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Sailor Quote Sunday

"Individuals play the game, but teams beat the odds" US Navy Seals Continue

Added by Sues on September 6, 2009 at 5:00am — 2 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

Courage is endurance for one moment more… Unknown Marine Second Lieutenant in Vietnam Continue

Added by Sues on August 16, 2009 at 5:00am — 4 Comments

"Our spouses serve as we serve, every bit as much. They do not bear the arms, but their open arms provide strength and comfort. They do not set the ship's course, but their internal compass keeps the family ready and on track. They do not ford the stream or build the bridge, but the bridge they provide back to the home sustains and improves the morale and performance of entire units." (From the Military Spouse Appreciation Day message, 10 May 2007) Continue

Added by Sues on August 9, 2009 at 6:56am — 2 Comments

Remember When: Top 10 favorite things about "Paint the Plaza Blue" in NYC - in no particular order!

Back in the Good Ol' Days! *Having the opportunity to thank some veterans and active duty military who we met along our travels for their service to our country. They were so appreciative. * Being with Brenda when she got "the news". No Mom should be alone for that. *Meeting all the NavyforMoms.com Moms, beautiful Katie, CDR Pouncey, Rachel, Shannon & Elly in person. *Meeting PatPat in person. I even got to hold him. *Being on the Today Show even if it wasn't our full 15 minutes of fame… Continue

Added by Sues on July 30, 2009 at 4:00am — 48 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"No matter what happens, the U.S. Navy is not going to be caught napping". Frank Knox Continue

Added by Sues on July 26, 2009 at 5:00am — 4 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"Those who served, and those who continue to serve in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard took an oath to uphold and protect the Constitution against all enemies foreign and domestic, and we can never forget the importance of their commitment to our Nation". Robin Hayes Continue

Added by Sues on July 5, 2009 at 5:00am — 1 Comment

Sailor Quote Sunday

In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved. ~Franklin D. Roosevelt Continue

Added by Sues on July 5, 2009 at 5:00am — 1 Comment

Sailor Quote Sunday

"I enlisted when I was a boy. The Navy looked after me like my mother. It fed me, took care of me and gave me wonderful opportunities". - Tony Curtis Continue

Added by Sues on June 28, 2009 at 5:00am — No Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"When people feel trusted, they'll do almost anything under the sun not to disappoint the person who gave them the gift of trust." -- Rob LeBow Continue

Added by Sues on June 21, 2009 at 9:00am — 2 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

The whole inspiration of our life as a nation flows out from the waving folds of this banner. ~Author Unknown

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Added by Sues on June 14, 2009 at 5:00am — 2 Comments

Navy is Tops

Navy is recognized as a Top 50 Employer! Continue

Added by Sues on June 11, 2009 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

Sailor Quote Sunday

"One of the things that makes our military the best in the world is the certain knowledge of each soldier, sailor, airman, and Marine that they can always count on their comrades should they need help - that they will never be abandoned". Jon Kyl Continue

Added by Sues on June 7, 2009 at 5:00am — 4 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"The most advanced nations are always those who navigate the most". Ralph Waldo Emerson 1803-1882, American Poet, Essayist Continue

Added by Sues on May 31, 2009 at 5:00am — No Comments

Top Ten Moments from the Memorial Day BBQ at Midland Beach - in no particular order

On Memorial Day some of us from the NY and surrounding states got together to host a BBQ at Midland Beach in Staten Island for some of the sailors and marines in port for Fleet Week. Below are some of my favorite moments but if I listed all of my favorite moments, it would be pages and pages. If you attended, please feel free to add your own Top Ten. 1. All the Moms, Dads, family and friends who helped get this event together. 2. CNA, the USO, The Liberty Bell Singers, Rolling Thunder and ARMS… Continue

Added by Sues on May 27, 2009 at 5:30am — 45 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty. -John F. Kennedy Continue

Added by Sues on May 24, 2009 at 5:00am — 1 Comment

Fleet Week in NYC

It's Fleet Week in NYC. There's no better place to go if you want to see lots of sailors and ships. Some Moms from NY and surrounding states are getting together this Memorial Day and hosting a BBQ for 75 sailors and 25 Marines at Midland Beach on Staten Island. Some of us are meeting up tomorrow and others will be arriving on Monday. I can't wait to meet some of my new friends and of course, there will be some GOOD friends too. Yes, Miss Brenda Sue, herself is flying in from the big ol' state… Continue

Added by Sues on May 23, 2009 at 9:30pm — 3 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"There is something about going to sea. A little bit of discipline, self-discipline and humility are required".

Prince Andrew
British Prince

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Added by Sues on May 17, 2009 at 9:23am — 4 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"Hey, Mom - Happy Mother's Day" ~ My sailor to me on Mother's Day (so he's not famous but to me, he is a very important sailor) Continue

Added by Sues on May 10, 2009 at 11:00am — 6 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"There never is a convenient place to fight a war when the other man starts it". Admiral Arleigh Burke Continue

Added by Sues on May 3, 2009 at 5:00am — 2 Comments

Sailor Quote Sunday

"Grant me the courage not to give up, even though I think it is hopeless". - Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Continue

Added by Sues on April 26, 2009 at 5:00am — 2 Comments

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