Embed Size (px)
DESCRIPTION
Serving Camp Lejeune, NC
Citation preview
WWW.CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE.COM VOLUME 74, EDITION 35
Trial by fi refi ght | 5ABurgaw Marine gets gold | 7A
WWW.LEJEUNE.MARINES.MIL
The
GL BEMontford Point
THURSDAY AUGUST 30, 2012
News Briefs
Intramural team outsmarts opponents
Wounded warriors target recovery
Post exchange puckers up
1B
1C
1D
SERVING CAMP LEJEUNE AND SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1944
CPL. BRYAN NYGAARDII Marine Expeditionary Force
Approximately 100 Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force partici-pated in Exercise Atlantic Response 12 aboard Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue near Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point Aug. 21 through 23.
Atlantic Response is a scenario-driven, simulation-supported exercise designed to develop the command staff ’s ability to rapidly respond to today’s emerging crises using middle-weight force.
The exercise employed Marines and sailors from the 2nd Marine Expedition-ary Brigade’s headquarters who set up a combat operations center, complete with a barbed-wire perimeter on the outer coat of the air field. Within the combat operations center were Marines working on laptops while projection screens and maps covered the walls. The simulation was also supported by an additional 50 personnel working in the II MEF Simula-tions Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune.
“What we’re replicating are the com-mand and control functions you would expect out of a Marine Expeditionary Brigade,” said Brig. Gen. John K. Love, the deputing commanding general of II MEF and the commanding general of 2nd MEB. “Typically, what we do is run through a series of battle drills and staff exercises that refine our processes for staff functioning.
“At this level, command and control is fairly complicated. There are a lot of command and control systems, there are a lot of mechanisms and we experience fairly high turnover of personnel over the summers. What we’re doing now is sort of back-in-the-saddle training. We’re indoctrinating new staff members into the team; we’re going through our standard operating procedures to get us ready should we be required.”
The simulation was like a large com-puter-based game simulating the move-ment of actual forces. The scenario in-volved a fictitional country with a weak government and terrorist activity. The scenario is based on the different types of crises occurring over the past several years. These crises required Marines to conduct a variety of operations includ-ing protecting national interests, deliver-ing humanitarian assistance, supporting disaster relief and acting as a show of force.
“Right now, we’re looking at the lit-torals of the world, which is where the maritime domain meets the land do-main, and we anticipate crises are likely to occur (there),” said Love.
Love remarked how it is not only im-portant the staff develops their operating procedures, but also develops teamwork and camaraderie.
“We are always refining our process-es and looking for ways to become more efficient,” said Love. “This exercise runs 10 hours a day, and every day when we stop the actual simulation play, we take a little break. We huddle to go through our lessons learned and figure out where we want to modify our standard oper-ating procedures so we can improve them.”
Exercise Atlantic Response 12 also serves as preparation for Exercise Bold Alligator 13 scheduled to take place April 2013, which continues to be the largest combined joint amphibious training exercise conducted on the east-ern seaboard. The intent of these exer-cises is to revitalize the Marine Corps’ amphibious warfare proficiency, which remains a Marine Corps priority.
II MEF participates in Exercise Atlantic Response
CAMP LEATHERNECK, AFGHANISTAN
CPL. KENNETH JASIK Regimental Combat Team 6
As Afghan National Security Forces take over for Marines operating in Hel-mand province, they coordinate their efforts through an Operational Control Center-District.
The OCCD, advised by Marines with Police Advisor Team 4, Regimental Com-bat Team 6, in Kajaki District, ensures all the operations of the Afghan National Army, Afghan National Civil Order Po-lice and Afghan Uniformed Police are well-coordinated.
“The OCCD is like a (command op-
erations center) for the ANSF,” said Cpl. Franklyn L. Plummer, an assistant advisor with Police Advisor Team 4. “It’s a partner-ship between the ANA, ANCOP and AUP. It’s so they can communicate together and help each other out.
“Let’s say ANCOP is in a firefight, and they are near an ANA post. The (ANCOP) would let the (ANA) know they’re in the area and taking enemy contact. The ANA nearby can move to help.”
Kajaki’s OCCD is a new effort, and the advisors help the different services work together.
“This concept is something that may be unfamiliar to the ANSF forces, and
with each force having distinct roles, a lot of coordination needs to take place,” said 1st Lt. Bryant Yee, officer in charge, Kajaki district Police Advisor Team.
The Marines said they look forward to helping the Afghans coordinate their efforts and help them fight as one.
“They work together well,” said Plummer. “There can be a little friction between each group, but they do work well together.”
“The OCCD definitely made the ANSF more effective,” said Yee. “The ANA and ANCOP are ecstatic about the OCCD and believe in participating in it.”
KAJAKI DISTRICT, AFGHANISTAN
Photo by Cpl. Kenneth JasikAn Afghan National Army soldier listens to a radio at Forward Operating Base Zeebrugee in Kajaki District, Afghanistan recently. The Afghan National Security Forces organize their efforts in an Operational Control Center-District.
CAPT. ROBERT SHUFORD 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit
A small team of Marines from the 24th Ma-rine Expeditionary Unit were sent on a unique mission in the east-central African country of Uganda.
Eleven Marines traveled from the amphibious assault ships of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group to Uganda to link up with a team of Ma-rines from Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force who were already there conducting a training package for soldiers of the Uganda Peo-ple’s Defense Force.
The Marines are helping the UPDF perfect their skills in marksmanship, small unit tactics and engineering prior to the Ugandan soldiers de-ploying in support of the African Union Mission in Somalia.
For the Marines and their Ugandan partners this opportunity provided a variety of challenges and rewards.
In their own words, here is how members from both militaries feel about their interaction:
Cpl. Robert W. Winegar, a mortarman with
Battalion Landing Team, 1st Battalion, 2nd Ma-rine Regiment, 24th MEU – “My experience in Uganda is great so far. I never imagined I would be in Africa training the UPDF. I really enjoy being exposed to the new culture and experiences. I like the training and the challenge of working with the Marines from the SPMAGTF and a foreign mili-tary. So far, I have been employed as a combat in-structor overseeing the basic combat skills taught to the UPDF troops. When the UPDF soldiers are split into their prospective job specialties, I will be a 60mm mortars instructor.”
Cpl. Matteo Marshall, with BLT, 1st Bn., 2nd Marines, 24th MEU – “So far my experi-ence in Uganda is extremely positive. We have a variety of things scheduled to teach and train the UPDF soldiers, but at the same time, we can also learn from them. U.S. forces are employed mostly in desert environments in recent years. Our cur-rent generation of troops lacks knowledge and training when it comes to jungle warfare. This is something we can improve on while working with the UPDF by learning from their experi-ences. I would have never expected to take part
Marines, Ugandan soldiers share thoughts on unique training mission
SINGO, UGANDA
Courtesy photoSoldiers with the Uganda People’s Defense Force move forward with weapons at the ready as a training team of Marines from the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit coach them in small unit tactics and marksmanship recently.
SEE UGANDA 7A
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 2A AUGUST 30, 2012
This Department of Defense newspaper is an authorized publication of the DOD. Contents of The Globe are not necessarily the offi cial views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the DOD, or the Public Affairs Offi ce, Camp Lejeune, N.C. The Globe is published by Land-mark Military Newspapers of N.C., a private enterprise not connected with the DOD or the U.S. Marine Corps, under exclusive written con-tract with Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C. The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement of these products or services by the DOD, the U.S. Marine Corps, or Landmark Military Newspapers of N.C.Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affi lia-tion, or any other nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron. If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser is confi rmed, the publisher shall refuse to print advertising from that source until the violation is corrected. The editorial content of this pub-lication is the responsibility of the Public Affairs Offi ce, Camp Lejeune, N.C. Any questions may be directed to: Commanding General, (Attn: Public Affairs Offi ce), Marine Corps Base, PSC Box 20004, Camp Leje-une, N.C. 28542-0004. For distribution and advertising inquiries, call 347-9624. Mail subscribers: Any notices to report a change of address need to be sent to: Landmark Military Newspapers - NC, 1122 Henderson Dr., Jacksonville, N.C. 28540. For advertising questions or to submit free trader ads, call 347-9624, ext. 101.
Commanding General, Marine Corps Installations East — Marine Corps Base
Camp LejeuneBrig. Gen. Thomas A. Gorry
Public Affairs Offi cerCapt. Joshua Smith
Public Affairs Chief Staff Sgt. Theresa [email protected]
PublisherJames M. Connors
Managing EditorEna Sellers
Assistant Managing EditorAmy Binkley
Layout EditorSarah Anderson
Sports EditorJessie Heath
NAVAL HOSPITAL CAMP LEJEUNEMILITARY RETIREE HEALTH CARE
TOWN HALL MEETINGNaval Hospital Camp Lejeune commanding offi cer,
Capt. David LaneInvites you to the military retiree health care town hall meeting
Sept. 20At 2 and 6 p.m.
Naval Hospital GalleyThis is an opportunity to learn what’s going on directly from the hospital commanding offi cer. Guests will be able to ask questions and express
concerns about health care issuesFor more information contact: Raymond Applewhite
NHCL Public Affairs Offi cer 450-4463.
with Randy Reichlerwith Randy Reichler
During a Retired Regiment of the Dinosaurs breakfast meeting at the Ball Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, a fellow retiree thought an article about the Survi-vor’s Benefit Plan would be beneficial, especially if it was explained simply without fancy terminology.
