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Photo by Alan Boedeker Trainee Lori Huayacla, 322nd Training Squadron, Flight 224, hugs her son, Airman Basic Justus Sanchez, following his graduation from basic training 31DAYS UNTIL THE Jan. 27. Senior leaders from the 37th Training Wing allowed Huayacla to attend the Airman Coin and Retreat ceremony and graduation parade. She is JBSA-LACKLAND now in her third week of basic training. INSPECTION

Mother, son cross paths at BMT graduation, coin cerermony , P10-11 COUNTDOWN INSIDE | Commentary 2 News 3 BMT Honors 6 Community briefs 13 What’s Happening 14 Sports 15-16 PAGE 2 commentar y TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012

African American Heritage Month Joint Base San Antonio Lackland Editorial Staff

BRIG. GEN. THERESA C. CARTER, Proﬁ les in aviation history COMMANDER FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) – After more than OSCAR BALLADARES, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS a decade into the 21st century, our Air Force today is JOE BELA, CHIEF, made up of a mix of ethnic INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS backgrounds – people who 671-4111 work together for common goals and missions. MANAGING EDITOR, VACANT

But throughout our his- MIKE JOSEPH, tory, even throughout much of SENIOR WRITER, 671-4357 the 20th century, that hasn’t always been the case. JOSE GARZA, The beginning of February SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, kicks off African American 671-0478

History Month, and to honor PATRICK DESMOND, that heritage, we will profi le a DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-5049 different man or woman each day; a different person in Offi ce: aviation or Air Force history 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 who helped pave the way for Lackland AFB, Texas the Air Force we have today. 78236-5103 (210) 671-1786; We’ll begin the series with (fax) 671-2022 Bessie Coleman, a young Email: [email protected] woman at the beginning of Commander’s Action Line: [email protected]. the 20th century who was Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) forced to leave her country to For advertising information: fulfi ll her aviation dreams. Prime Time Military Newspapers Ave E at Third Street We’ll then showcase men San Antonio, Texas 78205 like Eugene Bullard and Wil- (210) 250-2519 liam Powell who also strug- (fax) 250-2570 gled against extreme preju- African Americans were just There’s even a TV and you, others may be familiar dice and segregation to fulfi ll as important in the fi ght as movie personality who tran- favorites, some you may even This newspaper is published by their dreams. their white counterparts. scended her role as a fi ctional know personally, but all were Prime Time Military Newspapers, a Then there are the Tuskeg- We’ll profi le some of the pioneer in space to make and are important role mod- private fi rm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive writ- ee Airmen, men like Benja- important men and women great strides in recruiting els and trailblazers not only ten contract with Lackland AFB, Texas. min O. 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Force photos. email address, you will re- Surgical Center, call the Anonymous inquiries will Deadline for submissions is noon Thursday the week prior ceive a reply. WHASC Action Line at 210- not be published. to publication. FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER new s PAGE 3 VETERANS MEMORIAL Photo by Alan Boedeker NEWS IN BRIEF Ernest Ibarra of San Antonio fi nds the name of Airman 1st Class Edward G. Muse engraved ANNUAL GOSPEL FESTIVAL upon the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall The Joint Base San Antonio community Tuesday at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. is invited to attend the annual African Muse was one of six security policemen killed American Heritage Gospel Festival Satur- in action during the Tet Offensive. Muse died day, 6 p.m., at the JBSA-Lackland Gateway Jan. 31, 1968 while defending Bien Hoa Air Chapel. Base near Saigon. The base was assaulted by Featured performers include the 2012 two North Vietnamese battalions. Although African American Heritage Choir, the Grace the base perimeter was breached in several First Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir, the places during the attack, primary defend- Macedonia Puppet Ministry, the Lackland ers from the Air Force's 3rd Security Police Chapel Youth Choir, as well other guests. Squadron were able to protect the heart of For more information, call Ethel Willard- the base from ground attack until infantry Crews at 210-722-3559, or Shirley Jones reinforcements arrived at sun-up. Ibarra, a at 210-671-1750. Purple Heart recipient, served in Vietnam as a U.S. Army specialist 4 in the infantry from 1968-1969. The memorial, formally LIBRARY CUSTOMER APPRECIATION CELEBRATION named “The Wall That Heals,” is a traveling The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland exhibit featuring a half-scale replica of the library will celebrate its recent re-opening Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, with a customer appreciation celebration D.C. The memorial was on display adjacent to Wednesday. the U.S. Air Force Security Forces Museum Cake and punch will be served begin- Tuesday through Thursday. ning at 1 p.m.

AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE LUNCHEON The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland African American Heritage luncheon is Wednesday, 11 a.m., at the Gateway Club. METC chief claims top med tech post For more information, contact Belinda Strickland at 210-671-2888. By Lisa Braun Care Anywhere’,” he Force surgeon general and served on Medical Education and Training Campus Public said. the board of directors for the National Affairs The Lufkin, Tex- Registry of Emergency Medical Techni- LACKLAND ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY The Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland as native currently cians. annual awards ceremony is Feb. 12, 3 Jan. 6 could not have been a more serves as the senior Before assuming his current position, p.m., at Mitchell Hall. Reservations are perfect day for Air Force Chief Master enlisted advisor to Lambing served as chief of the medical due by Feb. 10. Sgt. Kevin Lambing, command chief the commandant enlisted force of the Air Education and For more information, contact Master of the Medical Education and Train- of METC, the larg- Training Command at nearby JBSA- Sgt. Darrell Harmon at 210-671-9807. ing Campus (METC) at Joint Base San est medical enlisted Randolph. There, he was the principal Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. training center for advisor to the command surgeon and That day Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Charles B. Army, Navy, Air senior staff regarding medical enlisted JBSA SPECIAL NIGHT AT SEA WORLD Air Force Chief Joint Base San Antonio active duty, Green, Air Force Surgeon General, con- Force and Coast matters. fi rmed Lambing would be the new Chief Master Sgt. Guard in the Depart- Previously, Lambing has served as an Reserve and Department of Defense iden- Kevin Lambing tifi cation cardholders will have a special of the Medical Enlisted Force. ment of Defense. enlisted leader at the element, fl ight, night and reduced ticket prices Feb. 10 to Lambing will assume his new po- He advises on all squadron, group, and major command Sea World. sition, the highest post an Air Force matters affecting quality, welfare, mo- levels. The theme park will be open from 6-10 medical technician can achieve, on May rale, and professional development of His assignments include bases in p.m. that night for only JBSA adults age 15 in the offi ce of the Surgeon General, 1,400 Air Force, Army and Navy per- Germany, Mississippi, Texas, Japan, 18 and up with proper ID cards; the public headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washing- manent party personnel and 21,000 and Washington. will not be allowed into the theme park ton, D.C. students annually. “The Air Force has been such a during that time. According to Lambing, one word, He also develops and coordinates blessing in the life of my family. (My The $15 military tickets can be pur- “humbled,” describes how he feels policies with Air Force, Army, Navy and wife) Sheliea and the kids are just as chased only at an Information, Tickets and about his selection. Coast Guard senior offi cers and enlisted excited as I am about this new adven- Travel offi ce on one of the JBSA installa- “The most exciting aspect of the job command leaders. ture,” said Lambing. tions. for me is knowing I will get to see the As an aerospace medical service tech- “I started my career 27.5 years ago The Salute to the Heroes free entry great work our 32,000 Air Force med- nician, Lambing has worked in diverse and I never conceived I would culmi- program will not be valid during the JBSA ics are performing around the globe,” jobs, with an extensive background in nate my career in the pinnacle enlisted event and there will be no refunds on said Lambing. “We ask a lot of our critical care and hemodialysis units. leadership position for the AFMS. unused tickets. personnel and it will be exciting to see Lambing was the Air Force’s emer- “It’s a wow moment for sure and I For more information, call 210-671- them in a multitude of complex roles gency medical services program man- owe this to the many mentors in my 3133. as they live up to the Air Force Medi- ager where he served as the EMS/haz- career and the shoulders of the giants cal Service’s (AFMS) mantra of ‘Trusted ardous materials consultant to the Air we all stand on in the AFMS.” PAGE 4 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012 Voting assistance available for absentee out-of-country voters State primary elections have begun and the Fed- doesn’t get their ballot back to them on time,” Capt. eral Voting Assistance Program has geared up to help Lionel Garcia, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland’s In- military and U.S. citizens register to vote and request stallation Voting Assistance Offi cer. their ballots for absentee voting in the primaries over Garcia, who heads up the Installation Voter As- the next few months and in the Nov. 6 general elec- sistance Offi ce, said, “Squadron members don’t even tion. have to leave their units. We have unit voting assis- The 2012-13 voting cycle motto is, “It’s a freedom tance offi cers who can walk voters in their squadrons that you defend – vote!” This is the message Air Force through the process to exercise their right to vote.” Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz gave in a recent The Installation Voter Assistance Offi ce is located in public service announcement that can be viewed on the Military Personnel Flight Building, Room 261. AF.mil, the Air Force’s public web site, at www.af.mil/ The FVAP web site is set up for automated applica- news/video/index.asp. tion and absentee ballot services if voters are unable Air Force Voting Action Offi cer, William D’Avanzo to visit their local voting offi ce or unit assistance vot- said, “Military members do register to vote at a higher ing offi cer for help. rate than the general population, but we run into Visit www.fvap.gov and click on the appropriate trouble when we wait too long to request or return link in the “Quick Links” area at the bottom of the our ballots to our local election offi cials. It’s impor- page. tant for voters to send in their Federal Post Card Voters who want to fi nd a local Installation Voter Application well in advance of an election, preferably Assistance Offi ce can also use the “Quick Links” area a minimum of 90 days beforehand.” by clicking on “Locate a Voting Offi ce Near You”. “We’re set up to assist voters with registration and For details on the Federal Voting Assistance Pro- The Federal Voting Assistance Program web site their ballot requests. We’ll even send in a back-up gram, visit www.fvap.gov or contact Garcia at vote. www.fvap.gov. Federal Write-In Absentee Ballot in case their state [email protected]. FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 AF Band of the West sets free local tour The U.S. Air Force Band of the West’s Gateway Brass and Southwest Winds ensembles will hold a series of free concerts in and around the San Anto- nio area beginning in late February and continuing through March. The Gateway Brass kicks off its tour Feb. 19 in Fredricksburg, and the Southwest Winds tour starts Feb. 21 at the Witte Museum. For a complete tour schedule, visit www.bandofthewest.af.mil, www.facebook/bandofthewest.com, or follow the band on Twitter@AFBandofthewest.

