Partywraps up Year of the Air Force Family by Mike Joseph “It’S Our Big Wrap-Up, a Fun Way to Cele- Tion Cardboard Boat Race at 5 P.M

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LACKLAND AIR FORCE BASE, TEXAS • www.lackland.af.mil • Vol. 68 No. 30 • JULY 30, 2010 SECURITY FORCES! HANDS UP! INSIDE Commentary 2 Recognition 6 What’s Happening 18

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Teaching English 12 Photo by Robbin Cresswell Airman 1st Class Dennis Eldridge and Airman Isiah Fowler, both Security Forces Apprentice students with the 343rd Training Squadron, clear the stairwells of a building during an exercise at the Urban Operations Facility at Camp Bullis July 14.

Winning ways 20 Partywraps up Year of the Air Force Family By Mike Joseph “It’s our big wrap-up, a fun way to cele- tion cardboard boat race at 5 p.m. and a Staff Writer brate the Year of the Air Force Family for G-rated outdoor movie at dusk. the entire Lackland community,” said Deb There will also be a drink concession Today’s “Sizzling Summer Block Party” Willey, Airman and Family Services Flight stand, and free hamburgers and hot dogs, by the 802nd Force Support Squadron at chief, 802nd FSS. grilled by the First Sergeants. the Warhawk Fitness Center and pool con- The family event, open to all base per- Ms. Willey said the YoAFF initiative had Happy Anniversary cludes Lackland events under the Year of sonnel, includes a pool party with a disc a positive effect on Lackland. It fostered Joint Base San Antonio the Air Force Family initiative. jockey, children’s activities, indoor sports partnerships and better communication The 502nd Air Base Wing (Joint Base San Antonio) A crowd of 1,500 or more is expected to activities for all ages in the fitness center, between base organizations and agencies was activated on July 31, 2009. officially end 12 months of YoAFF activi- water games every hour, a Spurs activity ties, which began Aug. 1, 2009. booth, a dunking booth, a unit/organiza- See FAMILY P4 PAGE 2 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 COMMENTARY News BRIEFS SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR Editorial staff A Joint Base San Antonio special needs BRIG. GEN. LEONARD PATRICK, resource fair and activity day, presented I’ll call him ‘Rick’ 502ND AIR BASE WING by Army and Air Force family member pro- By Chaplain (Maj.) Jonathan Wade COMMANDER grams, is Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing OSCAR BALLADARES, Morgan’s Wonderland, 5523 David “Suicide is about more than just an abrupt, untimely end DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A Edwards Drive. PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq (AFNS) – I’ll to a human life. It is about unanswered questions, unful- Registration is at http://armypride. call him “Rick.” JOE BELA, wufoo.com/forms/morgans-wonder- In the words of his military friends and filled dreams, possibilities that will never be, a struggle for CHIEF OF INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 land-resource-fair-and-activity-day/. co-workers, Rick was one of the greatest closure that may never come.” guys you’d ever want to meet: A hard SHANNON CARABAJAL, – Chaplain (Maj.) Jonathan Wade working NCO in a high operations tempo MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 DENTAL CLINIC CONSTRUCTION TO START 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing unit, a family man, a compassionate MIKE JOSEPH, Construction begins Aug. 9 on the new friend always seeking opportunities to STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 MacKown Dental Clinic in a two-block help others in his unit succeed. PATRICK DESMOND, area near Wilford Hall Medical Center. The Rick was humble, they said. He would Suicide is about more than just an time to ask him how he is really doing. SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, expected completion date is summer 671-5049 never take credit for his talents, instead abrupt, untimely end to a human life. It Sometimes all a person needs is some- 2012. calling it a “team effort.” is about unanswered questions, unful- one to listen to them. So, talk less, listen PAUL NOVAK, Several parking lots located within the DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 His supervisors noticed, at times, that filled dreams, possibilities that will never more and let your friend share his story construction area, containing about 300 Rick was unusually hard on himself and be, a struggle for closure that may never with you. Office: parking spaces, will be closed during con- seemed depressed about his job abilities, come. If you suspect he may be self-destruc- 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 struction. The fenced off construction area despite the opinion to the contrary of the As one child (now an adult) said of his tive, ask him directly if he is thinking of Lackland AFB, Texas 78236-5103 is north of Luke Avenue – Ladd Street to entire supervisory chain. Then, quite mother’s suicide, “For years, I thought killing himself. Is that uncomfortable? (210) 671-1786; Pepperrell Street, and Kenly Avenue to the suddenly, Rick’s attitude perked up. He that one of the reasons she killed herself Yes, but it can be the most important (fax) 671-2022 E-mail: [email protected] modular trailers near Bong Avenue. seemed to enjoy his job. Gone were the was because she couldn’t get us to brush question you ever ask. Get over the dis- Commander’s Action Line: self-criticisms that had plagued him in our teeth or other things we were sup- comfort and ask him. actionline@lackland. af.mil. Parking is available in three recently the past. His friends noticed, and posed to do.” What if the answer to the question is Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) completed lots along Luke Boulevard For advertising information: remarked about the positive change. He’ll never really know the answer, “yes?” Prime Time Military Newspapers intersections: at Kenly Avenue, Bong Within a week or two, Rick requested and will struggle to find one, just as C – Care for your friend. Don’t leave 2203 S. Hackberry Avenue and Holloman Avenue. San Antonio, Texas 78210 leave so he could take his family on a Rick’s circle of relationships struggles to him alone. Calmly control the situation (210) 534-8848 Additionally, Holloman Avenue from dream vacation. Word was that it was the this day to understand. by continuing to listen without judging (fax) 534-7134 Ladd Street to Pepperrell Street will be Program raises suicide awareness best vacation he and his family had ever Is there good news? Absolutely. Rick’s him. Your job now is to care for your permanently closed. enjoyed together. death taught me early in my career that friend until you can get him to competent For more information, contact the By Mike Joseph offering hope since most having suici- permanent party chaplain staff. Time Staff Writer dal thoughts experience a sense of is allotted for group discussion Upon his return from leave, Rick qui- there is a simple but powerful tool to pre- emergency care. Let him know that there This newspaper is published by Facilities Management Office at 292- etly slipped out of his home and into his vent suicide from taking another life and is help available to navigate him through Prime Time Military Newspapers, a hopelessness. because of the difficulty most people private firm in no way connected with 7171. office in the pre-dawn hours, telling his leaving behind its human wreckage. That his troubles to a place of hope and peace. the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive Participants had high praise for a Two attendees from a recent have talking about suicide. wife there was unfinished business he tool is you! E – Escort your friend to the emer- written contract with Lackland AFB, Lackland training program that teach- safeTALK training session were In addition to raising intervention Texas. This commercial enterprise Air FREE BOOSTER SEATS AVAILABLE had to complete. She thought nothing of As servicemembers, we would fight to gency room. His emotional wound is as Force newspaper is an authorized es skills to recognize potential suicide impressed with the course. awareness, the training gives partici- publication for members of the U.S. Free vehicle booster seats for qualify- signs. “The training was exceptional; pants skills on how to recognize it, as Rick often gave up his free time for the death to save our wingman from life-threatening as a shrapnel wound to military services. Contents of the work needs. Rick carefully stacked proj- death at the hands of the enemy. When the heart. Don’t leave your friend alone Talespinner are not necessarily the ing children of military identification SafeTALK (Suicide Alertness for everyone should have it,” said Master potential warning signs, to communi- official views of, or endorsed by, the cardholders will be available at Freedom ect binders and folders on his desk with we fight, we fight for each other. until you find the expertise to help him. U.S. government, the Department of Everyone; Tell, Ask, Listen, and Sgt. Thomas Petterson, 59th cate confidently and help make con- notes to co-workers of what was unfin- Whether the firefight is with an external He may give you many reasons he doesn’t Defense, or the Department of the Air Chapel, 8 a.m. to noon, Aug. 9. KeepSafe), a suicide prevention Orthopedic Squadron, additional duty nections to professional resources for Force. ished and how to complete each project. foe or an internal battle against an emo- want to seek help, and you will have to The appearance of advertising in Children will be weighed and meas- awareness program, helps develop the first sergeant. “It covers the topic in a help. this publication, including inserts or ability to recognize and engage per- non-threatening and practical man- “There’s a fear factor that this Then Rick drove out to a remote part of tionally crushing problem, we are the be persistent and truthful. He may ask supplements, does not constitute ured to determine if a booster seat is nec- the base, put a gun to his head and instrument of help that can rescue our about how this affects his career and endorsement by the Department of essary in accordance with a new Texas sons who might have suicidal ner. I think it would help lower the course can help people overcome so Defense, the Department of the Air thoughts, and to connect them with number of suicides because it makes they feel confident enough to help ended his life. friend and all those who love and care family. You can’t tell him what you don’t Force or Prime Time Military law. It’s been many years since I cared for for him or her. How? By simply remem- know. Let the experts handle that. What Newspapers, of the products or services The law, which was effective June 1, community resources specializing in you think about the people who someone,” Chaplain Hurt said. “The advertised. suicide prevention. wouldn’t seem like the type to do it.” course makes people comfortable in Rick’s devastated wife, his grieving chil- bering and implementing the ACE plan. he needs now is someone to help him. Everything advertised in this now requires children under the age of 8 dren, and his friends and