SBP is basically insurance on military retired pay. Service mem-bers have a one-time opportunity to choose the plan prior to retirement unless an open season occurs. Open season happened only three times since 1957 lasting only one year. Re-tirees also only have one opportunity to exit the SBP between their second and third year of retirement. The exit time went into effect in 2004 for persons retiring in January 2004 and later. Another provision enacted the same year, was the stipulation that re-tirees over 70 years old with the plan for more than 30 years were no longer required to pay premiums on the pro-gram while payoff to the beneficiary continues.
A retiree can allocate between
$300 and the total amount of retired pay as the minimal amount into the program, of which 55 percent is paid to the beneficiary upon the retirees’ death. The cost is 2.5 percent up to $595 and 6.5 percent for amounts $596 or more. A base amount of $300 a month would cost $7.50 per month with a payout of $165, just as the cost for a base amount of $1,800 would be $117 with a payout of $990 per month to the beneficiary.
The changes implemented in 2004 concerning the premium cap for age, ability to quit the plan, and insuring the 55-percent payoff to the beneficiary after the age of 62 were vast improvements over the previous program.
Additional benefits of the program include non-taxable premiums taken from the retired pay, an increased payoff to the beneficiary as annual cost-of-living allowance raises, and continued payoff until death of the beneficiary as long as the remaining spouse does not remarry before the age of 55.
Some disadvantages include taxes on the payoff, premiums are not paid back to the retiree if the beneficiary dies before the retiree, and the SBP can be viewed as a property right in the case of divorce.
There are other advantages and shortcomings to the program, but those mentioned above are the most prevalent.
The Retired Activities Office works with an average of 105 retiree deaths per year in this region. Approximately 23 percent of the retirees do not have an SBP or insurance coverage for their widows. As a result, five widows lost their homes in 2011. The SBP, in addition to other insurance coverage, can provide security for the surviving family. What may seem like a burden to the retiree now could prove to be a saving grace to their surviving family upon the retirees’ death.
For any further assistance or infor-mation on SBP call 451-0287 or visit the Retired Activities Office located in room 142 of building 60 aboard Camp Lejeune.
Examining the Survivors’ Benefi t Plan A Rand Corp. report commissioned by the DOD offers three reasons to justify annual pay
raises for the coming years to be less than the private sector. These reasons are a slow economy improved recruiting and retention, the draw down in Iraq and Afghanistan will
lessen political fallout, and service members are well compensated after years of robust
pay and benefi t increases.What do you think?
If the economy is so bad why are we paying Congress so much? They all need to take a pay cut.
Nancy Juliao
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/CAMP.LEJEUNE
I think it stinks. I think theyshould cut the pay of Congress, the
President and his people, and give it to the people who earn their right to
spend our money.
Cheryl Harrell Bledsoe
Greg Jeppson
It is ridiculous. They should cut the politicians pay since they make more
than triple what we make and they don’thave to worry about getting shot, walking
up a 5 a.m. to go for a six-mile run or making sure your highly qualified sinceyou might lose your career because
of the drawdown they want.
If the pay is ‘robust’ tell me why mynd made less for getting shot ng out terrorists than heprivate sector job of oil
drilling?
Christy Lighthouse
… how is a yearly 1.7 percent increase robust?
Laurie Light
If our military members get paid enough then why do some families
need to get assistance from public aid just to feed their family?
Cathy Baxter
‘Service members are wellcompensated.’ Oh, I get it.This is satire, right?
Ruth Charles Robbins
Marine Corps Community Services is hosting the 2012 Job Fair and Edu-cation Expo Sept. 19 at the Russell Marine and Family Services Center and Marston Pavilion from 9 a.m. through 1 p.m.
The expo is designed to offer interaction with a variety of potential employ-ers and education organizations to facilitate job exploration, application and educational opportunities to all military personnel, retirees, active-duty reservists and family members aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and Marine Corps Air Station New River.
For more information contact a Transition Assistance Program specialist at 449-9709.
2012 JOB FAIR AND EDUCATION EXPO
This summer, President Barack Obama an-nounced the first major re-design of the military’s Transition Assistance Program since the program’s inception over 20 years ago entitled “Transition GPS.” GPS doesn’t stand for global positioning sys-tem, but goals, plan, succeed. What most do not know is that Transition GPS is mirrored after the Marine Corps’ new Transition Readiness Seminar implemented in March 2012 by our 35th Comman-dant Gen. James F. Amos.
Transition from active-duty service is inevitable. For some, transition occurs after initial enlistment and for others, after a 20-year career or longer. Re-gardless, preparing for transition is a process that must begin early in one’s career. Today we will be discussing the new Transition Readiness Seminar with TRS advisor supervisor, Bill Mottley, who will overview the program, available services and how to prepare for life after active-duty service.
RR – What was the motivation for revising the transition preparedness of Marines?
BM – The commandant realized Marines were separating from the Corps unprepared. A revision in the program was needed to adjust to the individu-alized needs of the Marine. This program provides the required veteran’s benefits overview combined with an enhanced individualized approach tailored to one of four pathways our Marines will embark upon separation. The pathways are career or techni-cal education, college or university education, entre-preneurship or employment.
RR – How is the TRS different from the pre-sep-aration and transition assistance program, better known as SEPS and TAP?
BM – Two major differences exist. First, SEPS and TAP is viewed as an end-of-service event while TRS is a career-long process. Second, SEPS and TAP does not provide specific individualized path-way options. TRS was implemented because one
course cannot meet the various individualized needs of our transitioning Marines. Addition-ally, TRS advisors are hired to assist Marines and spouses with creating an individualized transition plan, which includes a financial plan and relocation considerations. TRS advisors are available immedi-ately to provide one-on-one assistance in navigating this process. To contact an advisor call 451-3754 or 451-3781 to make an appointment.
RR – If a Marine or spouse completed one path-way, would he or she be allowed to attend another?
BM – Absolutely. Marines have the option of pur-suing all four pathways if they choose. Registration for TRS can be completed by contacting a career planner or unit transition counselor. Meanwhile, if you have questions, contact a TRS advisor.
RR – Are Army, Navy and Coast Guard person-nel eligible to attend TRS and does the TRS meet their separation requirements?
BM – Yes. Currently, the Marine Corps require-ment goes beyond the Department of Defense stan-dard for requirements to separate from the service. Other services are permitted to attend our TRS, but I would encourage them to contact their branch representative for specific guidance.
Stressing the importance of beginning the tran-sition process early can reduce individual stress in the end. Transition can be ambiguous, but this new Transition Readiness Seminar will clearly eliminate those challenges.
Editor’s note: Mark Munger is the Resource Branch manager for Marine Corps Community Services aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Leje-une. He is a retired master sergeant responsible for the execution of Information & Referral Program and Relocation Assistance Program for MCCS, Camp Lejeune. He can be contacted at [email protected] or 451-1056.
Transition Readiness Seminar prepares service members for life after active duty
If the phusban
at and takindoes in his p
Umm …
Resource Resource RoundupRoundupBy Mark Munger
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 3A
It’s more than a car. It’s your future.
®
The MILES® (Military Installment Loan & Educational Services) Program was created to help educate Active Duty Service Members. We help you get a great deal on a vehicle, and help you build positive credit for the future.
3 ways the MILES Program protects you.1 Purchase protection. Our buying protections help ensure
that you get a fair deal on a quality vehicle.
2 Buyer education. We provide one-on-one Vehicle Purchase Training to educate you about purchasing, financing and ownership.
3 Building credit. Responsible financing from a reputable lender can help you establish positive credit for the future.
We’ve protected over 100,000 Service Members and counting.
Buy quality, buy smart. Learn more at usmiles.com
Recharge your AT&T Worldwide PrePaid
Card by calling the 800# and the
following recharge instructions on the
back of your Card.
©2012 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other AT&T marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
Recharge your AT&T PrePaid Card and call to your heart’s content.
that you want to add
Make their day.Give a call.
SGT. RACHAEL MOORE 2nd Marine Logistics Group
Cpl. Jonathon C. Head is a sup-ply clerk with Combat Logis-tics Battalion 22,
2nd Marine Logistics Group. Recently, he has corrected more than $200,000 worth of deficien-cies in the unit’s gear.
After returning from their last deployment, gear was scattered every which way. Head went through most of the gear to find out what is missing and how to acquire missing pieces. A miss-ing piece of gear is considered a deficiency.
“He does more than the as-signed task,” said 2nd Lt. Brian McCombs, the supply officer for the battalion. “He digs into
the bigger issues, the underlying things and makes recommenda-tions. It’s beyond what I would expect from a corporal.”
Head is single-handedly lead-ing an inventory of more than 20,000 items. During that pro-cess, he has to locate the item in the warehouse, ensure the item is serviceable, verify that the service numbers match, and then put the item back in the proper location.
SGT. RACHAEL MOORE2nd Marine Logistics Group
l J th C
After returning from their last deployment, gear was scattered every which way. Head went th h t f th t fi d
the bigger issues, the underlyingthings and makes recommenda-tions. It’s beyond what I would
t f l ”
Supply clerk digs Supply clerk digs deep to save moneydeep to save money
Photos by Sgt. Rachael Moore(Above) Cpl. Jonathon C. Head, a supply clerk with Combat Logistics Battalion 22, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, checks over a gear list in the CLB-22 supply warehouse aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune. Head is currently inventorying more than 20,000 items, and so far has corrected more than $200,000 worth of deficiencies. (Left) Cpl. Jonathon C. Head, a supply clerk with CLB-22, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, digs through a container looking for each item on the gear list during an inventory of the warehouse aboard MCB Camp Lejeune recently.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 4A AUGUST 30, 2012
STAFF SGT. BRIAN BUCKWALTERRegimental Combat Team 6
One of a Marine’s best friends in a battle is 67-tons of steel, armor and fire power.
