Good luck ‘26!

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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You’re all in my prayers, P2b parents and the remarkable P2bs.💗
 
Good luck to all! NAPSters and priors are lining up shortly probably. Priors who didn’t go to NAPS are really shaking their heads right now thinking ‘I am not in the fleet anymore.’ Others are catching flights and spending their last day as a civilian enjoying life. All are anxious, nervous, excited and scared. It’s okay to be. Every single person who receives an appt can make it. I did, so will you. Stay positive. Before you know it, you will be an OG. Take a few moments today and tomorrow to soak it all in. Good luck!
 
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@Rarely27, I introduced the idea of USNA to our son when he was just 9. When he earned his appointment and accepted I was overjoyed and had a heavy heart. What had I done??? Was this right? Would he be happier at a 'regular' college? We would see him more, he would have 'fun' and not get yelled at. He could sleep in, bring his laundry home, and I could cook for him. Wouldn't regular college be safer? And not come with a commitment?

All of that ran through my head. And then I saw how overjoyed he was. Then he had his own, holy smokes, this is a big deal and definitely 'N*ot College'. But, he is living his life and has had opportunities I can't even describe. And it isn't over yet. He has more opportunities in front of him than had he taken the other path. The road more traveled.

When he flew out alone for I Day, it began the separation in terms of visits. 168 days went by before he flew home and we got our hugs. We made it, you adapt. Now, for the second summer in a row, he has elected voluntary summer classes so, between those and 2 training blocks, he won't be home. It will be a year in-between visits home. And we are too far away to visit often. I am overjoyed to be flying out for the 2/C Parent Weekend, and to know that in August, he will stand with his classmates and sign their 2 for 7's.

I know tomorrow will be tough, and emotional for all of you. Just remember that your tears somehow morph into tears of pride and the sad part gets a little smaller and lessens over time. You raised someone who is willing to do hard things, to take the road less traveled, and to stand firmly (with wobbly knees) in T-Court and bellow, "I DO!". That is something to be immensely proud of. Soak it all in, you will all be in the hearts of those who have gone through it with their own kiddos.
 
THParent said:
NAPS people should be there tomorrow. One day and a wake up to I-Day!
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Actually you were 3 hours and 25 mins too late. They had to report in by 6 pm last night.

Today they are being used as practice dummies by the detailers who are themselves practicing and getting ready for tomorrow.

You can tell who they are because they are all wearing t shirts that say——NAPS :)
 
Rarely27 said:
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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It's not just mommys! At least in my world, the hugs are now occasional, but with that change, I get to marvel at what USNA produces. Raw talent is reformed and refined; potential turns to results.

Your DD is at the best place on the planet, with the best peers, teachers, staff and officers to excel. Enjoy the hugs, but also marvel at the beauty of the change of season for you both. (But I still miss the hugs!!!)
 
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