOW putting in his preferences for duty stations and his time is up in December has he waited too late to even have a say?
No, he's only waited too late if he has been given orders to his next duty station already. If he doesn't have orders yet then now is the perfect time to "have a say". Up until you get orders you have a say.
My son called today and said he had a good time at the Steel Beach Picnic. Had his two beers and some good BBQ. Said it was nice to get some sun and wear some civilian clothes for a bit. Said he got a bit of sun burn but it was a good day.
Heard from my sailor today, he too enjoyed the Beach Picnic. He asked for body wash today said it is in short supply on the ship. He stated they are all working long hard days. Possible port soon. I think they all need it
... I've been told that the Tiger cruise was up in theair considering the high tide when we pull in. If you haven't heard wemissed last month's port because of the issues in the Middle East and wecan't hit a port this month because of a religious holiday. I amthinking about you all even if I don't write as much.
...The steal beach picnic was OK. Ididn't get to enjoy it as much seeing as I work nights. I did get todrink some beer and it was disgusting. All they had for beer was Budweiser and Stella. I did enjoy the movie under the stars; the moviewas the new X-Men.
Hi. Sorry for the silence for the past month and a half. The main reasonhas been trying to get this damn ESWS pin, so I've been spending most toall my time studying for it. I'm taking the board this week so wish meluck, because I know I'll need it...
Tonya, that brings back many memories, most of which are not fond memories. I wonder if you need to be a Sailor to get the meaning of most of them or does it all make sense to civilians?
sailor93mom
Not sure how much I can post on here. I'm a newbe to this site. She is on George HW Bush (CVN 77). She left earlier this year and was suppose to come back sometime this month.
Jul 3, 2014
Dad of Sailor
Well, without knowing why she was supposed to come home this month it is hard to say. Was she supposed to transfer from the ship to another command this month?
If you were thinking the ship was supposed to come home from deployment this month that was never the case and don't know where you or her would have got that information?
Jul 3, 2014
sailor93mom
I don't know about the ship coming home. I only know she was suppose to come home from deployment. She emailed me today. It's something that has just happened.
Jul 3, 2014
Dad of Sailor
Why was SHE supposed to come home? Sailors don't just come home during deployment for no reason. Has she been attached to the ship for 3-5 years and was due to transfer?
Jul 3, 2014
sailor93mom
I don't know. Her and I just started talking again a few weeks ago. All I do know is about a month ago, she said she was coming home from deployment. Then, today, she said her orders were canceled. I am new to this military thing. I don't know what goes on. My other daughter would go on deployment for about 8 months at a time and be back home. But, she wasn't on a ship. She is a SeaBee. I don't know how it works for sailors on ships. That is why I am asking.
Jul 3, 2014
Dad of Sailor
Ok, well it isn't normal for a Sailor to "come home" from deployment before the ship comes home. Without knowing why she thought she was coming home there is no guessing as to why her orders might have been canceled.
Some people get Operational Hold and don't get to transfer on time due to a commands mission and needing that person to complete the mission. This is normally for senior personnel or those with rare skills.
If you've been watching the News there is stuff going on in the middle east that the ship has become involved in which could change many scheduled events. For example, the ship recently had a port visit canceled due to new orders and a change to their mission.
Not nearly enough information to know for sure what is going on with your daughter.
Welcome to the group though.
Jul 3, 2014
sailor93mom
Been trying to keep up on the news, but, like you said, not nearly enough information.
And thank you.
Jul 3, 2014
sailor93mom
Tony's Mom...she is gunner mate.
Jul 3, 2014
frandnavymom
Congrats to my son Josh on being awarded the advenger of the day today....so proud of you Josh!
Jul 3, 2014
Dad of Sailor
That is great frandnavymom, congrats to your Sailor.
Jul 3, 2014
frandnavymom
I'm so happy for him....can't wait to see the pic posted on the ships fb page....thank you everyone
Jul 3, 2014
Laura
Rikki- I could make lasagna with my eyes closed but rice, it's a bit of a challenge for me!
I used to break spatulas making rice krispie treats until one of my friends told me to melt the marshmallows in the microwave. Don't know why I never thought of that!
Jul 6, 2014
Anita n Ohio
Hope everyone had a great weekend!
Jul 7, 2014
slobaby
Jul 8, 2014
SailorMom94
Jul 8, 2014
JackieD
My son said there was an ice cream social on the mess decks on the 4th.
Jul 8, 2014
MarianneKT's Mom
JackieD - My daughter said the same thing.
Jul 8, 2014
morgantracy
My husband mentioned something about beer and a picnic in the future. Both of which he is very excited about.
Jul 9, 2014
Anita n Ohio
AH, before you know it they will be heading home and having another great STEEL BEACH PARTY!!!