In Helmand province, Afghanistan, Marines with 2nd Tank Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6 are using the M-1A1 Abrams tank to help make the battlefield safer for in-fantry Marines fighting the enemy.
Lance Cpl. Kevin Quig-ley, a tank crewman with the battalion, compared the firepower of one tank to an entire infantry platoon. In addition to its main 120 mm main gun, an Abrams tank has a .50-caliber ma-chine gun and two M-240 machine guns mounted.
“There’s nothing else like an M-1A1 on the battle-field,” Quigley said. “It’s a little bit of an ego boost be-ing a tanker and knowing what the M-1A1 brings to the fight.”
Capt. Mike Donlin, a forward air controller, said all the Marines feel the same way. “They are excit-ed to be deployed and want to see the infantry ecstatic that big brother is there for them,” he said.
Col. John Shafer, com-manding officer, Regimen-tal Combat Team 6, recently spoke with the tankers. He said they arrived in country at a pivotal and transitional time in the fight as Marines allow Afghan forces to take the lead in security opera-tions. While Afghans will focus on maintaining secu-rity in safer areas, Marines will operate in less secure
areas of Helmand province — places that had little to no coalition presence.
“You are going to stay busy,” Shafer told the Marines.
Capt. Matt Dowden, commanding officer of the company, said busy is how his “tougher than nail” Marines want to be. He said prior to deploy-ment his company wasn’t sure if tanks were going to be needed in Afghani-stan any longer. But when they found out they were deploying, his Marines completed more than seven months of pre-deployment preparations in only four months.
“They almost enjoy breaking their backs to get the job done,” and they’re happy to be in Afghanistan doing what they trained to do, Dowden said.
“They refuse to fail,” he added.
Fourteen tanks make up the company. It’s a tight fit, but a four-Marine crew op-erates each tank.
“I don’t think it would be a good place for someone who is claustrophobic,” said Lance Cpl. Joshua Felder, a tank crewman.
In southern Afghani-stan, the terrain they op-erate in varies from fine-powered sand commonly referred to as “moon dust” by the Marines, to coarse and rocky. Water irrigation channels, known as wadis, are scattered throughout the landscape and pose a
hazard to the tanks.“Being over here is
like being on a different planet,” Quigley said. The terrain they experienced so far in Afghanistan is nothing like where they trained, he added.
Even with the ever-changing landscape, the ride is really smooth, sur-prisingly,” said Felder.
The ride has to be smooth. Tanks are de-signed so Marines can aim in and fire on a target even
on the move. It’s a loud ride too.
Felder said the 1,500-horsepower turbine engine isn’t the noisy part, the tracks are.
Responsibility for keep-ing the tanks running falls on the mechanics, and it’s no easy task.
Lance Cpl. Lucas Walsh, a tank mechanic, said the routine mainte-nance on a tank that runs for two hours could be an all day ordeal.
With a machine as heavy as a tank crossing rough terrain upwards of 40 mph, bolts and hoses can get jostled lose. Be-neath its armored exoskel-eton, a tank is a web of wires, hydraulic lines and gear works.
“Finding a leak is like finding a needle in a hay-stack,” said Walsh.
On missions, mechan-ics are never far from the tanks their assigned to. They either drive M-88A2
“Hercules” recovery vehi-cles, tow trucks for tanks, or 7-ton trucks that carry tools and spare parts.
Both the mechanics and the operators don’t mind the long hours, or the cramped environment they often find themselves working in. They all say they want to make sure the infantry Marines in a fight know tanks have their back.
“It’s easier to replace parts than Marines,” said Felder.
In Afghanistan, ‘big brother’ is watchingPATROL BASE SHIR GHAZAY, AFGHANISTAN
Photo by Staff Sgt. Brian Buckwalter
Cpl. Kevin Quigley a tank crewman with 2nd Tank Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6, tightens a bolt on an M-1A1 Abrams tank track recently.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Brian BuckwalterCpl. Kevin Quigley, a tank crewman with 2nd Tank Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6, stands on top of an M1A1 Abrams tank recently.
Photo by Staff Sgt. Brian BuckwalterCpl. Brenton Dawson, a tank mechanic with 2nd Tank Battalion, Regimental Combat Team 6, listens to the regimental commanding offi cer, Col. John Shafer, address tankers about their mission in Afghanistan, recently.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 5A
Select 3 & 4 bedroom homes available TODAY for immediate move in at McCutcheon Manor at MCAS New River!
www.atlanticmcc.com
to Atlantic Marine Corps Communities at McCutcheon Manor at MCAS New River!
t r!
Move-In Special: Receive $1000! * While supplies last so CALL TODAY!
Family Dental Practice32 Office Park Dr. • Jacksonville, NC
United Concordia Dental Provider
Stephen C. Futrell, D.D.S. • Chad S. Reese, D.M.D
www.futrellandreesefamilydentistry.com
Futrell and Reese Family Dentistry, voted Onlsow County's best dental office by local newspaper readers
three years in a row, and we're recognized in the top one percent of
practices nationwide by dental insurer United Concordia and Metlife.
For family dental care in a family-friendly atmosphere, contact us for an
appointment today.
910-353-8200
WE GO TO THE HARD PLACESFood for the Hungry helps the impoverished build sustainable communities.
We don’t leave until poverty is at ease.
Rated 4 out of 4 stars by Charity Navigator.
Combat Logistics Regiment 27 recognizes, honors spousesSGT. RACHAEL MOORE 2nd Marine Logistics Group
More than 20 couples flooded the banquet room at the Ball Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune for a Spouse Ap-preciation Night recently.
As they entered the room, a soft beat of music filled the air while some guests dished up a plate of wings, fresh vegetables and other appetizers; oth-er guests socialized with people they haven’t seen in a while, and some they’ve never seen before.
“We want spouses to get to know each other,” said Jose Padilla, the family readiness officer for Com-bat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group. “By participating you learn, you get more in-
formation, you get to know who’s in charge, who does what, and it’s important.”
The event continued with an award ceremony. Col. Mark R. Hollahan, the CLR-27 commanding officer, along with his wife, Kim, and the regimental sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. Lanette Wright, presented a letter of appreciation to each spouse in attendance.
“In sincere apprecia-tion of your sacrifices and support,” the letter read, “Thanks for a job well done.”
Each spouse received an award signed by Holla-han, a gift bag made by one of the CLR-27 volunteer spouses, and a rose.
“It’s really nice to get some appreciation for what we do because we do a lot,” said Nakyshia Leger, whose husband is a ser-
geant with Landing Sup-port Company, CLR-27. “I have baby number three on the way, and I’m always at home with the kids. It’s just nice to have a night out, and they’re like ‘Hey, thank you for all that you do’.”
The night continued with a drawing, at which Padilla gave out door prizes such as candles, gift cards and picture frames.
“It’s so worth coming out to these things because you do have fun,” said Octa Fassnacht, who is married to a staff sergeant and at-tended the Spouse Appre-ciation Night last year. “It’s a way to release some stress because everyday life can be so hectic.”
After the prizes were gone, couples crowded the dance floor for a few danc-es before the night drew to a close.
Photo by Sgt. Rachael Moore Maria Lopez (middle), wife of 1st Sgt. Jerry Lopez, receives gifts from Kim Hollahan (right), the wife of Combat Logistics Regimental 27 commanding offi cer, and Sgt. Maj. Lanette Wright (left), the CLR-27 sergeant major, as a small token of appreciation for her support as a volunteer and spouse during a Spouse Appreciation Night at the Ball Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune recently. The gifts included a bag of goodies, a fl ower and an award signed by Col. Mark R. Hollahan, the CLR-27 commanding offi cer.
Photos by Sgt. Rachael Moore (Above) Couples dance during a Spouse Appreciation Night at the Ball Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune recently. (Below) Sgt. Maj. Lanette Wright (right), the sergeant major of Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, gives Kim Hollahan, the wife of the commanding offi cer of CLR-27, a hug for her continuous support during a Spouse Appreciation Night at the Ball Center aboard MCB Camp Lejeune recently.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.6A auGusT 30, 2012
$10/PERSON - $15/COUPLESSHOWS START AT 8:00 p.m.JOIN US ON SATURDAYS!
CALL 910-346-6815 FORMORE INFO!orleanshousecomedyzone.weebly.com
their experiences. I would have never expected to take part in this mission while on the 24th MEU. It was, and is, a pleasant surprise. I like being apart of this team and mis-sion. It’s an honor and a pleasure to be serving my coun-try in such an important mission, and I find the task of teaching and training the UPDF very rewarding. When the UPDF soldiers are split into their prospective job special-ties, I will be a medium machine gun instructor (PKM).”
Lance Cpl. Trey A. Romero, a combat engineer as-signed to Battalion Landing Team 1st Bn., 2nd Marines, 24th MEU - “My experience has been just that, an experi-ence. I’ve seen and learned many new things, and above all else, I am enjoying myself. I never thought I would be in Africa while deployed with a MEU, let alone in Ugan-da training the UPDF in my specialty of engineering and demolitions. I like training with the UPDF and think the training is good. So far I taught and learned a lot with the UPDF. The impact of having a few engineers on this train-ing team proved to be beneficial. The UPDF soldiers show great improvements in multiple facets of combat engineer-ing, which will surely prove to be invaluable in their follow-on missions supporting AMISOM. When the UPDF sol-
diers are split into their prospective job specialties, I will be a combat engineer instructor teaching survivability, basic and advanced demolitions, military urban breaching and mine detectors.”
The Ugandan soldiers also had positive things to say about the training.