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BMT HONORS Congratulations to the Daniela Portillo Kyle Merkel Tory Patterson TRS, Flight 121 following 77 Airmen for 322nd Training Squadron Rene Verret Alexandria Scott Charlie Medina Jr., being selected as honor Flight 117 Flight 116 Nina M. Thielmann 321st TRS, Flight 113 graduates among 773 Air Joseph Buhlman Mark Charles Laneesha Williams Sanya Parker, 323rd Force basic military train- Joshua Chopek Ernest Clemons 326th Training Squadron TRS, Flight 115 ees graduating today: Cody Fox Victor Cuadrado-Lopez Flight 121 Wilbert Glay Joshua Curtright Jeremy Cleek Female Airmen 320th Training Squadron Yu Liu Akalu Errena Alexander Muench Chelsea Decosta, 326th Flight 123 Benjamin Stern Andrew Harding Marco Sforza TRS, Flight 122 Joseph Lacey Flight 118 Carl Pella Jared Thomas Melissa Franks, 321st Cameron McCutcheon Jacob Brenholdt Don Snider Jr. Jordan Tran TRS, Flight 114 Cass Melin Nathan Ryan Anthony Stephens Flight 122 Kristen Fay, 323rd Al Rasmussen Aaron Simonis Flight 117 Jessie Johnson TRS, Flight 128 Damilola Williams Shawn Welch Benjamin Bly Amanda Norwitz Kristyn Grabendike, Flight 124 Flight 125 Jose Guerra Jamie Ogeda 326th TRS, Flight 122 Casey Chase Richard Braun Drew Herrmann 331st Training Squadron Michael Dean Christian Kaeg Christopher Poston Flight 119 Male Flights Austin Holm Geoffrey LeClaire Christopher Smith-Thomas Matthew Sebey 323rd TRS, Flight 115 Sean Lancaster Jose Polanco Flight 128 323rd TRS, Flight 127 Sergio Torres Flight 126 Katelyn Egercic Top BMT Airman 323rd TRS, Flight 116 Ryan Vaughan Justin Donovan Kira Enyart Kristen Fay, 323rd Female Flights 321st Training Squadron James Spearman Kristen Fay TRS, Flight 128 323rd TRS, Flight 128 Flight 113 Benjamin Topping Denise Hampton 321st TRS, Flight 114 Daniel Cordova Jr. 323rd Training Squadron Bailey Holt Most Physically Fit 326th TRS, Flight 122 Jet Rumsey Flight 115 Kathleen Keenan Aaron Tobler Colten Alaniz Kirstin Kimball Male Airmen Top Academic Flights Flight 114 Matthew Cyrier Tabetha Long Aaron Gurecki, 323rd 323rd TRS, Flight 116 Melissa Franks Benjamin Edwards Julia Macintosh TRS, Flight 115 323rd TRS, Flight 128 Miki Mullen Aaron Gurecki Melissa Maskulka Cortiella Karif, 326th 322nd TRS, Flight 117 Medical Wing awards event celebrates ‘amazing year’ By Sue Campbell Antonio Military Health System – nearly First Sergeant 59th Medical Wing Public Affairs 6,000 Airman and Soldiers, all working Master Sgt. Robert Hobbs, together across the San Antonio mili- 59th Inpatient Operations GGrouproup Recognizing its distinguished Air- tary complex.” men, the 59th Medical Wing held its “By partnering with our great Army Honor Guard Member annual awards ceremony Saturday at counterparts,” he continued, “we will Senior Airman Timothy Jenkins,kins, the Gateway Club. only be better for our patients, the great 59th Medical Operations Groupoup “This event recognizes our 2011 military men and women we serve.” award winners and celebrates the ex- Maj. Gen. Byron Hepburn, 59th MDW cellence of all nominees and members commander and director of SAMHS, Civilian Non-Supervisory Categoryategory I of the 59th Medical Wing,” said Capt. and Robinson presented 2011 annual Francis Prior, Karri Roman, emcee and director of the awards to the following individuals, who 359th Medical Group Commander’s Action Group. will compete for higher level awards: 59th MDW Command Chief Master Civilian Non-Supervisory Categoryategory IIII Sgt. Richard Robinson welcomed spe- Airman Brenda Wallsmith, cial guest Chief Master Sgt. Charles R. Senior Airman Max Rasmussen, 359th Medical Group Cole, chief, Medical Enlisted Force, Of- 559th Medical Group fi ce of the Air Force Surgeon General, Civilian Non-Supervisory Categoryategory IIIIIIII Photo by Washington, D.C. NCO Leah Hawes, Tech Sgt. Andy Bellamy Cole congratulated the 59th MDW Tech. Sgt. Paula Barkhauer, 59th Clinical Support Groupp Chief Master Sgt. on its successes during 2011, highlight- 559th Medical Group Charles R. Cole ad- ing specifi c accomplishments of award Civilian Supervisory Categoryory I dresses the audience at- nominees. Senior NCO tending the 59th Medi- Darryl Sharkey, “What an amazing year you have Master Sgt. Lorraine Hieskill, cal Wing annual awards had,” he said. “You have set the bench- 59th Inpatient Operations Group 359th Medical Group banquet Saturday at the mark for the Department of Defense Gateway Club. Cole is as you integrated with Brooke Army Company Grade Offi cer Civilian Supervisory Categoryory II chief, Medical Enlisted Medical Center to form the San Anto- Capt. Benjamin Crandall, 59th Clinical David Smith, Force, Offi ce of the Air nio Military Medical Center and the San Support Group 59th Medical Operations Groupoup Force Surgeon General. FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 Save money, help a cause with DeCA By Sallie Cauthers ceeds from this event. Brands will be Defense Commissary Agency supported by 400,000 in-store coupon fl yers worldwide. Get more details at FORT LEE, Va. – Commissary cus- www.militaryscholar.org. tomers can save money while assisting Driving for Scholarship Dollars worthy causes thanks to cause-market- The Kellogg’s Racing Car will support ing promotions from the Defense Com- the Scholarships for Military Children missary Agency’s industry partners. program. During February, stores will “We are fortunate to have partners again gear up for Daytona and the Kel- who set sales promotions that save our logg’s racing promotion, offering sav- customers money and help give back to ings to include high-value coupons. our military communities,” said Chris Starlight Foundation Burns, DeCA’s director of sales. Colgate-Palmolive will sponsor a fun Throughout February, DeCA’s indus- center valued at more than $4,200 to try partners will host many in-store be given to a military hospital from the promotions that provide extra savings proceeds of their commissary promo- but also support worthy causes. tion. Look