My oldest nephew is joining the Navy

patrickredeyes
patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
edited January 2013 in All Encompassing Trip
He's done 2 yrs of collage and feels he is just wasting money. He wants to try something different and challenge himself. He's excited and looking forward to training and being shipped out after the first of the year. He told myself and the rest of the family this past weekend. I'm ok with it but alittle nervous and I know my mom and sister are too. But he has to do what is best for him. I shook his hand and congratulated him. I know his great grandfather would be proud also. :)
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  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    i've been in for a little over 4 years, did he go through MEPS yet? what will his job be?
  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    conman wrote:
    i've been in for a little over 4 years, did he go through MEPS yet? what will his job be?


    I don't know what MEPS is. But I just heard today that he scored very high on the test you take. And because he has 2 yrs of collage under his belt he can start out in a better spot and get paid more. So far so good.
  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    patrickredeyes wrote:
    conman wrote:
    i've been in for a little over 4 years, did he go through MEPS yet? what will his job be?


    I don't know what MEPS is. But I just heard today that he scored very high on the test you take. And because he has 2 yrs of collage under his belt he can start out in a better spot and get paid more. So far so good.
    that's good, MEPS is where he'll go for the physical screening(blood work, fingerprints, eye and ear tests) all that fun stuff and after that he'll choose what his job will be. sounds like he'll have plenty of options.

    also he'll find out when he leaves for boot camp after he chooses a job
  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    Well it's official my nephew took his oath today and is in the Navy for 8 yrs. He leaves in March for boot camp. Submarine Electrical Technician

    I'm worried but very proud of my godson. :|:)
  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    you know what they say about submarines?
    100 men go down, 50 couples come up :P

    i kid, i kid that's actually not a bad job, he'll have plenty of options if he decides not to make the navy a career
  • unlost dogs
    unlost dogs Greater Boston Posts: 12,553
    Wow! Congrats! I can't imagine committing to something for 8 years, I commend him for having that kind of intestinal fortitude.

    Submarines. Yikes. I guess he isn't claustrophobic!
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  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    conman wrote:
    you know what they say about submarines?
    100 men go down, 50 couples come up :P

    i kid, i kid that's actually not a bad job, he'll have plenty of options if he decides not to make the navy a career


    Awwww man that was wrong to say but funny. ;)

    He's excited and happy to be doing this. It's 5 yrs active duty and then 3 yrs reserves.
  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    patrickredeyes wrote:
    conman wrote:
    you know what they say about submarines?
    100 men go down, 50 couples come up :P

    i kid, i kid that's actually not a bad job, he'll have plenty of options if he decides not to make the navy a career


    Awwww man that was wrong to say but funny. ;)

    He's excited and happy to be doing this. It's 5 yrs active duty and then 3 yrs reserves.
    that's what i did, my active service is almost up(7 months) and then the reserves

    as for the joke, it's an old one and i'm sure your nephew will hear a million times while he's in
  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    conman wrote:
    patrickredeyes wrote:
    conman wrote:
    you know what they say about submarines?
    100 men go down, 50 couples come up :P

    i kid, i kid that's actually not a bad job, he'll have plenty of options if he decides not to make the navy a career


    Awwww man that was wrong to say but funny. ;)

    He's excited and happy to be doing this. It's 5 yrs active duty and then 3 yrs reserves.
    that's what i did, my active service is almost up(7 months) and then the reserves

    as for the joke, it's an old one and i'm sure your nephew will hear a million times while he's in


    No worries about the joke.

    Almost 5 yrs in did you see any action?
  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    patrickredeyes wrote:


    No worries about the joke.

