Volume 12, Issue 45 Friday, October 28, 2011
PLUS: Swing Away! GTMO’s softball season begins Integrity First Learn the origins of the Integritas Award
Meet the She -bees! These gals aren’t afraid to get dirty ommand Trooper to Trooper orner featuring Cc Command Sgt. Maj. As I arrived here on the island a few weeks ago, I couldn’t help thinking of the sacrifice our Troopers and families are enduring for Daniel Borrero our great nation. Here on Guantanamo Bay, we are focused on a delicate but vital mission in securing our nation. We have been at war Senior Enlisted Leader, 525th MP Battalion for more than 10 years and GTMO will mark its 10 year anniversary Let’s focus on continuing our education. For me, this topic early next year. Much has changed since those initial days and all of is special since I am back in the fight pursuing my master’s us here today will witness more change during our tour. While the degree. What a bear it was getting started again. I had to go to an JTF has certainly developed over the years, the proficiency of our interview with a career counselor here on Guantanamo Bay. Then Troopers and employees remain at a high state. The professionalism I had to gain admission to the college by sending in a resume, a of our force speaks well for the training, leadership and dedication letter stating why I want to continue my education and three letters of the different services. of reference, all for the college’s evaluation. Next I had to get As members of the military, we have a responsibility to follow my EArmyU account activated and my Columbia College student the orders and instruction of our senior leaders. We all need to accounts re-activated. If that was not enough to deter me, I had ensure Rear Adm. Woods’ priorities are a part of everything we do, to order my books, which are still “on the barge.” All of that and throughout our professional and personal lives while here at GTMO. I have an additional under-graduate class to complete since my Mission First. As you all know, each of us contributes to our No Fail master’s will not be in the same area of focus as my bachelor’s Mission. Every Trooper is important and we are counting on you degree. to perform your job at 100 percent every day. Your fellow Troopers Now I bet you read all that and are saying, “Man, this college are counting on you as well. We are about to become busier in the stuff is just too much work and I do not want to be hassled.” It was next few weeks. Some of you will be tasked to perform different or so tough, in fact, that I completed all the above tasks in just three additional jobs in support of the overall mission. Others will continue days. My counselor at the school was awesome in processing the to perform their current responsibility. Regardless of what you will paperwork and coordinating everything from here with my home be doing, know that we’re counting on you. campus in Missouri. The EArmyU staff was very responsive and As we approach the month of November and the holidays, we quickly got me back online and up and running within a day. So, must also focus on keeping an eye on our battle buddy, wingman or sexual assault, drug use and alcohol abuse. We can not tolerate it was just “too easy!” shipmate. We need all hands to look for signs of stress, anxiety and destructive behaviors – they are what harms a team member and Each service branch has a version of what the Army titles ACES clues that something just isn’t right. If something is wrong, there are weakens our team. (Army Continuing Education System); the Navy uses Navy College places to get help. Fleet and Family Services have a satellite office The use of alcohol is a privilege here at JTF-GTMO. The Program and the Air Force uses Air University. I encourage and at the Joint Task Force Trooper One Stop located in building 1451. responsible use of alcohol is paramount in our mission; therefore, implore all servicemembers to get “back to school.” If you look at switching our military careers for civilian ones, education and The Joint Stress Mitigation and Restoration Team have resources we must ensure those Troopers under 21 years old are not provided the definition of a profession, you will find it involves prolonged experience play a key role in most job placements. available in building 1587, located next to our JTF Chaplain in Camp alcohol and that those who choose to drink do so with moderation. training and a formal qualification. One could argue that perpetual The military provides us all a great opportunity through the Buckeley. It is always best to address the causes of stress by talking Failure to drink responsibly may result in the revocation of that learning is a key ingredient of being in our profession of arms. So use of tuition assistance, the G.I. Bill and Top Up programs that to your buddy, wingman or shipmate, your chain of command or the privilege. going back to school helps reaffirm that we are all professionals pay for our college education at little to no cost. So why not take professionals who are here to help us. JTF-GTMO has an unique mission, staffed with the best in this business. advantage of this and set yourself up for success in the military We don’t want our Troopers to get so distracted with stress that professionals our nation has: servicemembers and military-employed As we all know, continuing our education also supports as well as after your military careers? The number to the Navy they start to participate in destructive behaviors. These actions bring civilians. While here, take the time to learn a new skill. Make the advancements in our military careers. There is one more added College is x2227 or x3996, Columbia College is x75555. This could discredit to our Troopers, the command and the U.S. military. When best use of your time while balancing what GTMO has to offer both benefit to this endeavor, however – it helps when you leave the be the start to a long-lasting relationship which, in the end, will not I say destructive behaviors, this includes discrimination of any kind, professionally and on a personal level. service. For those of us who are considering retirement or just only benefit you, but those close to you.
