My 21 yr old Son has just signed with the Navy. I am also the Mother of a married Daughter. My family tree has very little military experience, so I'm very new to this.
I am here to support my
Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy career?
Waiting to leave for Boot Camp
When I heard “Navy,” I...
Was proud and encouraged it
The Navy offers opportunities that...
To clarify everything a Recruiter says. We were given many promises that turned out to be completely inaccurate. My Son changed Recruiting offices and I feel better now, but really look forward to hearing from other families. I am very proud of my Son and excited.
Our Navy experience so far...
It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.
We have a Survival Guide for Navy For Moms Newbie (clickable link). You'll find everything you need to get started. Videos, PDF files of boot camp processing days, links to all the important groups plus tips on how to use this site. Keep in mind the videos and PDF files may take some time to download the first time you try it. It'll look like nothing is happening. Be patient. Best part is it'll be here on your very own page as a reference. Click the MY PAGE tab on above menubar to access your page anytime - you should do it at least once a day to see if you have any postings on your comment wall (like this one). Good luck.
You will find this site very helpful and full of members who are eager to answer your questions. Browse around the site and check out the forums, groups, blogs, photos, videos, and even the other member profiles!
Thanks Lisa! Thanks for the friend request. My daughter is on ship 3 Div 329, all I know is that she is suppose to graduate on Oct. 12th, 2012. How about your son, when does he graduate? Have you been able to talk to him or receive a letter. Missing my daughter a lot!!! But I trust the Lord has her well protected!
BunkerQB
We have a Survival Guide for Navy For Moms Newbie (clickable link). You'll find everything you need to get started. Videos, PDF files of boot camp processing days, links to all the important groups plus tips on how to use this site. Keep in mind the videos and PDF files may take some time to download the first time you try it. It'll look like nothing is happening. Be patient. Best part is it'll be here on your very own page as a reference. Click the MY PAGE tab on above menubar to access your page anytime - you should do it at least once a day to see if you have any postings on your comment wall (like this one). Good luck.
BunkerQB
Mar 2, 2012
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Mar 6, 2012
BunkerQB
Thanks for friend request.
Mar 11, 2012
Navymom8
Thanks Lisa! Thanks for the friend request. My daughter is on ship 3 Div 329, all I know is that she is suppose to graduate on Oct. 12th, 2012. How about your son, when does he graduate? Have you been able to talk to him or receive a letter. Missing my daughter a lot!!! But I trust the Lord has her well protected!
Aug 28, 2012