Good luck ‘26!

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fullspeedahead

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I-Day is just around the corner and the summer of your lives is about to begin.

Best advice I can give is to maintain a positive attitude and always be there for your classmates. There will be rough days, but some of the greatest memories of your lives are just ahead of you.

Push hard, write down your thoughts, and remember where you came from. Remember the happiness when you received your appointment and all that hard work paid off! You may question your decisions some days, but keep your goals in mind and just know that you are changing for the better.

Looking forward to seeing you in Bancroft ‘26!
 
It was a hard night, the last one my DD called our house “home” Over the last couple of days there was a constant flow of people, they all came to wish her well and to hug me and my DH. “Anything you need…” we are grateful but I could tell our friends and family thought we were nuts. Last night I doubt myself, was this a mistake?! why did I help my DD to get to this point, at a young age we exposed her to WPMA and USNA, she fell in love with USNA, her after graduation fate was in my hands and yet, I never considered this piercing pain until that day when she received her appointment. It was a happy day, a great day, she worked hard and finally conquered what for many is not possible, she was an appointee of the United States Naval Academy. I had shed many tears over the last few months. But I can’t be selfish and stop her from living at the top of her potential. She is an amazing woman of God and He opened this door for her, that gives me peace This pain should pass. Congratulations to my fellow P2B parents we have remarkable children. You are all in my prayers
Go Navy!
 
Rarely27 said:
It was a hard night, the last one my DD called our house “home” Over the last couple of days there was a constant flow of people, they all came to wish her well and to hug me and my DH. “Anything you need…” we are grateful but I could tell our friends and family thought we were nuts. Last night I doubt myself, was this a mistake?! why did I help my DD to get to this point, at a young age we exposed her to WPMA and USNA, she fell in love with USNA, her after graduation fate was in my hands and yet, I never considered this piercing pain until that day when she received her appointment. It was a happy day, a great day, she worked hard and finally conquered what for many is not possible, she was an appointee of the United States Naval Academy. I had shed many tears over the last few months. But I can’t be selfish and stop her from living at the top of her potential. She is an amazing woman of God and He opened this door for her, that gives me peace This pain should pass. Congratulations to my fellow P2B parents we have remarkable children. You are all in my prayers
Go Navy!
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Faith like a mustard seed … she can move a mountain
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Rarely27 said:
It was a hard night, the last one my DD called our house “home” Over the last couple of days there was a constant flow of people, they all came to wish her well and to hug me and my DH. “Anything you need…” we are grateful but I could tell our friends and family thought we were nuts. Last night I doubt myself, was this a mistake?! why did I help my DD to get to this point, at a young age we exposed her to WPMA and USNA, she fell in love with USNA, her after graduation fate was in my hands and yet, I never considered this piercing pain until that day when she received her appointment. It was a happy day, a great day, she worked hard and finally conquered what for many is not possible, she was an appointee of the United States Naval Academy. I had shed many tears over the last few months. But I can’t be selfish and stop her from living at the top of her potential. She is an amazing woman of God and He opened this door for her, that gives me peace This pain should pass. Congratulations to my fellow P2B parents we have remarkable children. You are all in my prayers
Go Navy!
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Your feelings are natural, will come to a head after Oath ceremony and last for many days/weeks during PS. Your are not first parent to have this feelings and will not be the last.

However PPW is not in reality that far off. Then hopefully you can get a visit in the fall for a Parade and Football game, then Thanksgiving, then Christmas. You will always miss them but the growth and maturity you find in your DD will be amazing. While we have seen DS on three occasions since Christmas leave, he has not been home since then and still has another month to go. 7 months away from home is not something I contemplated when he started the journey almost 1 year ago. However with phone calls, texts, the short visits, we stay connected and relish the times we do get to see him even if only for a few hours. I know he is at the right place, he knows he is at the right place.

I am sure I will watch the Oath ceremony via the stream on Thursday and my allergies will act up even though my DS has already completed his I-Day. However I have learned that all the MIDN that have been with DS this past year and those yet to come with the classes of '26, '27, and '28 will be considered my kids, that I will celebrate their wins and mourn their losses.

Welcome to Family.

Go NAVY, Beat ARMY
 
The emotional roller coaster ride will continue..Plebe year to summer training to Youngster year, more training, academic challenges, 2C year, leadership challenges, more training, some disappointments, many wins...Firstie Year, service assignments...commissioning week and then a new journey starts.
 
LT360 said:
Your feelings are natural, will come to a head after Oath ceremony and last for many days/weeks during PS. Your are not first parent to have this feelings and will not be the last.

However PPW is not in reality that far off. Then hopefully you can get a visit in the fall for a Parade and Football game, then Thanksgiving, then Christmas. You will always miss them but the growth and maturity you find in your DD will be amazing. While we have seen DS on three occasions since Christmas leave, he has not been home since then and still has another month to go. 7 months away from home is not something I contemplated when he started the journey almost 1 year ago. However with phone calls, texts, the short visits, we stay connected and relish the times we do get to see him even if only for a few hours. I know he is at the right place, he knows he is at the right place.

I am sure I will watch the Oath ceremony via the stream on Thursday and my allergies will act up even though my DS has already completed his I-Day. However I have learned that all the MIDN that have been with DS this past year and those yet to come with the classes of '26, '27, and '28 will be considered my kids, that I will celebrate their wins and mourn their losses.

