Empowering Fellow MidMoms and MidDads -Navigating the USNA Journey Together
My latest podcast episode is literally close to my heart and many USNA parent any hearts. My special guests are Kabrina (USNA '27 Mom) and Jennifer Carillo (USNA '22 Mom). Kabrina, a USNA '27 Mom who enlisted in the Navy, shares her story about her service and about a pivotal moment in her Plebe's and …
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AN Shine with special guest, Easel on Stribling's Kristin Cronic (USNA '11) The Brigade of Midshipmen at the U.S. Naval Academy is indeed remarkable. Midshipmen are gifted not onloy academically and physically, but in many other ways that bring us joy and connection, Creativity is crucial for problem solving, and that creativity and imagination can …
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Elaine Brye, author of Be Safe, Love Mom, is a remarkable person. She has been an invaluable mentor since 2012. and is someone I can turn to for advice, to hold my hand, to answer questions, or just because... I can safely say that she is my security blanket of sorts! As another deployment loomed …
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Did your Plebe survive Plebe summer only to be exhausted and asking whether they are cut out for USNA? Are they sleep deprived, constantly on watch (it seems!), and completely overwhelmed? Are they wishing they could roll back the clock to Plebe Summer - well maybe not quite! This is the time of year when …
I know I always mention this during Plebe Summer, and I know that it is in my book, A USNA Mom's Journal, but I remember my Oldest asking me to check labels before sending treats in care packages. The directive from my then-Plebe was: Send nothing with hemp or poppy seeds. These ingredients could cause …
The Reunion of a Lifetime! PPW Class of 2027 Parents, so glad that you are having the opportunity to enjoy your Plebe and spend time together!! I know that you have heard a lot of funny and heartfelt stories from your Plebe. Perhaps you had the opportunity to meet and greet with your Sponsor families …
PPW begins tomorrow!! You did it! Now that you are on your way to see your sons and daughters in their shining summer whites, you will be so proud! I would suggest that you don't over plan and that you follow your Plebe's lead. Enjoy your time together, listen to the stories, allow them time …
Continue reading "The Light at the End of the Tunnel – Plebe Parent Weekend"
Hang in there Plebe Parents – You are almost at the finish line! You are so much closer to seeing your sons and daughters and I 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! Let the tears …
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Class of 2027 It was a privilege to spend I-day on the Yard with the Class of 2027 parents. Thank you for stopping by to say hi - it means so much to connect in person! I can still see the smiles of joy, the slight frowns of worry, the nerves and the tears of …
USNA Class of 2027 - Last Minute Q & A I remember feeling completely unprepared and overwhelmed until some experienced parents came around us and poured information that made navigating I-Day and the journey much better. Lots of questions, lots of not knowing, and lots of mixed feelings: pride, joy, sadness, worry, all mixed into …
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