co-workers. A – Ask your friend how he is doing. Remember, you are the best tool for publication shall be made available for “The Chief of Chaplains sees it as a Clara Brideforth, basic military talking about the subject. purchase, use or patronage without or shorter than 4 feet, 9 inches to be in a priority in the spiritual care for training Pentecostal religious educa- “We want to help Airmen under- Despite the time, I have never forgot- Most people will typically respond “okay,” helping a suicidal friend or co-worker. regard to race, color, religion, sex, properly installed booster seat. ten Rick or the serious damage that sui- because we use the “how ya doin’?” Remember ACE. There is help, there is national origin, age, marital status, Airmen,” said Chaplain (Maj.) Stephen tion, agreed. She said the course was stand, to take the stigmas out of ask- physical handicap, political affiliation, In addition to a free booster seat, par- cide leaves in its wake. question as a common greeting. Take the hope, and there is an answer. or any other nonmerit factor of the Allen, permanent party branch chief enlightening and advocated starting it ing or recognizing those who may be purchaser, user or patron. ents or guardians of qualifying children Editorial content is edited, and certified safeTALK trainer. in BMT to increase awareness. thinking about suicide. The more we prepared and provided by the Public will also be instructed on proper seat He said chaplains are involved in The interactive safeTALK training have trained to recognize and observe Affairs Office of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, unless otherwise installation. suicide prevention programs to pro- includes visual aides and small group the warning signs in co-workers, fami- indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. For more information, call 671-3380. vide spiritual care. scenarios, and takes about four hours, Stay up-to-date during special events and rough skies. Call 671-NEWS Deadline for submissions is noon Thursday the week prior to One specific area in that care is said Chaplain (Capt.) Jonathan Hurt, See AWARENESS P4 publication. PAGE 2 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 COMMENTARY News BRIEFS SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE FAIR Editorial staff A Joint Base San Antonio special needs BRIG. GEN. LEONARD PATRICK, resource fair and activity day, presented I’ll call him ‘Rick’ 502ND AIR BASE WING by Army and Air Force family member pro- By Chaplain (Maj.) Jonathan Wade COMMANDER grams, is Aug. 6, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing OSCAR BALLADARES, Morgan’s Wonderland, 5523 David “Suicide is about more than just an abrupt, untimely end DIRECTOR, 502ND ABW OL-A Edwards Drive. PUBLIC AFFAIRS JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq (AFNS) – I’ll to a human life. It is about unanswered questions, unful- Registration is at http://armypride. call him “Rick.” JOE BELA, wufoo.com/forms/morgans-wonder- In the words of his military friends and filled dreams, possibilities that will never be, a struggle for CHIEF OF INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 land-resource-fair-and-activity-day/. co-workers, Rick was one of the greatest closure that may never come.” guys you’d ever want to meet: A hard SHANNON CARABAJAL, – Chaplain (Maj.) Jonathan Wade working NCO in a high operations tempo MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 DENTAL CLINIC CONSTRUCTION TO START 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing unit, a family man, a compassionate MIKE JOSEPH, Construction begins Aug. 9 on the new friend always seeking opportunities to STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 MacKown Dental Clinic in a two-block help others in his unit succeed. PATRICK DESMOND, area near Wilford Hall Medical Center. The Rick was humble, they said. He would Suicide is about more than just an time to ask him how he is really doing. SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, expected completion date is summer 671-5049 never take credit for his talents, instead abrupt, untimely end to a human life. It Sometimes all a person needs is some- 2012. calling it a “team effort.” is about unanswered questions, unful- one to listen to them. So, talk less, listen PAUL NOVAK, Several parking lots located within the DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 His supervisors noticed, at times, that filled dreams, possibilities that will never more and let your friend share his story construction area, containing about 300 Rick was unusually hard on himself and be, a struggle for closure that may never with you. Office: parking spaces, will be closed during con- seemed depressed about his job abilities, come. If you suspect he may be self-destruc- 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 struction. The fenced off construction area despite the opinion to the contrary of the As one child (now an adult) said of his tive, ask him directly if he is thinking of Lackland AFB, Texas 78236-5103 is north of Luke Avenue – Ladd Street to entire supervisory chain. Then, quite mother’s suicide, “For years, I thought killing himself. Is that uncomfortable? (210) 671-1786; Pepperrell Street, and Kenly Avenue to the suddenly, Rick’s attitude perked up. He that one of the reasons she killed herself Yes, but it can be the most important (fax) 671-2022 E-mail: [email protected] modular trailers near Bong Avenue. seemed to enjoy his job. Gone were the was because she couldn’t get us to brush question you ever ask. Get over the dis- Commander’s Action Line: self-criticisms that had plagued him in our teeth or other things we were sup- comfort and ask him. actionline@lackland. af.mil. Parking is available in three recently the past. His friends noticed, and posed to do.” What if the answer to the question is Straight Talk: 671-6397 (NEWS) completed lots along Luke Boulevard For advertising information: remarked about the positive change. He’ll never really know the answer, “yes?” Prime Time Military Newspapers intersections: at Kenly Avenue, Bong Within a week or two, Rick requested and will struggle to find one, just as C – Care for your friend. Don’t leave 2203 S. Hackberry Avenue and Holloman Avenue. San Antonio, Texas 78210 leave so he could take his family on a Rick’s circle of relationships struggles to him alone. Calmly control the situation (210) 534-8848 Additionally, Holloman Avenue from dream vacation. Word was that it was the this day to understand. by continuing to listen without judging (fax) 534-7134 Ladd Street to Pepperrell Street will be Program raises suicide awareness best vacation he and his family had ever Is there good news? Absolutely. Rick’s him. Your job now is to care for your permanently closed. enjoyed together. death taught me early in my career that friend until you can get him to competent For more information, contact the By Mike Joseph offering hope since most having suici- permanent party chaplain staff. Time Staff Writer dal thoughts experience a sense of is allotted for group discussion Upon his return from leave, Rick qui- there is a simple but powerful tool to pre- emergency care. Let him know that there This newspaper is published by Facilities Management Office at 292- etly slipped out of his home and into his vent suicide from taking another life and is help available to navigate him through Prime Time Military Newspapers, a hopelessness. because of the difficulty most people private firm in no way connected with 7171. office in the pre-dawn hours, telling his leaving behind its human wreckage. That his troubles to a place of hope and peace. the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive Participants had high praise for a Two attendees from a recent have talking about suicide. wife there was unfinished business he tool is you! E – Escort your friend to the emer- written contract with Lackland AFB, Lackland training program that teach- safeTALK training session were In addition to raising intervention Texas. This commercial enterprise Air FREE BOOSTER SEATS AVAILABLE had to complete. She thought nothing of As servicemembers, we would fight to gency room. His emotional wound is as Force newspaper is an authorized es skills to recognize potential suicide impressed with the course. awareness, the training gives partici- publication for members of the U.S. Free vehicle booster seats for qualify- signs. “The training was exceptional; pants skills on how to recognize it, as Rick often gave up his free time for the death to save our wingman from life-threatening as a shrapnel wound to military services. Contents of the work needs. Rick carefully stacked proj- death at the hands of the enemy. When the heart. Don’t leave your friend alone Talespinner are not necessarily the ing children of military identification SafeTALK (Suicide Alertness for everyone should have it,” said Master potential warning signs, to communi- official views of, or endorsed by, the cardholders will be available at Freedom ect binders and folders on his desk with we fight, we fight for each other. until you find the expertise to help him. U.S. government, the Department of Everyone; Tell, Ask, Listen, and Sgt. Thomas Petterson, 59th cate confidently and help make con- notes to co-workers of what was unfin- Whether the firefight is with an external He may give you many reasons he doesn’t Defense, or the Department of the Air Chapel, 8 a.m. to noon, Aug. 9. KeepSafe), a suicide prevention Orthopedic Squadron, additional duty nections to professional resources for Force. ished and how to complete each project. foe or an internal battle against an emo- want to seek help, and you will have to The appearance of advertising in Children will be weighed and meas- awareness program, helps develop the first sergeant. “It covers the topic in a help. this publication, including inserts or ability to recognize and engage per- non-threatening and practical man- “There’s a fear factor that this Then Rick drove out to a remote part of tionally crushing problem, we are the be persistent and truthful. He may ask supplements, does not constitute ured to determine if a booster seat is nec- the base, put a gun to his head and instrument of help that can rescue our about how this affects his career and endorsement by the Department of essary in accordance with a new Texas sons who might have suicidal ner. I think it would help lower the course can help people overcome so Defense, the Department of the Air thoughts, and to connect them with number of suicides because it makes they feel confident enough to help ended his life. friend and all those who love and care family. You can’t tell him what you don’t Force or Prime Time Military law. It’s been many years since I cared for for him or her. How? By simply remem- know. Let the experts handle that. What Newspapers, of the products or services The law, which was effective June 1, community resources specializing in you think about the people who someone,” Chaplain Hurt said. “The advertised. suicide prevention. wouldn’t seem like the type to do it.” course makes people comfortable in Rick’s devastated wife, his grieving chil- bering and implementing the ACE plan. he