for their coupons in stores Focus on Fitness Contest and in military publications. This year Unilever is distributing more than marks Colgate-Palmolive’s 22nd year 75,000 in-store coupon fl yers offering partnering with the Starlight Founda- $6 in savings. It will distribute $40,000 tion, a nonprofi t organization dedi- in prizes to the top 14 military instal- cated to helping seriously ill children lations where customers buy the most through entertainment, education and Unilever products. A winning base may family activities. Colgate-Palmolive has build a new playground or purchase donated proceeds exceeding $8 million new equipment for a fi tness center. throughout the past 21 years in support Start Your Day Right! of this organization. Acosta Military Sales will support “Remember, when you shop at your the Scholarships for Military Children commissary, you are giving back to our program with a portion of the pro- military community,” Burns said. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012 Col. Terry Stotler, Det. 5 commander, Air Force Research Navy highlights research lab Laboratory, left, briefs 59th Medical Wing other services, such as the Army and Commander Maj. Senior AF physician Air Force, to conduct our mission in Gen. Byron Hepburn a joint environment.” about the Tri-Service As the commander of the Air Force’s Research Labora- visits JBSA-Fort Sam largest medical wing and one of only tory’s 3-D modeling 15 pilot-physicians in the Air Force, capabilities during joint medical facility Hepburn is focused on any new capa- the general’s tour. bility that helps him execute his mis- By Joe N. Wiggins sion to provide clinical research and Naval Medical Research Unit-San Antonio Public medical education to the 6,000 people Affairs he commands. “It was clear to me the great job JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT being performed by all of the staff at SAM HOUSTON, Texas – “What you the lab, and gives me a better vision of U.S. Navy photo by Joe Wiggins are doing here is not only a great how this facility can assist the medical service to our military; it is a great missions of all the services, as well as Be Responsible! service to our nation.” the American public,” said the general Seat Belts Save Lives! That was the impression left on Maj. after the tour. Buckle Up! Gen. (Dr.) Byron C. Hepburn, com- The general saw more than 20 labs, mander of the Air Force’s 59th Medi- work stations and other settings dur- cal Wing, after receiving a briefi ng ing his visit, which included demon- and tour of the Tri-Service Research strations of combat casualty, biomedi- Laboratory here Jan. 18. cal and directed energy research, as Hosted by the commanding offi cers well as training capabilities in the of Naval Medical Research Unit-San TSRL. Antonio, and Detachment 5, Air Force The laboratory’s joint service and Research Laboratory, the visit gave the research capabilities were also re- general from JBSA-Lackland’s Wilford inforced by Col. Terry Stotler, com- Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center a mander of Det. 5, Air Force Research clearer view of the capabilities of the Laboratory. facility and its staff. His briefi ng of capabilities and mis- “We wanted General Hepburn and sions showed the general the overlap his team to see we clearly have a much and shared capabilities between the wider range of options to conduct bio- Air Force and the Navy staff members medical research to support warriors at the lab. on the sea and on land than ever be- “We can do more now and do it fore in our history,” said Capt. Vincent better alongside Captain DeInnocen- DeInnocentiis, commanding offi cer of tiis’ staff in this facility,” said Stotler. NAMRU-SA. “This includes the abil- “This clearly shows advanced and ity to fully challenge and use the staff enhanced research opportunities for of NAMRU-SA, as well as draw from both services.” FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 9 AAFES to help send AAFES shoppers get chance to win $1,000 gift cards valentines to vets DALLAS – Just in time for the “big latest electronics, authorized shop- Army and Air Force Exchange Ser- how nice it is to be remembered,” said game,” the Army and Air Force Ex- pers will fi nd it with no sales tax at vice shoppers can show their appre- Cynthia Gregg, manager of the Basic change Service is giving military shop- their exchange. ciation to military service members Military Training Mini Mall. “The pro- pers the opportunity to win one of ten “While they are there, they can who came before them by sending gram gives our patrons the opportuni- shopping sprees. drop their name into the hopper for free valentines through the base ex- ty to reach out to those who’ve served The “Coke Big Game” sweepstakes a chance to win part of the $10,000 change now through Monday. and send their greetings.” will reward a grand prize of a $1,000 in prizes.” Now in its second year, “Valentines To send free Valentine’s Day cards, exchange gift card to ten lucky shop- The “Coke Big Game” sweepstakes for Veterans” is an annual AAFES shoppers can simply stop by the JB- pers worldwide. runs through Tuesday. campaign that allows BX customers SA-Lackland BX and fi ll out cards that “The Exchange has everything foot- Contestants must be 18 years of age to send greetings to local patients at are provided, or bring their own. The ball fans need to suit up for the ‘big or older and no purchase is necessary Veterans Administration hospitals, drop off box is located at the front of game,’” said AAFES Senior Enlisted to enter. Fisher House locations and military the store. Advisor Chief Master Sgt. Jeffry Helm. Winners will be announced on or retirement facilities. AAFES will arrange for their de- “Whether it is tailgate fi xings or the about March 23. “Our shoppers include many veter- livery to local veterans on or before ans and their families who know what Valentine’s Day. For details, call 210- it means to serve, and understand 674-6465.

