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Navy Moms Gather in New York to Celebrate Navy's 233rd Birthday
Story Number: NNS081013-09
Release Date: 10/13/2008 6:03:00 PM
From Navy Office of Information, East Public Affairs
NEW YORK (NNS) -- The streets of Manhattan were bathed in Navy blue as Navy moms, dads and family members met in New York City to help the U.S. Navy celebrate 233 years of honorable service to America Oct. 13.
The group, who were first introduced through the social networking Web site NAVYForMoms.com, plan to march down Fifth Avenue in the annual Columbus Day Parade, along with a float entry. Some members will also attend a taping of Live with Regis and Kelly, The Late Show with David Letterman, and some will end their day by taking in a New York fan favorite – attending a New York Rangers hockey game at Madison Square Garden.
Launched on March 1, and recently welcoming its 5,000th member, NAVYForMoms.com, a member-driven Web site built specifically for folks who support Sailors or have children or friends considering joining the United States Navy, has evolved into an incredible community for moms, dads, family members and friends all over the country.
"We are thrilled to see so many Navy moms join us today to celebrate the Navy's 233rd birthday," said Rear Adm. Robin Braun, deputy commander, Navy Recruiting Command. "NAVYForMoms.com is and continues to be a strong online community for moms with questions and observations about the Navy. Today we see their passion and dedication first-hand, a true testament to the nurturing bonds they have created."
NAVYForMoms.com continues to grow quickly, averaging 159 new members each week. Members continue to share their lives with one another. More than 21,000 photos have been uploaded and thousands of discussion posts have been contributed to the site.
"NAVYForMoms.com has been a place I go daily to check in with my friends around the country who are dealing with the same things I am," said site mom Karen Gallagher from New Hampshire. "I'm a widow, so while three of my four kids are away in the Navy, it has been a blessing for me to be able to connect with other Navy moms – both online and in person. And for us to be able to honor their service here in New York today is just a great opportunity."
Story Number: NNS081013-09
Release Date: 10/13/2008 6:03:00 PM
From Navy Office of Information, East Public Affairs
NEW YORK (NNS) -- The streets of Manhattan were bathed in Navy blue as Navy moms, dads and family members met in New York City to help the U.S. Navy celebrate 233 years of honorable service to America Oct. 13.
The group, who were first introduced through the social networking Web site NAVYForMoms.com, plan to march down Fifth Avenue in the annual Columbus Day Parade, along with a float entry. Some members will also attend a taping of Live with Regis and Kelly, The Late Show with David Letterman, and some will end their day by taking in a New York fan favorite – attending a New York Rangers hockey game at Madison Square Garden.
Launched on March 1, and recently welcoming its 5,000th member, NAVYForMoms.com, a member-driven Web site built specifically for folks who support Sailors or have children or friends considering joining the United States Navy, has evolved into an incredible community for moms, dads, family members and friends all over the country.
"We are thrilled to see so many Navy moms join us today to celebrate the Navy's 233rd birthday," said Rear Adm. Robin Braun, deputy commander, Navy Recruiting Command. "NAVYForMoms.com is and continues to be a strong online community for moms with questions and observations about the Navy. Today we see their passion and dedication first-hand, a true testament to the nurturing bonds they have created."
NAVYForMoms.com continues to grow quickly, averaging 159 new members each week. Members continue to share their lives with one another. More than 21,000 photos have been uploaded and thousands of discussion posts have been contributed to the site.
"NAVYForMoms.com has been a place I go daily to check in with my friends around the country who are dealing with the same things I am," said site mom Karen Gallagher from New Hampshire. "I'm a widow, so while three of my four kids are away in the Navy, it has been a blessing for me to be able to connect with other Navy moms – both online and in person. And for us to be able to honor their service here in New York today is just a great opportunity."
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Permalink Reply by Sponge Dawn square Pants aka Sponge Mom on -
WOOHOOO Go navyformoms.com roo roo
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Permalink Reply by Mom Stew on -
Navy for Moms is absolutely amazingly awesome! I saw our ad on "Dancing With the Stars", Then the Kelly Rippa blurb, then briefly on the Today Show! It was great. I wore my "NavyforMoms.com; Addicted & Proud of It" shirt today to work. Thank you Paula Burns. My shirt is fabulous! My sailor called today from A School. He got our package today. It was a glorious day for a Friday! x0x0 mom stew
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Permalink Reply by Jeanny Garrett on -
This sounds like it was a great time...so glad I found this site!!! Way to go Navy Moms.
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Permalink Reply by Robin (Trae's Mom) on -
WOW...wish I could have been there for that!
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Permalink Reply by Angie F.- WA: HM mom on -
CC, you let me know when there's a big WEST Coast-San Diego or Seattle?- celebration we can take part in, now that the word has leaked out here (have you seen the growth in our Wa/Ore moms group lately?!?); Patty, Teresa and I will be there with Bells on...and Molly with her reader board! LOL :-)
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Permalink Reply by Navy for Moms Admin on -
For sure! I am unsure what states we will be heading to next year. We go where Navy wants us to go. Until then- You keep rocking mommas, I bet you all have been busy keeping up with the state membership burst on your end of things. :) CC
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