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 Gladieux
About 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.