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officer said:
:wink: You're so good!
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Here is another thing you can look forward to.....

On Saturday the 21st of November we were at the airport awaiting the arrival of my CGA Scholar daughter.. home from NMMI for just a week..
I was more then excited to see her.. my heart felt giddy (best way to describe it)... as I stood there wearing my USCG Academy jacket, everyone around knew we were awaiting our cadet! :shake:

When I saw her emerge from the concourse it was all I could do to NOT run to her.. She wore her USCG uniform, I saw her dad out of the corner of my eye and he stood just a bit taller as he said "there's MY girl!" (he always takes credit when its the good stuff).

She wasn't quite thru the security barracade yet and I couldn't wait any longer.. I ran to her and held her tight... that moment seemed so similar to the first time I held her in my arms... tears from a mom, as a complete sign of pride, ownership and joy...

No, I do not own her, but for that moment she was my little girl again and I know that in my arms is where she wanted to be for that moment.. It was great... :biggrin::biggrin:
 
J Collins said:
Here is another thing you can look forward to.....

On Saturday the 21st of November we were at the airport awaiting the arrival of my CGA Scholar daughter.. home from NMMI for just a week..
I was more then excited to see her.. my heart felt giddy (best way to describe it)... as I stood there wearing my USCG Academy jacket, everyone around knew we were awaiting our cadet! :shake:

When I saw her emerge from the concourse it was all I could do to NOT run to her.. She wore her USCG uniform, I saw her dad out of the corner of my eye and he stood just a bit taller as he said "there's MY girl!" (he always takes credit when its the good stuff).

She wasn't quite thru the security barracade yet and I couldn't wait any longer.. I ran to her and held her tight... that moment seemed so similar to the first time I held her in my arms... tears from a mom, as a complete sign of pride, ownership and joy...

No, I do not own her, but for that moment she was my little girl again and I know that in my arms is where she wanted to be for that moment.. It was great... :biggrin::biggrin:
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Okay enough (sob :frown:sob :frown:) I'm losing it!,

I'm totally living this in my mind right now as you write this. I TOTALLY get the way you were feeling. Just last week I had a talk with my son to be extra gentle with dear 'ol mom for the next few months, and that I was to need extra hugs, time sitting in the deer blind just silent, snuggling while watching movies, being the first one told of a special happening, etc. I know it's going to hit me the moment I see him turn around and walk towards his future. The time has gone by like nothing I can describe. But I know you understand what I'm talking about. I was excited for you when I read your post about having your daughter home for Thanksgiving. Just love 'em up and know that you've done a great job. -officer
 
J Collins,

I hope you never stop posting on this forum, because I enjoy your posts so much!

All through this process, I have been hoping and praying that son gets the outcome that he wants so much! Just recently, I've been thinking about what that outcome means...long periods of time away somewhere in the world, on the water, missed holiday gatherings, etc. The idea that we may only have six more months of him living here with us, as a family, is so depressing! Then, I remind myself that his desire to serve his country at sea (since 7th grade) is one of the reasons that he makes us so proud!
 
Cherish the time now. Before they start off on a big adventure at a SA.

My son is a plebe at USNA. I find myself cherishing the time now as well........it was hard to watch him walk down the airport concourse after 3 fast days for Thanksgiving. How hard can it be, he will be home the 18th for 2 and a half weeks? And we are going up for Army/Navy! But there I was with a few tears.

But, I know the future holds much more difficult farewells as he serves in the far corners of the world. This is child's play compared to what lies ahead. I think it is training for the parents and families! I did figure out that plebe summer was indeed training for the parents. By PPW, we were growing accustomed to not talking often (3x in five weeks) and realizing he was "all grown up and belonged to the Navy now!" These academies are busy training the parents as well as the kids!
 
fairwinds said:
J Collins,

I hope you never stop posting on this forum, because I enjoy your posts so much!

All through this process, I have been hoping and praying that son gets the outcome that he wants so much! Just recently, I've been thinking about what that outcome means...long periods of time away somewhere in the world, on the water, missed holiday gatherings, etc. The idea that we may only have six more months of him living here with us, as a family, is so depressing! Then, I remind myself that his desire to serve his country at sea (since 7th grade) is one of the reasons that he makes us so proud!
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Just wait until you see them walk off (umm, run really!) to rejoin their company after the VERY brief 10 minute goodbye on R-Day. I thought I would be bawling my eyes out, but the look of happiness and anticipation in his eyes just put me over the top! He was looking forward to this next chapter in his life, and we were struggling to let go of the last 18 chapters. A mixed bag of emotions, to be sure. Yes, it was hard to say goodbye (and the 10 minutes were more than enough...any longer and I would have wrapped myself around him and not let go...seriously!) but the pride in his voice when we do get to speak with him (once a week maybe...sometimes a couple of weeks go by without a peep) makes it all so worth it! I know the next 3 1/2 years will go by in a blur, and that the real adventure will begin at graduation, but for now we are enjoying watching our boy become a man under the amazing tutelage of CGA. Such a privilege for our kids!