Pvt. Kenneth Edep, a combat engineer with the UPDF – “I think the training is going to provide us with a lot of experience. This is our first time using and wearing (protec-tive vest and helmets) during our training. The classes we are getting are very useful. The UPDF is used to fighting in the jungle and now we are moving to more (urban) areas. The training we are receiving is giving us experience for when we are going in for an attack in an urban environ-ment. This type of training is something our enemies may not have, and it will help us defeat them. I am happy to be in this course. I wish all of our soldiers could participate in this training and experience. I feel good working with the Marines. They taught us a lot of great things. The most important things I think we learned so far are First Aid and the weapon safety rules. They are the most important to me because they will save our lives.”
Staff Sgt. Alex Agupio, a combat engineer with the UPDF – “I learned a lot in this training. Many of the things we are taught are new and not covered in our previ-ous training evolutions. I like the advantage of getting this new training. The new techniques in urban training are an advantage because we weren’t previously trained in it. We need to be trained in urban areas because we are not used to fighting in that type of area. I feel working with the Ma-rines is good because they are teaching us new techniques to make us better when we fight.”
The team from the 24th MEU arrived in Uganda in July and plans to continue training Ugandan soldiers through September.
Training with foreign militaries is a standard practice for Marines deployed on a MEU. The 24th MEU participated in training exercises with Moroccan, Spanish, Jordanian, Ital-ian, French and Lebanese forces since deploying in March.
The 24th MEU is a 2,300-strong Marine Air Ground Task Force currently deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibi-ous Ready Group, and is serving as a theater reserve and crisis response force for U.S. Central Command and 5th Fleet areas of responsibility.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 7A
1250-A Western BlvdJacksonville
5160 W 70 Hwy Suite 700Morehead City
1975 SE Greenville BlvdGreenville
Ashley Furniture HomeStore252-295-HOME (4663)
INTRODUCING OUR NEW IN STORE
GOOD CREDIT BAD CREDITNO CREDIT
EVERYONE’SAPPROVEDNO CREDIT CHECKPAYMENT OPTION!
See store for complete details.
GOOD CREDIT BAD CREDITNO CREDIT
EVERYONE’SAPPROVED
a CFC participant Provided as a public service
marchforbabies.org
STAFF REPORT II Marine Expeditionary Force
A local Montford Point Marine was presented a bronze replica of the Con-gressional Gold Medal in a ceremony held Aug. 22
at the Burgaw Fire Department by Ma-rines from II Marine Headquarters Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force.
Anthony Caputo of Burgaw is one of approximately 100 Montford Point Ma-rines unable to attend the Congressio-nal Gold Medal events in Washington, D.C. To ensure the proper presentation and recognition of each Montford Point Marine, Marine units across the country are holding ceremonies in their honor.
House and Senate leaders awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to the Montford Point Marines in a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center June 27. The Commandant of the Marine Corps also held a parade in their honor the next day at Marine Barracks Wash-ington, where they were presented indi-vidual bronze replica medals. Approxi-mately 400 Montford Point Marines
were in attendance. The Congressional Gold Medal is the
highest civilian honor awarded as the utmost expression of national apprecia-tion for distinguished achievements and contributions.
From 1942 to 1949, approximately 20,000 African American recruits were trained at Montford Point during World War II. Of those brave men, over 13,000 served overseas during the war.
“To me, they were heroic for two reasons: they fought against the enemy during World War II while they also fought for their civil rights and the re-spect of their fellow Americans,” said Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos. “It is fitting that we, as Americans, honor their selfless service and sacrifice with the Congres-sional Gold Medal and fully embrace their storied contributions to the his-tory of our nation at war."
The medal was designed and ap-proved by the Montford Point Marine Association, the Marine Corps and the U.S. Mint. Bronze replica medals are available for purchase on the U.S. Mint webpage.
Photo by Lance Cpl. William M. KresseAnthony Caputo is presented a bronze replica of the Congressional Gold Medal in a ceremony held Aug. 22 at the Burgaw Fire Department by Marines of II Marine Headquarters Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force. Caputo, of Burgaw, is one of approximately 100 Montford Point Marines unable to attend the Congressional Gold Medal events in Washington, D.C.
Photo by Lance Cpl. William M. KresseThe Congressional Gold Medal is the highest civilian honor awarded as the utmost expression of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions.
Photo by Lance Cpl William M Kress
UGANDA FROM 1A
BURGAW, N.C.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.8A auGusT 30, 2012
414 Orange Street • Beaufort, NC • 252-728-2265
discoverydiving.comTravel.Love your Job.
Have a career as a Scuba Professional.
instruc
torpro
gram paid
by
theva/g
i bill & dive
master
progra
m paidbym
ilitary t
a!
to advertise in the business spotlight contact bobby, pauline,
emily or teresa at(910) 347-9624
10% Military Discount Everyday. Military ID Required
OrientalMassage
By appointment only910.581.8575 | 10am - 9pmorientalmassagehome.com
$60 for one hourmassage
Southern Belle Excursions30 minutes from jacksonville
or 20 minutes from backgate of camp lejeune
910.327.0207318 Fulchers landing RdSneads Ferry
Get Your Party cruise On!
10% militarydiscount on buffet2 for $20 ribeye
specialMadison’sprime rib steak seafooddaily lunch & dinner buffetbreakfast buffet sat & sunfull menu available
910.741.0138Located at Four Corners& Hwy 172 in Sneads Ferry
prime rib steak seafooddaily lunch & dinner buffetbreakfast buffet sat & sun
all-you-can-eat crab legs
Complete Body & Paint Work • All Work Guaranteed
910-353-16812535 Commerce Road, JacksonvilleBetweenBob’sAutoCenter &Comfort SuitesCertified
®
Quick FREE EstimatesComputerized EstimatesInsurance Claims
CLINTON’S BODY SHOP, INCWrecker serviceWheel lift/roll Back towing
Symantha MillerMaster Stylist2840 Henderson Ext.Call (406) 370-8137 to reserveyour appointment today!
Wom
en’s
Cut&
Style
$ 30
with
coup
onBy
appt
.onl
y. NOWat
Call (406) 370-8137 to reserve
atSplash intoSummer
(800) 352-5988 [email protected](910) 579-0750 www.oceanisleinn.com
all active Duty Military15% Off 4 Days or less20% Off 5 Night Stays25% Off 7 Night Stays
Thank You forYour Service! www.GolfatRockCreek.com
Rock Creek Golf & Country Club308 Country Club Blvd. (Off Gum Branch Rd.) •
910.324.5151
$24 Frid
aysmi
litaryr
ateMon to Fri 10am to 6:30pmSat 10am to 6pm 910.347.4721
Natural Health Foods Center1249 Hargett Street
Jacksonville
EnErgyTimEsMagazine’s
Basket of HealthRaffle
Stop in & enter to winSponsored by Nature’s Plus
H H H www.EquineCountryUSA.com H H H
USAUSAEquinE CoUntryquinE CoUntry
910-347-4511 1259 MCAlliStEr rd, JACkSonvillE
TRAIL RIDES
910-347-4511
TS
CABINRENTALS
1259 MCAlliStEr rd, JACkSonvillE1259 MCAlliStEr rd, JACkSonvillE
CS
CWEDDIN
GS&PARTYBARN
1259 MCAlliStEr rd, JACkSonvillE1259 MCAlliStEr rd, JACkSonvillE
W NW N
m & a Pro Cleaning, inC.
Cleaning serviCe910.455.6338
Your Cleaning and Steaming SpeCialiStSliCenSed • Bonded • inSured
CarPet CleaningClean 2 rooms & a hallfor only $65Call today for an appointment.
emPty house sPeCial$95
3 Bedrooms, Living Room, DiningRoom, Hallway • Regular $120
Call today for an appointment.
Professional,trained, checkedtechnicians
ConvenientAppointments
Powerful, truckmounted equipment
BASE ACCESS
Jacksonville at GatewayPlaza by tarGet
910-989-5957
Jacksonville atFreedom villaGe
by wal-mart910-577-7274
835 Piney Green rd.910-219-1077
Adult HAircuts
$12.95
Kids HAircuts
$7.95
MilitAry
HAircuts
$10.00coupon expires sept 30, 2012
welcome to our customers
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 9A
YOUR COMMITMENT TO THE NATION IS PROVEN.
LET US PROVE OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU.
EXPERIENCE OUR COMMITMENT
877.628.6828 | getinfo.nu.edu/military
Over its rich 40-year history, National University has earned a distinguished reputation for its commitment to military education. Our understanding of the military is evident in the enhanced educational experience we offer to you, including:
Flexibility with course schedules during deployment
Special military tuition rates
Membership in the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium
A nonprofi t institution
NATIONAL UNIVERSITYTHE UNIVERSITY OF VALUES
TM
© 2012 National University 10608
CPL. TIMOTHY LENZO Regimental Combat Team 6
It’s a moment of truth for many Marines – the first time they are in combat and their training is put to the test.
When his squad took en-emy contact during a recent patrol through Trek Nawa, Pfc. Timothy Workman found his moment.
“I could hear rounds crack-ing over my head,” said Work-man, a mortarman with 1st Battalion, 1st Marines, Regi-mental Combat Team 6. “The adrenaline started pumping right away.”
This was Workman’s first firefight. A year ago, he was standing on the yel-low footprints at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., to start basic training, a tradition every Marine recruit goes through. Now, with the mid-morning sun beating down, he was crouched in a ditch, his M16 assault rifle ready.
Workman and his fellow Marines fought an estimated six to eight enemies. The in-surgents fired from several different positions, shoot-ing through small holes in walls several hundred meters away. Marines took cover in mud compounds and behind mounds of debris.
Workman’s squad split into two during the firefight. Workman went with Staff Sgt. David Simons, his pla-toon sergeant, as they moved forward to return fire.