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Mother, son cross paths en route to enlisted careers

By Michael Joseph Photos by Alan Boedeker

Trainee Lori Huayacla applauds as her son, Airman Basic Justus Sanchez, left, passes by during the Jan. 27 Air Force basic training graduation parade at Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland. FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER PAGE 11

Airman Basic Justus Sanchez hugs his mother, Air Force basic trainee Lori Huayacla, following the Air- man Coin and Retreat Ceremony Jan. 26 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.

ike most any parent attending the Air ‘Yes, of course,’” said Staff Sgt. Eddie Glover, one of Force basic training graduation here Sanchez’s military training instructors. Jan. 27, Lori Huayacla had to navigate “I never suspected that his mom was here at basic through the crowd in search of her son. training until he asked me for her unit mailing ad- But there was a difference for the dress. Boy, was I surprised,” Glover said. 37-year-old mother of four from Sanchez’s intent was to get his mother’s mailing Portland, Ore. Huayacla was be- address so he could write to her at basic training ginning a journey her eldest son, while he was attending technical school at Sheppard 19-year-old Justus Sanchez, had just Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas. completed – the 8½ weeks needed to complete Air “I didn’t expect all of this. I didn’t think she would Force basic military training. be allowed to attend my graduation,” said Sanchez. Huayacla, now in her third week, was given per- Col. Glenn Palmer, the 737th Training Group commission to attend her son’s coin and retreat ceremony mander in charge of basic training, was informed Thursday, when trainees are recognized as Airmen, of the unusual circumstance. With the commander’s and Friday’s graduation parade, when Airmen affi rm encouragement, plans were made for Huayacla to their oath of enlistment. attend both the coin ceremony and the graduation For Sanchez, the road to Lackland, where all Air parade. Force enlisted basic training is held, started in July “The (training instructors) asked for special per- when he signed up for the Air National Guard. His mission. Otherwise, she wouldn’t be able to go,” said mother decided to join in late September. Palmer. “I’m like, ‘Yes! She needs to go.’ She should “This is so awesome,” said Huayacla, dressed in see her son become an Airman and graduate.” her Airman Battle Uniform as she sat in a front-row Huayacla was a bundle of nerves throughout the seat at the morning’s graduation parade. “Just seeing Jan. 26 coin ceremony. Although she had seen her him is overwhelming, and at the same time, comfort- son twice prior to the event, they could only acknowl- ing and encouraging. He’s an inspiration to me.” edge each other from afar. A week’s worth of emo- The mother and son never thought they would see tions fi nally came cascading down as mother and each other at basic training. Sanchez arrived on base son embraced. in early December, and Huayacla found out several “It was very emotional for me because I hadn’t Basic Military Training Instructor Staff Sgt. Eddie Glover pres- weeks later about her mid-January reporting date. seen him in so long,” Huayacla said. “It was hard ents Airman Basic Justus Sanchez with the Airman’s Coin dur- They glimpsed at each other Jan. 20 as Sanchez’s not to go running over to him before.” ing the Jan. 26 Airman Coin and Retreat Ceremony at Joint training was coming to an end and hers beginning, Friday’s graduation was no different. Base San Antonio-Lackland. briefl y crossing paths in a dining facility. By coinci- Thousands of family and friends rushed onto dence, she had been assigned to a fl ight in the same the parade grounds to congratulate the Air Force’s you are, if you have a dream and put your mind to training squadron as her son’s. newest members. Huayacla had to weave her way it, you can do it. Don’t give up,” Huayacla said. “He asked me last week if his mother could come through the masses for yet another embrace she Armed with that determination, she headed back to graduation. It’s an Air Force tradition to have fam- never expected. to continue basic training, inspired to complete the ily and friends attend BMT graduations, so I said, “I wanted to show my kids that no matter how old family voyage by graduating herself March 16. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012 How’s your fi nancial readiness? Military Saves Campaign targets money matters The annual Military Saves cam- 4-5 p.m., Lackland Youth Center. paign at Joint Base San Antonio- The class is for youth ages 9-12 Lackland begins Feb. 20 and runs and focuses on the importance of through March 2. saving. The joint Department of De- • Consumer Awareness, Feb. 29, fense and Consumer Federation 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The class of America campaign promotes covers the importance of being a healthy fi nancial habits for Airmen smart consumer and maintaining and family members by stressing constant awareness. the importance of saving to reach • Home buying seminar, March 1, fi nancial and personal goals. and discuss strategy to improve 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The seminar will The Airman and Family Readi- their score. discuss the importance of shop- ness Center has partnered with • Scams, Predatory Lending and ping for the best interest rate, ed- the Better Business Bureau of Identity Theft, Feb. 22, 11:30 a.m. ucate customers on reading and San Antonio to oversee a series of to 12:30 p.m. Information on new understanding the paperwork, Military Saves classes. All classes scams, predatory lending, how and the importance of compara- will be held at the AFRC, Bldg. safeguard your identity and what tive research before purchasing. 1249. to do if your identity is stolen. • Deals on Wheels, March 2, 11:30 The class schedule includes: • Investing for retirement, Feb. a.m. to 1 p.m. The class stresses • Credit score reviews, Feb. 20 24, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. The class the importance of comparing lend- to March 2, appointment only. Fi- presents an array of options to ing sources and interest rates, car nancial readiness subject matter consider when planning for re- prices and car features. experts will educate customers on tirement. For more information, call the how to read their credit report, • Military Youth Saves, Feb. 24, AFRC at 210-671-3722. Conservation–Stage I Edwards Aquifer Level Drought Management in feet above sea level Joint Base San Antonio military installations have reverted back to Stage I water restrictions. CURRENT LEVEL = 657.2’ The decision is based on current water levels at the J-17 well, which have remained over 650 Normal - above 660’ feet for more than 30 consecu- Stage I - 660’ tive days. The J-17 well level as Stage II - 650’ of Jan. 5 was 652.7 feet. Stage 1 Stage III - 642’ water restrictions at all JBSA installations allow for night water- Stage IV - 640.5’ ing between the hours of 8 p.m. Stage V - 637’ and 10 a.m. Residents can now For water restrictions, visit www.502abw.af.mil plant new sod. 2012 THEME: “Black women in American history and culture” FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER communit y PAGE 13

