C/O '26 parents - place to commiserate and share. Roller coaster for the next 3 years!

Professional knowledge testing. Every semester. Plebes call it "ProKnow." Things like military standards, ship/aircraft recognition and stats, etc.

If your DS isn't getting support and help from his company, he can request a transfer to another one. It is not unheard of, and can have a positive impact on one's outlook.
 
Thanks for the perspective, @NavyHoops, I've been trying to think about how to describe it for a while, "in between phase" is bang on. I was talking with my dad over leave, sort of "running it" about stupid 3/C stuff like not being able to take weeknight libo even though I'm sitting at a 3.6, because I can do that with him, and he kind of smiled and said, sounds like my oldest kiddo has growing pains all over again. @NomSeeker I think a lot of us youngsters are feeling this and it probably comes out differently for everyone. Like, Army-Navy is coming up and all I can think about is what a giant PITA and hassle that week is. Plebes pranking, people staying up way too late, it's *right* in the middle of finals and I'd rather be studying and sleeping, waking up at some indecent hour to get on a bus to go stand in formation in the cold and then stand up for the whole game and pay for way overpriced stadium food out of my pocket, and if last year is any indication my feet will be so cold and tired by the end of the game I won't feel them, then get back on a bus and sit for a long time and get back to Naptown at a similarly indecent hour having probably been awake for 24 hours+, which I get for wartime ops or training, but this is just a dang football game. (Which I can get away with puffing my cynical lid about because I'm diligently anonymous here, and in my wing and on my deck I'm still all GO NAVY BEAT ARMY yada yada.) And just to keep it relevant to C/O '26, they're pretty tired and snappy too. They're either checked out, or getting all ratey with the plebes, or snappy, or can't figure out why everyone isn't all gung-ho right now, or whatnot. I think it's normal. I'm glad we don't have to go up to RI this year, YEESH Anyway go navy beat army rah rah rah. Physics homework then rack.
 
PlebeNoMore27 said:
Thanks for the perspective, @NavyHoops, I've been trying to think about how to describe it for a while, "in between phase" is bang on. I was talking with my dad over leave, sort of "running it" about stupid 3/C stuff like not being able to take weeknight libo even though I'm sitting at a 3.6, because I can do that with him, and he kind of smiled and said, sounds like my oldest kiddo has growing pains all over again. @NomSeeker I think a lot of us youngsters are feeling this and it probably comes out differently for everyone. Like, Army-Navy is coming up and all I can think about is what a giant PITA and hassle that week is. Plebes pranking, people staying up way too late, it's *right* in the middle of finals and I'd rather be studying and sleeping, waking up at some indecent hour to get on a bus to go stand in formation in the cold and then stand up for the whole game and pay for way overpriced stadium food out of my pocket, and if last year is any indication my feet will be so cold and tired by the end of the game I won't feel them, then get back on a bus and sit for a long time and get back to Naptown at a similarly indecent hour having probably been awake for 24 hours+, which I get for wartime ops or training, but this is just a dang football game. (Which I can get away with puffing my cynical lid about because I'm diligently anonymous here, and in my wing and on my deck I'm still all GO NAVY BEAT ARMY yada yada.) And just to keep it relevant to C/O '26, they're pretty tired and snappy too. They're either checked out, or getting all ratey with the plebes, or snappy, or can't figure out why everyone isn't all gung-ho right now, or whatnot. I think it's normal. I'm glad we don't have to go up to RI this year, YEESH Anyway go navy beat army rah rah rah. Physics homework then rack.
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It is totally normal. As Plebes you really don’t know any better. You are anxious to spread your wings and really jump into leading more, but really you are a spectator to it in some ways. Embrace 3/C year for what it is. Mentor your Plebes. Really focus on academics. And most of all, don’t let the cynicism get to you. Remember you all chose to be there. It’s not perfect. But your Plebes are watching. Figure out what kind of leader you really want to be. Find something new to learn or explore. Be the positive. Good luck.
 
PlebeNoMore27 said:
Thanks for the perspective, @NavyHoops, I've been trying to think about how to describe it for a while, "in between phase" is bang on. I was talking with my dad over leave, sort of "running it" about stupid 3/C stuff like not being able to take weeknight libo even though I'm sitting at a 3.6, because I can do that with him, and he kind of smiled and said, sounds like my oldest kiddo has growing pains all over again. @NomSeeker I think a lot of us youngsters are feeling this and it probably comes out differently for everyone. Like, Army-Navy is coming up and all I can think about is what a giant PITA and hassle that week is. Plebes pranking, people staying up way too late, it's *right* in the middle of finals and I'd rather be studying and sleeping, waking up at some indecent hour to get on a bus to go stand in formation in the cold and then stand up for the whole game and pay for way overpriced stadium food out of my pocket, and if last year is any indication my feet will be so cold and tired by the end of the game I won't feel them, then get back on a bus and sit for a long time and get back to Naptown at a similarly indecent hour having probably been awake for 24 hours+, which I get for wartime ops or training, but this is just a dang football game. (Which I can get away with puffing my cynical lid about because I'm diligently anonymous here, and in my wing and on my deck I'm still all GO NAVY BEAT ARMY yada yada.) And just to keep it relevant to C/O '26, they're pretty tired and snappy too. They're either checked out, or getting all ratey with the plebes, or snappy, or can't figure out why everyone isn't all gung-ho right now, or whatnot. I think it's normal. I'm glad we don't have to go up to RI this year, YEESH Anyway go navy beat army rah rah rah. Physics homework then rack.
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Almost time for A-N warming tips. I hope the MD location will be unseasonably mild this year, though.