“At one point, I witnessed Workman moving up into position to engage the en-emy,” recalled Simons. “He fired on the enemy, and when the enemy returned fire, it al-lowed us to open up with our machine gun.”
The morning sounds of birds and farmers were re-placed with the sudden burst
of rifles and the “rat-ta-tat-tat” of machinegun fire. An hour later the fight was over, and the Marines returned to their patrol base.
“Since we’ve been out here, it’s pretty common for (the other Marines) to engage in firefights,” Workman ex-plained. “These (insurgents) will stick around and (fight) for awhile.”
Workman’s company pa-trols the volatile Trek Nawa area of Afghanistan. Trek Nawa is an area between the Marjah and Nawa districts of Afghanistan in Helmand province.
The Marines engaged en-emies in firefights ranging from isolated pot shots to three–day long battles. For Workman, the fighting hit home six months before he left for boot camp. In Decem-ber 2012 his friend’s older brother, Luke, was killed while serving near this same area of Afghanistan.
“I went to school with Luke’s brother since the 6th grade,” said Workman. “At the time (of Luke’s death) I al-ready decided to join, but this motivated me to continue the work Luke gave his life for.”
In addition to Luke, Workman said he lost a cou-ple other friends to the war
in Afghanistan.Despite losing friends to
combat, Workman remem-bered his training and focused on his job during the fight.
“I was trying to get posi-tive identification on the en-emy, trying to find where they were firing from, looking for spotters and just covering my brothers,” said Workman.
Now that his first firefight is over, Workman’s platoon will monitor his behavior.
“The main thing we look for is a Marine’s mindset after their first time in combat,” Si-mons said. “We are a family, so we can tell when one of our brother’s is acting differ-ently. We watch for it and take care of each other.”
Simons said Workman seemed mentally strong be-fore and after the firefight. He is proud of Workman and the discipline he showed on the battlefield.
The Marines have more operations planned through Trek Nawa and expect more firefights, before they return to the States.
“I can say there’s nothing else like the Marine Corps,” Workman said. “I’ll continue picking my sergeants’ and seniors’ brains, trying to be better prepared for the next fight.”
First time, fi rst fi refi ght Marine stays focused during combat
PATROL BASE DETROIT, AFGHANISTAN
Photo by Cpl. Timothy LenzoPfc. Timothy Workman, a mortarman with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, stands with his M16 assault rifle outside his tent at Patrol Base Paser Lay Aug. 19.
Photo by Cpl. Timothy LenzoMarines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, patrol through Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 16.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 10A AUGUST 30, 2012
STEVE SHELTON, ODMCCS Complex Bldg. 1231Camp Lejeune, NC 28542
451-5249
"You can never doenough for the militaryand their dependents."
TRI-CARE for EYE EXAMSNOW AVAILABLE
ON CAMP LEJEUNEContact lenses
Routine eye exams • PathologyDr. Steve Shelton, Optometrist,
is located next door to Base Optical,between the Exchange and the
Commissary on Camp Lejeune.
CALL 451-5249 • 451-8529For An Appointment
WALK-INSALWAYS
WELCOME
Walk-Insupon
Availability.
LANCE CPL. PAUL PETERSON2nd Marine Logistics Group
The injured come into the Forward Resuscitative Surgi-cal System with dirt from the battlefield fresh on their boots. Advanced medical technology waits for the wounded, but the facility needs power to make the difference between life and death.
It’s a refuge of life-saving medical equipment for troops in the fight, where surviving traumatic injuries is a race against time.
The requirement left the team from Medical Supply Company, 2nd Marine Logistics Group sure of one thing after their FRSS energy study Aug. 13 to 17.
They need more power. The Marine Corps’ intention is to keep the surgical
capabilities close to the fight as modern as possible, said Navy Lt. Darren Pierce, commanding officer for Medical Logistics Company. As the equipment has advanced over the last 10 years, and as new things are added, the power requirements increased. However, the source of power is
unchanged, and it’s overloading the system.Proximity to remote locations makes the FRSS a critical
factor in saving lives, but it deprives the facility of traditional power sources.
Injured Marines and sailors have access to surgical per-sonnel, portable oxygen generators, infusion pumps, anes-thesia equipment and body-warming devices in less than 60 minutes after their injury, said Pierce. Corpsmen treat injured troops at the scene, but the surgeons and other medical staff at the FRSS have the ability to stabilize casualties until they can be moved to higher medical facilities.
Approximately six medical professionals operate out of the facility, which can be packed up and moved to fit the needs of the combat area. The mobility requires a portable energy source capable of functioning in rigor-ous environments.
“There were only helicopters and sporadic convoys where we were in Afghanistan,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class Bran-don Clark, a surgical technician with 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd MLG, who worked in a FRSS on his deployment last year. Clark found the isolation often made resupplying the
FRSS difficult and felt an improved power source would be a great addition.
The team at Camp Lejeune set up their own FRSS, com-plete with two 3000-watt generators paralleling the ones Clark used in Afghanistan. They analyzed each piece of equipment for its power requirements and then tested the entire facility’s collective power demands.
The results showed a clear need to improve upon their mobile power source in order to support the latest equipment.
“We found out the generators we have cannot carry the load,” said Petty Officer 2nd Class Edward Rogers, an ad-vanced bio-medical technician with 2nd Supply Bn. “This is the first step. Once our generators are up to date, it takes two people and about one hour to get this facility up and ready to treat patients.”
The study will help make the medical facility an even more reliable asset on the battlefield, said Pierce. FRSS units save lives in Iraq and Afghanistan since 2003. The addition of an improved power source will help it continue to serve in future conflicts.
Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul Peterson Petty Offi cer 3rd Class Brandon Clark and Petty Offi cer 2nd Class Donald Dalizu, surgical technicians with 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, test some of their surgical equipment in a Forward Resuscitative Surgical System set up aboard Camp Lejeune Aug. 15. Improvements to the medical equipment used by the FRSS have increased its power requirements, and a team of engineers and medical personnel spent a week determining the amount of energy needed to sustain its operations.
Corpsmen improve fi eld medicine with bright idea
REAL WARRIORS.
REAL BATTLES.
REAL STRENGTH.
Photo by SSGT. Suzanne M. Day
Photo by Giantstep Inc.
Photo by SSGT. Aaron Allmon
REACHING OUT MAKES A REAL DIFFERENCE.Discover real stories of courage in the battle against combat stress.
Call Toll Free 866-966-1020 �www.realwarriors.net
Photos by Lance Cpl. Paul Peterson(Above) A portable 3000-watt generator and distribution system stands near a Forward Resuscitative Surgical System set up by Medical Supply Company, 2nd Marine Logistics Group aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune to test the power requirements of its medical equipment Aug. 15. (Left) Petty Offi cer 2nd Class Donald Dalizu, a surgical technician with 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, tests an infusion pump at a Forward Resuscitative Surgical System set up aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Aug. 15.
www.camplejeuneglobe.com
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 11A
Cpl. Diego Melendez, logistics specialist
FACES OF THE
Photo by Sgt. Richard BlumensteinCpl. Diego Melendez, an embarkation specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, poses for a photo recently on Udairi Range, Kuwait. The Marines are in Kuwait as part of a 24th MEU sustainment training package. The 24th MEU is deployed with the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group as a U.S. Central Command theater reserve force providing support for maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.
SGT. RICHARD BLUMENSTEIN 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit
Cpl. Diego Melendez gets to shoot automatic weapons in foreign countries when he is not making sure trucks, engines, parts, ammo, chow and various other mission es-sential items get to where they need to go.
Or at least it is how he spent time recently on Udairi Range, Kuwait – firing an M-2 .50 cal. machine gun while on his first deployment.
Melendez serves as a logistics specialist with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and is responsible for the coordination and transportation of everything Marines need to accomplish their missions from ship to shore and shore to ship.
“My job is to make sure all the gear gets from point A to point B,” he said. “We have everything from 7-tons (large transport trucks) to large containers to engine parts. You name it, I deal with it.”
A big part of his job focuses on maximizing space us-age while embarking equipment, especially on ship where space is limited.
“It’s like I have to play Tetris on ship and make sure everything fits,” he said, referring to the video game that requires players to fit different shapes together to make even rows.
When he is not coordinating the movement of mission essential gear, he does what any good Marine does – trains to fight.
“Who can say their job is sometimes to shoot weapons in foreign countries?” he said. “It’s part of my job. In a couple of days I get to shoot the ‘Mark’ 19 (MK 19 40mm automatic grenade launcher).”
Melendez said he decided to join the Marine Corps his senior year of high school after a chance encounter with a Marine recruiter.
“I was walking up the stairs, I saw the recruiter, he looked at me and it’s when it all started,” he said. “The recruiter said, ‘do you want to know a little bit more about the Marine Corps?’ I said, ‘Yea, sure.’”
Oct. 2009, Melendez found himself standing on the yellow foot prints at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.
“I will never forget that day … I can’t even explain it,” he said. “You just have to go through it to understand how it feels to stand on the yellow footprints. I don’t regret this decision,” he said.
How could he? After just under five months into the deployment Melendez traveled to five different countries, trained with foreign forces and celebrated his 21st birthday in Albania when the ship he is assigned to, USS Gunston Hall, stopped their for a port visit.
“Who back home can say they spent their 21st birthday in Albania?” he said.
Currently, Melendez is training in Kuwait along with other Marines from CLB-24. The training in Kuwait is part of a 24th MEU sustainment training package meant to keep the Marines’ skills sharp as an expeditionary force in readiness.
