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This journal catalogs my seven years along the Severn River watching our USNA daughters, ('19) and ('22), become imbued "with the highest ideals of duty, honor, and loyalty."Midshipmen accept their Naval Academy appointments, not with hesitation or coercion, but with purpose, to be better leaders and ready to fight when ill winds wish them harm. This book celebrates not only their achievements, but also highlights their resilience to overcome challenges inherent to life on the Yard. Doing hard things well is the unfettered fabric that weaves these kids together. The Brigade of Midshipmen said, "I DO!" on I-Day, knowing the risk and sacrifice required to become Navy and Marine Corps officers.Although the port from which midshipmen sail will forever welcome them home, they make a personal choice to moor their lives in Annapolis. They are our heroes and ones we will forever cherish.This book is an insightful compilation of Steve Wade's humorous insights and heart piercing stories told from a USNA parent's perspective. You will find inner truth in Steve's writing which will bring water balloon tears of hope and joy as you reflect on your own future Naval or Marine Corps officer.There is one prevailing theme in this compilation of journal entries I hope will create a wake of introspection for anyone who has ever loved a midshipman or strolled Stribling in summer whites. Our nation's finest young people, who have been invited to sit at the Naval Academy's grand table, are worthy. They possess the unique gifts needed to succeed, not only while along the Severn, but also long after they have received their commission.The skills they bring with them on I-Day, as wide as they are deep, will be opened wider and dredged deeper during their time under the watchful eye of "Mother B". Our Navy kids amaze us with their accomplishments, but we are rarely surprised with their success. These young people are our nation's future and for that, they deserve to be celebrated. "Chills, tears, and my heart swells with love and pride every time I read your words. Thank you for expressing what the rest of us feel." - Shannon Peitzman "My husband and I are both USNA grads and our son is a 2/C. Your writing genuinely touches our hearts and reminds us how special Annapolis is." - Raquel GladieuxAbout the Author: As a dad of two USNA daughters ('19 and '22), my heart has long held the ballast of unfettered pride all parents inherit on I-Day. Midshipmen are worthy of celebration, not only for who they are, but for the leaders they are being honed to be. It has been a pleasure writing this book. My hope is, it will bring encouragement and the same joy to all those who read it.

Join author Gregory Hoffman in this hilarious recounting of a chance encounter with Santa Claus at his place up north during a blinding snowstorm. Santa, having just returned home from his annual trip, is wiped-out and reeling. He seizes the opportunity to share his frustrations with his accidental visitor. While delivering presents to homes around the world, Santa is confronted by angry watch-dogs, shot at, beaten by non-believers, and pursued by a portly widow, among the many other stressful challenges! After waiting out the storm, and lending an ear to Santa's venting, Hoffman must be on his way. But upon his departure, Santa gives him a message to relay to people everywhere. Illustrated by Hoffman and written in the tradition of the classic The Night Before Christmas, Santa Needs a Vacation is an entertaining, colorful and heartfelt Christmas card to the holiday. Also included is a poem by Hoffman. Told from a grandfather's perspective, Christmas Memories is a warm and nostalgic look at the holidays past, with hope and best wishes for those of the future. NOTE: This is NOT a children's book, despite how Amazon persists in describing it!!Gregory Hoffman was raised on a farm in Maryland and currently resides in the mountains of West Virginia. The inspiration for Santa Needs a Vacation came from a funny Christmas song he wrote in 2004. He says, "It made me laugh."

Author APG (Anthony Paul Gipson) loves acronyms. His book Acronyms Galore: The ABCs - A History of Topics with Timely Information and Funny Stories considers many aspects of life, spanning sports to TV shows, modern culture to health. The subjects are varied and timely, and project hilarious moments. Stories include: Assets, WA (Wealth Accumulation)Sports, QFB (Questionable Fan Behavior)Housing, GBC (Ghost Buster Closet ) "Throughout this book, I discuss many acronyms regarding the area of health. Some include TBB (The Big B: Blessed), LTYB (Listening To Your Body),and TWC (The Wellness Community). When reading about these acronyms, a reader will learn more about the emotional, physical, and personal challenges I experienced regarding my health." The author states he has "used acronyms a great part of my life." He continues, "The purpose of this book is to have readers think, laugh, and take control of their lives." "I want anyone who has experienced a medical setback, like me, to feel reassured that no matter what the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, we must continue to have the hope, the strength, and the desire to continue to live and enjoy life. Do not let mental or, even more so, physical scars from a surgery and/or treatment continue to make you feel ashamed, alone, and unworthy to live your life. You must decide with whom you want to share your personal triumphs." (About the Author) Anthony Paul Gipson APG is a professional writer who grew up in Los Angeles and now resides in the Long Beach area. This is his first book. His next, TNN: The New Normal, focusses on lifestyle changes in health, finances and housing.