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Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 2 Co m m a n d Co r n e r | | Tr o o p e r t o Tr o o p e r Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 3 Stories and reporting by Spc. Kelly Gary trooper focus News from the Bay: Halloween edition Army Pfc. GTMO’s guide to a ghoulish weekend Alaine Williamson Customer Appreciation Weekend is center. Underwater carving hosting a Halloween party at O’Kelly’s For more information, contact Jill Pub, Saturday. Lynch at x2010. with Reef Raiders John Taglieri will perform at 7 p.m. Reef Raiders Dive Club is hosting the followed by Blessid Union of Souls at 9 Sgt. Meredith Vincent 3rd Annual Underwater Pumpkin Carving p.m. At approximately 10:30 p.m., prizes Her first time before a board, Pfc. Alaine Contest, Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. will be given out to the best individual and at Windmill Beach. NEX celebrates 10th Williamson, an S2 analyst for the 525th “She doesn’t settle for the standard, she couple costumes. Winners must be present Military Police Battalion remembered pushes herself to go above and beyond of All divers and snorkelers are welcome. to receive prize. customer appreciation being much more nervous, describing the what’s required from her.” Participants are asked to arrive between Bullet Bio For more information, contact Aimee The Navy Exchange and Morale, experience as “scary as hell.” Preparing for the boards was Williamson’s 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. with his or her own Time in service: 2 years Mac Donnell at x4882. Welfare and Recreation are hosting the “It was very nerve-racking,” she recalled. idea, one that impressed her first sergeant. equipment. Pumpkins will be available at 10th Annual Customer Appreciation “The first time I felt like I couldn’t breath.” “She was asking me, ‘Can I go to these Hobbies: watching movies, the beach for $5 if the participant does Weekend Friday through Sunday. Williamson practiced, studied and boards, I want to go to these boards.’ She going to the beach not bring their own. Judging will be at 11 “The Customer Appreciation event prepared for her next opportunity. When wasn’t waiting to be told to go out and do that a.m., followed by a Boy Scouts of America started 10 years ago,” said Mark Good, the time came, she said she could feel the stuff. And she’s done a phenomenal job.” Pet peeves: dishonesty cookout. Participants are encouraged to CYP Pumpkin Patch NEX store manager. “It has evolved from difference. The military life is in Williamson’s blood. bring a side dish or dessert or their own at GTMO Youth Center a shoe clinic and sale into a full-blown “The second time I was a lot more calm, Both her parents spent time in the armed Next goal: moving on to meat or veggies to be cooked, if preferred. battalion level boards The Navy Youth and Child Programs weekend extravaganza.” I felt more confident,” she said. “(The forces – her mother in the Navy, her father in All donations will go to Boy Scout Troop Here are the events you can look experience) taught me a lot. I feel like I’m both the Army and the Navy. Her brother was is hosting a pumpkin patch at the Youth 435. forward to. ready to go before a true promotion board also in the Navy. As the lone servicemember Advice to junior Troopers: Center this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 11 Sign up is at Ocean Enterprises Dive • NEX sale Saturday and Sunday now.” in her family right now, she said she has no “Maintain professionalism at a.m. The event is open to all ages and the Shop or through underwaterpumpkin@ starting at 9 a.m. Due to her demeanor and presence plans of ending her career anytime soon. all times” entire Guantanamo Bay community. gmail.com. • Vans skateboard demo at Cooper of mind, Williamson was named not only “I plan on staying in,” she shared. “I like Free crafts, snacks and hayrides will be th For more information, contact Chris Field skate park at 4 p.m. Friday. Soldier of the Month for the 525 , but also the discipline and the structure. I’ve grown up station. After a rough time in basic training, provided. Kenisha Stewart, librarian from Hileman at x9831. • Following skate demo -- live music the Trooper of the Quarter for the joint a lot [since joining]. I just can’t imagine not Williamson said she was doubting her career the naval station library, will conduct story performed by John Taglieri at the task force. 1st Sgt. Jason Schofield, first being in the military.” in the Army. But her time here on the island time at 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Tiki Bar at 9 p.m. sergeant for the 525th Headquarters and Williamson arrived on Guantanamo Bay has changed all that. Karen Simon, CYP director, said every- • 5K race at 7 a.m. Saturday starting Headquarters Company, said she’s worked in December. She had just completed her “I’ve learned a lot from this place,” she one can leave with a free pumpkin. in front of the NEX. hard for the spot. Advanced Individual Training and Joint W.T. Sampson seniors “We did this last year for the first time • Autograph session with Vans “She’s one of those go-getters,” he said. Task Force Guantanamo was her first duty see FOCUS , pg. 19 put on haunted house in GTMO and everyone seemed to really athletes in the NEX atrium at 10 The W.T. Sampson senior class is enjoy it,” said Simon. “This way we bring a.m. Saturday. hosting a haunted house in the old wine a little bit of home to GTMO.” • Autograph session with chefs from What is the worst Halloween candy? cellar behind the Downtown Lyceum, For more information, contact Simon Diners, Drive-ins and Dives at 2 Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at x2005. p.m. Saturday Donations will be accepted and • Humvee pull at 5 p.m. Saturday in proceeds will go to the seniors for their front of NEX. class trip. For more information, contact • Lunch from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1st Sgt. Brian Stuckey at x8585. Liberty hosts zombie Sunday will be served with food provided by Diner, Drive-ins and paintball tournament Dives chefs. Guantanamo Bay Liberty is hosting a There will be over $12,000 worth of Halloween costume zombie paintball tournament, Saturday, at gift cards and prizes given away over the 5:30 p.m. at the paintball range. weekend and three grand prizes valued at “Black licorice. Nobody likes “I don’t like candy corn. I would “Candy corn, they taste gross.” “The Peeps, they taste nasty party at O’Kelly’s pub The event is for unaccompanied active $2,500 each. black licorice.” rather have chocolate.” with that marshmallow filling.” Morale, Welfare and Recreation, in duty servicemembers only at no cost. For more information, contact Good at conjunction with the Navy Exchange’s Sign up in advance at Deer Point liberty x74358. Spc. Utilitiesman Tech Sgt. Operations Specialist John Dupree 2nd Class Jamie Hedrick 2nd Class John Marine Eddie Fort Boots on the Ground h e i r e a g e Ne w s f r o m t h e Ba y | T W | P 4 | Ne w s Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 5 Pumpkin carving contest kicks off Halloween week
Story and photos by Sgt. Mathieu Perry
Military members came together to show off their ghoulish side, Sunday, at Marine Hill and the Tierra Kay housing during Morale, Welfare and Recreation Liberty’s Evil Pumpkin Carving Contest. Carvers of all experience levels plied their skills for the awards given to the top three spots, which were voted on by other unaccompanied active duty military personnel at the MWR locations. Hospital Corpsman Chase Permenter came in first place, followed by Air Force Maj. Amy Oliver in second. Hospitalman Laney Smith rounded out the top three finishers. Jill Lynch, MWR Liberty manager, said the turn out was great for the inaugural event and hopes to make next year even more popular. “Everybody had a great time Gary Scott, left center for team JDG, hits a pop fly and we had at least one person during the team’s game against the Vigilant Warriors who had never carved a pumpkin at Cooper Field and Sports Complex, Oct. 21. The Vigilant Warriors, made up of 525th Military Police in their life,” said Lynch. “So it Battalion Soldiers, are currently undefeated. is always a good thing to have a new pumpkin carver added to the world.” Lynch acknowledged the climate on Guantanamo Bay lacks MWR softball season swings into action the traditional shift of seasons many Americans are used to and