    Almost 5 yrs in did you see any action?
    nope, and i've been with the Marines the whole time... i think i just lucky.
  • StillHere
    StillHere Posts: 7,795
    my nephew has gone off to florida and is in the navy now too
    scares me quite a bit
    but i am very proud of him for following his heart nonetheless
    totally get where you're coming from
    best to your nephew and mine, and all the other young men out there doing what they think is best
    peace,
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  • Travelar
    Travelar Posts: 3,443
    Great for him! I spent 10 years in. Although I went directly after HS, college wasn't right for me then. I got a bunch of credits while I was in and got my degree afterwards. It was a great ride, and I would do it again.
  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    Well today is the day my nephew leaves for Great Lakes, IL for 9 weeks then off to the eastcoast. Gonna miss my godson and I'm kinda worried alittle bit. But he's excited and ready to start is new life and I'm happy for him. I really haven't had much emotion about this but yesterday and this morning it's hitting me. My sister is a wreck and has been crying alot these past few days. Her oldest son is leaving and I feel so bad that my sister is having a hard time with this. Seeing my nephew yesterday was great and we all enjoyed hanging out one last time until the next time. So proud of him and worried at the same time.
  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    patrickredeyes wrote:
    Well today is the day my nephew leaves for Great Lakes, IL for 9 weeks then off to the eastcoast. Gonna miss my godson and I'm kinda worried alittle bit. But he's excited and ready to start is new life and I'm happy for him. I really haven't had much emotion about this but yesterday and this morning it's hitting me. My sister is a wreck and has been crying alot these past few days. Her oldest son is leaving and I feel so bad that my sister is having a hard time with this. Seeing my nephew yesterday was great and we all enjoyed hanging out one last time until the next time. So proud of him and worried at the same time.
    ahh i remember the feeling. don't worry, he'll be fine. remember to write him letters while he's in boot camp.
    it's the only connection he'll have to the outside world and letters from home will make it easier for him.
  • youngster
    youngster Boston Posts: 6,576
    patrickredeyes wrote:
    Well today is the day my nephew leaves for Great Lakes, IL for 9 weeks then off to the eastcoast. Gonna miss my godson and I'm kinda worried alittle bit. But he's excited and ready to start is new life and I'm happy for him. I really haven't had much emotion about this but yesterday and this morning it's hitting me. My sister is a wreck and has been crying alot these past few days. Her oldest son is leaving and I feel so bad that my sister is having a hard time with this. Seeing my nephew yesterday was great and we all enjoyed hanging out one last time until the next time. So proud of him and worried at the same time.

    I joined the Navy in 2000 and served 4 years. Believe me, he is probably feeling the same thing in Great Lakes right now. When I got there it was a whirlwind. You don't have time to stop and think of anything the first 48-72 hours. But then I fell into a routine, met some great people, and it was over before I knew it. It will definately be harder for you and your sister. I probably don't have to even say it, but WRITE LETTERS!!!! Lots of them and as often as you can. There is nothing more uplifting, for me at least, than recieving mail while your away from home. There is no TV, radio, or internet at boot camp so keep him informed of what's going on. Letters will be like gold to him believe me.
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  • youngster
    youngster Boston Posts: 6,576
    conman wrote:
    patrickredeyes wrote:
    Well today is the day my nephew leaves for Great Lakes, IL for 9 weeks then off to the eastcoast. Gonna miss my godson and I'm kinda worried alittle bit. But he's excited and ready to start is new life and I'm happy for him. I really haven't had much emotion about this but yesterday and this morning it's hitting me. My sister is a wreck and has been crying alot these past few days. Her oldest son is leaving and I feel so bad that my sister is having a hard time with this. Seeing my nephew yesterday was great and we all enjoyed hanging out one last time until the next time. So proud of him and worried at the same time.
    ahh i remember the feeling. don't worry, he'll be fine. remember to write him letters while he's in boot camp.
    it's the only connection he'll have to the outside world and letters from home will make it easier for him.

    Great advice conman, you beat me to it. Great minds think alike. :lol:
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  • pandora
    pandora Posts: 21,855
    this all brought a tear ...
    good luck to your nephew and family
  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    Once we get his address he will be getting lots of mail. :)

    He gets picked up today at noon and off he goes.
  • conman
    conman Posts: 7,493
    i forgot to ask before, will he be stationed at Groton, CT?
  • patrickredeyes
    patrickredeyes Posts: 8,834
    conman wrote:
    i forgot to ask before, will he be stationed at Groton, CT?


    From what I hear yes he will be.

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