As I discuss in my book, A USNA Mom']s Journal, as N*avy parents and mentors, we usually focus on Plebe Summer and Plebe Year - as many of you have heard, these to evolutions, so to speak, are the equivalent of two-thirds of the N*avy journey. They are taxing, unpredictable, and emotional with lots of …
My Very Own Plebe Summer
How my intense two weeks reminded me of our Plebes and Mids Yes, I guess I always have to stay busy. Sometimes too busy, but I want to stay focused on things other than where my kids are or what they are doing at this moment. I pour myself into my teaching, making handcrafted jewelry …
Going Underway – The AC YEAR
As I discuss in-depth in my book, A USNA Mom's Journal Pele Summer through Commissioning and Beyond! Everything You Need to Know, now that you have re-established communications with your Plebe, you may need a Navy dictionary... SIQ, MOS, MOOW, bulkhead, deck, ladders... what??? I know that at first I had to stop my first …
The AC Year Begins
When my two kids were Plebes the one thing they always lacked was time! The Detailers give them too much to do in too little time - on purpose... Although Plebes have their phones back, you may not be able to communicate as often as you would like. Your Plebe's company will decide when and …
“Live Like Duke”
Remembering a Remarkable Life | Episode 24 In my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, I discuss how as MidMoms and MidDads, we revel in the joys of Academy life and the triumphs of our children. We suffer their disappointment which inevitably comes along when things don't quite go their way. Our kids have more responsibility …
Whaat! Six Weeks Down!
Hang in there Plebe Parents - You are almost at the finish line! Now that you are closer to seeing your sons and daughters, I am so happy and can't wait for you to see them in their shining summer whites. Get ready!! You will be amazed, overjoyed, proud, emotional, and so much more! It …
Finally! Advice for the N*avy Dad Journey
I have been mentoring N*avy parents since 2013 but have focused on Moms - they usually seem to ask the questions and search for information. Dads are involved too, but differently from Moms. From my personal experience, we Moms tend to wear our hearts on our sleeve, where Dads may tend to be more reserved. …
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‘Twas the Night Before I-Day…
I remember it so vividly... the night before I-Day Our day began at our favorite restaurant for breakfast on I-Day Minus One. We spent it together as a family, walking around Annapolis to get oriented. We went to the Yard to choose the spot where we would meet after the Swearing-In. Just after noon our …
Billy and the Plebes: What I Learned from I-Day and Plebe Summer – Part 1 | Episode 19 and Part 2 | Episode 20
The military academy journey is very different - both for the midshipman or Cadet, and their parents. No one except those that have walked the path before us can relate to what we are feeling and going through. Photo Credit - New York Times For parents it is a very emotional and dare I say …
Thoughts on Commissioning Day: A Day of Great Celebration and Somber Reflection
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS to the USNA Class of 2022 and their families! What a momentous day!! Enjoy and celebrate together - you have earned it! As I watched the streaming of the commissioning ceremony today, it occurred to me that it is every few years that the U.S. President presides over the military academies' …
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