<p>My son received his official letter of appointment today, followed by a phone call of congratulations by our Congressman. A very proud moment indeed.</p>
<p>Needless to say, mom and I are a little freaked out by all of this. I'm glad I found this board, as it has answered a lot of questions, and both proved and allayed a lot of fears ;)</p>
<p>I'm sure there are a lot of other parents out there that are going through the same rollercoaster of emotions that we're facing - the next four years are going to be tough on everyone, that's for sure. I'm proud, frightened, sad, exhilarated, and every other emotion you can imagine. I know this is normal, and I have enjoyed reading the archives of previous plebes and their parents.</p>
<p>With that said, I'm looking forward to joining in the discussions over the next several days, months, and years...</p>
<p>Welcome aboard JRH & congrats to your son on his appointment.</p>
<p>You wrote that you have read the "archives" of these threads so you probably then have the links you need for more info at USMMA & the parent site.</p>
<p>Just a little note concerning your son's status...(this was one of those confusing issues for me)....right now your son is a "candidate" until Indoc, then he will be a "plebe candidate", upon acceptance in Sept. he will be a "plebe", and finally in the spring of 2007 he will be a 4th classmen. ... LOL, I remember the panic I experienced early on when I wasn't sure I had addressed the lettes that I mailed to him with the correct format!</p>
<p>Boy, you are way ahead of where I was this time last year...I did not find this forum until my son was well into Indoc.</p>
<p>Again Kudos & wwelcome to the KP family ... :)</p>
<p>JRH, I add a big CONGRATS & welcome to you as well! Its a good kind of "freaked out" in your household I'll bet! I hope you hang out in here with us cause even though some of us have a few years (and this first nine months) under our belts, its still a learning process. No question will be deemed too silly to ask here. Trust me! We'll get to underwear 101 next time. LOL Have you decided on any plans as to your travels for I-Day yet? The days drag on then BOOM, its upon you! Enjoy that kid while you can. Watch him eat & sleep & come & go. You'll treasure the memories come this time next year. Sending you a big box of spare nerves and the very best wishes!! CONGRATS!</p>
<p>Congrats to you both! I know what a long journey it has been. We heard from "our" Plebe-no-more this week. It was great to see him in all the Recog Day photos.</p>
<p>Welcome and congratulations to your candidate who is also a soon-to-be-plebe (actually just under a year).</p>
<p>We've gone through the emotional roller coaster that you're experiencing. I'm pleased to say that eventually they balance out in a nice way with pride right on top.</p>
<p>Congratulations! Enjoy this time. Jamzmom is spot on. Make travel plans and start looking into the Parent's Association in your area. They are a huge help. If you're on the East Coast and don't have EZPass -- get one, it makes the trip much less of a hassle.</p>
<p>wow...thanks to all for the responses. Everything has happened very suddenly, but you all have great suggestions. We live in the Denver, CO area - in the event there are folks near here ;)</p>
<p>As for I-Day, it will be Dad and Candidate. I've got a lot of miles to use for tickets, and a friend that supplies the ever popular "buddy pass", so I'm hopefully OK on that end. I'll try to be very brave, albeit with a trembling lip and tear filled eyes.....</p>
<p>We'll be seeing you at the All-Academy Ball in Denver this winter--my dd will be in Naval uniform. CO has a great USMMA Parents Club--we have a good friend there now.</p>
<p>Welcome Aboard! It is quite a journey for your "candidate" and for parents! How fortunate that you are from Colorado - they have the BEST parent's website! Make your reservations around Great Neck for September's Recognition/Parent's Weekend now! Read all the archives and join us here often! As parent of a 3rd classman (soph), we've been there and done must.</p>