Ok....back to crossing my fingers for you all. I remember the waiting...and waiting...and waiting. Hang in there! :cool:
 
Okay, okay. Yes, I know nothing will be sent out for several weeks. Yes, I knew there would be nothing in the mailbox but a bunch of Christmas catologs. But how many of you made the extra effort to get to the mailbox as fast as you could today? Come on, don't be shy. :rolleyes:
I DID! -- I DID! -- I DID! There I said it, and I'm glad :yllol:
 
officer said:
Okay, okay. Yes, I know nothing will be sent out for several weeks. Yes, I knew there would be nothing in the mailbox but a bunch of Christmas catologs. But how many of you made the extra effort to get to the mailbox as fast as you could today? Come on, don't be shy. :rolleyes:
I DID! -- I DID! -- I DID! There I said it, and I'm glad :yllol:
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Love your attitude Officer! Keep it up...we'll be right here cheering you on as you dash for the mailbox! :thumb:
 
Well, I haven't been on this site for a couple of years but I remember the waiting in December those years ago. Now my cadet will graduate in May. He applied EA and was deferred to rolling admissions so today I write to say to those who get deferred, keep the faith. His appointment didn't come until March. The waiting is very hard and it doesn't always end in December. Good luck to all!
 
momofacgcadet said:
Well, I haven't been on this site for a couple of years but I remember the waiting in December those years ago. Now my cadet will graduate in May. He applied EA and was deferred to rolling admissions so today I write to say to those who get deferred, keep the faith. His appointment didn't come until March. The waiting is very hard and it doesn't always end in December. Good luck to all!
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moacc: I love that you are still posting and encouraging us. Now THAT is exactly what the CG is about my friends. Encouraging others, serving, putting others above yourself. Thanks for being a shining example. And if my son doesn't get in EA, I will definitely be re-visiting this post again for a pick-me-up. -officer
 
intense waiting

its insane! I have one more week of actual school and then midterms, and I am getting ants in my pants waiting... It's already December! That's scary in the fact that we only have 6 more months of being seniors and then onto college. And the fact that in about 2.5 weeks the letter will be arriving at my house... I just want holiday break-and the letter- to get here soon... I'm always waiting for the college mail to come. And lately it's died down and it is definitely making me more nervous...
=]
 
enjoy high school while you can, because as soon as it's over...we'll be waiting for you.

in all seriousness, do make the most of the time you have left. CGA has been as challenging as it has been fun (though most cadets won't admit the latter part) these last 18 months or so but you will have to make peace with the fact that while you're here you'll be living a different life with a different mission than most of your friends and peers.

alright, back to studying for my exams tomorrow :)
 
Nothing in today's mail, but it was still a great day--it snowed! :smile:
 
Hey, officer!

Missed your post earlier. Our mail man "lady" never brought us our mail yesterday (isn't that a federal offense?) anyway, we got two packs of mail today, but nothing of any interest...catalogs and bills. Rationally, I know nothing is coming before Dec. 15th, yet I am still drawn to that white pick-up truck with a US Mail placard when it comes down the street! Sad, but true!
 
Luigi59 said:
Ya never know. :thumb:
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You are putting us over the edge. As a mom my nerves are shot. :) D has LOA from MMA, but cannot even think about it until hearing from CGA. I read about parents waiting for cadet hopeful to come home from school to open letter/packet. This mom will be driving to school and claiming a family emergency so D can open immediately. So I need to know packet means yes and a little letter means no?????
 
whitege said:
So I need to know packet means yes and a little letter means no?????
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8.5x11 white 2nd day air parcel means "your in baby!" and the white letter means "just not now, but we'll put you in the pool for regular admission consideration." I don't think they give out many "denied completely" letters at this time.

Boy, it's 18 degress at my house right now. I LOVE THIS WEATHER SOOOO MUCH! (As I say this while cuddling under my electric blanket, hehe.) -officer
 
officer said:
Well, it's officially December and we could receive our answers anytime between the 15th and the 24th.
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Not sure if it will make you all feel better or worse, but we did actually begin mailing EA letters last week on Thursday, December 3rd. We're getting them out as quickly as we can, but the majority will still probably be mailed on December 15th.
 
Objee said:
Not sure if it will make you all feel better or worse, but we did actually begin mailing EA letters last week on Thursday, December 3rd. We're getting them out as quickly as we can, but the majority will still probably be mailed on December 15th.
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It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas....er, I mean EA letter time! Hopefully all the families on this forum will have an extra special package arriving in the mail very VERY soon!!

Good luck to all! :thumb:
 
Objee said:
Not sure if it will make you all feel better or worse, but we did actually begin mailing EA letters last week on Thursday, December 3rd.
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Makes me feel better. So I guess if they are sent out 2nd Day Air, it's possible that some got their's on Saturday. I have a feeling we will be in the last part of the "wave" of letters mailed out. We got the package in early, but then requested to "hold it" for consideration until you received the October test scores. But we are still checking and get flutters in our stomach before opening the mailbox lid. Thank you Objee for keeping us informed. -officer
 
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