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Dianne Culbertson
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  • Waterville, Maine
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My mom dosn't want me to leave

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Mikki's Marlin
She actually reeled this fish in herself and would not let me help until I gaffed it for her. I was afraid the protruding veins in her neck were going to rupture.
June 28
Dianne Culbertson replied to Kerry's discussion 'Been to Corry Station? Share Tips, Thoughts and Things to See and Do.' in the group Cryptology
Ditto on Hopjacks...and Seville! Also if you can get over to Mobile ( 40 minutes away) there is another great museum and a place called Ed's Seafood Shed, fun place! My daughter left Corry just this week and is on her way to her first duty station...
June 24
Dianne Culbertson commented on Dawn's group '"Maine"iac Sailor Moms'
So on the front of an advertisement I received in the mail Congresswoman Pingree says “ This economic crisis has hit us hard in Maine, that is why I’m working so hard to help turn it around. On the back of this elaborate, full color fold out it st...
June 24
Dianne Culbertson commented on Pat's group 'HAWAII'
Hey Cathy...not a dumb question at all...because they do not change in the Spring and Fall it does get confusing. I lived there for 9 years and there were times I got it wrong and called home at an inappropriate hour. I am sure I will get some of ...
June 24
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Dianne Culbertson commented on Dawn's group '"Maine"iac Sailor Moms'
Oh, no doubt! Thanks!
June 21
Dianne Culbertson replied to Pat's discussion 'WHAT IS OPSEC?' in the group HAWAII
Thanks for this Pat. It truly is amazing how much information can be gathered and pieced together. Just anohter reminder how careful we need to be with our kids' information!
June 21
Dianne Culbertson updated their profile
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About me:
I am a 50 year old mother of 3, the youngest of whom just enlisted in the US Navy. I am also a granmother of 4 beautiful girls who belong to my oldest 2 children.
I am here to support or represent my:
Son/Daughter
Stage of (Sailor’s) Navy Career?
Enlisted
When I heard “Navy,” I:
Was concerned or afraid
From my experience with the Navy, the most important thing I learned was:
It is crucial to stand beside my child as she makes this important decision.
Her PIR was last weekend. I have learned much in the past 8 weeks, and have been forever changed since last weekend. I am in awe of our Navy!
Through this Navy experience, I now believe:
It was positive and maturing. Our relationship has grown stronger.

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Pensacola Trip

Wow, what a time we had. My oldest daughter Jess, her 6-year-old twins and I drove Kim's car down to her in Pensacola. We stayed on NAS and it was really nice. The first morning we were there the Blue Angels flew over (not too much over!) the Inn just as the kids were playing in the sand. They were in awe and 1 of them has decided she is going to be a Blue Angels pilot when she grows up! Everything from that moment on was Blue Angels. Oh yeah, she has the T-shirt! We walked all over, went to the… Continue

Posted on March 24, 2009 at 8:51am — 1 Comment

Dianne Culbertson

PIR WOW

I can't help the tears from flowing every time I think of this past week-end when I went to Kim's PIR. I am so proud and so much in awe of our Navy. Boot Camp has changed her. I can't really put my finger on how exactly but WOW! She told me that when she puts on her uniform there is an unexplainable sense of pride and responsibilty. She carries herself with assurance now so much more so than before. She said to me " I have learned a lot about honor and commitment this past 8 weeks..." The Navy i… Continue

Posted on January 5, 2009 at 10:00am — 3 Comments

Dianne Culbertson

Finally a real letter!

I had a great day yesterday! I got a letter from Kim and then a phone call! I felt like it was my birthday. She seems to be doing OK but I guess she got "caught" looking at family photos when she was not supposed to be so they took them away and she had what she called " intensive training" Oh boy...
I got my tickets, room, car for PIR so I told her she cannot get washed back! LOL
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and is having a relaxing weekend!