dinner shows are $25 each for Contact Ray Holland or Bethany SUSIE’S KITCHEN CHANGES HOURS active duty, Title 10 Reservists on LOCAL BRIEFS adults, $20 each for age 65 and Cuevas at 210-925-1001/2514 to Beginning Monday, Susie's extended active duty, Title 32 AGR older, and $10 for technical training register. Kitchen at the Skylark Bowling Cen- performing full-time active duty, re- HYPERTENSION EDUCATION CLASS students, basic military training ter will have new hours of operation: tirees, retired Reserve and deceased A hypertension education class is students, and children under 12. JBSA CARELINE FAMILY ADVOCACY Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. Air Force members. Monday, 12:45-3:30 p.m., at the Wil- Ticket prices for the Feb. 17-18 The Joint Base San Antonio Family to 9 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.; ford Hall Ambulatory Surgery Center. cocktail/light hors d’oeuvres shows Advocacy Program is committed to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and BALFOUR BEATTY SCHOLARSHIPS The class is open to anyone are $20 each for adults, $20 each the prevention of family maltreat- Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For details, Applications are available for interested in learning more about for age 65 and older, and $10 for ment in our community. To that end, call 210-671-1234. the Balfour Beatty Communities hypertension. technical training students, basic reporting procedures have been Foundation academic scholarships Contact the Nephrology Clinic at military training students, and streamlined to ensure the easiest 802ND LRS CUSTOMER SERVICE for high school and undergraduate 210-292-6868 for more information. children under 12. Reserved table access and assistance to those in The 802nd Logistics Readi- programs and students of family seating is available. need of services. ness Squadron Customer Service housing residents for the 2012-2013 TOBACCO CESSATION CLASSES Doors open at 6 p.m. each To report incidents of spouse or is your primary focal point for all academic year. The Joint Base San Antonio- evening, and the curtain rises at 7 child abuse and to coordinate an supply-related questions, con- For scholarship applications and Lackland Health and Wellness Center p.m. For more information, call 210- emergency response for victims of cerns, complaints, Zero Overpricing eligibility requirements, visit the web tobacco cessation classes begin 671-2619. domestic violence, call 210-292- Program and Defense Reutilization site at www.bbcommunitiesfounda- Tuesday, 3-403 p.m., at the center, 5967. and Marketing Offi ce transactions. tion.org. Bldg. 2513. 802ND LRS SUPPLY TRAINING The line is monitored 24 hours a You can reach customer service at The deadline for submission is Nicotine patches and gum are The 802nd Logistics Readiness day, seven days a week. 210-671-2575/3611/3801, 925- April 15. For more information about available. Squadron’s Equipment Accountability 1490/1049/1048, or via email at the scholarships, contact Claudia Element will conduct three customer PRE-TEEN VALENTINE’S DANCE 802lrs.customerservice@lackland. Moreno at 210-645-9511. PERFORMING ARTS GROUP PLAY supply training classes Feb. 15 in The Joint Base San Antonio- af.mil. Tickets are on sale at Arnold Bldg. 5160, second fl oor conference Lackland Youth Center will sponsor a FLEA MARKET AT WARHAWK Hall Community Center for the room. pre-teen Valentine’s dance Feb. 10, SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ONLINE A fl ea market is March 3 at the Lackland Performing Arts Group’s The classes are Block I General 7-10 p.m. The 2012-2013 Gen. Henry H. Warhawk Fitness Center parking lot, “The Big Five-OH,” an account of a Supply Training, 8 a.m.; Block II The dance is open to pre-teens Arnold education grant program 8 a.m. to noon. middle-aged man fi nally growing up. Bench Stock Training, 8:45 a.m.; ages 9-12, and admission is $1 for application is available online at the Vendor spots are available for Performance dates are Feb. 10-11 and Block III Equipment Custodian members and $2 for non-members. Air Force Aid Society website. $10 or $15 with a table. and Feb. 17-18. Supplemental/Refresher Training, For more information, call 210- Need-based grants of $2,000 are For more information, call 210- Ticket prices for the Feb. 10-11 9:30 a.m. 671-2388. available to dependent children of 671-2021.

CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Christian Seventh-Day Adventist Friday: Eckankar Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Catholic Service, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Jummah Prayer, 1:15 to 2:15 Every fi rst, third, fi fth Saturday: Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Monday-Friday: Sunday: p.m. Gateway Chapel Airman’s Attic 671-1780 Freedom Chapel Airmen Memorial Chapel Sunday: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Daily Eucharist, 11:30 a.m. Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. Religious Ed., 9-11 a.m. Baha'i Base Post Offi ce 671-1058 Freedom Chapel Every fi rst, third, fi fth Sunday: Bowling Center 671-2271 Saturday: Contemporary Service, Jewish Gateway Chapel DEERS 800-538-9552 Freedom Chapel 9:30 a.m. Friday: 11 a.m. to noon Exceptional Family Member Program 671-3722 Eucharist, 5:30 p.m. Gospel Service, Airmen Memorial Chapel Family Child Care 671-3376 Reconciliation after Eucharist 12:30 p.m. Sabbath Eve Service, FOR MORE DETAILS, Legal Offi ce 671-3362 Children’s Church provided 4 p.m. Library 671-3610 CONTACT Sunday: Religious Ed., 11 a.m. Sunday: Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Freedom Chapel Wednesday and Thursday: Religious Ed., 12:30 p.m. MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Bible Study, 6 p.m. Religious Ed., 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Eucharist, 11 a.m. Wicca TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Spanish Mass, 8 a.m. Sunday: 1st Wednesday: 671-4208 Hope Chapel, Bldg. 10338 Freedom Chapel Room 8, Thrift Shop 671-3600 Orthodox The Church of Jesus Christ of San Antonio Military Open Sunday: Latter Day Saints Circle, 6 p.m. Gateway Chapel Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Clubwww .lacklandesc.org Airmen Memorial Chapel 8-10 a.m. 671-2911 Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. Buddist Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net Religious Ed., 10:45 a.m. Islamic Sunday: Protestant Friday: BMT Reception Center, Hope Chapel Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Clubwww .lacklandosc.org Lackland Public website www.lackland.af.mil Saturday: Global Ministry Center, Bldg. 10 a.m. to noon. 671-2941 Gateway Chapel 7452 My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com PAGE 14 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012

