Recent content by kalusafa

Yes, I also recently saw the June 1 end date for the Blue Angels but don't have any concrete infor about their graduation plans. Although there are a lot of excellent points on all sides of this for 29 pages now, it does make me wonder why they both did not stop April 1.

Bullet, I just want to also add a big thank you for your service and the excellent advise that you and others put on this forum. Like one of the other posts from a potential cadet parent, I have been following this forum for the past 5 years. DS graduates this May with the Class of 2013. I...

Scary and sad...

Blue Skies, congratulations so far. Good question and excellent advice from Pima. At the end of the day, she should be as prepared as possible and mentally ready to take it on. My DS had a very solid background. Close to top of class, IB Diploma, 4.55 or so GPA, Eagle Scout, private pilot...

Oops. Ramius, I meant to say " I gained great respect FOR you"

Great post, Don. Yes to all of it and so much more. 2013's graduation is only a little over three months out. What an incredible journey this has been. Words cannot explain it. Bill

Hi Ramius, I hope you are doing well. You wouldn't remember me but my son and I met you at an Orientation dinner in 2009. I sat next to you and you did a really great job speaking with parents and appointees and I gained great respect from you. Over the years I've also seen the great...

Our DS's squadron found out tonight. After waiting all day we got the call tonight - Pilot Training. We are so proud of the Class of 2013 and the entire wing! Heading out tomorrow from Michigan. Go AF! Sink Navy! Bill

Mike (CC), I stopped by on the way into the game to say hello but couldn't locate you. Found one Mike bartending, but it wasn't you. We did have a fantastic time at our last PW. Thanks, Bill

Hi everyone, less than three weeks to go and we will be out for our last Parents Weekend. I can't believe how fast it has gone and what a great time as parents to watch our DS grow and go through this experience. We have loved coming out to USAFA and have been fortunate enough to get out 3-4...

Christcorp and Pima, fantastic advice. Add IB Diploma, 2 a day swim practices for most of DS's life (+ regular strength / training), private pilot license, Eagle Scout, national level swimmer, etc. Pretty busy schedule. For those seeking Appointments, the point is, this type of schedule...

Mike (Christcorp), thanks. I have been following your posts for the last few years. Excellent wisdom and you helped us all through this process. Still need to meet make it a point to stop by Thudgate this year and finally meet you. Definitely planning on the PW game, Navy, and maybe another...

Best of luck to the Class of 2016 Appointees and families. My DS is now a Firstie, in the Class of 2013. It feels like yesterday when we watched our son walk up the stairs at in-processing. Here is an old post that I dug up about our experiences just a few short years ago. ************...

Congratulations Christcorp to you and your DS. Thank you for all the words of wisdom and advice you give us on this forum. We have all benefited. I had the opportunity to be out at the Academy from Monday through Thursday. It was fantastic seeing the parades, the graduates and their families...

Haleym, congratulations! This is great to hear. You deserve it now go have a fantastic year and prepare. Bill