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08-27-2013, 11:47 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2007
Location: Reading Mass/Newburyport/merrimack river
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Proud Daddy moment...
as many here know,my son is a US Navy seal.. that alone, to me is a lifes accomplishment.. last night as i prepared to untie from the dock , my phone rang... it was my son... his job keeps us appart and him away from his family.. his dedication to his job and our country cost him his marriage and a great deal of his youth.. he went into the Navy fresh out of high school..it's the only job he has ever known.. from the time he was a little boy all I ever heard from him is how he wanted to be a Navy seal.. I do not hear from him often... he asked me if I would be having any time off in the near future... I replied I still have 2 weeks of vation left... he then said... Dad.. is there any way to make it to Andrews A.F.Base next month.. I replied, yea I guess.. fearing something bad....Imagine my surprise when he said he'd like me there when he gets pinned for his promotion to chief...I was stunned.. I know how hard he has worked for this. and the many, many sacrafices he has made to get there.. I told him I'd be there even if I had to walk... as a father of a 3rd Generation soldier... I couldn't be prouder... my only regret is his Grandfather who was a korean war vet in the CB's is not alive to see what a fine young man he has become...so I have to be proud enough for both of us...
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A good run is better than a bad stand!
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08-27-2013, 11:55 AM
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Congratulations Joe, awesome.
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08-27-2013, 11:57 AM
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That is AWESOME Joe 
Congratulations to him and you
we want to see pictures
and ya, you absolutely have to go to that
I'm very happy for you |
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08-27-2013, 11:58 AM
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Awesome!!!
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08-27-2013, 12:00 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Slipknot
That is AWESOME Joe
Congratulations to him and you
we want to see pictures
and ya, you absolutely have to go to that
I'm very happy for you |
you bet..Ill take pictures.. |
A good run is better than a bad stand!
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08-27-2013, 12:12 PM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
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First off, a huge thank you to both your son, and his family (you). Without their sacrifice, supporting these operators just doesn't get done. Couldn't be happier to hear this Joe. I know it is a BIG pin for those in that small crew of elite warriors. It speaks volumes of a man within the Teams. I also know how the family can do nothing but pray, trust, and worry when you don't hear and don't know....but that not hearing means you do know...
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08-27-2013, 12:12 PM
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Location: Pembroke,MA
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Congrats! That's great!
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08-27-2013, 12:14 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: RockVegas
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Awesome Joe!!!!!!!!
My nephew is also a SEAL.
When you see him at Andrews, please thank him from us for his dedicated service.  |
The future ain't what it used to be. --Yogi Berra
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08-27-2013, 12:25 PM
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Join Date: May 2004
Location: South of Boston
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That's fantastic Joe. You must be beaming. I hope I am as successful raising my boys as you were with yours. Congratulations.
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The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope. ~John Buchan
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08-27-2013, 12:47 PM
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Land OF Forgotten Toys
Join Date: Sep 2009
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Wow that is awesome congrats to you and your son
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08-27-2013, 01:12 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nightfighter
First off, a huge thank you to both your son, and his family (you). Without their sacrifice, supporting these operators just doesn't get done. Couldn't be happier to hear this Joe. I know it is a BIG pin for those in that small crew of elite warriors. It speaks volumes of a man within the Teams. I also know how the family can do nothing but pray, trust, and worry when you don't hear and don't know....but that not hearing means you do know...
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Thanks everyone... I consider this group of fine human beings an extension of my family..there isnt a one of you I wouldn't do anything for...I'll post pictures in this thread when I go to the ceremony ..
Ross.. you hit it on the head... it's huge for him.. he told me 3 or 4 years ago it was a goal of his... when he asked me if I could make it to Andrews...my first thought in that instant was he was injured and I was going to have to bring him home to live with me for awhile when he got out of the hospital... the relief i felt was over whelming... to the point where I didn't even go fishing.. I was shaking uncontrolably... my neck and back muscles tightened into a knot... I've competed several Iron man competitions... my heart never beat that hard ... I called my wife.. told her the news and that I would be home in 30 minutes... |
A good run is better than a bad stand!
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08-27-2013, 01:14 PM
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President - S-B Chapter - Kelly Clarkson Fan Club
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That is freakin awesome! A big congarts to him and you and a big thank you for his service
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08-27-2013, 01:46 PM
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Location: Georgetown MA
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That's awesome Joe, Congrats to your son...that is a hell of an accomplishment....and as mentioned before, don't forget to thank him for us
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08-27-2013, 02:11 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Mansfield
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Congratulations to both of you and thank you very much!!
It must be amazing be the father to one of the best of the best this nation has! You and the Mrs are blessed
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08-27-2013, 02:59 PM
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Keep The Change
Join Date: Oct 2000
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Quote:
Originally Posted by nightfighter
First off, a huge thank you to both your son, and his family (you). Without their sacrifice, supporting these operators just doesn't get done. Couldn't be happier to hear this Joe. I know it is a BIG pin for those in that small crew of elite warriors. It speaks volumes of a man within the Teams. I also know how the family can do nothing but pray, trust, and worry when you don't hear and don't know....but that not hearing means you do know...
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Congratulations, no way I can add to what Ross said!! Thank him for his service. |
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08-27-2013, 03:03 PM
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Congrats,it is a great accomplishment.
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08-27-2013, 03:30 PM
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Uncle Remus
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Lakeville Ma.
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Congrats to your son Joe. You done well. Enjoy your trip and look forward to the pics.
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08-27-2013, 03:50 PM
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Retired Surfer
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Sunset Grill
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Double up on what Ross said, I don't know if a simple thank you for his service to his nation, and to you, suffices Joe, but thank you.
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08-27-2013, 04:38 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2002
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hail to the new Chief
thanks for sharing that....
you must be "beaming" with pride
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08-27-2013, 05:16 PM
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Congrats!!
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08-27-2013, 06:19 PM
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Congrats, that's a huge achievement.
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08-27-2013, 06:20 PM
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Old Guy
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Mansfield, MA
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Ready to Lead, Ready to Follow, Never Quit!
Only the few make it, awesome.
Enter quietly, leave even quieter, never leave a trace, we all come home
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08-27-2013, 07:36 PM
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Congrats to you and your family and thank you to all
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08-27-2013, 08:02 PM
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Congrats Joe!!!
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08-27-2013, 08:26 PM
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That is truly awesome Joe. One tough accomplishment in a small & tough community! Please shake his hand for all of us.
I'm not sure on his (or your stance) on Adult Beverages but I would not mind pitching in towards a few rounds on the wetting down party (or whatever the Chief's equivalent is called these days)
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08-27-2013, 08:28 PM
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A great accomplishment. You both deserve to be proud!
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08-27-2013, 08:28 PM
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Registered Grandpa
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My congratulations and respect to you both.
May the Good Lord bless you both.
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08-27-2013, 09:05 PM
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Location: Easton, MA
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Congrats to your son for his promotion and to you and you wife for raising such an accomplished young man.
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08-27-2013, 09:40 PM
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D'oh
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Quote:
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That is truly awesome Joe. One tough accomplishment in a small & tough community! Please shake his hand for all of us.
I'm not sure on his (or your stance) on Adult Beverages but I would not mind pitching in towards a few rounds on the wetting down party (or whatever the Chief's equivalent is called these days)
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I'd throw in!
How awesome. As a father of a young boy, I could only hope for something so great. Congrats to you both!!! |
i bent my wookie
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08-28-2013, 02:05 AM
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Everyone above summed it up! Pure Awesomeness!
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