Jul 9, 2014
Dad of Sailor
June edition of the Avenger Newsletter.
June Avenger Newsletter
Jul 10, 2014
Anita n Ohio
Thanks, Dad!!!
Jul 10, 2014
Anita n Ohio
More coming to the party...
http://www.marinecorpstimes.com/article/20140709/NEWS08/307090073/B...
Jul 11, 2014
Rosa
Hey everyone, I'm new to this group. My bf that is currently on the USS George Bush said that he broke his hand. The email was short so I don't know the details but they are flying him to get surgery. He said he should be back in a week or so. I'm not sure if that means back to the ship or back home? What are your guy's thoughts on what will happen?
Jul 11, 2014
Dad of Sailor
Welcome to the group Rosa. I wouldn't imagine they would fly him home just for a broken hand. Can't be sure though so he's going to have to tell you for sure what his plans are.
Jul 11, 2014
Rosa
That is what I'm thinking also.
Jul 11, 2014
mommaross CVN77
Jul 13, 2014
lilypad4
Hey everyone am new to this group.. my bf is on G.W.Bush and since one week I have not heard from him, and am too much worried. Have anyone getting emails from your sailors since a week?
I am very much worried about him and praying he should be safe :(
Jul 13, 2014
fierssej
Jul 13, 2014
rikki_100113
Jul 13, 2014
fierssej
Jul 13, 2014
Angeleyesm
Jul 13, 2014
rikki_100113
Jul 13, 2014
stuntsmom
Jul 13, 2014
stuntsmom
Jul 13, 2014
Dad of Sailor
stuntsmom,
Extending means he would extend onboard the Bush so yes that means longer in Virginia and continuing to go to sea with the Bush during its underway periods.
Normally you extend for a specific period of time like 12 months so he would stay with the Bush and in Virginia for whatever period of time he extended for. He's always going to be "needs of the Navy" and there is no guarantee that by extending he's going to get what he wants. It's all a crapshoot when it comes to getting orders.
Jul 13, 2014
stuntsmom
Jul 13, 2014
Dad of Sailor
No, he's only waited too late if he has been given orders to his next duty station already. If he doesn't have orders yet then now is the perfect time to "have a say". Up until you get orders you have a say.
Jul 13, 2014
Dad of Sailor
My son called today and said he had a good time at the Steel Beach Picnic. Had his two beers and some good BBQ. Said it was nice to get some sun and wear some civilian clothes for a bit. Said he got a bit of sun burn but it was a good day.
Jul 13, 2014
stuntsmom
Jul 13, 2014
puertorico-USSGHWB
Jul 13, 2014
NavyMomDPL
Heard from my sailor today, he too enjoyed the Beach Picnic. He asked for body wash today said it is in short supply on the ship. He stated they are all working long hard days. Possible port soon. I think they all need it
Jul 13, 2014
puertorico-USSGHWB
Does anyone have any info about the tiger cruise?
Jul 13, 2014
Anita n Ohio
From what is posted....nothing to tell about a tiger cruise. Bummer. Oh well :-)
Here's info I found, puertorico_USSGHWB
http://navyformoms.com/profiles/blogs/tiger-cruise-frequently-asked...
Jul 14, 2014
Anita n Ohio
http://www.nbcnews.com/video/nightly-news/51755386#51755386
Another video for Tiger Cruise
Jul 14, 2014
Anita n Ohio
... I've been told that the Tiger cruise was up in the air considering the high tide when we pull in. If you haven't heard we missed last month's port because of the issues in the Middle East and we can't hit a port this month because of a religious holiday. I am thinking about you all even if I don't write as much.
Love and miss you
Jul 15, 2014
Anita n Ohio
...The steal beach picnic was OK. I didn't get to enjoy it as much seeing as I work nights. I did get to drink some beer and it was disgusting. All they had for beer was
Budweiser and Stella. I did enjoy the movie under the stars; the movie was the new X-Men.
Jul 15, 2014
Anita n Ohio
Latest from my Sailor:
Hi. Sorry for the silence for the past month and a half. The main reason has been trying to get this damn ESWS pin, so I've been spending most to all my time studying for it. I'm taking the board this week so wish me luck, because I know I'll need it...
Jul 15, 2014
Anita n Ohio
Tonya ~ yeah, here's hoping they both pass the first time around!
Jul 15, 2014
Dad of Sailor
Tonya, that brings back many memories, most of which are not fond memories. I wonder if you need to be a Sailor to get the meaning of most of them or does it all make sense to civilians?
Jul 15, 2014
rikki_100113
Tonya. That was hilarious because most of that is what my husband has mentioned lol. I was laughing the whole time.
Jul 15, 2014