Skykat108 0 #1 March 2, 2006 My little brother for the last two years has been trying to get into the naval academy. He did everything he had to do, went to the summer camp, got a nomination from a congresswoman. everything. Then he got a letter that said his SATs scores weren't high enough. Then my mama made a call to the congresswoman that nominated him, and tonight we got a call. HE'S BEEN ACCEPTED!!! Hoozah! I don't think I've ever been so proud and happy at the same time! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #2 March 2, 2006 congrats to him and good luck, it's not going to be easy, but when he gets done it will be a great acompliment!! ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #3 March 2, 2006 Not to try to be offensive, but I guess It's who you know and not if you qualify. I wish I could just call a congress person and get what I wanted in a career weather I made score or not. But hey every bit helps. Good luck! the toughest chellenges to over coe are the most rewarding. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaM 0 #4 March 2, 2006 QuoteNot to try to be offensive, but I guess It's who you know and not if you qualify. I wish I could just call a congress person and get what I wanted in a career weather I made score or not. ooft ~ Lisa ~ Do you Rigminder? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #5 March 2, 2006 QuoteNot to try to be offensive, but I guess It's who you know and not if you qualify well, that's debatable.... as for a sat score... it's more about the wholeperson than being able to find what 4 words go together the same way.... or what 2x+3y+(2398+2x)=4 ______________________________________ "i have no reader's digest version" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skykat108 0 #6 March 2, 2006 The first time my family met Levin was when my brother went to the interview, and she was really impressed by my brother. He is in crosscountry, jazz band, marching band, a state qualified swimmer. He's in National Honor Society and Civial Air Patrol. He worked his butt off to get in. When he didn't get in because his math score was 20 points lower than what they like, they sent him to a prep school instead of accepting him head on. My mom called Levin's to let them know what happened, and if they could offer any suggestions on what my bro could do for when he reapplied next year. It wasn't cause we "knew" the congresswoman or anything like that. My brother did earn this, he worked his BUTT off for it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #7 March 2, 2006 Please don't concentrate on one single sentance I typed. I did also give congrats. and I also said I wish I could take advantage of a phone call to a congressperson as well. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #8 March 2, 2006 QuoteI wish I could just call a congress person and get what I wanted in a career weather I made score or not. You can, your congress person is there to serve you... I don't see that this is a case of special treatment test scores don't mean everything, some people (like me) don't take tests well... does that mean I don't deserve to be at a good school. I never would have made it into the Air Force Academy when I was coming out of highschool... but there's certainly a possibility that I can teach there now (or in the future...) Congradulations to you're brother... it is bound to be hard work but I'm sure he's up for it. ScottLivin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hambone 0 #9 March 2, 2006 CONGRATS one of my next door neighbors went the to academy. She didn't so much enjoy it at first but now she loves it and flys helicopters, i have been trying to get her to take me for a "ride" but she is not so much into it.Yeah...You need to grow up. -Skymama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #10 March 2, 2006 ok- please read everything before responding. Just above your response was more to read. my post wasn't about calling someone to get a favor. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #11 March 2, 2006 Quoteok- please read everything before responding. Just above your response was more to read. my post was about calling someone to get a favor. I had at the time I posted it... I have since read your clarification and I'm sorry... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #12 March 2, 2006 Thanks, I did want anyone to get the wrong idea. Maybe i could just not post to such things in the future. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #13 March 2, 2006 QuoteThanks, I did want anyone to get the wrong idea. You *DID* sorry I couldn't resist... Its cool... Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 219 #14 March 2, 2006 QuoteQuoteNot to try to be offensive, but I guess It's who you know and not if you qualify well, that's debatable.... as for a sat score... it's more about the wholeperson than being able to find what 4 words go together the same way.... or what 2x+3y+(2398+2x)=4 Dude - That's it - the answer is 42!I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #15 March 2, 2006 Yeah typos suck. ok I didn't want anyone to ge the wrong idea. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skykat108 0 #16 March 2, 2006 heheh yeah it's cool dude. I reread the post. it's my little brother we're talking about here.. big sister instincts kick in. Hit first ask questions later ^_^ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #17 March 2, 2006 No worries, was just trying to explain further before too many people started flaming for the wrong thing. Yeah everyhting is cool. Wish I could hit first ask questions later. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #18 March 2, 2006 CONGRATS!!!! ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #19 March 2, 2006 Congrats to little brother...tell him not to drop the soap. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
