Gulp!!! Well folks it’s the end of a two year saga. My DS just called with the Turn Down.
It has been wonderful to have this SAF family of supporters to turn to for advice. I will say, I am excited for all of the appointments and I am here if you need any advice. My DS knew there was a slim chance at getting an appointment being color blind…but he persevered anyway and applied and then reapplied again this year. He was on the waitlist last year and his waiver was denied. This year a turn down. He will continue on pursuing his Engineering degree at Pitt with the Steel City NROTC as a Marine Option and commission with the Marine Corps in three years! He loves the unit and I already know a few of you that will be joining his unit next year. I will be bummed for only a minute because I know he’s off to do great things. And that’s just the thing…these kids are already incredible and the Plans B-D are only going to open even more opportunities beyond their wildest imaginations. Good luck to you all…my DS won’t be reapplying next year, but I might check in on the reapplicants next year. I have a soft spot in my heart for those that try and try again. GO NAVY!!!!