Feet: Wear a thin warming layer sock under outer sock. As long as your outer socks are plain and black for uniform wear, you can wear them. I have worn black wool knee socks. For long standing periods expected, I go with plain black compression knee-highs or athletic compression socks. Makes a huge difference when your calves and arches are supported. Be sure to look for a “bubble toe” or looser toe area.
NavyHoops said:
It is totally normal. As Plebes you really don’t know any better. You are anxious to spread your wings and really jump into leading more, but really you are a spectator to it in some ways. Embrace 3/C year for what it is. Mentor your Plebes. Really focus on academics. And most of all, don’t let the cynicism get to you. Remember you all chose to be there. It’s not perfect. But your Plebes are watching. Figure out what kind of leader you really want to be. Find something new to learn or explore. Be the positive. Good luck.
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Forget TED Talks. That’s a Hoops Talk right there, with a Devil Dog straight-at-you flair.
 
PlebeNoMore27 said:
Like, Army-Navy is coming up and all I can think about is what a giant PITA and hassle that week is.
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A PITA, no doubt, for many mids. But at DD's firstie-year Army-Navy Game, I heard the most rousing version of "Navy Blue and Gold." It followed a dramatic win, so that helped. But there was something about it being DD's last time that made it so moving and even poignant. I'm pretty sure no one was singing louder than the firsties. Perhaps not because they were leaving USNA soon, but because they had been part of USNA.

Some consider their miserable states and say, "This too shall pass." To that, I add, "Be thankful for what you have. Because nothing lasts forever." I have a feeling, @PlebeNoMore27, that you'll someday look back at those PITA Army-Navy Games with fondness. 😉
 
Army Navy is a better experience when you get to drive up Friday night on your own time, stay in a hotel or buddy’s house, and make your way back without the bus convoy. Obviously a W is the key part. This is all what I heard and saw, as I didn’t attend a few games and the others we went as a team as we were on the road playing games. I never did attend the game the traditional way. May there be good weather for the shorter commute this year.
 
Kid said he has 5 "Youngsters" next semester. Basically, very little afternoon classes. The term references Youngsters having a break in their schedule compared to Plebes where many take naps or get in workouts.

He's down to a more reasonable 15 credits instead of the 18 - 21.
 
LA rockymnt hi said:
Ouch! 1st period every day for mine too and just the Tuesday Youngster day.
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Note to all: Its actually called a "Youngster Afternoon".
Having first period class is a pain at civilian colleges but at the Service Academies, they are already up, dressed and alert so it is less of an issue. As a professor at a civilian school, I have students who think a 10AM class is "early" and hard to get to.
 
And with that Navy win, the accompanying Mid freedoms, and being a local, my kid is getting the shaft.........

He just got duty on X-Mas Eve, and he has colors on New Year's Eve. He was supposed to be celebrating X-Mas with his GF on the 24th and with us on X-Mas.

Needless to say, he's a bit bummed/pissed. I suggested he works his friend channels and/or beg and plead with the duty officers.

Good old, "Other military obligations."
 
IronmanDaremo said:
And with that Navy win, the accompanying Mid freedoms, and being a local, my kid is getting the shaft.........

He just got duty on X-Mas Eve, and he has colors on New Year's Eve. He was supposed to be celebrating X-Mas with his GF on the 24th and with us on X-Mas.

Needless to say, he's a bit bummed/pissed. I suggested he works his friend channels and/or beg and plead with the duty officers.

Good old, "Other military obligations."
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Sounds like a big bummer! What are the perks of the "W"? I haven't heard. I am also always a bit jealous hearing about how much you can see your DS and the times he comes home. Perks of living close by. We only saw DS for 2 separate weeks this past summer and will see him 2 weeks at winter break. Otherwise nothing at T-day or spring break. My younger DS is now applying to USNA and we went to the Army Navy game and what an amazing bucket list that was. Bonus was seeing my mid for an hour before he had to leave for Glee club at the game.
 
I posted them in the Army-Navy thread I started. Kid sent the email he got, and I put them in cut/paste. Edit to add - Post #97 in the thread.

Kid is coming home and using our house more as a base of operations than anything else at this point. Since he gets liberty almost every weekend and has his car at my parent's place, and can drive it anywhere now, he is making the rounds.

Which is fine, because the littlest dude decided he likes big bro's room more and has moved into it. Meaning, the Mid has to go sleep in the basement bedroom where we puts guests when they visit. :eek3:
 
My dude went to the gym on the way home, did sets of "fin work" with the approved S E.A.L. fins and 4 x 25 lengths fully underwater interspersed with 40+ push-ups after each lap.

Then, hung out the littlest dude before heading up to VT to go snowboard.

Definitely working on finding his wings and leaving the nest. It's most definitely getting real @LA rockymnt hi !!
 
Hang in there moms and dads. Sh$t is real and it keeps becoming more that way all the time.

Not going to lie over the years I was envious of the parents who lived close or who could manage so many visits. Ours were sparse. But were treasured as a result of the sparseness of said visits.

Last two days DS has been spending time with dad making summer sausage and smoking it, making bratwurst, and jerky all from the elk dad got three weeks ago. Memories made for sure. And the elk burgers last night were awesome. Treasure time at home.
 
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