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Yes- that's our younger son who is nearly 18 and about to graduate high school. He isn't sure what he wants to do next- wasn't it sneaky of me to insist he come with us? He likes to travel- he only needed an invitation. Thanks for the insoles tip!

We are very proud, and thrilled that he's so excited about his career. He's been telling us all about what happened in basic and what happens next in A school. He hasn't talked to us this much in years!

You have very keen eyes. Yes, he did great in basic. He was trying for an award, which he didn't get, but we're proud of him for how hard he worked anyway.

Update on our son- he graduated from basic! He got his choice of rate- ETN and is excited about heading to Charleston after his medical hold is cleared. (I suspect its nothing serious, the Navy is just being careful because they're about to invest SO much money in his training) I gave him my...

Update- thanks to all who responded. We got a call from our son on Christmas day- he sounded a bit down, but not despondent. He called again on Saturday and sounded much more optimistic. He said they are about to start on the fun parts- putting out fires and the like. He is looking...

Thanks. He's an intelligent young man and we think he'll be an asset to the Navy. We're really proud of him. I'll tell him, (I'm already working on a letter) and we appreciate the prayers!

Thanks- I will look up those books. I am just a worried mom. It was easier to send him off to college where i knew he'd be happy than to send him to boot camp where I'm pretty sure he's not. I know this will be good for him, but... I'm a retired CFP, so we talked about investing his bonus...

Thanks, y'all. I'm feeling much better today. I appreciate all the helpful and encouraging responses!

Is that what you did? We were told that there is a really high failure rate, and it's supposed to be stressful, both in the training and the job itself. He heard about all the job offers when he gets out, and also the bonus and decided that's what he wants to do. He wants to be on a carrier...

We will definitely attend graduation. He was cautioned about the Nuclear program, but that's what he decided on. He'll be going to Charleston after basic.

We are excited for him and think that the military is going to be good for him, but... I'm still a mom- would love to hear any advice you are willing to share. We're not a military family and don't know what to expect- though we have been told not to send anything but letters till after...

I bought a Revlon brush. It has joined the junkyard of hair appliances i thought I'd use but don't. Honestly, mine sounds like a hive of bees when I turn it on, and I can't stand the sound long enough to use it.

I'm a retired financial advisor. I try to keep my mouth shut unless anyone asks me a direct question. Family members are the worst clients. I do give out investment books for graduations, etc. And My son did get some unsolicited advice re what to do with his signing bonus for the Navy. I...

This year I have really worked on my fitness and it's paying off. Every time I run into someone I haven't seen in awhile, they comment that I look very "fit". I can do 20 pushups at 52. It's still not as impressive to me as my dad, who can do 16 at 81 years old!

Hi, all! Haven't been here much lately. I've decided to do an a fall trip each year when my husband does his annual fall fishing in Louisiana. Our youngest child will be in college this year, so this year I'll be spending 3 weeks in Peru doing a language course and then hike the Inca trail...

I was a financial advisor before I retired and saw several men remarry quickly after a spouse's death. I never saw a woman do that. I'm 8 years younger than my husband and in much better physical shape. I'm very likely to outlive him and don't see myself marrying again. Could be just the...

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Glad you're enjoying yourselves! If you CARE about forgetting the day of the week (I did it too at first) having a set activity one day of the week fixed it for me. I volunteer on Tues so I have to plan around that, and it helps me remember.

Re: people exercising because they're healthy enough to do it- I think that is sometimes true, but sometimes they just don't want to. My husband was disinclined to exercise (and never has in our 22 year marriage) until I dragged him out to play pickleball with me several times. Now he's...

I recently went to two funerals. One was a neighbor who took very poor care of herself. She smoked and didn't exercise and her diet was terrible. She was 72. The other was a very active 82 year old. He died suddenly after spending the day with friends sailing. The neighbor had a...

I walked the French route from St Jean Pied-de-Port. Next time I think I'll walk the Portuguese route, but I'm not sure yet.

Thanks all. Good to be back. I forgot how much fun this group is!

I'm itching to travel more, but we still have a 17 year old at home.

The Camino was THE MOST amazing experience. In fact I think I might have to do it again. Maybe a different route.

I used to have wine after work. It was part of "relaxing " in the evening- like kicking off uncomfortable high heels. Lately alcohol interferes with my sleep. If I have to choose between a glass of wine and sleeping well, I choose sleeping well every time. I have an occasional drink, but...