wanted to bring a reminder Base’s most popular sport boasts record participants, teams of home to servicemembers stationed or deployed here. Story and photo by Spc. Kelly Gary Dana Satore, catcher for team JDG, said with three wins. “We don’t really have much she has played softball since she was eight “The competition is going to be fierce of a temperature change here,” Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s fall years old. like every league,” Morrison said. “It she said. “Carving pumpkins softball season has begun with games played “I love sports,” she said. “I played will be interesting to see who takes this is definitely an American fall each week at Cooper Field and Sports football and volleyball and now we are back championship.” tradition and I wanted to offer Lance Cpl. Tyler Truesdale Complex. (left), attached to Marine at softball.” Even though the challenge is part of the people a little taste of home.” Corps Security Forces Team wins and losses are already unveiling Satore said not only does the league sport, in the end Morrison said she believes Lynch said the intent of any Company, steadies his the stronger and weaker of the league. Alana provide something to do, it also inspires each person should have a good time. MWR event is to provide an oasis pumpkin as Hospitalman Morrison, MWR sports coordinator, believes Laney Smith, attached to U.S. teamwork and physical fitness. “We hope that everyone who comes out from the isolation of island life Naval Hospital Guantanamo it is a fun sport for everyone to play. “The camaraderie and team support is and plays enjoys the league and just has fun,” by providing a common baseline Bay, punches an access “The great thing about this sport is no door on the bottom of their great,” she said. “The sport provides exercise Morrison exclaimed. with which to form friendships. jack-o’-lantern at the Marine matter your age, gender or experience, you and competition as well.” While the number of players and teams “With a lot of activities we Hill Morale, Welfare and can have a good time and have a chance at Competition is already heating up; has increased significantly, Morrison still sponsor, I just hope people come Recreation Liberty center, winning,” she said. “This sport is a great Sunday. Smith went on to Morrison said the 525th Military Police urges everyone to recruit more participants out to participate and get the finish in third place during opportunity to meet other [community Battalion’s team, the Vigilant Warriors, are and put together more teams. opportunity to make new friends MWR Liberty’s Evil Pumpkin members].” looking to become this season’s champions, “I always like to challenge the GTMO and find other people to buddy Carving contest. Of all the leagues, softball attracts the but Team MANAAF and the GTMO Latinos community to register more teams each up with and go do things,” she most players. The number of participants should not be discounted. As of Tuesday, league,” said Morrison. “More teams means said. has doubled since last season, with around the GTMO Latinos had four wins and one more leagues and tournaments. MWR sports For Master-at-Arms Seaman 300 participants playing for 14 teams, said loss and the Vigilant Warriors, BEEF/474, wants to see everyone at the next softball Christopher Marlink, carving a Morrison. and the Beantown All-Stars are undefeated game!” see CARVING, page 19
Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 6 Sp o r t s | | Ne w s Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 7 Integritas! Steeped in pride and tradition, new monthly
JTF award has honor bound roots. Story by Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Cossel
t the core of each of our “There is no other award like this in the the normal call of duty in supporting the beloved services’ values JTF,” said JTF Command Master Chief JTF mission. Along with those words, is integrity. Whether it be Reynaldo Tiong. nominated units can have no alcohol-related honor,a courage, commitment or the litany Founded under former JTF Command incidents during the month, there can be of Army values – integrity is the string that Master Chief Scott Fleming, the Integritas no pending non-judicial punishments, zero binds them all together. Award recognizes an outstanding unit pending administrative actions and the Like so many words in the English or section within the task force over the command must adhere to the moral and language, the word integrity has its period of a month. ethical standards as set forth in JTF policy originations in Latin. Speaking at the 2000 In one of his last interviews with The letters. Joint Services Conference on Professional Wire, Fleming noted he learned of the But the responsibilities don’t end once Ethics, former Marine Corps commandant program while working at Camp Bucca in the award is given. Receiving sections are Gen. Charles Krulak noted, “it refers Iraq. Fleming said he saw first hand how charged with displaying the helmet in a to the putting on of armor, of building the distinct trophy, a Roman Centurion’s place of pride and expected to provide a completeness … a wholeness … a helmet with the striking red plumage, security and sanctity while it’s in their care. wholeness in character. How appropriate was a source of pride for the receiving During the first senior enlisted that the word integrity is a derivative of unit. It was a program he was anxious to meeting for the month of October, Tiong two words describing the character of a launch with the hopes it would generate announced JTF-GTMO Maritime Security member of the profession of arms.” the same level of prestige it found in the Detachment had unanimously won the Krulak explained during the height of halls of Camp Bucca. Following Fleming’s award. Tiong said all the nominating packets the Roman Empire, at morning inspections, departure in June, the program lay dormant were exceptionally strong and he was proud soldiers would strike their breastplate at the until reinvigorated by Tiong. of the great work being accomplished by point where the armor covered the heart Speaking to the senior enlisted Troopers of the task force, but in the end, with their right fist. In order to protect the community when he brought the program the Coast Guard unit prevailed. soldier from swords and arrows, armor back, Tiong said it was important there be an In presenting the trophy, JTF had to be well constructed and cared for. award that spoke to the professionalism and Guantanamo Commander Rear Adm. Upon striking the protective covering, integrity of the task force and recognized David Woods congratulated Senior Chief the legionnaire would shout “Integritas!” the sections that best exemplified those Petty Officer Stephen Haig, the unit’s meaning “material wholeness, completeness values. senior enlisted leader. and entirety.” Upon hearing the call and the “This is an award that is voted and vetted “In actions and deeds you have show distinct ring well-kept armor gave off, the solely by the senior enlisted community yourselves worthy of this first presentation inspecting officer would move on to the and then presented by the admiral,” Tiong of the Integritas trophy,” Woods said. next soldier. explained. “This makes the Integritas Currently, the helmet resides in the Integritas, along with the Latin word Award unique and something all sections office and conference room of JTF-GTMO “integer,” meaning undiminished, complete, should strive for.” Maritime Security Detachment commander, perfect, form the modern word integrity. In the nominating process, the senior Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Keith Utley, a place It is upon this foundation members of enlisted member of a section sends up a of pride and distinction. That is, until the the Joint Task Force Guantanamo senior citation to Tiong. In that write-up, the next presentation when sections around Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Cossel enlisted leader community developed the section must demonstrate in actions how the JTF will strike their armor to prove Illustration by Spc. Kelly Gary Integritas Award. their members went above and beyond their mettle and shout “Integritas!” Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 8 Fe a t u r e | | Fe a t u r e Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 9 UEEN Q EES The Wire sitsB down with the JTF’s five female Seabees to chat about respect, hard hats and working in a man’s world.