Posted on November 29, 2008 at 8:21am — 4 Comments

Dianne Culbertson

Toys For Tots

From now until 12/20/08 Divella Delights will donate 10% of every sale
to Toys for Tots at http://www.toysfortots.org/
That means that for every gift you purchase here you will be getting 2 gifts and one will go to a child who has very little! What a great feeling it will be on Christmas day as we open our gifts to know that somewhere there is a child opening a gift who may not otherwise have one.
I have posted a lot lately about my fiber goods and have not talked about all the wonderful handmad… Continue

Posted on November 29, 2008 at 8:18am —

Dianne Culbertson

YIPPEE have address, will write!

I got the form letter and a small note from Kim on the bottom. I am sure all of you know what that looks like! Looks like I will be flying on New Year's Day, her PIR is 1/2/09. Now if you will excuse me, I have a letter to mail!

Posted on November 18, 2008 at 12:55pm — 3 Comments

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At 9:34pm on June 4, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
oh, I wanted to ask you if you had the website or phone number of the place you stayed at in P-cola. I know it was on base, but I think you stayed right near their barracks....different than where we stayed. thanks!!
At 9:33pm on June 4, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
Congrats to Mikki tomorrow!!! Enjoy her while she's home, I know you will! lol Laurens still on hold waiting to start her ATT school. I think I told you she finished Aircrew school. Still so much training to do. blech. lol BUT, the delays mean she'll probably still be in P-cola during Christmas time, which means she should get to come home for a couple of weeks. yay! I'm going back up to p-cola for her 21st birthday July 24th. Cant wait to see her!

Keep me updated on where Mikki goes!!! Tell her I said Hi and I love her tattoo!!
At 3:10am on May 23, 2009, sheri murphy said…
hi dianne
thank you for the welcome my sailor is pensacloa fl doing training he is my first born and is 19yrs old I just joind this site a few days ago so i'm very new to this. I was just wondering where and when you all meet? i'm in california in ventura county and would love to meet the mom of this group. my sailor graduateed boot camp in March 09,
At 12:47am on April 20, 2009, Lisa said…
Dianne,
Email me at mollyzmom@cox.net. have some info I would rather share privately. Thanks,
Lisa
At 5:09pm on April 18, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
thanks for the photo comment! =) we had professional pics done of Lauren and the family when she was home. I'm soooo happy with them. That pic actually made the front page of N4M's featured photos. lol
At 10:14pm on April 12, 2009, Colleen said…
Thank you Dianne. That makes it easy! He is getting very bored waiting to class up. I think he is VERY excited for us to come and visit!
At 11:12am on April 8, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
i meant how mikki! lol
At 11:09am on April 8, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
All is right in the western world.......my sailor is home on leave right now!! Woo hoo!! We've had a blast so far, nonstop party and seeing people. She leaves to go back to p-cola sunday morning. Thats gonna be sad. lol She classed up and was to start Aircrew the day before she left on leave, so they pushed her back and she'll start when she gets back up there. Finally!

Hows nikki?? The weather is getting really nice up in p-cola right about this time of year. The beaches will be packed every weekend. I'm planning a trip up there over 4th of july I think since I have the friday before the 4th off.
At 2:04pm on March 24, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
yeah, leave is thrilling! its changed to April 3 - 12th. Even better! When she's done she should class up and start Aircrew school.

And we were up there the same weekend as you, but we left on that sunday you arrived. the lodge is very nice. Lauren texted me this morning that the blue angels were flying formations over their PT and when they were running on the beach. They really have inspired her again. lol We think she's gonna get AT "A" school after aircrew school, so that leaves the door open....4 years from now she can put in paperwork to possibly do some time with the Angels crew. That is her dream. =)

I'm glad you had such a nice visit. You need some sunshine in the middle of winter! lol The base is really nice dont you think?? Almost like a college campus....or at least thats how a lot of the college campuses look down here.

keep me informed!! and we will meet someday. im sure.
At 10:20pm on March 19, 2009, Paula {Laurens Mom} said…
Hey Dianne, whats going on momma?? Hows Mikki?? How was your visit? Stay in touch when you can.

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