needs now is someone to help him. Everything advertised in this now requires children under the age of 8 publication shall be made available for “The Chief of Chaplains sees it as a Clara Brideforth, basic military talking about the subject. dren, and his friends and co-workers. A – Ask your friend how he is doing. Remember, you are the best tool for purchase, use or patronage without or shorter than 4 feet, 9 inches to be in a priority in the spiritual care for training Pentecostal religious educa- “We want to help Airmen under- Despite the time, I have never forgot- Most people will typically respond “okay,” helping a suicidal friend or co-worker. regard to race, color, religion, sex, properly installed booster seat. ten Rick or the serious damage that sui- because we use the “how ya doin’?” Remember ACE. There is help, there is national origin, age, marital status, Airmen,” said Chaplain (Maj.) Stephen tion, agreed. She said the course was stand, to take the stigmas out of ask- physical handicap, political affiliation, In addition to a free booster seat, par- cide leaves in its wake. question as a common greeting. Take the hope, and there is an answer. or any other nonmerit factor of the Allen, permanent party branch chief enlightening and advocated starting it ing or recognizing those who may be purchaser, user or patron. ents or guardians of qualifying children Editorial content is edited, and certified safeTALK trainer. in BMT to increase awareness. thinking about suicide. The more we prepared and provided by the Public will also be instructed on proper seat He said chaplains are involved in The interactive safeTALK training have trained to recognize and observe Affairs Office of the 502nd Air Base Wing. All photos, unless otherwise installation. suicide prevention programs to pro- includes visual aides and small group the warning signs in co-workers, fami- indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. For more information, call 671-3380. vide spiritual care. scenarios, and takes about four hours, Stay up-to-date during special events and rough skies. Call 671-NEWS Deadline for submissions is noon Thursday the week prior to One specific area in that care is said Chaplain (Capt.) Jonathan Hurt, See AWARENESS P4 publication. PAGE 4 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 FAMILY from P1 on quality of life issues. Lackland was one of two Air Education and to disseminate information about Training Command bases selected to YoAFF programs. host discussion groups with AFSA Cordero ends 3-year IAAFA tour “It brought us together and helped commander Col. Sandra Adams. us find (more effective) ways to get From those service-wide surveys, By Mike Joseph other like it in the Air Force,” she added. “They have worked hard for many years. That that information out to the communi- funding has been allocated to help Staff Writer She laughingly adds, “I may be clawing recognition, I know, was important to them,” she ty,” she said. families with special needs at 38 my way out the front gate. They might have said. One program continuing is the bases. Based on a large number of There is no doubt Wednesday was diffi- to drag me away.” A new maintenance complex to be completed web-based FitFamily, which encour- registered families with special cult for Col. Maria Cordero, Inter-American Colonel Cordero was responsible for pro- next year and a planned campus beautification ages families to make healthy lifestyle needs, Lackland will receive funding Air Forces Academy commandant. viding technical and military education program are other satisfying achievements to choices together. A local spinoff from to staff a new position dedicated to That’s when she concluded her three- training in Spanish for more than 600 stu- Colonel Cordero. that program was the Lackland Youth assisting those families. year tenure at the IAAFA helm, the longest dents annually to military forces and gov- The state of art maintenance complex will Center offering various fun and Ms. Willey said families with spe- in the academy’s history. Colonel Cordero ernmental agencies of 21 Latin America bring all IAAFA facilities together in a common healthy activities that are more fami- cial needs will have a contact person Col. Maria handed over the reins to Col. Carl Hunter Cordero countries. area. ly-oriented. at Lackland to connect them with in a change of command ceremony that While most Air Force commands turn Projects on the drawing board for next year “YoAFF was a good start to get us resources and be an advocate to local day. over every two years, the additional time allowed include a manpower study and a curriculum going,” Ms. Willey said. “It helped us agencies. “I have a great replacement – I’ve known Colonel Cordero to implement changes and see development process. refocus on the needs in our communi- “The Air Force realized there was AWARENESS from P3 rates below 6 by the end of the ‘90s. Colonel Hunter for years and he’s a great officer,” projects come to fruition. For the short term, Colonel Cordero will have ty and build partnerships, to think a gap in that service,” she said. Gen. William Fraser III, former Air Colonel Cordero said. “I leave IAAFA in good “When I got here, I had to actively participate Lackland in her rearview mirror. The career per- about some things we were doing and “That’s a benefit to help our families.” ly and friends, the better.” Force vice chief of staff, testified hands.” in making things happen,” she said. “The most sonnel officer heads across town to Randolph Air how to make them better. The purpose of the YoAFF initiative The Air Force has been a leader in before a House of Representatives Commanding a primarily Hispanic American gratifying thing for me is now I can probably Force Base for an Air Education and Training “Having that focus, thinking about was to assist Air Force families in suicide prevention for nearly 15 years. subcommittee last year on Air Force workforce was gratifying for Colonel Cordero, never show up for work and it’ll run. Command personnel position. things differently and looking at ways reaching their personal and profes- With suicide rates peaking higher suicide prevention programs, telling whose family was of Cuban descent. But it’s her “I think the people here now feel empowered. She plans to retire next May after more than 29 to better deliver our services and get sional goals, enhance mission accom- than 16 per 100,000 active-duty Congressmen “we recognize that even passion about the job that stands out, so evident They know they have the ability – they’re self- years in the Air Force, and expects to eventually the word out has made it a successful plishment and maintain a wartime Airmen in the mid-1990s, the service one suicide is too many.” as she reflected on the past 36 months. motivated and self-directing. The environment is return to her native Florida but she will still be venture.” operations tempo. It was supported established a suicide prevention pro- For more information about “This is the best job I’ve ever had in the Air great and there’s a lot of heart here. It’s a family.” linked to Lackland. The Air Force Services Agency sur- by funding to create or enhance base gram built on fostering a sense of safeTALK training, call Freedom Force,” the colonel said. “Everyone in the Air She also takes pride in IAAFA’s first-ever out- “I always said I am IAAFA, I’ll always be veyed families Air Force-wide programs, guided by a national community and identifying problems Chapel at 671-4208 or e-mail Force says that, but this truly is. standing rating in last year’s Unit Compliance IAAFA,” Colonel Cordero said. “Thanks for the through a series of discussion groups theme, “The Air Force is a great before Airmen became suicidal. The Chaplains Hurt or Allen. The training “IAAFA is a unique organization. There is no Inspection. memories.” at various bases last fall that focused place to LIVE, WORK, PLAY.” preventative measures helped drop is open to all base personnel. PAGE 4 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 5 FAMILY from P1 on quality of life issues. Lackland was one of two Air Education and to disseminate information about Training Command bases selected to YoAFF programs. host discussion groups with AFSA Cordero ends 3-year IAAFA tour “It brought us together and helped commander Col. Sandra Adams. us find (more effective) ways to get From those service-wide surveys, By Mike Joseph other like it in the Air Force,” she added. “They have worked hard for many years. That that information out to the communi- funding has been allocated to help Staff Writer She laughingly adds, “I may be clawing recognition, I know, was important to them,” she ty,” she said. families with special needs at 38 my way out the front gate. They might have said. One program continuing is the bases. Based on a large number of There is no doubt Wednesday was diffi- to drag me away.” A new maintenance complex to be completed web-based FitFamily, which encour- registered families with special cult for Col. Maria Cordero, Inter-American Colonel Cordero was responsible for pro- next year and a planned campus beautification ages families to make healthy lifestyle needs, Lackland will receive funding Air Forces Academy commandant. viding technical and military education program are other satisfying achievements to choices together. A local spinoff from to staff a new position dedicated to That’s when she concluded her three- training in Spanish for more than 600 stu- Colonel Cordero. that program was the Lackland Youth assisting those families. year tenure at the IAAFA helm, the longest dents annually to military forces and gov- The state of art maintenance complex will Center offering various fun and Ms. Willey said families with spe- in the academy’s history. Colonel Cordero ernmental agencies of 21 Latin America bring all IAAFA facilities together in a common healthy activities that are more fami- cial needs will have a contact person Col. Maria handed over the reins to Col. Carl Hunter Cordero countries. area. ly-oriented. at Lackland to connect them with in a change of command ceremony that While most Air Force commands turn Projects on the drawing board for next year “YoAFF was a good start to get us resources and be an advocate to local day. over every two years, the additional time allowed include a manpower study and a curriculum going,” Ms. Willey said. “It helped us agencies. “I have a great replacement – I’ve known Colonel Cordero to implement changes and see development process. refocus on the needs in our communi- “The Air Force realized there was AWARENESS from P3 rates below 6 by the end of the ‘90s. Colonel Hunter for years and he’s a great officer,” projects come to fruition. For the short term, Colonel Cordero will have ty and build partnerships, to think a gap in that service,” she said. Gen. William Fraser III, former Air Colonel Cordero said. “I leave IAAFA in good “When I got here, I had to actively participate Lackland in her rearview mirror. The career per- about some things we were doing and “That’s a benefit to help our families.” ly and friends, the better.” Force vice chief of staff, testified hands.” in making things happen,” she said. “The most sonnel