I’m a LT in the Navy trying not to mess my kids up too much.Military DadTumblr (3.0; @militarydadblog)http://militarydadblog.com/75%I&#8217;m starting to figure out why I&#8217;ve been having a difficult time while I&#8217;ve been...http://militarydadblog.com/post/50453341379http://militarydadblog.com/post/50453341379Tue, 14 May 2013 16:19:22 -0700militarymilitary familyMilitary Spouse Appreciation DayToday is Military Spouse Appreciation Day. It&#8217;s a day to celebrate the awesomeness of the...http://militarydadblog.com/post/50093021790http://militarydadblog.com/post/50093021790Fri, 10 May 2013 08:34:35 -0700militaryMilitary Dependentsmilitary spousemilitary spouse appreciation dayThank Youawesomenessnavyhistory: On 10 May 1775 a force commanded by Ethan Allan...<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/ca74878a28b867dc805d737ef131e239/tumblr_mml28fksaW1r9eq2so1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><a class="tumblr_blog" href="http://navyhistory.tumblr.com/post/50091479579/on-10-may-1775-a-force-commanded-by-ethan-allan" target="_blank">navyhistory</a>:</p> <blockquote> <p>On 10 May 1775 a force commanded by Ethan Allan and Benedict Arnold crossed Lake Champlain and captured the British fort at Ticonderoga, New York. Five U.S. Navy warships have since been named in honor of this victory, including the most recent, the Aegis guided missile cruiser USS <em>Ticonderoga</em> (CG 47). This low angle starboard bow view of <em>Ticonderoga</em> was taken while she was underway during sea trials. US Navy photo DN-SC-84-00165.</p> </blockquote> <p>I love me some Navy history…</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/50091703948http://militarydadblog.com/post/50091703948Fri, 10 May 2013 08:06:17 -0700I came across this on the Air Force Humor Facebook Page, and I...<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/2d2b236b079e4c62b9500cc63a414e3d/tumblr_mmjpvp36aP1r5ss7ho1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>I came across this on the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USAFmemes" target="_blank">Air Force Humor Facebook Page</a>, and I felt like I had to share it since it pokes a little fun at my chosen profession.</p> <p>Not being in the Air Force, I had to look up what “CSM” meant, but a quick google search reveals it probably means “Command Sergeant Major.”</p> <p>Enjoy!</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/50028638380http://militarydadblog.com/post/50028638380Thu, 09 May 2013 12:23:49 -0700military officersair forcenavyarmyMarinesmilitaryhumorUninspiredAs I look back over this site, I realized that I it&#8217;s been over a month since I&#8217;ve...http://militarydadblog.com/post/49891572254http://militarydadblog.com/post/49891572254Tue, 07 May 2013 16:54:04 -0700The family flies in to visit me today! We’re ready…<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/c82899c58bb922f70993389c56e037e6/tumblr_mksvwgCuj41r5ss7ho1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>The family flies in to visit me today!</p> <p>We’re ready…</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/47217257134http://militarydadblog.com/post/47217257134Fri, 05 Apr 2013 14:04:10 -0700Signs that I've Been Away from the Family for too LongI just had a sleeve of Ritz crackers for dinner.http://militarydadblog.com/post/46112980447http://militarydadblog.com/post/46112980447Sat, 23 Mar 2013 16:36:39 -0700I'm Not ScaredMost people protect their NCAA brackets like they&#8217;re gold. This probably has a little bit to...http://militarydadblog.com/post/45877745101http://militarydadblog.com/post/45877745101Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:57:34 -0700basketballSportscollege basketballkansas jayhawksRock ChalkAdventures in Geo-BachingIn the military, when you live away from your family for a significant amount of time, they call you...http://militarydadblog.com/post/45798991917http://militarydadblog.com/post/45798991917Tue, 19 Mar 2013 18:00:46 -0700Good morning.<iframe width="400" height="300" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/ud-at_mpGSU?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Good morning.</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/45748542008http://militarydadblog.com/post/45748542008Tue, 19 Mar 2013 04:03:35 -0700videonavyshipsI was just browsing the "rock chalk" tag here on Tumblr and came across your Non-Sports Fan Guide to the NCAA tournament. Basically it's my favorite post ever at the moment and I'll be sharing it with everyone...ever. You're most definitely leading the stray people the way they should be going. Keep up the good work. ROCK CHALK! :)Thank you very much. Rock Chalk Jayhawk! Seriously, though. If you have absolutely no vested...http://militarydadblog.com/post/45555187362http://militarydadblog.com/post/45555187362Sat, 16 Mar 2013 20:34:08 -0700Tough Days, but an Awesome FamilyTough Days, but an Awesome Family: If you have the opportunity, please check out this post from my...http://militarydadblog.com/post/45306203819http://militarydadblog.com/post/45306203819Wed, 13 Mar 2013 17:25:20 -0700The Non-Sports Fan Guide to the NCAA Basketball TournamentSports have always been a huge part of my life. It&#8217;s the way I grew up. I&#8217;m a sports fan...http://militarydadblog.com/post/45292148684http://militarydadblog.com/post/45292148684Wed, 13 Mar 2013 14:29:00 -0700kansas jayhawksbasketballSportsawesomenessrock chalkAs the times move along, the ships have to get smarter....<iframe width="400" height="225" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/cn0cL3PY7eU?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>As the times move along, the ships have to get smarter. Introducing the Littoral Combat Ship.</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/45261866360http://militarydadblog.com/post/45261866360Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:22:22 -0700Here’s a little flashback. This is the ship that my father...<img src="http://25.media.tumblr.com/1fd8305acdf515388fa7bc99d190ccac/tumblr_mjk0gc37yi1r5ss7ho1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>Here’s a little flashback. This is the ship that my father served on during his 3 years in the Navy. It’s the USS King (DLG 10).</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/45192237676http://militarydadblog.com/post/45192237676Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:30:10 -0700Here’s a quick video of the USS FREEDOM (LCS 1) firing her...<iframe width="400" height="299" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/H3bR3zNJ03o?wmode=transparent&autohide=1&egm=0&hd=1&iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&showinfo=0&showsearch=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br/><br/><p>Here’s a quick video of the USS FREEDOM (LCS 1) firing her MK-110 57 mm gun.</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/45050131394http://militarydadblog.com/post/45050131394Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:20:40 -0700gunsnavyshipsLCSThe First of ManySo far, I&#8217;ve been able to hold it together (for the most part) while I&#8217;ve been away from...http://militarydadblog.com/post/44678212643http://militarydadblog.com/post/44678212643Tue, 05 Mar 2013 18:57:32 -0800A Bookmark RetortYesterday, my wife wrote a post about bookmarks and other devices used to keep your place in a book....http://militarydadblog.com/post/44322002567http://militarydadblog.com/post/44322002567Fri, 01 Mar 2013 14:46:11 -0800CinC HOUSEbooksreadingTo Stache or Not To Stache...Here's a rough paraphrase of a conversation my wife and I had on Monday night. Me: Hey, you...http://militarydadblog.com/post/44315913775http://militarydadblog.com/post/44315913775Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:25:00 -0800My wife always sends me the best stuff. Winter is coming…<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/9386387d0c70ee4c428419f69b0ecb7a/tumblr_miydxj9Snk1r5ss7ho1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>My wife always sends me the best stuff. Winter is coming…</p>http://militarydadblog.com/post/44248959280http://militarydadblog.com/post/44248959280Thu, 28 Feb 2013 15:14:38 -0800