Story and photos by Spc. Kelly Gary
Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 10 Fe a t u r e | | Fe a t u r e Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 11 (opposite page, from left) Steel Worker 2nd Class Rejuny Caswell, Equipment Operator 3rd Class Shannon Jefferson, Electrician 2nd Class Ekene Warner, Builder 2nd Class Kacey Nyberg and Yeomen Chief Nadean Storey flex their muscles at the Navy Mobile Construction Battalion 23 compound, heir hardhats must fit over their tied-back hair. They know facilities project. She said not only does being female cause comrades Wednesday. their tools and equipment. They exhibit strength and can- to second guess her decisions, but she is also younger and one of the do attitudes. They are modern day Rosie the Riveters. They lowest-ranking on the crew. (this page, clockwise from left) Nyberg poses are the female Seabees. “It definitely takes a lot to initially earn respect,” said Nyberg. inside the woodshop; TWhile combat roles in the military are closed to women, pouring “Sometimes you have to do twice as much work to prove you are Caswell clamps a welding wire by the steel concrete, bulldozing structures and welding are duties open to qualified.” workers shop; Warner females, yet still considered a man’s job. Throughout history, women Despite the difficulty gaining deference, she said her current strikes a pose; Jefferson have been working to show they have what it takes. mission has been a positive experience. shows off a bulldozer and Storey brings out Seabees have been building bases, paving thousands of miles “Here in GTMO, I have the best crew that anybody could ask paperwork to make sure of roadway and airstrips and accomplishing a wide variety of for,” Nyberg said. “They work hard and do their job and respect her Sailors’ pay is in construction projects around the globe dating back to World War II. me.” order. In 1972, after getting her cross rate approved, Camella Jones became Construction Electrician 2nd Class Ekene Warner, with 13 years the first enlisted female Seabee and paved the way for future ladies. in the Navy, said she believes everyone should be treated by the way In July when Navy Mobile Construction Battalion 23 from Fort they act and how they carry out the mission. Yet, she too felt like she Belvoir, Va., arrived on island, the crew was made up of 80 Sailors, had to earn the respect of her leadership and peers. only five of them female. “As a female going into any unit you have to prove yourself,” said Even though there are only five females, their jobs and experiences Warner. “After you demonstrate you can do your job, you no longer cover a wide range of duties. While sharing the unique status of female have anything to prove.” Seabee, they also differ in several ways, including rate, expertise, Warner’s leadership believes she has shown she is proficient. background and stories. “CE2 Warner is not only our (detachment) Seabee Combat important, and in her case that is an understatement. Builder 2nd Class Kacey Nyberg creates structures using different Warfare coordinator, but she is also the safety petty officer and no “I love welding,” she said. “I could weld all day and be entirely materials. The only blonde of the bunch, her sunny smile is a light joke when it comes to business,” said Yeoman Chief Nadean Storey, content.” contrast to her athletic build. She never planned on joining the military administrative chief for NMBC23. Caswell’s dreams of joining the Marine Corps were postponed – one day she was watching television and less than two weeks later After six deployments, working around the world and eight of her when she became pregnant with her first son. She opted to join the she was on her way to boot camp. Even though there were other years active duty, Warner believes she has found the key to a superior Navy instead and her dreams of joining the military were fulfilled. services recruiting in the same area, the Navy office happened to be work ethic – a passion for your job. When she inquired if there was a job that would involve her passion playing Linkin Park’s “Point of Authority” and thus she was sold. “I love what I do,” she put simply. “We have a very unique for welding, steel worker was a perfect fit. Back home, Caswell runs “It was a whim,” said Nyberg. “I saw a commercial on TV and left camaraderie and I love working with my hands.” a woodshop with her husband so in addition to having welding eight days later.” “There are a lot of females on this mission,” said Steel Worker experience she also brings planning and directing skills to the table. When it came to picking a rate, she simply went along with the 2nd Class Rejuny Caswell. “Often on missions there will be only two Caswell said even though there may be a little different dynamic recruiter’s suggestion to be a builder. Nyberg already had dreams of or three.” for females, the Bees are accepting of everyone. building her own nightclub one day. Most people wouldn’t picture Caswell with her slender frame and “There are a few individuals who have issues when a female Four and a half years down the road and on her second wavy waist-length hair behind a welding helmet but she has had the is put into a leadership position,” she continued. “Otherwise, my deployment, Nyberg is the crew leader for the Windmill Beach head hobby since high school. She agreed being devoted to what you do see SEEBEAS, pg. 19
Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 12 Fe a t u r e | | Fe a t u r e Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 13 In The Trenches On The Deck Obama: All U.S. troops out of Iraq by year’s end CNO speaks at 20th International Seapower Symposium By Jim Garamone By Lt. John Ripley requirements. everything from production Prosperity through Maritime “It is clear that exercises chains to cyber domains being Partnerships.” As part of the WASHINGTON – All U.S. servicemembers will leave Iraq by the end NEWPORT, R.I. – Chief and operations together build connected. event, three panel discussions led of the year, President Barack Obama announced Oct. 21. About 40,000 U.S. servicemembers are in the country, and all will be of Naval Operations Adm. confidence, and clearly it builds Additionally, he highlighted by international leaders focused Jonathan W. Greenert closed the trust,” said Greenert, highlighting relationships and partnerships “home for the holidays,” Obama said. on maritime security challenges, The president made the announcement after speaking with Iraqi largest International Seapower the value of personnel exchanges and how they can impact future responsive partnerships, and Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. Symposium in the annual between maritime forces and the operations. evolving demands. gathering’s history at the U.S. need for standard concepts of “Today, I can report that as promised, the rest of our troops in Iraq “Military-to-military First held in 1969, ISS has will come home by the end of the year. After nearly nine years, America’s Naval War College, Oct. 21. operations. interactions and relationships can become the largest gathering Speaking to participants Greenert focused on three war in Iraq will be over,” the president said. “The last American Soldiers have a great leverage particularly of maritime leaders in history. will cross the border out of Iraq with their heads held high, proud of from 111 nations in attendance, takeaways from the symposium: in a disaster,” he said. “Those ISS provides a forum for the Greenert reflected on the their success and knowing that the American people stand united in our economic interdependency, personal relationships make all the world’s maritime leaders to President Barack Obama talks with Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki of Iraq insights he received from regional support for our troops. That is how America’s military efforts in Iraq the importance of people to difference.” discuss common maritime during a secure video teleconference in the Situation Room of the White discussions at the symposium will end.” House, Oct. 21. interoperability and the value of In closing, he reiterated challenges and to promote – interoperability is the key to personal relationships. The United States will maintain a close alliance with Iraq, the president the importance he places on international maritime security the success of global maritime “This interdependency and said, and the withdrawal means the relationship between the countries developing cooperative efforts cooperation. The discussions operations; maritime security, the changing demographics... will be just like that between the United States with any other country. as the United States offers assistance to countries around the world. including anti-piracy measures, [are going to] have a huge that can help share capabilities, offer opportunities for future Obama said it will be “an equal partnership based on mutual interests “There will be some difficult days ahead for Iraq, and the United can be enhanced by sharing influence and importance in our technology, and approaches to regional and international and mutual respect.” States will continue to have an interest in an Iraq that is stable, secure and technology and information; and maritime security in the future,” working together. collaboration in seeking Obama said he and Maliki agreed that a meeting of the Higher self-reliant,” the president said. “Just as Iraqis have persevered through assets devoted to an operation said Greenert. Global economies The theme of this year’s solutions to global maritime Coordinating Committee of the Strategic Framework Agreement will war, I’m confident that they can build a future worthy of their history as should match the mission are truly interdependent with symposium was “Security and challenges. convene in the coming weeks, and that he invited the Iraqi leader to the cradle of civilization.” Washington to plan the future relationship. The United States also is reducing the number of troops deployed “This will be a strong and enduring partnership, with our diplomats to Afghanistan. He noted that when he took office in January 2009, Coast to and civilian advisers in the lead; will help Iraqis strengthen institutions more than 180,000 U.S. servicemembers were deployed to Iraq and Inside the Jar that are just, representative and accountable; will build new ties of trade Afghanistan. coast and of commerce, culture and education, that unleash the potential of “By the end of this year, that number will be cut in half. And make the Iraqi people; will partner with an Iraq that contributes to regional no mistake: It will continue to go down,” the president said. US Marines lend gentle hand to orphanage USCG returns 52 security and peace, just as we insist that other nations respect Iraq’s The president said the United States is moving forward from a sovereignty,” Obama said. position of strength. The war in Iraq will end in December. The number By Gunnery Sgt. J. L. Wright Jr. who could not afford proper returned to the orphanage to migrants home The United States will offer to help Iraq train and equip its forces, just of Americans in Afghanistan will continue to go down. As these medical care. Graff began spend some additional time QUEZON CITY, Philippines working there in 2000 when with the children from the MIAMI – The Coast Guard – U.S. Marines in support of she was approached with a orphanage. repatriated 52 Cuban migrants On the Wing 3rd Marine Expeditionary malnourished baby. “Events like this will build to Bahia de Cabañas, Cuba, Brigade visited the Gentle “Someone handed me the memories that last a lifetime,” Saturday. SecAF: Stay focused on readiness during challenging times Hands Orphanage in Quezon said Navy Cmdr. Jack L. Caver, The migrants were baby, and I went straight to By Jenny Gordon the mission in Iraq and Afghanistan,” he said. includes ensuring wages and benefits packages the 3rd Marine Expeditionary interdicted at sea during four City Oct. 21-23 as part of a the hospital,” she said. “They “We continue to fight against Al Qaeda and are sustainable into the future. Brigade chaplain and native of separate cases since Oct. 12. community relations event told me he couldn’t stay there ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga. – Secretary its global affiliates and are also supporting the “We are committed to making sure that the East Alton, Ill. “It’s really nice Two Cuban migrants were during Amphibious Landing because he was going to die. I of the Air Force Michael Donley toured the NATO mission in Libya.” United States continues to have the world’s to be able to give back to the transferred to Naval Station Exercise 2012. was horrified, but I took him Robins Air Force Base and spoke to more than Donley also discussed the budget constraints finest Air Force for generations to come,” he community. We’re showing Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, for Gentle Hands, a Christian home. I fed him, and I cared 250 Airmen during an all call, Oct. 17-18. facing the nation and the potential effects of continued. gratitude for the things they further processing, Monday. child and youth welfare for him. That boy is now in the Donley, currently in his fourth year as those on the Air Force. Balance will be important as well, whether do for us.” “U.S. Coast Guard policy agency, provides shelter third grade. He was adopted by secretary, said it had been more than 20 years “Our Air Force last year identified $33 across core functions, on readiness and Community relations is to deter and respond to and care to children ranging an American family, and he is since his last visit. He complimented the strong billion in efficiencies across the future year’s modernization needs, or across active duty, projects like this one not only dangerous and illegal maritime in ages from birth to high perfectly healthy.” community support enjoyed by the base and defense plan, which we were allowed to reinvest Reserve, and Air National Guard components, benefit the community, but migration by intercepting school. The orphanage is During the first visit, recognized the importance of the base to the into the Air Force,” he noted. “But we know Donley said. also help Marines see how vessels pursuing perilous and going forward that efficiencies alone will not be currently home to 50 people. Marines helped move rebar nation. “In the Air Force, we have determined much they have to give. illegal voyages,” said, Capt. “This is a great mission, and it’s extremely enough.” “Hospitals will call me and and bags of cement for the that balance is key to our resourcing strategy “Taking someone out of Brendan McPherson, 7th important to the warfighter to have their Expected reductions in future defense ask, ‘Do you want this baby?’ renovation of the orphanage, to accommodate the uncertainty in the fiscally their comfort zone to see Coast Guard District chief of equipment coming here for refurbishment and spending are in line with what military leaders and my answer is always yes,” watched movies with the young challenged future we face,” Donley said. people who have so much enforcement.”We continue to overhaul,” he said. “It has always been to me had anticipated, Donley said, and will extend said Charity Graff, the owner children and played basketball Although the Air Force of tomorrow will less is truly humbling,” said maintain a robust presence of a remarkable process: these aging airframes roughly into