The Waiting Club

mullinfox said:
DS received Falcon Scholarship this morning - he also has an AFROTC scholarship. Any seasoned players out there with advice? We need to research the Falcon Scholarship opportunity more - anyone know the percentage of those who receive an appointment after completing the year of prep? We'll scour these threads for more information also. Hang in there to all those who are waiting!
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DS also received a Falcon Foundation Scholarship offer this morning and has 1 week to decide. He also has a 4 year AFROTC scholarship to consider (and a USMA appointment which he has decided to decline). After mourning the loss of a direct entry appointment for a few hours, I think he will take the FF Scholarship as 99.8% get appointments upon successful completion of their prep year.
 
JLI22 said:
anlee said:
Still "candidate" status and very stressed! :(
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Same here
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You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
 
FireflyMom said:
You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
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This means so much! Thank you for your encouragement and advice! :) best of luck to your son!
 
JLI22 said:
FireflyMom said:
You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
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This means so much! Thank you for your encouragement and advice! :) best of luck to your son!
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You rock young lady , just remember that regardless of the outcome !
 
FireflyMom said:
anlee said:
Still "candidate" status and very stressed! :(
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anlee sorry sweetie , the end has got to be near for you and the rest including my DS to hear ! I saw you were also a USNA candidate , I feel for your stress ! Is this your first year applying for service academies ? Hang tough girl whatever the outcome you will survive !
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This is my first time applying, I’m a senior in high school. Best of luck to your DS! It’s not the end till they say so, just have to keep the faith! Definitely makes the days longer though....
 
FireflyMom said:
JLI22 said:
anlee said:
Still "candidate" status and very stressed! :(
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Same here
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You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
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A male dominated environment doesn’t scare me! I was the only girl on the wrestling team for a few years and the bonds I made with my team are unbreakable! I will continue to pursue a career in the military- whether that be through the academies or another route. When I received my rejection from the Naval Academy (Monday) I really started to realize how important it is to live in the moment and enjoy everything we have! Best of luck to your DS! Thank you for the advice
 
DS is PPQ, checked portal today and still shows candidate. Is not over until you hear one way or the other. He is staying positive! God is the only one who knows
what is the best for DS and everyone out there still waiting!
Congratulations to all with offer of appointments.
How did candidates heard of their appointment today? Did the portal updated to offer of appointment, from USAFA via email or members of congress via email or phone call?
God Bless!
 
anlee said:
FireflyMom said:
JLI22 said:
anlee said:
Still "candidate" status and very stressed! :(
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Same here
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You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
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A male dominated environment doesn’t scare me! I was the only girl on the wrestling team for a few years and the bonds I made with my team are unbreakable! I will continue to pursue a career in the military- whether that be through the academies or another route. When I received my rejection from the Naval Academy (Monday) I really started to realize how important it is to live in the moment and enjoy everything we have! Best of luck to your DS! Thank you for the advice
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So awesome , jeez wrestling is hard ! Your a tough gal and I’m happy to hear you have other routes in mind . If he Academy doesn’t take you it’s their loss in my mind;-)
 
"Be grateful certain things did or didn't work out. Sometimes you don't even know what you're being protected from or where you're being guided to when in the midst of chaos. That's why you just have to trust that greater things are aligning for you. Let go gracefully"
Something that I have been living by to help me get through this process! Just thought I'd share:)
 
FireflyMom said:
anlee said:
FireflyMom said:
JLI22 said:
anlee said:
Still "candidate" status and very stressed! :(
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Same here
Click to expand...
You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
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A male dominated environment doesn’t scare me! I was the only girl on the wrestling team for a few years and the bonds I made with my team are unbreakable! I will continue to pursue a career in the military- whether that be through the academies or another route. When I received my rejection from the Naval Academy (Monday) I really started to realize how important it is to live in the moment and enjoy everything we have! Best of luck to your DS! Thank you for the advice
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So awesome , jeez wrestling is hard ! Your a tough gal and I’m happy to hear you have other routes in mind . If he Academy doesn’t take you it’s their loss in my mind;-)
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Thank you!
 
anlee said:
FireflyMom said:
JLI22 said:
anlee said:
Still "candidate" status and very stressed! :(
Click to expand...

Same here
Click to expand...
You hang in there too JLI22 ! Got to hand it to you DD’s out there going for acceptance in a male dominated profession , I come from one myself ( firefighting ) but wouldn’t change a thing, love the support I got from my brothers in the industry and the male leaders early on that taught me I could do it ! I would be super excited if my daughter would pursue a military career , your parents no doubt will be super proud whatever the outcome for even putting yourself out there through this grueling process . Don’t stress it’s out of your control now , take a breath , enjoy your schooling and friends , and strategize your next move to get to your end goal if the academy doesn’t come through . Like I told my DS , resilience and drive is what will carry you to success .
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A male dominated environment doesn’t scare me! I was the only girl on the wrestling team for a few years and the bonds I made with my team are unbreakable! I will continue to pursue a career in the military- whether that be through the academies or another route. When I received my rejection from the Naval Academy (Monday) I really started to realize how important it is to live in the moment and enjoy everything we have! Best of luck to your DS! Thank you for the advice
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Confidence in spades! You’re already a winner. You don’t need anyone telling you you’ll go far. You know it already, so we’ll just sit back and enjoy watching your ascent. Excellent attitude.
 
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ORKP2017 said:
How did candidates heard of their appointment today? Did the portal updated to offer of appointment, from USAFA via email or members of congress via email or phone call?
God Bless!
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I heard via email at 1am on the 17th and it was updated in the portal when I checked. However .... strange side note the digital acceptance letter reads 4/10/19 as the date received although I’m positive it just showed up today. Must be a weird glitch in the system.
 
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