FIFTH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
What does HOPE look like?Hope looks like Eli and his mother, Mary Elizabeth.They are working together to help accelerate
the pace of research to find better treatments
and a cure for type 1 diabetes.
To learn more, call 800.533.CURE or visit jdrf.org.
A CFC participant. Provided as a public service.
GCE partners with Romanian Marines during Summer Storm 2012
Photo by Cpl. Joshua J. Hines
Marines with Security C o o p e r a t i o n Task Force Africa Partnership Station 2012 enter the well deck of the USS Fort McHenry aboard an assault amphibious vehicle along with members of the Romanian 307th Naval Infantry Battalion recently. The Romanians stayed aboard the USS Fort McHenry as part of Exercise Summer Storm 2012.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.12A auGusT 30, 2012
★★
FURNITURE BEDROOM LIVING ROOM DINING ROOM APPLIANCESELECTRONICS • TV’S • COMPUTERS • TIRES AND RIMS
10SALE2030
SAVE 10-30%OFF
THE
FURNITURE • BEDROOM • LIVING ROOM • DINING ROOM • APPLIANCES
10% OFF *
nOw THrOugH mOndAy
20% OFF *
30% OFF *
TVs, gAming SySTEmS,COmPuTErS, TABLETS
FurniTurE, APPLiAnCES,SOund SySTEmS, HOmE
ACCESSOriES, mATTrESS SETS,TirES And rimS
SELECT JEwELry
* Limited to in-stock regularly priced and clearance merchandise only. Discount does not apply to advertised merchandise. Limited time offer.Taxes, delivery, installation charges not included. No discount credit for purchases outside this offer date. Cannot be combined with anyother offer or advertisement. Discount does not apply to watches or diamond solitaire rings. Offer expires 9/3/2012. See store for details.
10
NO CREDIT?NEED CREDIT?NO pROblEm!
★ ★ ★★★
Why rent When you can oWn?Superior cuStomer Service • Quality merchandiSe • immediate delivery • payroll and allotment expertS • poWer of attorney accepted
JACKSONVILLE, NC2770 Piney Green rd.
910-353-0403877-866-4466
LejeuneSportsSportsMullet’s here to
party | 2B
Onslow Offshore
THURSDAY AUGUST 30, 2012B | THE GLOBE
Personal trainers work up sweat with base patrons | 3B
WWW.CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE.COM
JESSIE HEATHSports editor
It wasn’t easy. Nothing came without sac-rifice. No game was won, and no out was
made without the entire team’s effort. In the end, it was worth it.
Nothing could stop the mem-bers of 2nd Amphibious Assault Unit’s softball team as they blazed their way toward the champion-ship game. The intramural softball program was taken by storm when 2D AAV, a team in the program’s
National League, took to the field in their first game. Using a com-bination of strategic fielding and batting techniques, 2D AAV didn’t meet a team they couldn’t beat.
Somehow, they re-mained humble throughout the season, improv-ing upon their solid in fielding and out-fielding techniques, and learning to strategically place balls
Photo by Jessie Heath
A member of MCCSSS’s intramural softball team lobs a pitch toward a batter during the intramural softball
championship game against 2D AAV. The
season ended with 2D AAV named season champions
of the league, boasting an impressive 14-0 record against their opponents.
Photo by Jessie HeathMembers of 2D AAV bump fi sts during the championship game aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Aug. 23. During the championship game against MCCSSS, the 2D AAV team had to utilize everything they learned all season to overcome their opponents and be crowned season champions.
Intramural team outsmarts opponents
Photo by JesJ iisie HHHe He ththhthathathathMembers of 2D AAV bump fi sts during the championship
of the of the
Photo by Jessie HeathA member of 2D AAV releases a
pitch during the intramural softball championship game on the Harry
Agganis softball fi eld aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 23. 2D AAV went into the championships and clinched the title without losing a single game.
SEE SOFTBALL 7B
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 2B AUGUST 30, 2012
With heat, haze and humidity covering the North Carolina coast, it is hard to believe we are less than a month away from the first of-ficial day of fall. Nearly 90 minutes of day light were lost since the start of July, sulfur butterflies and monarchs fluttered through the air, and the mullets were staging in large schools around the inlets last week. All these signs point to one event and drew anglers to the water holding their breath with anticipation. Last weekend they breathed a collective sigh of relief as the first mullet run of the season breathed life into the waterways.
Over time, I monitored these events, and I am pleased to report the first mullet run of the season was nothing short of per-fectly normal. In the last 14 years, the average date for the first mullet run was Aug. 30, and the av-erage water temperature was 81 degree’s Fahren-heit. Finger and striped mullet poured out of the inlets into the ocean surf on cue.
Before we change subjects allow me to en-lighten you on something you may not know. Finger mullet, also known as sil-ver mullet, are an entirely different species than
striped mullet. Finger mullet are not baby striped mullet. While both are from the Mugilidae family, they are different species than the sea mullet, which is a member of the drum family.
With the migrating mullets filling the surf, bluefish started to return to the beaches as well. In addition to the
bluefish, red drum are returning after a season-long absence. Flounder are also showing up, caught from piers and beaches. Most anglers are hoping speckled trout will not tarry long, returning to the waterways with their autumnal friends.
A few speckled trout were caught near the Ft. Macon Rock Jetty last week. These predator fish are most likely to bite if they are enticed by men-haden, glad minnows or small mullet. This is good news for anglers who like to use live bait.
Nearshore flounder fishing on the reefs and rocks is still as hot as it gets. More flounder are being reeled in along the surf, fishing piers and the inlets. Last weekend, I caught several flounder while I was kayaking in Bogue Sound. I managed to reel in a 3.6-pound flounder while keeping my balance in my kayak last weekend. That hefty catch bit my line while I was in the shallows of the Croatan National Forest in Cedar Point. Flounder can also be caught near the Morehead City Port Wall and in Core Creek.
Trout are still caught in a number of areas along the Crystal Coast. In addition to the Ft. Macon Rock Jetty, which
consistently produces strong catches of trout, the Neuse River feeder creeks and the New River saw plenty of trout activ-ity last week.
For the first time all season, slot drum were caught from the local piers and along the surf line last weekend. Red drum were caught on Bogue Pier, where the outer sandbar and frothy foam meets the drop off. Most were hooked on finger mullet intended for flounder, but if drum is a by-catch of flounder, I don’t hear many anglers complaining. There were also a few reds caught in the Haystacks last weekend, as well as in the Swansboro and Emerald Isle marshes.
If you dodge the rain and storms that battered the coast last week and threaten us again this week, the drum fishery is another good place to seek them out. Many local guides will also schedule trips into the Neuse-Pamlico basin for red drum in the 30 to 50-pound range. You can catch lots of fish and get back before dark.
Spanish mackerel fishing is still hit or miss, and it depends on who you talk to. There are still Spanish mackerel to catch, but the majority of them continue to run in deep water, making them difficult for anglers to catch. A few Spanish mackerel were caught by anglers trolling the Bogue Sound inlet last week.
When it comes to pier fishing, anglers are happy as clams. Oceanana Pier reported Spanish macker-el, bluefish, flounder and short pups. Bogue Pier saw red and black drum, sea mullet, flounder, speckled trout, large Span-ish mackerel and tarpon.
Seaview pier reported
a few drum, trout and sea mullet. Lizards were reported as big and plen-tiful. Two tarpon were released last week.
Surf City pier anglers boasted excellent night-fishing. Most anglers caught pompano and sea mullet. They also reported small red and black drum, and a seven-pound flounder. The pier staff also heard reports of sharks, as well as several lost tarpon, all of which looked to be nearly 500 pounds or larger.
Jolly Roger weighed in some large flounder last week. They also saw black drum, sea mullet and pompano reeled in by evening fishers, as well as a baracuda caught from the end of the pier.
Those anglers who dare to venture offshore in rocky waters were not disappointed last week. Wahoo were biting on the east side of the Cape Lookout Shoals and at the Big Rock. Offshore bottom fishing produced large black sea bass, American red snapper and grouper in 100 to 120-feet of water.
Anglers itching to go offshore for American red snapper should be aware the season is closed. In addition, the black sea bass season ends Sept. 4. Make sure you do not get caught after this time period, as the fines are hefty. The sea bass are still in-season, but most of the large ones are a long way offshore. Exer-cise great caution when traveling in uncertain weather.
The Ask Dr. Bogus Fish-ing show can be heard every Monday morning at 7:30 on 107.1 FM and 1240 AM, and can be accessed on the Coastal Daybreak Facebook page at any time.
I have a love-hate relationship with running. I love the ability to run and the positive effects it has on my health, but the entire time I’m pavement-pounding I wish the gods of running would put me out of my misery.
Knowing my obscure relation-ship with jogging, running and any form of exercise involving the number 5 and letter K, I surprised myself when I signed up for au-tumn races.
Yes, races.Not just one. Four. Four 5K’s.
Oh, and throw one 10K in there for good measure.
I’m still not sure how I managed to talk myself into participating in
all these races. Maybe I didn’t drink enough water and was suffering un-usual side effects from dehydration, or maybe I was under the influence of some type of severe disillusion-ment and convinced myself it would be fun. Either way, my name is on the roster for no less than five races in a three–month period. I’m officially committed.
The day I signed up for my races, I went on a long run. I ran more than three and a half miles in less than 30 minutes.
I’m still not sure how I did it. The only explanation I can come up with is that the playlist I was listening to gave me some sort of super power and enabled me to run further and faster than normal.
The only other possible explana-tion, which is far more likely, is that a friend wanted me to sign up for the color run in November, and I knew I couldn’t sign up and make a fool out of myself, so I had to make sure I was able to run a 5K first.
