A Mid and the Navy Mom "Mafia" Story The original title for this post was just "Navy Mom Mafia" - definitely unflattering and controversial due to the negative connotation of the word "mafia" on the reputations of us Navy Moms. But at the heart of my inspiration to write this post is a story about …
The Last Real Plebe Summer with Club Eleven | Episode
11th Company Friends for a Lifetime It is said that in times of challenge, unbreakable bonds are formed that last a life time. That is the case at the U.S. Naval Academy. The common experiences and traditions create friendships that reach even across generations. As I mention in my book, A USNA Mom's Journal: Plebe …
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Making the Grade and Things to Think About: AC Year Highlights | Episode 9
With Special Guest Julie Haller We are well into the Academic Year and are quickly approaching six week exams. Each class year has their own set of challenges and opportunities. Join me and special guest Julie Haller, for Episode 9 - Making the Grade: AC Year Highlights, as we dive into a conversation about setting …
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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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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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Behind the Walls with Chester Midshipmouse
By Susan Weisberg My Dad always spoke about the mice at Bancroft. They have been long time residents of the hallowed halls of the world's largest dormitory where 4,400 Midshipmen live at the U.S. Naval Academy. I remember my second Mid telling me that during her candidate visit weekend, she saw mice scurrying about in …
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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 …
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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Four Weeks Down…and Counting!
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 …
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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