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LynnDear

NFM's in NYC, by LynnDear

TOP, Brenda,Molly,Kimberly,SueS looking for comfortible shoes after walking miles.

Bottom, SueS,Kimberly(eyes closed) Diane,Molly and Grand Central Station


I had an incredible adventure with the most diverse, talented, friendly, kind, generous, dedicated women while I was in NYC. Nothing like this has ever happened to me in my life. Ever had a day where you just pinch yourself and said, "is this really happening?" I read comments regarding whether this was a successful adventure or not. Although more air time would have been nice, the people at NBC were very nice to us. Meredith said that her father was a NAVY man, and one of the first flight surgeons. We were advertising from the moment we got off the plane, or train. We had Navy veterans stop and talk to us. We had actually moms, both tourist and locals, who told us that they had recruits at Great Lakes or on ships. We are all role models for caring for our children, and our country. Molly said that she feels she has 3600 children. We celebrate successes, we share sorrow, we educate and learn. We have great days, and not so great days, sometimes for no reason that we can identify, but someone will understand and relate. We have different coping skills or none. But we have our sailors and recruits in common. And that will always make us a part of this Navy family.

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Rose R Comment by Rose R on August 3, 2008 at 6:09pm
Congratulations ladies. I am glad you enjoyed your stay in NY. Lynn, who knew that dream was going to come true.LOL Where is Lynn here?
Joyce Tucson Mom Comment by Joyce Tucson Mom on August 3, 2008 at 6:19pm
LOL . . . so did everyone end up with comfortable shoes? That's why I wear Crocs:)! And Kimberly does seem to have a habit of closing her eyes right as the picture is being taken, but I love her anyway:)! Thanks for sharing LynnDear:)!
diane {Shawns mom} Comment by diane {Shawns mom} on August 3, 2008 at 6:22pm
oh my sweet lynn DEAR...and you are dear and near to my heart.
you are awesome...beautiful...intelligent...lady...This is an experience that you could never put into words..I love all Navy Moms....
Steve's Mom Comment by Steve's Mom on August 3, 2008 at 6:24pm
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Sues Comment by Sues on August 3, 2008 at 6:54pm
LynnDear: It was wonderful sharing this experience with you and the others. I agree it was "pinch me, is this real" moment. While we didn't get much air time, I think the attention we got while walking around Manhattan supplemented the event. We sure did talk to a lot of people. Moms, Dads, Sailors, Army, Navy, etc..... It was definitely a worthy cause and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to share with all you fabulous people.
Marianne T Comment by Marianne T on August 3, 2008 at 7:27pm
LynnDear, What a great comment!!!!!!!! You brought tears to my eyes! Where is Molly when I need her???? You guys are all very special ladies and Lynn is right we were blessed to be brought together! Thanks again to all!
Kim Comment by Kim on August 3, 2008 at 8:41pm
Glad u guys had a great time. New York is an awesome place. I went 3 yrs. ago on a band trip with over 400 kids. I think u guys probably had a better time. lol!!!!
LynnDear Comment by LynnDear on August 3, 2008 at 8:51pm
Kim, I can't imagine keeping track of that many kids especially at Time Square. We just looked for baby blue shirts, and hats on Thursday. Friday was more difficult in real clothes.
Jackie Comment by Jackie on August 3, 2008 at 10:13pm
So glad that you had such a great time. We missed you all. All the pictures have been great to look at. Thank you for sharing with us.I feel the same way about all the moms that I have met both personally and on the site. They are the best people I have ever met.
LynnDear Comment by LynnDear on August 3, 2008 at 10:41pm

Brenda took about 500 pictures, but she won't come back until late tonight. I know she will pick the best of the best.(make me tall and thin). Usually when you go to New York City, you avoid eye contact, don't answer questions, don't talk to strangers, don't look up, and walk quickly. We broke all of those rules, especially our brave Molly. She has never met a stranger. "Inquiring minds need to know". This is a picture of Molly in front of the New York Stock Exchange."I don't see why I can't go in there".

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