Either way, I ended up laying on
my back in the grass by my apart-ment, thinking I wasn’t too terribly bad at running, and I could take part in the color run without fear of collapsing half-way through the course. I went inside, signed up, and decided to let sleeping dogs lie until I was a few weeks away from the race. Somewhere between my decision to not think about the run and my decision to make dinner, I ended up signing up for four more races. I paid my deposit fees and everything.
It was 20 seconds of insane courage that led me to say yes to the color run. I watched a short little clip of the race, and with my best friend getting married soon, thought it would be something fun for us to do together. Two hours later, I thought it was crazy to ask somebody to run a mile and then jump over a ten-foot wall.
I know I’m not alone in this dilemma of being committed to something I don’t really want to do
LARGE UNIT SIZE POINTS
SOI East 381MCCSSS 2211/6 95CLR-27 87
HQSPBn./Brig 65
MEDIUM UNIT SIZE POINTS
2nd AA Bn. 1372nd Tanks Bn. 30MCES 213/10 18
II MHG 18
SMALL UNIT SIZE POINTS
10th Mar Regt. 115WW Bn. - East 102CLB-6 302nd Den. Bn. 15
MSOS 11
101 Days of Summer ChallengeSTANDINGS AS OF AUGUST 16
For more information on games, tryouts, special events and exercise classes around Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune check
out Sports On Tap each week. To add your event e-mail [email protected].
Space is limited to availability.
Moonlight kayakingTomorrow, 7 to 10 p.m.Enjoy a beautiful and relaxing evening on the water with a three-hour guided kayak tour. The cost of the guided tour is $30 per person. The tour will begin and end aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Johnson. Experience is required. The paddle is open to all authorized Department of Defense identifi cation cardholder ages 16 and older. This is a fi rst come, fi rst served event. The rain date for this kayaking tour will be Saturday. For more information visit www.mccslejeune.com/outdoor.
Sunset paddleSept. 4, 5 to 7 p.m.Depart from the Outdoor Adventures Offi ce as you relax and enjoy the sunset while you meander through the natural beauty of our waterways. With your choice of using a kayak or stand-up paddleboard, you can participate in this new Outdoor Adventures program for $10. Space is limited. The program is open to all authorized DoD identifi cation cardholders. Please register and pay at the Outdoor Adventures offi ce aboard MCB Camp Lejeune. For more information visit www.mccslejeune.com or call 451-1440.
ZumbAtomicSept. 5, 5 to 6 p.m.Grab your workout gear and head to the Midway Park Community Center for this new program. ZumbAtomic is a six-week kids program, centered on coordination, balance, creativity and more. Each class will be taught by a certifi ed ZumbAtomic instructor. The class is open to all authorized DoD identifi cation cardholders aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune ages six through 12. For more information, visit www.mccslejeune.com/mpcc.
Team Bass tournamentSept. 8, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.Take part in the September installment of the 2012 Team Bass Tournament aboard MCB Camp Lejeune. Two-man teams will spend the day fi shing for large-mouth bass on the New River. There is a $1,000 cash payout for fi rst place. Trophies and cash prizes are awarded to fi rst, second and third place teams. The average payout is $2,500 and is based on 50 participating teams. Participants can pre-register for $75 or register the day of the event for $80. Active-duty teams may participate through the usage of unit funds with permission of the unit’s special services offi cer. For more information visit www.mccslejeune.com.
For more information on games, tryouts,
THURSDAYHigh tide 7:12 a.m. 7:39 p.m.Low tide 1:13 a.m. 1:18 p.m.
FRIDAYHigh tide 7:59 a.m. 8:22 p.m. Low tide 1:56 a.m. 2:07 p.m.
SATURDAYHigh tide 8:43 a.m. 9:04 p.m.Low tide 2:37 a.m. 2:53 p.m.
SUNDAYHigh tide 9:25 a.m. 9:43 p.m.Low tide 3:15 a.m. 3:37 p.m.
MONDAYHigh tide 10:06 a.m. 10:22 p.m.Low tide 3:53 a.m. 4:20 p.m.
TUESDAYHigh tide 10:47 a.m. 11:00 p.m.Low tide 4:28 a.m. 5:04 p.m.
WEDNESDAYHigh tide 11:29 a.m. 11:40 p.m.Low tide 5:05 a.m. 5:50 p.m.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministrationFor more information about the New River Inlet tides or other
locations, visit www.saltwatertides.com.
NEW RIVER INLETTIDE TABLES
* Scores will be updated on a weekly basis. Top 5 large, medium and small units will be listed with the total number of points they earned in the challenge. For more information on the 101 Days of Summer Challenge, call 451-0084.
One small step for manWhat I learned from one long run
First mullet run brings fall
SEE RUN 5B
JESSIE HEATHSports editor
With ball season right around the corner and the 24th MEU more than half-way done with their deployment, more and more base patrons are starting to make visits to their favorite fitness centers.
While personal train-ing instructors are avail-able free of charge to all authorized Department of Defense identification cardholders, some base patrons find it difficult to make it to the gym at a set time due to work,
family or other responsi-bilities. For those patrons, the personal training staff has a list of several differ-ent methods to help tone and strengthen the body.
Kristie Myers, personal training instructor, and Tina Brooks, personal training coordinator, cannot over-stress the importance of exercising on a regular basis.
“There are so many benefits to be derived from exercise,” said Brooks. “You have your obvious health benefits, but you also have physi-ological benefits. It helps you sleep better. You feel
better overall. Your blood pressure lowers. Your hormones are balanced out. Working out gives you an endless list benefits.”
Myers knows the use of body weight can be just as effec-tive as expen-sive ma-chines in the strengthening and toning process.
“It takes between eight and 12 exer-cises to target the whole body for most people,” said Myers. “You can do most of them with small dumbbells or using your own body weight.”
Myers starts her exercise with dumbbell lunges, which work the whole lower body in one movement giving legs, glutes, quads and ham-strings special attention.
“Beginning with feet together, step out with one leg, bend it as far as you
can and keep your body straight,”
said Myers.
Myers also uses lateral lunges to target her in-ner thigh before moving into a squat position to strengthen her primary glutes and quadriceps.
When she is finished, she begins to work on her upper body strength.
“You can do a
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 3B
flyilm.com
EnttWWp
R
fly ilm.
Relax... enjoy the experience
Going on Leave?Don’t Waste Time.Enjoy our non-stop flights to New York, Orlando/Sanford, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Atlanta & Charlotte.
An equal opportunity, affi rmative action institution.
Take command of your future—with Boston University’s on-base graduate programs in Leadership & Project Management.
The MS in Leadership provides core skills in:
Decision-making & strategy
Diplomacy & negotiation
Organizational dynamics & group behavior
Graduate Certifi cate in Project Management may be taken separately.
bu.edu/militaryLearn more. Call 910-451-5574 or 252-447-5036 or email [email protected].
Also off ered on base: MS in Computer Information SystemsEarn a master’s degree from BU in as few as 20 months—alternate weekends or online.
Classes begin September 8 on MCB Camp Lejeune.
Fight Cancer.St. Jude is working to defeat childhood cancer and other
deadly diseases.
A CFC Participant – provided as a public service.
Photos by Jessie HeathPersonal training instructor Kristie Myers demonstrates the correct method for a crunch with a knee lift. With military ball season fast-approaching, patrons aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune are taking to the gym to look their best. For patrons who do not have the time to go to a fi tness center or meet with a personal trainer, the Semper Fit staff offers a variety of ways to exercise outside the gymnasiums and fi tness centers.
nt
hmo
dygdt
p y q p
ng your t.”er
mbbell ork the y in oneg legs, d ham-tention.
body straight,” said Myers.
strengthen her primaryglutes and quadriceps.
Personal trainers lend fi tness expertise
SEE FITNESS 4B
Photos by Jessie Heath(Right) Kristie Myers, a personal training instructor with Semper Fit, a division of Marine Corps Community Services aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, demonstrates the proper technique for a tricep kick-back during a personal training meeting at the French Creek Fitness Center recently. Myers and the rest of the personal training staff help individual patrons meet their fi tness goals by organizing personalized work outs. (Left) Myers prepares to do a basic bicep curl with small dumbbells. While most home exercises can be done using body weight, some require small dumbbells, which can be purchased at many local retailers.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 4B AUGUST 30, 2012
standard pushup to work on your arms and chest, and a side plank to strengthen and tone your core, your obliques and your shoulders,” explained Myers.
To continue her core exercises, Myers does crunches with leg lifts. She starts her crunch method by lying on her back with her knees bent slightly, and then moves into a typical crunch position, lifting her legs off the ground as she does so. This works the core and abdomen more than the typical crunch because it gets the entire body moving.
Next, Myers rolls onto her stomach to do a prone back extension, an exer-cise designed to strength-en the lower back.
“Lie on your stomach and then lift your legs and chest of the ground like a dolphin,” said Myers. “This works your erector spinae – your lower back.”
When it comes to using weights, Myers suggests using lightweight dumb-bells bought from a local store to work arms and shoulders. The reverse fly, in which a person leans forward, keeping their back and arms straight and lifts their arms out to the side like a bird flapping its wings, helps work the upper back and deltoids. A bent over row works the lattissimus dorsi, and a bicep curl works the biceps.
“The bent over row starts with the person bent at the waist, keep-ing a straight back, and lifting their arms straight up, bending at the elbow,” said Myers. “Most people know how to do bicep curls, which obviously work the bicep.
Myers and Brooks understand it is difficult for some patrons to get to the gym on a regular basis. Some do not like to workout around others, some have small children they are hesitant to leave or simply are not com-fortable meeting with a personal trainer.