officer heads across town to Randolph Air how to make them better. The purpose of the YoAFF initiative The Air Force has been a leader in before a House of Representatives Commanding a primarily Hispanic American gratifying thing for me is now I can probably Force Base for an Air Education and Training “Having that focus, thinking about was to assist Air Force families in suicide prevention for nearly 15 years. subcommittee last year on Air Force workforce was gratifying for Colonel Cordero, never show up for work and it’ll run. Command personnel position. things differently and looking at ways reaching their personal and profes- With suicide rates peaking higher suicide prevention programs, telling whose family was of Cuban descent. But it’s her “I think the people here now feel empowered. She plans to retire next May after more than 29 to better deliver our services and get sional goals, enhance mission accom- than 16 per 100,000 active-duty Congressmen “we recognize that even passion about the job that stands out, so evident They know they have the ability – they’re self- years in the Air Force, and expects to eventually the word out has made it a successful plishment and maintain a wartime Airmen in the mid-1990s, the service one suicide is too many.” as she reflected on the past 36 months. motivated and self-directing. The environment is return to her native Florida but she will still be venture.” operations tempo. It was supported established a suicide prevention pro- For more information about “This is the best job I’ve ever had in the Air great and there’s a lot of heart here. It’s a family.” linked to Lackland. The Air Force Services Agency sur- by funding to create or enhance base gram built on fostering a sense of safeTALK training, call Freedom Force,” the colonel said. “Everyone in the Air She also takes pride in IAAFA’s first-ever out- “I always said I am IAAFA, I’ll always be veyed families Air Force-wide programs, guided by a national community and identifying problems Chapel at 671-4208 or e-mail Force says that, but this truly is. standing rating in last year’s Unit Compliance IAAFA,” Colonel Cordero said. “Thanks for the through a series of discussion groups theme, “The Air Force is a great before Airmen became suicidal. The Chaplains Hurt or Allen. The training “IAAFA is a unique organization. There is no Inspection. memories.” at various bases last fall that focused place to LIVE, WORK, PLAY.” preventative measures helped drop is open to all base personnel. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 BMT HONORS SWEARING IN Congratulations to the follow- Matthew Hurt Flight 514 Zachary Hall Flight 513 ing 54 Airmen for being Mark Watson Victoria Burns Luke Higgins selected as honor graduates Flight 504 Marissa O’Shea Alexander Stewart Female Airmen among 546 trainees graduat- Gavriel Deprenger-Gottfried Flight 506 Jodi Martinez, 331st TRS, ing today: Maxwell Floyd 331st Training Squadron Jonathan Alvarez Flight 512 Anthony Kurilla Flight 511 David Morris Marissa O’Shea, 320th TRS, 321st Training Squadron Cody May Alexander Elmlinger Beau Wood Flight 514 Flight 509 Michael McLaughlin Louis Holt Nolan Bonge Kevin Meinecke Thomas Riley 326th Training Squadron Male Flights Bradley Gertsch Darius Roberts Michael Stallsmith Flight 507 323rd TRS, Flight 506 Stephen Gilbert Flight 512 Andrew Danelz 323rd TRS, Flight 505 Ryne Jordan 320th Training Squadron Jamie Ellis Ryan Hutchison Justin Krieger Flight 513 Megan Lima Kyle Sutton Female Flights Nathan Moneymaker Alex Braatz Lindsay Linnane Flight 508 326th TRS, Flight 508 Storm Shea Jacob Hillyer Katherine Lo Jenna Stewart 320th TRS, Flight 514 Javis Sullivan Joseph Ketron Jodi Martinez Ashley Wright Jeremy Lantz Felicia Milling Top Academic Flights 322nd Training Squadron Brandon Massie Most Physically Fit 321st TRS, Flight 509 Flight 503 Matthew Mathison 323rd Training Squadron Male Airmen 320th TRS, Flight 513 Cody Carlow Nicholas Pegg Flight 505 Joshua Lewis, 322nd TRS, Cody Fry Benjamin Quigley Daniel Bollich Flight 504 Top BMT Airman Eric Harmon Matthew Stewart Garett Furniss Joseph Ketron, 320th TRS, Benjamin Quigley

Photo by Alan Boedeker Career assistance advisor offers help to Airmen Members of the 341st Recruiting Squadron Delayed Enlistment Program take the Air Force oath of enlistment at the San Antonio Silver Stars Military Appreciation By Mike Joseph working toward a bachelor’s degree and “The Air Force wants to keep the first term- Night basketball game Saturday. Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, 502nd Air Base Staff Writer completing career development courses ers,” Sergeant Godfrey said, “and will probably Wing commander, administered the oath. build a foundation for career advance- give an Airman the opportunity to retrain. But as His job is career assistance advisor, but ment. an Airman advances and gains experience, it is like many Airmen in today’s Air Force, mis- “When I talk to senior airmen and more difficult to change career fields; their career sion success may require an additional below, I ask them ‘what do you want to do field also wants to keep them.” duty. In this case, the role of career/life with your career?’” Sergeant Godfrey said. He said the Air Force promotes a whole person counselor unofficially comes with the terri- ‘“Do you want to make senior or chief concept for Airmen, with special duties available tory. Master Sgt. (master sergeant)? Do you want to go to for career enhancement. Among those assign- “My job is to inform, guide and provide Timothy Godfrey OTS (Officer Training School)? What are ments are military training instructors, military Airmen the information to help further you doing to set yourself up for success in training leaders, first sergeants, recruiters, NCO their careers,” said Master Sgt. Timothy Godfrey, the future?’ Academy instructors and career field instructors. Lackland career assistance advisor, 802nd Force “If you seriously want to make the Air Force a And career assistance advisors. Support Squadron. “Some Airmen want me to tell career, you have to go to school,” he added. “There’s only one (career assistance advisor) them what to do and I can’t do that; it’s hard Part of the life counseling comes into play when per wing,” Sergeant Godfrey said with a laugh, sometimes, but I have to leave what I think out. he’s approached by first-term Airmen who are “and you have to leave after three years. I’m “I have to be very objective even though there considering separation or are interested in chang- already thinking about what I want to do.” are times I want to be subjective, especially with ing career fields. Like all Airmen, Sergeant Godfrey has to plan the younger Airmen. It’s career counseling but it’s Though there is no guarantee, Sergeant for his future, too. His assignment ends in October more like career/life counseling.” Godfrey said first termers have a better chance of 2011. Sergeant Godfrey’s best advice for all Airmen is retraining into another career field; the longer the The Lackland Career Assistance Office is locat- summed up in one word: education. He said get- service time, the more difficult it is to switch ed in Military Personnel Flight, Building 5616, or ting a Community College of the Air Force degree, career fields. call 671-1575. Lackland Conservation Corner SAVE Test refrigerator seals by closing the door over a piece of paper or a dollar bill so it is half in and half out of the refrigerator. If you can pull the paper or bill out easily, the latch may need ENERGY! adjustment, the seal may need replacing, or you might consider buying a new unit. PAGE 6 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 BMT HONORS SWEARING IN Congratulations to the follow- Matthew Hurt Flight 514 Zachary Hall Flight 513 ing 54 Airmen for being Mark Watson Victoria Burns Luke Higgins selected as honor graduates Flight 504 Marissa O’Shea Alexander Stewart Female Airmen among 546 trainees graduat- Gavriel Deprenger-Gottfried Flight 506 Jodi Martinez, 331st TRS, ing today: Maxwell Floyd 331st Training Squadron Jonathan Alvarez Flight 512 Anthony Kurilla Flight 511 David Morris Marissa O’Shea, 320th TRS, 321st Training Squadron Cody May Alexander Elmlinger Beau Wood Flight 514 Flight 509 Michael McLaughlin Louis Holt Nolan Bonge Kevin Meinecke Thomas Riley 326th Training Squadron Male Flights Bradley Gertsch Darius Roberts Michael Stallsmith Flight 507 323rd TRS, Flight 506 Stephen Gilbert Flight 512 Andrew Danelz 323rd TRS, Flight 505 Ryne Jordan 320th Training Squadron Jamie Ellis Ryan Hutchison Justin Krieger Flight 513 Megan Lima Kyle Sutton Female Flights Nathan Moneymaker Alex Braatz Lindsay Linnane Flight 508 326th TRS, Flight 508 Storm Shea Jacob Hillyer Katherine Lo Jenna Stewart 320th TRS, Flight 514 Javis Sullivan Joseph Ketron Jodi Martinez Ashley Wright Jeremy Lantz Felicia Milling Top Academic Flights 322nd Training Squadron Brandon Massie Most Physically Fit 321st TRS, Flight 509 Flight 503 Matthew Mathison 323rd Training Squadron Male Airmen 320th TRS, Flight 513 Cody Carlow Nicholas Pegg Flight 505 Joshua Lewis, 322nd TRS, Cody Fry Benjamin Quigley Daniel Bollich Flight 504 Top BMT Airman Eric Harmon Matthew Stewart Garett Furniss Joseph Ketron, 320th TRS, Benjamin Quigley

Photo by Alan Boedeker Career assistance advisor offers help to Airmen Members of the 341st Recruiting Squadron Delayed Enlistment Program take the Air Force oath of enlistment at the San Antonio Silver Stars Military Appreciation By Mike Joseph working toward a bachelor’s degree and “The Air Force wants to keep the first term- Night basketball game Saturday. Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, 502nd Air Base Staff Writer completing career development courses ers,” Sergeant Godfrey said, “and will probably Wing commander, administered the oath. build a foundation for career advance- give an Airman the opportunity to retrain. But as His job is career assistance advisor, but ment. an Airman advances and gains experience, it is like many Airmen in today’s Air Force, mis- “When I talk to senior airmen and more difficult to change career fields; their career sion success may require an additional below, I ask them ‘what do you want to do field also wants to keep them.” duty. In this case, the role of career/life with your career?’” Sergeant Godfrey said. He said the Air Force promotes a whole person counselor unofficially comes with the terri- ‘“Do you want to make senior or chief concept for Airmen, with special duties available tory. Master Sgt. (master sergeant)? Do you want to go to for career enhancement. Among those assign- “My job is to inform, guide and provide Timothy Godfrey OTS (Officer Training School)? What are ments are military training instructors, military Airmen the information to help further you doing to set yourself up for success in training leaders, first sergeants, recruiters, NCO their careers,” said Master Sgt. Timothy Godfrey, the future?’ Academy instructors and career field instructors. Lackland career assistance advisor, 802nd Force “If you seriously want to make the Air Force a And career assistance advisors. Support Squadron. “Some Airmen want me to tell career, you have to go to school,” he added. “There’s only one (career assistance advisor) them what to do and I can’t do that; it’s hard Part of the life counseling comes into play when per wing,” Sergeant Godfrey said with a laugh, sometimes, but I have to leave what I think out. he’s approached by first-term Airmen who are “and you have to leave after three years. I’m “I have to be very objective even though there considering separation or are interested in chang- already thinking about what I want to do.” are times I want to be subjective, especially with ing career fields. Like all Airmen, Sergeant Godfrey has to plan the younger Airmen. It’s career counseling but it’s Though there is no guarantee, Sergeant for his future, too. His assignment ends in October more like career/life counseling.” Godfrey said first termers have a better chance of 2011. Sergeant Godfrey’s best advice for all Airmen is retraining into another career field; the longer the The Lackland Career Assistance Office is locat- summed up in one word: education. He said get- service time, the more difficult it is to switch ed in Military Personnel Flight, Building 5616, or ting a Community College of the Air Force degree, career fields. call 671-1575. Lackland Conservation Corner SAVE Test refrigerator seals by closing the door over a piece of paper or a dollar bill so it is half in and half out of the refrigerator. If you can pull the paper or bill out easily, the latch may need ENERGY! adjustment, the seal may need replacing, or you might consider buying a new unit. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 9 Graves retires after 43 years By: Brent Boller colonel with base com- been a bit of an 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs mand experience to adjustment for Mr. serve as the vice com- Graves as minor dif- A change in senior leadership mander. ferences in protocol at Joint Base San Antonio occurs Unfortunately, have occasionally today when Robert Graves, 502nd nobody was available caught him off Air Base Wing deputy command- when the wing was guard. The first time er, retires and Army Col. Robert activated in July 2009, he and General Bridgford assumes his position. he said. Patrick went togeth- Mr. Graves, one of the prime “The Installation er to a meeting on architects of JBSA, goes back into Management Com- Randolph, for exam- retirement after 43 years of mili- mand regional direc- Robert Graves ple, he was sur- tary and civil service. Colonel tor, J. Randall Robin- prised to learn Bridgford comes to JBSA from son, asked if I would consider General Patrick didn’t have a Fort Sill, Okla., where he previ- coming back on duty for a year to driver. ously served as chief of staff for help stand up the 502nd ABW. My “As we proceeded to the car, the Artillery Center of Excellence wife and I discussed it and I said he was looking for my driver and as garrison commander. yes. Three weeks later, I was in because in the Army the senior The 502nd ABW operates as San Antonio,” Mr. Graves said. officers (have drivers) and aren’t JBSA and oversees installation Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick, assigned individual cars,” management of Lackland and 502nd ABW commander, said Mr. General Patrick said. Randolph Air Force Bases and Graves has been invaluable to “He was horrified I was going Fort Sam Houston. establishing JBSA. to drive myself. He was con- Before serving with the 502nd “Robert was in the first origi- cerned I might get lost, get a ABW, Mr. Graves retired from nal cadre of the wing staff when speeding ticket, or maybe get in civil service as the garrison man- we activated. Without Robert and an accident. He was also con- ager of the Detroit Arsenal, a his experience, his previous rela- cerned the gate guards might position he said is similar to a tionships from his garrison direc- think he was a very senior civil- garrison commander. tor days in Detroit, and his ian official since a general was The Air Force is the lead detailed knowledge of the Army driving him to the meeting. agency for JBSA and an Army processes, doors to our new hosts “He was relieved the gate colonel serves as the vice com- on Fort Sam Houston wouldn’t guards recognized me and all mander of the 502nd ABW. have been opened so quickly,” was good as we entered Serving with the 502nd ABW was General Patrick said. “Robert Randolph. But to this day it still an unexpected opportunity for brought maturity, professionalism bothers him,” the general said. Mr. Graves. and a ‘can do’ attitude to work Reflecting on his experience As the 502nd ABW was stand- every day.” ing up, the Army needed a Working with the Air Force has See GRAVES P10 PAGE 10 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 11

GRAVES from P8 serve as an Air Force with his wife again. SHOW TIME deputy wing com- “My wife and I with JBSA during its mander, General decided to treat it as a first year, Mr. Graves Patrick said. deployment and she said this is only the But more impor- wasn’t able to join me third time he’s had an tantly, the general said down here,” Mr. opportunity to start a he helped start a true Graves said. “We’ve new organization. spirit of cooperation to been mostly separated “(It’s not) very often deliver common stan- this year. So, I have that you get to be in on dards and procedures mixed feelings about the ground floor of across the JBSA com- my departure. I love something,” he said. munity. the place, I love the Mr. Graves will be Although a little sad work, I love the people, remembered as the about leaving the and I’m going to miss first, and probably the 502nd ABW, Mr. that mightily when I go last, Army civilian to Graves is eager to be back into retirement.” Photo by Alan Boedeker Soldiers perform during the U.S. Army Soldier Show at the Bob Hope Performing Arts Center Sunday. The show is a highly integrated, high-energy ensemble PROTECT THE NETWORK The following removable flash media are unauthorized on all DoD information systems: production, offering a wide range of popular music and stage spectacle to • Memory sticks • Thumb drives • Camera flash memory cards • servicemembers and their families. PAGE 12 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 Language Institute’s mission reaches for the future training areas: general English, specialized English The AMIGO program provides the students with and instructor development. Depending on the needs an opportunity to better understand the American of the students, training can range from nine weeks way of life with field trips to museums, ethnic activi- (in specialized English, for example) to 52 weeks in ties, government institutions and other places of general English if the student arrives with limited interest in the surrounding area. English knowledge. “In many cases, I have learned a lot more than Some students train to a predetermined English just the language,” Captain Mahmammed said. comprehension level in general English and then In addition to international students, DLIELC has transfer to specialized English before going to fol- a resident program for U.S. Army recruits who low-on training. They can go to an academic envi- aren’t native speakers of English. These students ronment, as Iraqi Captain Mahmammed did, or to come to DLIELC to improve their English skills job-specific training, as did Afghan air force Major before going to basic training. Khial Mohammed. The institute also has a non-resident program Afghan Major Khial Mohammed said he has want- where instructors go to a country to teach. On any ed to be a pilot since the age of eight, and now is on given day, approximately 60 DLIELC civilians are on the verge of attending undergraduate pilot training assignments across the globe. All instructors have at Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. He needs a slot to signed a mobility agreement, and will go where open as his scores on his comprehension tests are needed. Many even volunteer to go to the war zones passing. in Iraq and Afghanistan. “When I first arrived here, all I knew was ‘Hi, Take fresh-faced Andrea Gjorevski. She taught at how are you,’” he said with a wide smile. two Texas high schools before joining DLIELC. After He was in the computer field after college gradua- a year at the institute, she was on her way to Kabul, tion, but he said he wanted another career. Afghanistan. “I wanted to train as a pilot since my entire family She worked at the base located at the Kabul is with the military,” he said. “But, no one is a pilot.” International Airport teaching English to some of the He said his long-range goal is to continue his avi- Afghan pilots and Afghan commandos. ation training and ultimately become an instructor “After I got over the initial shock of being in a pilot. combat zone, I didn’t feel like I was in a combat “I am excited to go back to my country and help zone,” she said. “I was in place working with the modernize the air force,” Major Mohammed said. coalition forces, working with people who were very Iraq Navy Captain Mahmammed discusses how important “Most of the people now only know about Russian serious about their jobs.” it is to learn the English language recently at the Defense aircraft.” She said this professional atmosphere made her Language Institute. The captain is on his way to Naval War He also has high praise for the DLIELC methods more relaxed and not so worried. She also said it College in Rhode Island. and materials. made her a better teacher since she could spend Special Forces. The Afghan commandos were invited “The teachers and staff are respectful to everyone more time developing lessons and be more inventive to attend a qualification course, and they needed to equally,” he said. since there was no Internet access available. learn English to participate. The schedules and instruction are tailored to “We work together with the students to help them Working in Afghanistan was surreal, she said. It’s Photos by Staff Sgt. Desiree Palacios meet the students’ needs. A typical day may consist achieve the greater goal of peace and security in nothing like the news. International military students receive a class assignment from Andrea Gjorevski as she asks questions during a general English class recently at the Defense Language Institute. Mrs. of six hours of instruction with one or sometimes their country by giving them the foundation neces- “I’m fascinated by different cultures so it was a Gjorevski is a general English section instructor. two teachers, depending on the course. Some of the sary to continue their efforts,” Ms. Gjorevski said. very interesting experience.” By Janie Santos Peter, deputy commandant of DLIELC. rank as he works with naval contracts and acquisi- time may be spent in a computer-based language “One of the main reasons I volunteered is that the Then there’s seasoned DLIELC veteran, Laura Defense Media Activity-San Antonio Outside his office was the newest graduate, a tion projects. laboratory where the students practice what they’ve Afghan students are just wonderful,” she said. “I MacKenzie who was an integral part of establishing Southern Sudanese air force general officer. This “This is a good opportunity and will help my been taught. genuinely wanted to be a part of their cause. They an English language program in Iraq. She