Welcome to Family.

Go NAVY, Beat ARMY
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Thank you for your words. I understand you ease my not this “lifestyle” eventually. I hope you guys can reunite again soon wish the best of success to your DS
 
Don't Give Up the Ship said:
The emotional roller coaster ride will continue..Plebe year to summer training to Youngster year, more training, academic challenges, 2C year, leadership challenges, more training, some disappointments, many wins...Firstie Year, service assignments...commissioning week and then a new journey starts.
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Happy moments, sad moments, exciting moments, uncertain ones Isn’t that life? My DH told me the other day that he felt awkward sharing the “news” of our DD getting an appointment with parents that were struggling to get their kids to graduate, find a job or just pursuing the absolute minimum having the potential of doing more
We are blessed with this hardworking children, is just selfish me trying to hold on to her. I’m going to miss her, that’s true but oh Lord! We are so proud.
 
Rarely27 said:
Happy moments, sad moments, exciting moments, uncertain ones Isn’t that life? My DH told me the other day that he felt awkward sharing the “news” of our DD getting an appointment with parents that were struggling to get their kids to graduate, find a job or just pursuing the absolute minimum having the potential of doing more
We are blessed with this hardworking children, is just selfish me trying to hold on to her. I’m going to miss her, that’s true but oh Lord! We are so proud.
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Proverbs 22:6 — Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.

Philippians 1:6 — For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of our Lord.
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Rarely27 said:
Happy moments, sad moments, exciting moments, uncertain ones Isn’t that life? My DH told me the other day that he felt awkward sharing the “news” of our DD getting an appointment with parents that were struggling to get their kids to graduate, find a job or just pursuing the absolute minimum having the potential of doing more
We are blessed with this hardworking children, is just selfish me trying to hold on to her. I’m going to miss her, that’s true but oh Lord! We are so proud.
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You raise them to grow and leave home for their own lives, and the Navy just makes it happen all at once rather than over a year or five. You get years of slow movement out of the house condensed into a single plane ticket. But the upside is the speed at which they reach adulthood and achievements that just make your heart swell with joy at their fulfilled dreams (and maybe a little pride at what they're becoming.) It's all good.
 
This.

"My DH told me the other day that he felt awkward sharing the “news” of our DD getting an appointment with parents that were struggling to get their kids to graduate, find a job or just pursuing the absolute minimum having the potential of doing more."

You will get that alot. As your DD endures, excels and experiences USNA (with some summer blocks like recess) the gaps widen. Parent clubs are the best.
 
Dr. Strange Love said:
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Proverbs 22:6 — Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.

Philippians 1:6 — For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of our Lord.
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The Lord’s Word always actual always on point
 
PV35 said:
This.

"My DH told me the other day that he felt awkward sharing the “news” of our DD getting an appointment with parents that were struggling to get their kids to graduate, find a job or just pursuing the absolute minimum having the potential of doing more."

You will get that alot. As your DD endures, excels and experiences USNA (with some summer blocks like recess) the gaps widen. Parent clubs are the best.
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Yes indeed our parents club already reached out this morning, recommended places to go, thinks you do. This is a celebration
 
IronmanDaremo said:
Being in the general area where the school is located, when I tell people my son finally got in, they know about the Academy and are pretty good about congratulating his accomplishments. Don't be ashamed to share your pride and your kids achievements. They worked hard to get there.
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I agree. She earned it and honestly, we did too as parents. How many weekends and summers we dedicated to enriching their lives, helping them achieve that “little bit” that today, sets them apart. A friend who’s kid graduated from USNA a few weeks back posted a thank you note to their DD, for the opportunity of enjoying this 4 year as part of a wonderful community (you guys). I’m looking forward to that
 
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Be prepared … your Plebe will make some bones when they call on nary an occasion over the next year and half … but it subsides when they get used to the pace, the scrutiny, the detail, and the restrictive nature of their new world. The transition doesn’t happen over night.

Use that “Hello” greeting with a rising inflection when you answer. They want to be greeted with a positive voice on the other end.

Then just mostly listen and keep it simple … they just want to hear the warmth of your voice … mostly when they have had a rough day.

After their Youngster year, you won’t hear from them much …. They’re settled in to their new world and they’re way too busy … even in the summer months.
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Dr. Strange Love said:
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Be prepared … your Plebe will make some bones when they call on nary an occasion over the next year and half … but it subsides when they get used to the pace, the scrutiny, the detail, and the restrictive nature of their new world. The transition doesn’t happen over night.

Use that “Hello” greeting with a rising inflection when you answer. They want to be greeted with a positive voice on the other end.

Then just mostly listen and keep it simple … they just want to hear the warmth of your voice … mostly when they have had a rough day.

After their Youngster year, you won’t hear from them much …. They’re settled in to their new world and they’re way too busy … even in the summer months.
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Thank you Your insight is very appreciated
 
fullspeedahead said:
@Rarely27 Some times the hardest things to go through are the ones that are the most worth it on the other end.

Your DD is in good hands and when you see her on the other side it will be all worth it.
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Yes yes I know. I keep repeating that to myself, but you k ow how it goes All logic and convincing I use with myself doesn’t calm the need for the warmth of her hugs. But yes that’s what mommys do.
 
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