For details, call 210-671-3722. Chapel group meets for Bible study What’s Happening M onthly Meetings Thursday, 6 p.m., at Freedom Chapel. For details, call 210-671-4208. Family Support Events ENLISTED SPOUSES’ CLUB FEB. 8 The Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the RIGHT START ORIENTATION month at the Gateway Club, 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, visit www. Right Start Orientation, a class FEB. 10 FEB. 3 lacklandesc.org. designed for Joint Base San Antonio- BMT FAMILY SEMINAR BMT FAMILY SEMINAR enrollment, call 210-671-3722. OFFICERS’ SPOUSES’ CLUB Lackland newcomers, is Wednesday, The Air Force Basic Military Train- The Air Force Basic Military The Lackland Offi cers’ Spouses’ Club meets every third Tuesday of the 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Gateway ing Family Seminar is Feb. 10, noon, Training Family Seminar is today, FEB. 6 month. For meeting location information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. Club. For more information about in the BMT Reception Center, Bldg. noon, in the BMT Reception Center, FAMILY READINESS BRIEFING MILITARY COUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN the Right Start orientation class, call 7246. The seminar provides informa- Bldg. 7246. A family readiness briefi ng for The Military Council of Catholic Women meets the fi rst Friday of the 210-671-3722. tion on Air Force benefi ts. The seminar provides information deploying personnel is Monday, month, 9:30 a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. on the Air Force and its benefi ts 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Airman KEY SPOUSE MEETING FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT SEMINAR to family members of graduating and Family Readiness Center. The On the web www.lacklandfss.com A Key Spouse meeting is Wednes- A seminar on the federal employ- Airmen. briefi ng is for personnel who are day, noon, at the Airman and Family ment process is Feb. 10, 1-3:30 deploying, or are going on remote related separations. For details, call FEB. 7�9 Readiness Center. p.m., at the Airman and Family SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP assignments or extended temporary 210-671-3722. TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Readiness Center. The class teaches A “How to Start a Small Busi- deployments. A three-day transition assistance WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY participants how to enhance the ness” workshop is today, 1-4 p.m., For details, call 210-671-3722. FEB. 7 program for separating or retiring A women’s Bible study, “The job-hunting process. For details, call at the Airman and Family Readiness AMVET REPRESENTATIVE military personnel is Tuesday through Resolution for Women” by Priscilla 210-671-3722. Center. RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR An American Veterans National Thursday, 7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m. each Shirer, is Wednesday, 9:30 a.m., at Among the topics for discus- A return and reunion seminar is Service Offi cer is available to help day, at the Airman and Family Readi- Freedom Chapel. The study group DALS ON WHEELS sion taught by the Small Business Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Air- with disability claims Tuesday, 8 a.m. ness Center. will meet through the end of May. For An adult class on buying a new Development Center are writing an man and Family Readiness Center. to noon, at the Airman and Family The program, which is presented details, call 210-671-4208. vehicle, “Deals on Wheels,” is Friday, effective business plan, doing market The seminar is an informal forum Readiness Center. by the Department of Labor and 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., at the Airman research, selecting a location and for family members who wish to talk For more information about meet- the Texas Workforce Commission, FEB. 9 and Family Readiness Center. time management. about their individual experiences ing with a disability claims offi cer, focuses on how to job search and PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL For more information, call 210- For more information or class and the stress caused by deployment- call 210-699-5087. employment-related topics. The Protestant Women of the 671-3722. FEBRUARY 3, 2012 TALESPINNER s por ts PAGE 15

UPCOMING Photo by Dona Fair HEALTH FAIR Johnnie Yellock tries his hand at wheelchair bowling while par- The Warhawk Fitness Center ticipating in the Adaptive Fitness Sports Camp at Joint Base will host a health fair Feb. San Antonio-Randolph Jan. 18. 15 from 9 a.m. to noon. The schedule of events is: Zumba Jam, 9-9:30 a.m.; Fitness Equipment Demo, 9:30- 10 a.m.; Women’s Self Defense and TRX suspension training, 10-10:30 a.m.; Sandbell Train- ing Demo, 10:30-11 a.m.; Spin Cycle Demo, 11-11:30 a.m.; Kettlebell Training Demo, 11:30 a.m. to noon. Groups from preventive den- tistry, the Warhawk Health and Wellness Center, the Outpatient Nutrition Clinic, and the blood bank will pass out information to all patrons. Prizes will be given for participating in random events. Contact Brett Cannon at 210-671-2016 for details.

DISCOUNTED SPURS TICKETS Information, Ticket, and Tours has discounted Spurs tickets for most home games through April. Tickets include lower and upper seats. Call 210-671-3133 for details. SCOREBOARD BASKETBALL Division I W L 1.543rd Spt Sq ...... 7 0 2.FSS ...... 7 0 3.Crypto Div ...... 5 1 4.59th Med LRS ...... 4 3 5.343rd TRS ...... 4 3 6 737th TRG 3 3 7. 772nd ESS ...... 3 3 8.Security Forces ...... 2 5 9.59th Dental Gp ...... 2 5 10.93rd IS ...... 1 5 11.802nd LRS ...... 1 5 By Erin Tindell lot and Aguilera was the gunner and they military and within their local communi- 12.717th MI Bn ...... 0 6 Air Force Personnel, Services and Manpower were attempting to rescue wounded NATO ties. Public Affairs allies. Both were left with wounds and in- During the fi ve-day camp, wounded Division II W L juries they’re still recovering from today. warriors participated in adaptive golf and 1.37th TRSS ...... 5 0 Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph – When Both were the only two survivors in the bowling, aquatics, cycling, strength & con- 2.149th FW ...... 6 1 3.D.L.I ...... 4 1 Master Sgt. Christopher Aguilera arrived to crash that killed fi ve other Airmen. ditioning, sitting volleyball and wheelchair 4.COMM/OSS ...... 4 2 breakfast the fi rst day of the Air Force’s From Jan. 17-21, Simone and Aguilera basketball. The camp is part of the Air 5.59th Med Ops Gp ...... 3 3 Joint Adaptive Fitness and Sports Camp, participated in the inaugural adaptive fi t- Force's Adaptive Fitness and Sports Pro- 6.NIOC/ Co H ...... 3 3 his heart dropped. ness and sports camp. The camp hosted at gram, which provides quality of life pro- 7. 668th ALIS ...... 3 4 In the same room were Capt. Tony Si- Joint Base San Antonio introduced roughly grams supporting nearly 1,300 wounded, 8.341st TRS ...... 2 3 mone and his wife Andrea, two people he 35 Air Force, Navy and U.S. Special Op- ill or injured Airmen. 9.453rd EWS ...... 2 4 10.668th IOW ...... 2 4 hadn’t seen since last year’s one-year an- erations Command wounded warriors to “A lot of the wounded warriors are at a 11. JPPSO ...... 2 4 niversary ceremony of a HH-60 Pave Hawk adaptive fi tness, sports and recreational point where their rehabilitation has come 12.AFISRA ...... 2 5 crash in Afghanistan. Simone was the pi- programs implemented throughout the See ADAPTIVE P20 13.624th OC ...... 1 5 PAGE 16 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012