the next 10 years. Although of Gentle Hands. “I know with the older ones. likely be smaller, Donley said expectations are Staff Sgt. Shawn M. Cottrel, cutters and aircraft throughout come in, get completely torn down and leave implementing the reductions will be tough, that when the hospital calls The following day, they that it will remain fully effective. This means a communications technician the Caribbean to prevent here almost like new aircraft. Everything you Donley said the savings are achievable. me, it means they have no that many installations will look and operate delivered food and medicine to controller in support of 3rd illegal migration and migrant do here is critical.” “To get these savings, we will need to accept differently. where else to go.” the Malabon community, as well MEB. “We, as Americans, smuggling activities.” While Airmen are doing outstanding work greater risks in some areas,” he said. “We’re going to terminate some programs, streamline However, taking care of people and Graff ’s mother started as sang, played basketball and sometimes forget how much All migrants interdicted all across the Air Force, the service finds itself in extremely challenging times and faces a very and delay others, and continue to drive efficiency advancing Air Force capabilities, through the orphanage in 1990 as spent time with the children. we have, and it’s essential that were provided with food, a birthing clinic for those On the final day, Marines we find time to give back.” complex security environment, Donley said. in our operations.” programs like the Joint Strike Fighter, the water, shelter and basic medical “Our Air Force is fully engaged today in Donley said supporting service members KC-46A and the Long Range Strike family of attention. four major lines of operation, with finishing and their families will remain job one, which systems, will remain priorities, Donley said. Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 14 At Yo u r Se r v i c e | | At Yo u r Se r v i c e Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 15 Movie Review PG-13 US, North Korea ‘narrow 113 min. differences’ in Geneva talks Voice of America News Service The State Department said Tuesday U.S. and North Korean officials narrowed their differences on resuming Chinese-sponsored six-party negotiations on Pyongyang’s nuclear program in a two-day set of talks in Army Sgt. Meredith Vincent Geneva. But, U.S. officials say there I really wanted the reboot of 1984’s were no breakthroughs and that the generational game-changer, “Footloose” to be process will take some time. Officials are expressing cautious bad. Horribly bad. Disgustingly bad. It’s been a optimism about the results of the while since anything on this page was rated less Geneva meetings, but say it could take than three banana rats, so I wanted a movie bad months to find out if North Korea is enough to write a scathing review, complete willing to take the “concrete” steps with cruel comparisons, mean metaphors and President Barack Obama outlines a plan to allow millions of student needed to re-start the nuclear talks. enough snark to make a person wince. loan recipients to lower their payments and consolidate their loans to students and faculty at Auraria Events Center in Denver, Wednesday. In the latest sign of an improved It seems the joke was on me, because – photo by AP atmosphere between North Korea 2011’s “Footloose” is surprisingly fresh, funny and other parties in the stalled six-way and, unfortunately, unworthy of all my pent up negotiations, senior U.S. and North cinematic aggression. Fail. Korean diplomats met behind closed The newer version actually does an doors for two days of meetings in admirable job of sticking to the former’s Obama announces changes to ease loan burdens Geneva. storyline, an impressive feat considering how U.S. special envoy for North Korea Voice of America News Service them to save more money. much the world as changed since 1984. When Stephen Bosworth said the sides Obama said this will potentially help Kevin Bacon so famously cut loose to Kenny narrowed some differences and that the lead proved false. Thank the boot-scootin’ and tumble scenes with either her bad boy ex President Barack Obama announced 1.6 million students and graduates, provide Loggins, there were no iPods bursting with hit gods! Kenny Wormald makes his starring role or her holier than thou father (Quaid). Wednesday steps aimed at making it easier the tone was positive and generally students with more certainty, and help boost constructive. singles, no cellphones to confiscate in class and debut with style, attitude and serious acting Almost stealing the entire show is newcomer for U.S. college students to pay off their the economy. no Facebook for teenagers to post their every chops, helping to usher this remake from the Miles Teller as Ren’s loyal second banana, education loans. In announcing the actions, His North Korean counterpart, “Because you will have some certainty, Vice Foreign Minister Kim Kye Gwan thought. Therefore, the most challenging task bad idea pile to the how-did-they-pull-this-off Willard. In a memorably hilarious montage, the president pointed to a new report detailing knowing that is only a certain percentage of for filmmakers (beside recasting Bacon – more pile. Wormald, whose previous credits include Ren attempts to show the awkward Willard the continuing rise in the cost of higher sounded more upbeat, citing “big your income that is going to pay off your improvements” in some areas and on that later) was merging the past with the being Justin Timberlake’s backup dancer and how to get his groove on. While Hough is education in the United States. student loans, that means you will be more present. the straight-to-DVD sequel “Center Stage: the beauty and Wormald is the talent, Teller In his remarks at the University of Colorado saying remaining differences will be confident and comfortable to buy a house solved when the sides meet again. They achieve this by taking the movie’s Turn It Up,” is an electrifying performer is arguably the heart of the film. He brings a at Denver, the president used a personal or save for retirement. And that will give our hero, Ren MacCormack, and transplanting him with depth, humor and a surprising relatable warmth and looseness to every scene and his example and some humor to illustrate the Briefing reporters, State Department economy a boost when it desperately needs Spokeswoman Victoria Nuland said from Boston to Bomont, a sleepy, southern demeanor that makes you instinctively root for chemistry with Wormald rivals that of Hough. pressures that sharply rising education costs it,” said the president. town that’s big on God but lacking in spirit. place on Americans. there were no breakthroughs and that it him, even when Ren is being a bit of a putz. Keep an eye on both these cats – they’re here Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said might take some time to learn if North Still reeling from a car crash that killed four The president recalled the burden that he However talented, he doesn’t carry the to stay. the changes will help students and graduates in Korea is prepared to do what is needed teenagers, the community seeks solace in local movie on his own. As his female lead, fiesty Making a remake of a classic like and his wife Michelle struggled with in paying the current difficult economic environment. off about $120,000 in student loans after they to revive the six-party talks. reverend Shaw Moore, who uses his sway with Julianne Hough plays Ariel, a daddy’s-little- “Footloose” is risky business. You pretty much “These are changes that will make a big “We’ve narrowed the differences but the city council to impose a