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Posted on September 16, 2021July 15, 2022

The Yard from Different Angles | Episode 8

In my book, A USNA Mom's Journal - Plebe Summer through Commissioning and Beyond: Everything you need to Know, I talk about our N*avy journey being uniquely different - a N*ot College Journey. In that journey we meet many special people that become lifetime friends, mentors, and Battle Buddies even. There are some people to …

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Posted on September 2, 2021August 30, 2021

Embrace the Suck and Other Words of Wisdom | Episode 7

Of Mentors and Other Important things There is no doubt that mentors are an integral part of our USNA parent journey. As a matter of fact, my mission to pay it forward to new and existing Navy Parents came from my family's gratitude to our mentors, many of whom poured countless hours to make sure …

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Posted on August 17, 2021July 15, 2022

Reform and HELL-O Night

The AC YEAR BEGINS When my kids were Plebes the one thing they lacked was time! They are give too much to do in too little time - on purpose... Although Plebes will soon have their phones back, you may not be able to communicate as often as you would like. Your Plebe's company will …

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Posted on August 8, 2021August 7, 2022

I Remember It Well – On PPW and Seeing Your Plebe

This is it - Just a few more days to go before you see your Plebe!! The summer has dragged on, but now that you look back, it flew by, right? Keep this in mind as you endure Plebe year and the four years in general. With Plebe Summer under your belts, you are one-third …

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Posted on July 30, 2021July 30, 2021

Four Weeks Down…and Counting!

Plebe Summer parade practice USNA '17

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 …

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Posted on July 22, 2021July 23, 2021

Seeing the Light at the End of the Tunnel

Over half way through - next week will be FOUR weeks down! By now you are probably adept at Waldo hunting, the house may still feel empty but you are coping - that does not mean you don't miss your Plebe, you are just learning to adjust just like they are. Some of you, like …

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Posted on July 20, 2021July 15, 2022

Life at N*avy, Playlists, and More | Episode 4

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 …

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Posted on July 16, 2021July 16, 2021

When We are Tossed By the Waves…

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 …

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Posted on July 9, 2021July 11, 2022

Letters and Calls: A Snapshot in Time

Plebe Summer Phone Call

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)

Posted on July 8, 2021July 3, 2021

The Second Time Around is Not Any Easier

Remembering I-Day for 2020 I Day is over, and I can say it was a wonderful day in some respects - and a not-so-wonderful day in others. I started off the day in prayer, and making breakfast for my daughter - all of her favorites! I can say that I was a little sad and …

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Tune in to my podcast episode, "What We Wish We Knew" PARTS 1 & 2, episodes 27 and 28, with USNA grads Micaela Golding Lee (USNA '00) and Heidi Huerter Lenzini (USNA '95). PART 1 is all about survivong Plebe Summer, and Plebe Year. Part 2 is filled with great information on the Last Third and life in the Fleet. They are a MUST listen!!
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