is now the With the buzzing of chatter, some in English, some graduation is important as the Department of country contribute to its advancement,” he said. All students have access to a learning resource wanted help in English language training, and that’s chief of the General English Branch at DLIELC, and in another tongue, and people moving about the Defense has stepped up operations in Africa with the “And speaking without a translator will be good. center, which has a variety of multimedia software the small part that I could offer. she was assigned in Iraq with the Multi-National building, the Defense Language Institute English formation of the U.S. Africa Command. “I first scored 37 on my English (comprehension and includes a library. It’s not all school work; extra- “We’re giving them the language that the world Security Transition Command-Iraq as bases were Language Center here is a beehive of activity. Many times, entering the school is the interna- level) test; I now have an 80,” he said with pride. curricular activities also help with English language uses to communicate,” she said. “I think that’s a transitioning to the country’s control. The international military students attending the tional student’s first experience with Americans, According to school officials, this is what he needs comprehension and speaking skills. Captain small part of what we do, but it’s an important role. “Serving in a combat zone was one of the high- resident program here have a purpose, and the Colonel St. Peter said. The faculty and staff interact to be able to attend follow-on training at the Naval Mahmammed said that he had many friends outside “We help them build that bridge to connect to the lights of my career,” said Ms. MacKenzie, who has instructors and professionals are dedicated to ensur- with students to further their careers, and building War College in Newport, R. I. the base environment. international community,” she said. “We’re also worked with DLIELC for 17 years. “It was an honor ing that all students attain their goal, according to lasting partnerships is the primary mission of the Captain Mahmammed not only is excited about He also has a “pal” in a volunteer program known helping them professionalize their military, and to serve in Iraq alongside the Air Force officers DLI officials. institute. attending the college to further his education, he will as AMIGO or American Members of International that’s partly why they are choosing to attend follow- assigned to the Iraq mission at Phoenix Base in “The 1,000 or so students here are stepping Iraqi navy Captain Mahmammed said he is a bring his wife from Iraq to be with him during his Goodwill to Others. This program provides interac- on training.” Baghdad.” stones to future American relationships within their believer of the school and its benefits. When he time in Rhode Island. tion with volunteer sponsors from the local commu- In addition to the airport in Kabul, Ms. Gjorevski country’s military,” said Army Lt. Col. Terry St. returns to Iraq, he said he’ll gain responsibility and DLIELC is divided into three resident academic nity. also taught at Camp Morehead with U.S. Army See FUTURE P14 PAGE 14 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 15 FUTURE from P13 Base, and that’s where UPT took place,” she said. three months in both Slovenia and Macedonia. “It was quite motivational for them to be in the She’s also undertaken shorter assignments in In Iraq, she was in charge of all the English English classroom that was so close to the flight- Romania, Lithuania and Armenia. language training, which at the time was primari- line.” “It was challenging in Iraq. I can’t deny it was ly for Iraqi air force cadets who needed to learn She said she witnessed the progress the cadets challenging, wearing a leg holster and having a English so they could work with U.S. and coalition made in their English classes. weapon,” she said. “Because I left the base a lot, instructors at undergraduate pilot training. “They were eager to learn and excited to speak they really encouraged me to have a weapon. “I visited all the sites where English language English,” Ms. MacKenzie said. “I found all of the “The Iraqis want peace desperately, but there training was taking place,” she said. “It’s an Iraqis that I met to be friendly, generous and hos- are still insurgents who are trying to make it seem evolving program as the drawdown occurs. pitable, and I was proud to have been a part of worse than it is,” Ms. Mackenzie said. “Suicide “While I was there, (Forward Operating Base) this partnership building effort.” bombers are still a threat.” Rustamiyah was the beginning language training “A part of my job was also to recruit Iraqi Both women went through the rigorous opportunity for the cadets,” Ms. MacKenzie said. instructors because we are transitioning so that preparatory training before leaving, said Dawn “The basic officer course also was taking place they will eventually be in charge of their own Moore, the chief of the nonresident programs divi- there where U.S. military personnel were helping English language training program,” she said. sion. the Iraqis with that program.” “We hired Iraqi instructors to fill some of the She said instructors going to combat zones She and the team tracked the training to teaching billets, and they worked alongside the receive training for the combat zone in the same ensure that the Iraqi students were put in the DLI instructors at the various locations. way that the military does. right books and were making progress in their “I think one of my best accomplishments was to Ms. Moore supports in-country English lan- language training classes. have had the opportunity to work with Iraqi mili- guage training programs in ever-changing loca- “Decisions had to be made for the best students tary transition officials who would take over the tions. The mobile training teams go to more than to go into UPT because it had the highest require- program so that they got a better idea and sense 25 different countries every year. ment for English,” she said. “We gave the students of Americans,” Ms. MacKenzie said. “They needed DLIELC’s vision, officials say, is to build their American language course placement test, to understand the timeline involved for language “bridges through communication and peace and those who scored the highest were then training and how important it is if we’re going to through understanding,” through their programs. placed in UPT if they indicated a desire for an avi- continue to work together. English is the first step And it appears they are succeeding as Afghan ation career. Others went into air traffic control and communication is truly the key to under- Major Khial Mohammed explains: “If everyone and other fields related to aviation. standing.” (who doesn’t speak English) had access to the “When students were within 10 points of their She’s also been to other countries to teach books and teachers at DLI, learning the language required score, they went to Kirkuk Regional Air English and help with their programs. She spent would be no problem.” Be Responsible! Seat Belts Save Lives! Buckle Up And Wear Yours! PAGE 16 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 17 COMMUNITY JOGGING RULES OF THE ROAD: Local Wearing portable headphones, earphones, or other listening devices while operating a motor vehicle, running, jogging, walking, bicycling, BRIEFS JOGGING BAN ON TWO ROADWAYS shot record, third party liability card HYPERTENSION EDUCATION CLASS current military sick call process Medical Center Emergency or skating on Lackland roadways and sidewalks is Jogging is no longer permitted on and any school forms are needed for A hypertension education class is with acute appointments beginning Department. two east side roadways of Lackland, the appointment. Monday, 1-3:30 p.m., at Wilford Hall Aug. 30. For more information, call 925- PROHIBITED. Hall Street and Westover Road, after For more information, call Tech. Medical Center. Active-duty military members 6336. the traffic safety working group Sgt. Jacqueline Martinez at 292- The class is open to any patient with illnesses requiring an appoint- determined those two thoroughfares 0786. or family member interested in ment within 24 hours will call the SERVICE OPPORTUNITY are unsafe for joggers. learning more about hypertension. Consult and Appointment The American Society of Military Joggers in that area are encour- THRIFT SHOPTO REOPEN For more information or to regis- Management Office at 916-9900. In Comptrollers will sponsor volunteer aged to use the walk and jog trails The Lackland Thrift Shop reopens ter, call the Nephrology Clinic at addition to acute appointments, the service hours at the Sunshine Plaza at the Lackland Outdoor Adventure Monday after being closed the 292-6868. CAMO can send telephone consults Apartments, 455 E. Sunshine Drive, Center. month of July. for administrative needs such as 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 14. The shop accepts donations dur- BASE RAMADAN OBSERVANCES profile updates, medication refills, Students can earn a community MASS SPORTS PHYSICALS ing regular business hours Monday Ramadan, the Islamic month of and questions for their providers. service certificate for up to three Mass sports physicals at the through Wednesday or at the back fasting, will be observed daily at Active duty calling between 6:30- hours by participating in light clean- Wilford Hall Medical Center Pediatric door after business hours, and sunset in the Global Ministry Center, 8 a.m. will be given first priority for ing for senior residents. Clinic begin today and continue each requests any type of electronic Bldg. 7452, beginning on Aug. 10 or acute appointments. To volunteer, contact Angel Friday afternoon in August. devices, such as large television Aug. 11 through Sept. 9 or Sept. 10. After 8 a.m., any unfilled acute Crawford at 536-3549. The mass physicals are for sets, be dropped off only during Observances include breaking of appointments will be made avail- WHMC pediatric prime patients ages business hours. fast, prayers and lectures. able to all beneficiaries. Those who TWO INTERSECTIONS CHANGE 8 to 22, and may be scheduled by The shop is open for sales 9:30 For more information, call are unable to make an acute Two intersections in the Wilford calling the central appointment line a.m. to noon on Mondays, and 9:30 Chaplain (Capt.) Sharior Rahman at appointment may leave a telephone Hall Medical Center area, north of at 916-9900. a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and 671-2941. consult with their provider and their Luke Avenue, are now 4-way stops. Special needs children should Wednesdays. nurse will return the call. The intersections converting to 4- make individual appointments other For more information, call the NEW PROCESS AT KELLY CLINIC Individuals who cannot wait for way stops are Kenly Avenue and than Friday afternoons. thrift shop at 671-3600 or e-mail The Kelly Family Medicine Clinic an appointment or have an emer- Ladd Street, and Holloman Avenue A patient’s military identification, [email protected]. at Port San Antonio is replacing the gency can go to the Wilford Hall and Pepperrell Street.