strict curfew and, girl-gone-bad who quickly sets her sights on dare the entire movie-going community to spit graduated from law school. difference in the lives of college students as “We combined and got poorer together. there is quite a bit of work still to do,” of course, ban all loud music. Ren. The couple has a natural chemistry but at you. That’s why this film is such a triumph. well as recent graduates, who are entering she said. “I think you know where we We combined our liabilities not our assets. So Enter Ren. Rumors that “High School more importantly, Hough, also in her first I wanted to hate it, I really did. But dang, if I one of the toughest job markets in recent have been on the six-party talks. First, we were paying more on our student loans Musical” alum Zac Efron would be taking over starring role, doesn’t shy away from the rough didn’t like it enough for three banana rats! memory,” said Duncan. that the north-south dialogue needs than we paid on our mortgage each month,” But critics note that the changes will affect to continue and second that we need he said. a fraction of those who have borrowed to pay to see real concrete steps, concrete 28 f r i . 29 s a t . 30 s u n . 31 m o n . 32 t u e s . 33 w e d . 34 t h u r s . Obama pointed to a new report from the for their education, will apply only to federal commitments by the North Koreans on Warrior Apollo 18 Contagion Fright Night The Help Our Idiot Brother The Dept College Board showing the average tuition college loans, and that current borrowers their nuclear obligations.” (PG-13) 8 p.m. (PG-13) 8 p.m. (PG-13) 8 p.m. (last showing) (last showing) (R) 8 p.m. (R) 8 p.m. at private colleges in the United States went would not be eligible for adjustments. A senior U.S. official said the (R) 10 p.m. (PG-13) 8 p.m. up by more than 4 percent - 8.3 percent at The changes are the third in a series of North Korean team was given detailed Footloose Conan the four-year public colleges - during the past (PG-13) 10 p.m. Barbarian executive orders Obama is issuing that are proposals to take back to the leadership (R) 10 p.m. year. That’s faster than inflation and income designed to bypass opposition by Republicans in Pyongyang and that given its track
Lyceum growth. in Congress to his economic and jobs record on such issues, it will probably Downtown One step the president announced will proposals. be a matter of weeks if not months allow college graduates enrolled in an existing Columbiana The Help Shark Night Conan the Barbarian Footloose Our Idiot Brother “I intend to do everything in my power before a decision is made. Contagion government program to pay back student (PG-13) 8 p.m. (PG-13) 8 p.m. (last showing) (PG-13) 8 p.m. (last showing) (PG-13) 8 p.m. (R) 8 p.m. right now to act on behalf of the American North Korea agreed in principle (PG-13) 8 p.m. (R) 8 p.m. loans at a maximum rate equal to 10 percent people - with or without Congress,” said in 2005 to scrap its nuclear program Fright Night Warrior of their disposable income, rather than 15 Obama. including a presumed small stockpile (last showing) (PG-13) 10 p.m. percent, and be eligible for debt forgiveness Earlier this week, Obama announced a of weapons in return for aid and Camp Camp (R) 10 p.m. on their remaining debt in 20 years instead of plan to make it easier for Americans with diplomatic incentives from other Bulkeley 25. federally-backed mortgages to refinance their members of the six-party talks-Japan, Another rule change would help students home loans and save money, and another Russia, South Korea, the United States consolidate multiple loans into one federally- to encourage businesses to hire returning and host China. Call MWR at ext. 2010 for more information. Movie Hotline - call 4880. backed loan at a lower interest rate, allowing military veterans. Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 16 At t h e Mo v i e s | | Ne w s y o u c a n Us e Th e Wi r e | Pa g e 17 SEABEES cont. Mind, Body & Soul experience has been the Bees actually embrace deployment,” she said. “I have learned how home is central to having a strong relationship. females.” to operate a lot of equipment I don’t get to One of the leading obstacles for all of the Feeling accepted is important to Caswell. at home.” women is leaving family. Storey said it is one Check yo’ self before you wreck yo’self: She said it is an empowering feeling when one Jefferson says while this has been a great of the most challenging aspects. of the girls outdoes one of the guys. experience, she is glad to be in a reserve unit “I can deal with everyday issues but not “There is nothing quite like seeing the ‘Holy so she can get the best of both worlds. being there for the parties, graduations or just Tips for staying injury free #$@%, you can actually do the job better than “I love the fact I can be a part of the Navy being there when someone needs to talk can me’ look on their face,” she laughed. and have a civilian job as well,” Jefferson said. wear on me emotionally,” she said. When she or another female’s abilities are “I get to acquire two skills at one time.” “Sticking together is important as female Pfc. Justin Pierce questioned, Caswell said there is only one way Storey transferred to the Bees in 2004 to Bees,” said Caswell. “We are here to embrace Guantanamo’s sport-loving community to combat it. assist with the administrative department. and uplift each other.” has plenty of routes toward letting their “You got to have a positive attitude,” she Being the highest ranking of the females, she At the end of the day, the women of inner athletes shine. Whether shooting the said. “You have to be confident and just do said she has seen things from many different NMCB23 know they have come a long way fade away, swinging for the stands, or even your job to the best of your ability.” perspectives. Most important in her book – together, even while their futures look as if just ripping out some sick stunts in the skate Being 22 years old and an E4 doesn’t stop teamwork. they will be turning in many new and different park, safety is paramount. We all know the Equipment Operator 3rd Class Shannon “There is no such thing as doing it on your directions. Whether it is to switch services, importance of wearing proper equipment as Jefferson from taking initiative. With delicate own,” said Storey. “Working on projects takes commission to officer, further her education well as the aches and pains that can come features and a graceful way of carrying herself, a joint effort.” or simply strengthen her skill set and move when we don’t. While proper equipment it is hard to picture her behind a wrecking Storey said she is there for all the females up the ranks, each woman has goals and helps prevent injury, it’s not the do all, end all. Injury prevention starts with your body. ball. Just the same, Jefferson has no qualms and all the Bees. dreams for the future. For now, however, they Knowing your abilities, training for your jumping into the driver’s seat. Yet, as an EO in “I will be around a few more years to help are determined to accomplish the mission at sport and being physically ready all play a a reserve unit, she hasn’t had much experience those I can,” said Storey. “Because it’s not just hand. part in ensuring you can handle the big hit on machines. Coming to Guantanamo Bay on about me but rather it’s about those who are “There are always ups and downs,” when it comes your way. her first mission overseas, Jefferson had a lot coming up behind me.” concluded Caswell. “But overall I would have Staying injury free starts out with more opportunity to explore her rate. The women agree helping each other with to say I truly enjoy the Navy and being a understating your own