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Air Force boxers to a standstill, this is their new ‘normal,’” said Mas- ter Sgt. Elisha Abercrombie, camp coordinator and sports specialist with the Air Force Services Agency. "Bringing the warriors to a fi tness and sports camp Looking to win gold or silver helps get them back into the game of life." By Jose T. Garza III team won three of eight bouts the Offi cials said the goal of the camp was to familiar- Sports Editor fi rst night, and two of nine on the ize the wounded warriors with fi tness and sports they second. can do with their friends and families. Air Force Boxing Coach Steven “I wanted opponents (in the “Not only does the camp teach us ways to get to our Franco was hopeful his six-man Box-Offs) who had participated new normal through adaptive (sports), but it helps us team would bring home medals in Golden Gloves fi ghts,” Franco connect with others who are going through the same from the Armed Forces Boxing said. “We wanted hard bouts be- thing we are," said Aguilera, who suffered numerous Championships, which conclude cause it wasn’t going to be easy injuries including broken bones. “That lets us know tonight in Camp Pendleton, Ca- at Armed Forces or at Nationals. we're not the only one with these challenges.” lif. “It’s going to be the tough guys During the crash, Simone suffered a brain injury Franco said before the team who are the best in the nation, that put him in a coma for six weeks and made it left earlier this week that how so if they are going to compete diffi cult for him to walk and speak. far each boxer went in the com- in that regard, they might as well Simone's wife said the camps give him a sense of petition was in the individual’s get that same type of training camaraderie, accomplishment and greater purpose. hands. here at Lackland.” Before his injury, Simone said he loved outdoor “I see us getting more med- The six boxers each have more sports such as cycling and archery and was thankful als than last year, (when the Air than 10 bouts on their resume he could still do them through adaptive equipment. Force only had one), but I told and box in the open division. But “Being able to participate in adaptive sports means them it’s your decision how far Photo by Deyanira Romo Rossell as is common in the Air Force, the most to me out of anything I do while recover- you go,” Franco said. “The gold Air Force Boxing Coach Steven Franco some have had to take time off ing,” he said. and silver medals are there for and assistant coach Bobby DeLeon pre- from boxing because of military Abercrombie said the camps help offer a sense of the taking.” pare Markarious Gordon during the Air commitments. resilience for both the wounded warriors and their Force Box Offs. The six boxers representing Franco said this year’s camp families. the Air Force are: Kenneth Cruz, is a refresher course on basics, They can still do fi tness and recreational activities, super bantamweight, Ramey Air Force Base, Puerto which has been picked back up rapidly. but in a new way, she said. Rico; Dustin Southchack, super featherweight, Joint Pacing has gotten better, the coach said, after “Wounded warriors and families need to know they Base San Antonio-Lackland; Adam Hassan, super putting the boxers through eight 3-minute rounds don't just have to sit at home; they can go out into lightweight, Scott AFB, Ill.; Daniel Logan, super of sparring during training, although amateur bouts the real world and still participate in the fi tness and middleweight, Tinker AFB, Okla.; Thomas Jacobs, are usually three 3-minute rounds. recreational activities they enjoyed before," she said. light heavyweight, Hickam AFB, Hawaii; and Kent “Their legs are shot because my goal is to burn "It's very important for them to understand their life Brinson, heavyweight, Fort Carson, Colo. their legs out,” he said. “I told them, ‘Your legs are doesn't stop.” The boxing team’s two-month long training camp going to be shot; you’ll feel like Gumby.’” Andrea said she appreciates the adaptive sports began Jan. 4 at the Chaparral Fitness Center in Because the Air Force does not train as often as camps for giving wounded warriors and families an preparation for this week’s military championships other services, the goal was for boxers to reach and outlet to help them transition to their new lives. and the USA Boxing National Championships at maintain peak boxing condition while in camp. “I'm really grateful for the Air Force and U.S. Fort Carson, Colo., Feb. 27 through March 3. “If you can last the fi ght and your opponent is Paralympics for bringing awareness to our wounded The boxing team trained at JBSA-Lackland for not in shape like you, you have the advantage be- warrior communities and giving back to them be- two weeks before taking on Golden Gloves fi ghters cause you’re going to throw more punches and cause they've given so much to our country," Andrea at the Air Force Box-Offs Jan. 20-21 at JBSA-Fort move around better,” said Franco. “Your opponent said. Sam Houston. Competing against local fi ghters, the is just going to be in a defense mode.” GRIDloc

“Brady needs redemption and he'll get it by forcing the football down the Giants’ throats – cementing his place as one of the great quarter- backs of all time and winning his fourth Super Bowl.”

– Jose T. Garza III Jose T. Garza III Joe Bela Dwayne Reed Steve Reichert Patrick Desmond Talespinner Sports Editor Chief of Internal Communications Varsity Sports Director Fitness & Sports Director

2-0 2-0 1-1 2-0 GRIDlocks GUEST ks NFL - SUPER BOWL N.Y. Giants at New England, Sun. New England N.Y. Giants N.Y. Giants New England N.Y. Giants OVERALL: 143-85 (.627) OVERALL: 152-76 (.667) OVERALL: 148-80 (.649) OVERALL: 151-77 (.662) PAGE 20 TALESPINNER FEBRUARY 3, 2012

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