CHAPEL SERVICES KEY FAMILY SUPPORT RESOURCES Orthodox Islamic Air Force Aid Society 671-3722 Sunday: For more information, Friday: Airman & Family Readiness Center 671-3722 Christian Airmen Memorial Chapel contact the chapel staff: Defense Language Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. Airman's Attic 671-1780 Catholic Institute Religious Education, Monday-Friday: Student Center Base Post Office 671-1058 10:45 a.m. Freedom Chapel Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Bowling Center 671-2271 Mass, 11:30 a.m. Jummah Prayer, 1:30-2:30 DEERS 800-538-9552 Protestant p.m. Family Child Care 671-3376 Sunday: Sunday: Wilford Hall Chapel Legal Office 671-3362 Mass, 11 a.m Airmen Memorial Chapel Religious Education, 10:00 Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. a.m.-12:00 p.m. Library 671-3610 Saturday: Freedom Chapel • 671-4208 Medical Appointment Line 916-9900 Freedom Chapel Hope Chapel Gateway Chapel • 671-2911 Jewish MPF ID Cards 671-6006 Confessions, 4:45 p.m. Spanish Contemporary, Hope Chapel • 671-2941 Friday: Outdoor Recreation 925-5532 Mass, 5:30 p.m. 12:45 p.m. WHMC Chapel • 292-7373 Airmen Memorial Chapel TRICARE Info 800-444-5445 Contemporary, 10:45 a.m. Sabbath Eve Service, Sunday: 5:45 p.m. Thrift Shop 671-3600 Freedom Chapel Freedom Chapel Thursday: Religious Education, 4:30 Religious Education, 9 Contemporary Service, Bible Study, 6 p.m. p.m. Lackland Enlisted Spouses’ Club www.lacklandesc.org a.m. 9:30 a.m. Lackland Force Support Squadron www.lacklandfss.com Mass, 11 a.m. Gospel Service, 12:30 Sunday: Wicca Lackland ISD www.lacklandisd.net p.m. Medina Chapel 1st Wednesday: Hope Chapel Children’s Church Contemporary Service, 9 Freedom Chapel Lackland Officer Spouses’ Club www.lacklandosc.org Hispanic Mass, 9:15 a.m. provided a.m. Room 8, Lackland public Web site www.lackland.af.mil Religious Education, 11 San Antonio Military My Air Force Life www.MyAirForceLife.com Wilford Hall Chapel a.m. Wilford Hall Chapel Open Circle, Year of the Air Force Family www.af.mil/yoaff Mass, 3 p.m. Wednesday and Traditional Service, 1:30 p.m. 6:15 p.m. PAGE 16 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 17 COMMUNITY JOGGING RULES OF THE ROAD: Local Wearing portable headphones, earphones, or other listening devices while operating a motor vehicle, running, jogging, walking, bicycling, BRIEFS JOGGING BAN ON TWO ROADWAYS shot record, third party liability card HYPERTENSION EDUCATION CLASS current military sick call process Medical Center Emergency or skating on Lackland roadways and sidewalks is Jogging is no longer permitted on and any school forms are needed for A hypertension education class is with acute appointments beginning Department. two east side roadways of Lackland, the appointment. Monday, 1-3:30 p.m., at Wilford Hall Aug. 30. For more information, call 925- PROHIBITED. Hall Street and Westover Road, after For more information, call Tech. Medical Center. Active-duty military members 6336. the traffic safety working group Sgt. Jacqueline Martinez at 292- The class is open to any patient with illnesses requiring an appoint- determined those two thoroughfares 0786. or family member interested in ment within 24 hours will call the SERVICE OPPORTUNITY are unsafe for joggers. learning more about hypertension. Consult and Appointment The American Society of Military Joggers in that area are encour- THRIFT SHOPTO REOPEN For more information or to regis- Management Office at 916-9900. In Comptrollers will sponsor volunteer aged to use the walk and jog trails The Lackland Thrift Shop reopens ter, call the Nephrology Clinic at addition to acute appointments, the service hours at the Sunshine Plaza at the Lackland Outdoor Adventure Monday after being closed the 292-6868. CAMO can send telephone consults Apartments, 455 E. Sunshine Drive, Center. month of July. for administrative needs such as 9 a.m. to noon, Aug. 14. The shop accepts donations dur- BASE RAMADAN OBSERVANCES profile updates, medication refills, Students can earn a community MASS SPORTS PHYSICALS ing regular business hours Monday Ramadan, the Islamic month of and questions for their providers. service certificate for up to three Mass sports physicals at the through Wednesday or at the back fasting, will be observed daily at Active duty calling between 6:30- hours by participating in light clean- Wilford Hall Medical Center Pediatric door after business hours, and sunset in the Global Ministry Center, 8 a.m. will be given first priority for ing for senior residents. Clinic begin today and continue each requests any type of electronic Bldg. 7452, beginning on Aug. 10 or acute appointments. To volunteer, contact Angel Friday afternoon in August. devices, such as large television Aug. 11 through Sept. 9 or Sept. 10. After 8 a.m., any unfilled acute Crawford at 536-3549. The mass physicals are for sets, be dropped off only during Observances include breaking of appointments will be made avail- WHMC pediatric prime patients ages business hours. fast, prayers and lectures. able to all beneficiaries. Those who TWO INTERSECTIONS CHANGE 8 to 22, and may be scheduled by The shop is open for sales 9:30 For more information, call are unable to make an acute Two intersections in the Wilford calling the central appointment line a.m. to noon on Mondays, and 9:30 Chaplain (Capt.) Sharior Rahman at appointment may leave a telephone Hall Medical Center area, north of at 916-9900. a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesdays and 671-2941. consult with their provider and their Luke Avenue, are now 4-way stops. Special needs children should Wednesdays. nurse will return the call. The intersections converting to 4- make individual appointments other For more information, call the NEW PROCESS AT KELLY CLINIC Individuals who cannot wait for way stops are Kenly Avenue and than Friday afternoons. thrift shop at 671-3600 or e-mail The Kelly Family Medicine Clinic an appointment or have an emer- Ladd Street, and Holloman Avenue A patient’s military identification, [email protected]. at Port San Antonio is replacing the gency can go to the Wilford Hall and Pepperrell Street.