abilities. Sun Tzu’s “I have learned many things on this the daily stresses as well as with issues back Seabee.” Art of War covers our first point nicely, “If you know neither yourself nor your enemy, BODY cont. FOCUS cont. you will always endanger yourself.” Our Training for your sport might cramps away is a good warm up. acknowledged. “When I first Soldiers before they think about foe, injury, rears his ugly face in a host of make you more resilient, but if Showing up early doesn’t just came here, I didn’t know a lot themselves.” different ways depending on the sport and you don’t have your game face keep your coach from pulling about being in the real Army. Schofield has no doubts your position. This versatile villain makes on when the whistle blows, his hair out when he’s filling out But I have great leadership and about the young private first knowing your own abilities even more it won’t mean squat. Physical the roster. It gives you a chance I’ve grown a lot.” class. He believes her leadership necessary. Taking an honest look at yourself readiness plays a major role in to reinforce all of these tips. Williamson said it was that skills will guide her through can be a fairly humbling experience. In the keeping you safe and it also Warming up offers a chance to leadership that has made a whatever comes next. Abilities assessed, it’s time to start working thing as non-contact football. Unsurprisingly, end though, knowing what you’ve got to ensures your best performance. self-check your abilities, practice positive impression on her and “She’ll be a shop supervisor on improvements. Every sport attacks your these candid moments where we reach out to work with gives a baseline for improvement. It also starts well ahead of the your role on the field, and helps taught her more about what soon enough,” he said So how do you go about assessing your body in a different way, but with fall flag our adversaries in such a rough manner are with transitioning from the daily type of Soldier she wants to confidently. “I see her mentoring where most football injuries come from. That play clock. If you have a game abilities? Well, for the most part YOU don’t. football kicking off; let’s look at some ways to grind into the night-lit battle. be. Very soon she will earn and coaching and teaching her said, if you want to improve your chances coming up, make sure you’re well Online guides often offer simple tests anyone keep yourself off the bench and on the field. Staying injury free allows her E4 rank and pin on the Soldiers to do the things that’s of avoiding injury on the field get used to rested. We all know how nice it is can use, and these work fairly well. Here in That little brown ball usually finds itself right you to keep having fun with the specialist insignia. After that she done and showing the, what next to most injuries in football. I get it, it’s getting knocked down. Dive drills help a lot to stay out late with friends, but Guantanamo, we have an additional asset for sports you love the most. Beyond she looks forward to being a the standard is through her important to keep track of the thing – after in this endeavor. If you practice falling down the night before a sporting event assessments. Several of the MWR fitness that, it also keeps you at the top sergeant, and understands she actions.” all, they did name the sport after it – BUT the right way, you’ll reduce the likelihood of isn’t the night for catting around. staff – Everton Hylton, for example – offer of your game for the work week. must look to her role models in With her time here coming keeping track of yourself and others is just doing it wrong and putting yourself out of Get to bed early so you’re ready this service at no charge, and if you’ve ever to hit the field. Taking other Knowing your limits, training for order to figure out what kind of to an end, Williamson will be seen Everton, it’s clear he knows what he’s as important. Despite the misleading name, the game. precautions also helps increase your sport, and preparing ahead noncommissioned officer she saying goodbye to Guantanamo talking about. there is not now, nor will there ever be, such a see MIND, pg. 19 your alertness, drinking water of time all contribute to the wants to be. Bay and moving on to her next throughout the work day keeps game you bring both on the field “In my section, my NCO duty station. But the experiences you from cramping up on the and at work. Do your part to stay will put our needs before his,” she has gained here will follow GTMO Religious Services field. injury free and you’ll excel on the she said. “I think a good leader her throughout her career and Another way to keep the field and at your job. should always think about their into the future. Daily Catholic Mass Protestant Worship Seventh Day Adventist General Protestant Tues. - Fri. 5:30 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. Saturday 11 a.m. Sunday 11 a.m. Main Chapel Troopers’ Chapel Room B Main Chapel CARVING cont. Vigil Mass Islamic Service Iglesia Ni Christo United Jamaican Halloween pumpkin was a new “Without much experience, secured to the pumpkin and in on contestants, judges and Saturday 5 p.m. Friday 1:15 p.m. Sunday 5:30 a.m. Fellowship life experience. I decided the best way would doing so, the cutting guide wasn’t pumpkins alike, Marlink said he Main Chapel Room C Room A Sunday 11 a.m. be to having a straight forward reliable. Mass Jewish Service Pentecostal Gospel Sanctuary B “I have never carved a began worrying about the more Sunday 9 a.m. Friday 7 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m. & 5 p.m. Gospel Service pumpkin before and it was cool,” approach,” he said. “My plan “If I had it to do over again, experienced competition. Main Chapel Chapel Annex Room D Sunday 1 p.m. said Marlink. “It was fun and a was to use a stencil to help not I would have used more of the “I have only been here five Catholic Mass LDS Service Liturgical Service Main Chapel lot easier than I was expecting.” only in the design phase, but also tools from the pumpkin carving days and didn’t know any one or Saturday 5:30 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. Sunday 10 a.m. GTMO Bay Christian Fellowship Marlink admitted he wasn’t as a guide during cutting. kit,” said Marlink. “I really wish what to expect,” he explained. “I Troopers Chapel Room A Room B Sunday 6 p.m. Church of the Sacred Well Main Chapel really sure of what to do or He acknowledged the I had used the little ghost shaped was just hoping someone would Call x2323 for information where to begin, so he kept things weakness in the project was not cutter for outlining the stencils.” be nice enough to give me a vote simple. having the stencil completely As the heat bore down or two.”
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STAYING SHARP U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Law Enforcement Specialist 3rd Class Kyle Gorham inserts a hypodermic needle into the arm of Machinery Technician 3rd Class Michael Raymond as part of a monthly re-qualification exercise for administering intravenous fluids, Oct. 19. - photo by Army Sgt. Mathieu Perry
GETTING A BITE PUMPKIN HEAD Staff Judge Advocate Tech. Sgt. Suzanne Northern, politely loads up her plate Air Force Maj. Amy Oliver, deputy director of public affairs, displays her jack-o’- during lunch, Wednesday, at Seaside galley. - photo by Army Sgt. Mathieu Perry lantern at MWR’s Marine Hill Liberty center, Sunday. - photo by Army Sgt. Mathieu Perry
PINNING IT DOWN Electronics Technician 2nd Class Gilbert Ramirez (right), a Sailor attached to the Navy Expeditionary Guard Battalion, tosses his ball down the lane at Marblehead Lanes bowling alley, Wednesday night. - photo by Army Sgt. Mathieu Perry