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By:	patisme252
Mood:	optimistic
Date:	02/16/2009 08:41:46
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Alright, I'm not completely sure why I am typing this to begin with. Let me give you a little back ground of myself. I'm a Navy brat and proud of it. My dad retired as a Senior Chief after 21 years in, therefor I was born in Idaho, moved to New York, down to Virginia where I grew up, And 5 or so years ago we moved back up here to New York. Which yes I understand I had it easy compared to some kids who have had to move to europe and places along those lines.

I've always had a tenacious mentality and I loved to get in fights when I was younger. I love to workout and I live to hit my punching bag. I've learned over the past 4 years of high school that it isn't right to fight. So I began to put my efforts into something else..wrestling. I loved the sport and I loved the challenge that came with it. My coach ran our practices like college practices and he repeatedly told us that we train harder than anyone in the section. I loved hearing this. I would go out for runs and bike rides and I put alot of extra hours in the gym but I really wasn't a good wrestler. It just wasn't my niche? But the brotherhood was great. The feeling of superiority over the rest of the students walking through the hallway wearing a "Win Ugly" T-shirt.

So sometime when I was in my sophmore year I was messing around on the internet looking up workouts and stuff like that for the following couple weeks. I came across a blog that was a Navy SEAL workout. It ended up being part of the stew smith workout and I went into the gym the following day and began the workout. 4 weeks later I felt significantly stronger. So I began looking into the Navy SEALS. I'm more passive, and like to read more than write on the forums. I've read The Lone Survivor and cried. I never cry, but I felt for Marcus. I read that book over a period of 3 days, I couldnt put it down.

But recently I've been getting frustrated, which really isn't hurting me too much because I workout harder out of complete anger. My father won't sign my contract, he's been dragging it on and on. I'm 17 so you know the drill. I've wanted this for 3 years. I've been attending DEP meetings and have been talking to a recruiter for about a year and a half! But he keeps insisting that I'm going to change my mind. I understand that he is afraid of me going into combat etc but I'm getting so irritated. I'm worried about not getting a chance to go to BUD/S for another 3 years or some crazy time like that. The time it's going to take to process is really getting to me. I can't stand being in this town, yet because of how long my dad is waiting I wont be able to get outta here for another year or so? Apparently I impressed my recruiters enough to introduce me to the recruiter in charge of the state. Why can't he see this is what I want? It's just so frustrating.

But I'll never give in. I'll wait forever to get my chance. I'll train everyday until then too.

Well sorry for my long and unnecessary post.

I just needed to vent a little.

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From: frogman80
02/17/2009 18:23:09 Dear Frustrated, I assume that when you are referring to “HIM”, you are referring to your dad. The fact remains that inorder for you to get a Navy contract you have to have your parent’s permission in writing. I can’t change the requirement for your parents to be involved in this process. But if it is any relief to you, let me tell you a few things about what happened to me. I was a pretty good student in High School. I was also a Page in the Virginia House of Delegates during my 9^th and 10^th grades. I was a manager on the football team, but I didn’t play any sports in High School. I was greatly involved in a Scuba Diving Club outside the school and nearly every weekend, I was out exploring the adventures of underwater. So, in other words, I was busy. My dad was not happy when I announced in Feb 1973 that I wanted to sign up for the Navy under the delayed entry program, let alone any military program. He wanted me to go to college. I knew in my heart that college was not for me at that time and I had to explore what my uncle had told me about Navy Frogmen. My dad was a Army National Guard Warrant Officer, and he did not know anything about UDT/SEALs. But when one of his co-workers told my dad what was involved let alone the difficulty making it through the training program, my dad had a change of heart. I believe at that moment, he realized just how much I was going to be tested to be a man and that he could see the motivation in me to accomplish this goal. My dad believed in me. So, after I signed the contract for the delayed entry program, my dad was proud to introduce to his friends his son who was going into the Navy to take the Challenge. My dad was very proud of the fact that I was willing to take on what seemed to be an insurmountable goal. In Jan 1975, both my parents drove across the country to attend my BUD/s graduation and every day since, my dad has worn something that represents his pride my accomplishment. That day I graduated and every day since including all of the promotions I achieved, my father has proudly displayed his affection for my accomplishment. Regardless why your dad doesn’t want to sign the paperwork for permit the process for you to DEP, the fact remains, or at least appears, that you are determined to join the Navy to take the Challenge. Even if you have to after you turn 18. I can’t change his mind, but I can tell you the ONE single promise I made to my Dad before he agreed to sign my entry paperwork. I promised to do only 4 years and then use the GI Bill for college. If you read my bio, you will realize that I kept my word. Despite the effort my CO attempted to persuade me to stay in the SEAL Team. A promise is a promise in my book, and a man’s word is his honor. However, in your dad’s defense I must add a few comments regarding my renewed opinion about joining the Navy right out of High School. I am against it. Now, don’t go and say that I am a hypocrite! I say this because it is a FACT that most that do complete the BUD/s Training program have, are you ready for this…… at least two (2) YEARS OF COLLEGE!.. Yes you read and heard me correctly. Why you ask? Well I did address this issue in an earlier Blog, but in College you learn self-motivation, determination, goal setting, responsibility and accountability. Sorry to burst your bubble, but that is the Truth! And if you want more, in college you can spend more time building your physical strength. Your mental strength is critically tested in a College setting as well. Now, my dad knew that I was going to join the Navy regardless whether he signed the document or not. The only question was when I was going to go into the Navy. So perhaps your dad will read this response. Don’t be surprised if he says to you. “SEE, that Commander is telling YOU to go to College”. As a SEAL mentor I am obligated to not only help mentor you but I am sworn to ensure you have the best chance of succeeding. And having come College under your belt really isn’t so bad. Trust me when I tell you the number ONE reason most quit BUD/s. Lack of maturity! You heard right. So guess what college helps you gain… yes you are right again. … Maturity! If you were handed a silver spoon all during grade school and High, you won’t survive in College spoon fed. You have to grown up and realize the seriousness of this education, besides College isn’t free. But the fact remains that the investment in at least 2-years of College will best prepare you for not only life, but it will add to the probability of your success to be a SEAL. Well that is my input to your frustration. I am not saying that if you follow the path I did that you will be a SEAL; I am telling you that SEALs don’t take chances. Why take a chance when you can help ensure your success in what is the toughest training in the world! HooYah!

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