AUG. 2 Attendees will be briefed on For more information, call 671- AUG. 10-12 RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR Department of Defense Form 2648 4208. TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM A return and reunion seminar is and how to access benefits and serv- MONTHLY MEETINGS A three-day transition assistance Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the ices. ENLISTED SPOUSES CLUB AUG. 7 program for separating or retiring Medina staff takes on PT Airman and Family Readiness Center, For more information, call 671- The Lackland Enlisted Spouses Club meets every third Tuesday of the month, PARENTS DAY OUT military personnel is Aug. 10-12, 7:45 3722. 6:30 p.m., at AFRC, Bldg. 1249. For more information, visit www.lacklandesc.org. Bldg. 1249. Give Parents a Break/Parents Day a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, at the By Patrick Desmond Age Age The seminar is an informal forum Out at the youth center is Aug. 7, 1-6 Airman and Family Readiness Center, Sports Editor about the stress families and individ- PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL OFFICERS SPOUSES CLUB p.m., for children enrolled in full-day Bldg. 1249. The results 30 35 The Lackland Officers Spouses Club does not meet during the summer. Next uals experience during separation. Protestant Women of the Chapel kindergarten through age 12. The program is presented by meeting is Sept. 1. For more information, visit www.lacklandosc.org. Run Run For more information, call 671- meets for Bible study Tuesday, 10 For more information, call 671- Texas Workforce and focuses on how Need a spot? The Medina Fitness 3722. a.m., at Freedom Chapel with chil- 2388. to job search and related topics. staff has your back. are in ... 11:39 11:37 MILITARYCOUNCIL OF CATHOLIC WOMEN dren ministry during the meeting. The Military Council of Catholic Women meet the first Friday of the month, 10 For information, call 671-3722. Earlier this month, the staff started Push-ups Push-ups Aug. 3 For more information, call 671- a.m., at Freedom Chapel. For more information, call 671-4208. AUG. 9 an in-house contest at the Medina Five Medina Fitness Center 58 57 4208. AUG. 12 SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOP RETURN AND REUNION SEMINAR Fitness Center to see which employee staff members put their fitness Sit-ups Sit-ups The Small Business Development A return and reunion seminar is PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL could score highest under the Air Center will sponsor a workshop, How AUG. 4 Community Center. and Family Readiness Center, Bldg, Aug. 9, 2:30-3:30 p.m., at the Airman Protestant Women of the Chapel to the Air Force test and out 57 50 “Expressions,” an open micro- 1249. Force’s new revised fitness standards. to Start Your Own Business, 1-4 p.m., FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT SEMINAR and Family Readiness Center, Bldg. meets for Bible study Aug. 12, 6 p.m., into the public eye. Waist Waist Tuesday at the Airman and Family A seminar on How to Apply for phone forum, follows the meeting Military family life counselors 1249. at Freedom Chapel. Facility manager Jason Sparks 1/2 Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. Federal Employment is Wednesday, from 7-9 p.m. lead a discussion on separation and The seminar is an informal forum For more information, call 671- said the staff contest is an example of The test includes revised 37 35 For more information, call 671- relaxation techniques. Among the topics for discussion 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Airman and about the stress families and individ- 4208. how base fitness centers are behind standards for the 1.5-mile run, will be writing an effective business Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. 2619 or 671-2352. To make reservations, call 671- uals experience during separation. 3722. Airmen in their physical training sit-up and push-up and abdom- plan, doing market research, select- The class will teach participants For more information, call 671- SEPT. 1 AUG. 5 efforts and are adapting to the ing a location and time management. tools to enhance the job-hunting 3722. OFFICERS SPOUSES CLUB inal circumference process. HEARTS APART MEETING PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL changes with them. For class enrollment, call 671- A membership roundup for the components. Score: 88 Score: 90 3722. For more information, call 671- A Hearts Apart meeting for Protestant Women of the Chapel AUG. 10 Lackland Officers Spouses Club is “The staff at the Medina Fitness deployed family members is meets for Bible study Thursday, 6 Jason Sparks, Reagan Whitfield, 3610. PROTESTANT WOMEN OF THE CHAPEL scheduled for Sept. 1, 11 a.m. to 1 Center are taking the new PT test to Thursday, 6-8 p.m., at the Airman p.m., at Freedom Chapel. PRE-SEPARATION RETIREES CLASS Protestant Women of the Chapel p.m., at the Gateway Club. Roundup show the military we’re on board,” Facility manager Medina trainer A mandatory counseling class for LPAG MEETING meets for Bible study Aug. 10, 10 activities include learning to line Sparks said. pre-separation retirees is Tuesday, 9- Members of the Lackland a.m., at Freedom Chapel with chil- dance and door prizes. Additionally, Sparks said the com- 11 a.m., at the Airman and Family Performing Arts Group meet dren ministry during the meeting. Age Age Age WWW.LACKLANDFSS.COM For more information, visit petition encouraged the staff to get in Readiness Center, Bldg. 1249. Wednesday, 6-7 p.m., at Arnold Hall For information, call 671-4208. www.lacklandosc.org. 28 20 23 better shape and to lead by example. Run Run Fitness specialists Brian Goelz and Run Austin Williams took their test July 11:41 11:55 13:08 21. Push-ups Push-ups Push-ups At first, Goelz agreed it would be a 58 67 67 good idea to put his face out there Sit-ups Sit-ups Sit-ups and try something new,” but after- 58 58 ward, he found it “was definitely a 47 wakeup call.” Waist Waist Waist 1/4 1/2 Having taken the test the same 30 1/4 30 33 day, Williams added, “I did really well on the push-ups and sit-ups, but the run put us in our place.” With a wide variety of classes and equipment at their disposal, the staff Score: 89 Score: 92 Score: 84 Brian Goelz, helps Airmen improve their scores, Ronnie Rainey, Austin Williams, and now, it seems, they feel their Fitness specialist Fitness specialist Fitness specialist pain, too. BRIEFS LACKLAND REGATTA FLAG FOOTBALL FIRST SERGEANT GOLF nament is Aug. 27 at the Gateway Hills Golf The cardboard boat race is 5 p.m. today at The flag football intramural season begins The First Sergeant’s ninth annual golf tour- Course. For more information, call Fulton the Warhawk pool. First place wins $300, sec- Aug. 30. Letters of intent are due Tuesday. nament is today at the Gateway Hills Golf Spriggs at 671-8977 or Jeff Martin at 671- ond place $200 and third place $100. Course. The format is a four-person scramble. 8982. Other activities include a pool party with SOFTBALL LEAGUES To register, call Jason Stroh at 977-3309 or music, dunk booth, a G-rated movie at dusk, Co-ed and over-35 softball leagues begin Michael Pelletier at 977-7024. X-BOX TOURNAMENT and indoor sports at the Warhawk Fitness Aug. 10. People who are interested in playing Arnold Hall’s Madden 2011 video game Center. For more information, call 671-2619 or can contact their organization’s sports repre- TECH TRAINING GOLF tournament is Aug. 14. 2352. sentative or the sports office at 671-2725. The second annual Tech Training golf tour- To register, call 671-2619. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER JULY 30, 2010 JULY 30, 2010 TALESPINNER PAGE 21 Winning ways follow academy grad By Wayne Amann Anderson’s practical approach, planted during Air Force ISR Agency Public Affairs high school, then cultivated at the Prep School and the Academy, is now a staple for the 6-foot-3 Everywhere Tim Anderson has laced up a pair standout who tied the Falcon record with seven of basketball sneakers, he’s been a winner. steals in one game against San Diego State at the As a senior guard at Franklin High School in El 2008 Mountain West Conference Tournament. Paso, he led his team to a 26-7 record while aver- “I love transferring the lessons learned on the aging 23 points per game, on his way to earning court to the workplace,” he said. “The winning city and district most valuable player honors, plus combination in both places is work hard, build a second-team all-state selection. chemistry among your team and execute the game While team captain at the United States Air plan.” Force Academy Prep School, Anderson’s 16 points As the Chief of Information Management at per game average helped the Huskies post an eye- Lackland’s Wilford Hall Medical Center for a little popping 31-3 mark. more than a year, the former systems engineering During his career with Air Force, he was instru- management major couples information technolo- mental in the Falcons going a four-year best 84- gy with information assurance to carry out the 42, reaching the NCAA Tournament in 2006 and mission of the Air Force’s largest military treat- the National Invitation Tournament semifinals in ment facility. 2007. As a leader, he practices a people-centric phi- Though soft-spoken, Anderson’s play spoke vol- losophy. umes as he finished second on the academy’s all- “You have to invest time in those around you time steals list with 175, second in most career and appreciate that everyone has something to games played at 124 and was named the Mountain offer,” Anderson explained. “And remember to West Conference defensive player of the year for give credit where it’s due.” the 2007-2008 season. Anderson credits his Academy experience for Fast forward to April 11, 2010, and the honing a variety of skills. Chaparral Fitness Center at Lackland. “My time at the academy was often rough and Anderson, the Lackland Warhawk team cap- demanding,” he admitted. “It taught me how to tain, has a potential game-winning buzzer-beater manage my time and develop quick and effective shot fall short in the title game of the inaugural solutions to sticky situations.” National Military Men’s Basketball Championship Photo by Robbin Cresswell The first lieutenant embraces the challenges of U.S. Air Force Academy graduate and Warhawks captain Tournament. his post-academy blue-suit career. Tim Anderson drives the baseline against the Fort Lee-Fort Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., won the game, “I plan to be an expert in my career field and pur- Meade All Stars during the military’s national champi- 73-72. Even in defeat, Anderson earned all-tour- onship tournament in April. sue a master’s degree in the next couple of years,” nament honors averaging 12.2 points per game in he said. “I love working in a hospital and I love six outings. though our guys finished second in the national coaching (military athletes) so we’ll see where that “Games are often won by the team that’s most military tournament, it was all about having fun takes me.” resilient and hard working,” Anderson said. “Even and building relationships.” Chances are Anderson’s winning ways will follow.

FITNESS & SPORTS 90-DAY CHALLENGE WEEK 3: Which adjustment has been toughest during the fitness challenge?

“I’ve had to be more “Being consistent with “I’ve included more creative. I injured my my cardio and trying to sprints into my program heel and now I have to eat right. They go hand to improve my one-mile watch what I eat in hand. I try to do cardio run time. It hurts. Doing because I can’t do a lot more now and cut the intervals, that’s cardio. I’ve incorpo- down on my carbs.” taxing. Just as chal- rated more upper body lenging as doing kettle- and core workouts. The – Christy Cardenas bell workouts.” hardest part is White team adjusting to eating.” – Lucas Guili – Frances Stackpoole Blue team Red team