Empowering Fellow MidMoms and MidDads -Navigating the USNA Journey Together
FOUR weeks down and PPW is creeping closer! What to expect? Many Plebes will be acclimated by now, some may still be struggling, but do not be dismayed parents, the Academy has all eyes and ears out, and they are dutifully coming alongside everyone that may need extra encouragement. In my book, A USNA Mom's …
with Special Guest Karl Smith, Parent USNA '20 There is something about being a Naval Academy parent that is different from all other colleges. First of all, your wardrobe changes in its entirety to Blue and Gold - and dare I say, all things with anchors? From hats to socks, to coffee mugs, to unmentionables …
When Things Don't Go as Expected I would like to encourage those families and parents who may be concerned and who perhaps have not received the best of letters or perhaps had a tough phone call. In my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, I discuss the ups and downs of Plebe Summer and the N*ot …
Letters and phone calls show us that Plebe Summer is a roller coaster ride, an incessant tide with wave after wave of changing emotions (Continued)
HAPPY Independence Day this 4th of July! The celebration of our Independence Day will probably take on a whole new meaning as a new Plebe parent. I remember an increased desire to learn about our history, and spent our first 4th as a Plebe parent reading about the revolution, our flag, and was moved to …
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Getting ready to send a care package to your Plebe? Here is some helpful information. Although I cover this in my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, available at the Midstore, on Kindle, Apple Books, and in print, here is some additional information that is not included in my book. YES, THE BOX SIZE DOES MATTER! …
My new Podcast with special guest Julie Haller, FOUR time USNA Mom, is a candid conversation about the first two-thirds of the journey. It is said that the USNA journey is divided into thirds: I-Day and Plebe Summer are the first third, Plebe Year is the next third, and The remaining three years is the …
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I have spent many beautiful mornings on the Yard with mild temperatures and balmy breezes on sunny days that are perfect for a stroll or to just sit and enjoy. My favorite time is early in the morning while things are still quiet, the sun glistening off of the brick and Tecumseh himself seems to …
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I remembers not too long ago preparing for my children to return to the Yard and as their leave was ending, being awash in nostalgia. My husband and I often counsel other US Naval Academy parents about what to expect at certain times, and beginning on I-Day or any time after spending time with family …
With so many things being different this year because of Corona virus, the ACyear begins very differently. Sadly, as with all other classes at USNA, highlights of the journey like PPW and 2/C Parents Weekend have been set aside for the safety of Plebes, Midshipmen, staff, faculty, and leadership on the Yard. I have to say that I am very proud of our USNA parents...
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