“You don’t have to be in the fitness center to work out,” Brooks said. “We understand people have various reasons for not coming. We are on a base dominated by men, which can be an uncom-fortable thought for young women. We have a lot of things to do from home.”
Home programs are helpful for spouses who are too busy to visit the fitness center on a regular basis, or for those uncom-fortable with the thought, but Brooks and Myers still urge patrons to make use of their fitness centers.
“Whether you’re inter-ested in getting in shape for a sports team, want to run a marathon or start a specific program, come talk to us,” Myers urged. “We’ll help.”
Patrons interested in meeting with a per-sonal trainer to discuss an individualized program shouldn’t be concerned about the time and cost of hiring one. Personal trainers aboard MCB Camp Lejeune are avail-able at every fitness center for free and will work with individuals on a time schedule that works to both parties advantage.
“All you have to do is stop at any fitness cen-ter and pick up a health questionnaire,” explained Myers. “Everybody starts with a simple, comput-erized fitness test. We personalize programs depending on what the individual wants to accomplish, no matter what it is.”
“It’s always best to start any exercise plan with a physical,” Brooks added. “Talk to your doctor. Then, as Nike says, ‘just do it.’”
For more information on how to meet with a per-sonal trainer, ask for help at any MCB Camp Leje-une fitness center or visit www.mccslejeune.com.
FITNESS FROM 3B Photos by Jessie Heath(Far left) Kristie Myers, a personal training instructor with Semper Fit aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, demonstrates how to do a lateral lunge, an exercise to work the inner thigh and glutes. (Left) Myers holds herself in a side-plank position, using her body weight. The side-plank works the core, obliques and shoulder muscles. Like many other exercises, it works the body without using added weight like kettlebells or dumbbells, providing an effective workout.
because I made a rash decision. People let their insanity lead them into new places all the time.
We allow ourselves to be led by the thing we call carpe diem, and end up in a strange and uncomfortable position, so far removed from our comfort zone we can’t look back and see it with a telescope.
While it’s true our eagerness to make rash decisions can sometimes lead us into unwelcome territory, it can also drop us off somewhere exciting and fun, fully equipped with knowledge and abilities we never knew we had until we were forced to use it.
Most people don’t know they are leaders until they are forced to lead. I’m included in this category. Because I would much rather play it safe than take a risk, I don’t always know what I’m capable of until I’m forced to do it.
For me, failure is not an option. I cannot and will not find myself stop-ping before I cross the finish line at any of my upcoming races. I expect the same thing out of my teammates, barring an injury or sudden illness rearing its head on the race course.
Since I refuse to fail, I am left with no other option than to keep run-ning. Or at the very least, keep walking. Even if I have to crawl my way through Marine Corps Air Station New River’s Zombie Obstacle Course, I will finish it. While I can assure you I will be miles away from my comfort zone, I can also assure you I am looking forward to taking part in the races I signed up for.
I’ve run the distance once in my lifetime and proven to myself I can do it. If I choose not to, I’m not living up to my potential. I’m taking my abilities and flushing them down the toilet. I will miss every single shot I refuse to take.
If you don’t believe me, think about this. Women defied society and stepped into roles tradition-ally held by men during World Wars I and II. Neil Armstrong walked on the moon. Oscar Pistori-ous ran when they said it couldn’t be done. We shot a giant robot into space, landed it on Mars, and are receiving daily feedback from it.
All of these things came about because somebody somewhere said it was worth a shot. Somebody in the world refused to fall in step with the naysayers of yester-day. It would have been much easier for women to stay at home and not step out of their comfort zones, but the United States economy would have collapsed without their willingness to work in factories and labs fol-lowing the draft.
Neil Armstrong could have easily let somebody
else take his place. But, if he’d done it, we wouldn’t have the iconic phrase, “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.”
The inventors of the Curiosity Mars rover probably could have slept in the day the rover landed on Mars, but they would have missed his-tory being made because of their ceaseless efforts and refusal to say no.
Each of these people saw the goal, knew they
were taking a risk, but took a step toward it anyway. Today, we are thankful they did. They shaped history.
Service members shape history every day. They protect and defend against “all enemies, foreign and domestic,” and take risks very few people are willing to take in order to secure a better tomorrow.
While the jobs of active-duty Marines and sailors aboard Marine
Corps Base Camp Leje-une often place them in harms way, the risks they take are not always on the battlefield.
Quite often, I speak with Marines who find themselves thrust into leadership of sports teams without really knowing how they ended up as a coach or team captain. However, after a year working aboard base, I am still hard-pressed to find an athlete who doesn’t feel like his
coach is living up to their potential. Whatever mo-ment of courage it was that led the volunteer coaches and mentors to sign up to lead a group of their peers was placed within them for a reason. The urge was meant to be acted upon.
Succeed or fail, you will never know until you try. And, when failure is not an option, you are only left with one way to find out what you’re good at and what you should
probably refrain from do-ing again in the future.
Sometimes, all you need is 20 seconds of insane courage to end up somewhere great. The question is, will you decide to take it?
Keep up with Lejeune Sports online. Access more information on the MCB Camp Lejeune Globe Facebook page and the LejeuneGlobe Twit-ter account. Leave me a tweet at GlobeJessie.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 5B
3774 MLK Jr Blvd New Bern(888) 296-2597
pecheleshonda.com
USED VEHICLES - WHOLESALE TO THE PUBLIC
*Stock #22886 plus tax, tags, license fees and $499 doc fee. See store for details. Cash price $31,235. Lease 36 month lease, .15/mile over 30k total miles, plus tax tag license and $499 doc fee.
FOR ALIMITED TIME!Buy a New 2012 Accord EXL V6GET $4000 in Savings!Only $397/monthand 1.9% for 72 months
OR Lease for only $349/month*
HONDAMILITARYAPPRECIATION
OFFERIn appreciation of your military service, Honda is offering you $500 toward any new Honda
SM (HFS).
This offer applies to eligible active-duty and reserve personnel in the U.S. Military and their spouses. A valid Military Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) is required as proof of eligibility
The Military Appreciation Offer can be used toward the purchase or lease of any new Honda automobile using a valid Honda APR, Honda Leadership Lease ® , or Honda Leadership Purchase Plan ® program through HFS (excludes Zero Due at Signing Lease program). To be eligible for this offer, you must meet certain credit criteria established by HFS, and the vehicle must be eligible for new vehicle rates.
A Special Offer for Members of the U.S. Military
Honda Military Appreciation Offer Certificate
Go to www.pecheleshonda.com for details.
Go to www.pecheleshonda.com for details.
by Pecheles Honda in New Bern.
‘08 TOYOTAMATRIX
H22931A
WAS: $15,750PRICE
$13,998!
‘07 TOYOTACAMRY
H22944A
WAS: $18,450PRICE
$16,998!
‘11 KIAOPTIMA
PC7410
WAS: $18,675PRICE
$16,678!
‘07 MAZDAMIATA
H22892A
WAS: $18,399PRICE
$17,169!
‘09 SCION TC
H22898B
WAS: $13,595PRICE
$12,778!
‘12 HONDACIVIC LX
H22715
WAS: $20,349PRICE
$16,997!
‘12 HONDAACCORD CPE
H22463
WAS: $28,910PRICE
$23,492!
‘12 HONDACIVIC LX
H22617
WAS: $20,061PRICE
$16,997!
‘12 HONDACROSSTOUR
H22710
WAS: $29,300PRICE
$23,497!
‘12 HONDAODYSSEY TOURING
H22837
WAS: $43,224PRICE
$35,898!
‘12 HONDAACCORD EXL V6
H22818
$338/MONTH12,000 MILE
LEASE
‘12 HONDAACCORD EXL
H22674
WAS: $29,140PRICE
$24,498!
‘12 HONDAODYSSEY EX
H22699
WAS: $32,792PRICE
$27,392!
RUN FROM 2B
A CFC participant- provided as a public service
ducks.org or 800-45-DUCKS
JOINTODAY!
Continental Conservation:You Make it Happen
Join Ducks Unlimited today toensure that wetlands thrive for wildlife, for you and for generations to come.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.6b auGusT 30, 2012
WWW.GARYSAUTOSALES.COM
JACkSOnviLLE1914 Wilmington Hwy
910.478.0533
SnEAdSFERRY
2145 nC Hwy 172910.327.3070G
ARY
’SA
UT
OS
AL
ES
2002 FORd F250 2006 LEXUS iS 350
2006 F350 kinG RAnCH 2005 JEEP WRAnGLER
2005 CHEvY SiLvERAdO 2500Hd 2006 dOdGE RAM 1500
www.CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE.com
Visit ouronlinearchivesto find what you’relooking for quickly and easily!
Searching for older content doesn’t have to be like
finding aneedle in a
haystack
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 7B
AMERICAN LEAGUE W L
8th Marines 9 18th Comm Bn. 8 22D LAR 8 28th ESB 7 3
SECCO 6 42D Radio Bn. 6 42D LE Bn. 4 6CLR-27 2 82D Dental Bn. 2 82D Intel #2 2 82D Medical Bn. A 1 9
NATIONAL LEAGUE W L
2D AAV 10 0MCCSSS 8 22D Tank Bn. 7 3CLR 2/GSMT 6 4
2D Intel/PASCO 5 5Naval Hosp. 5 5CLR-25/HQ 4 62D Intel/HQ 4 6CLB-8 3 7HQ 2D Marine Div. 2 8II MEF/G6 1 9
Men’s softball standingsFINAL REGULAR SEASON STANDINGS
Fight to Save Lives.
A CFC participant – provided as a public service.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®800-822-6344 www.stjude.org
Photos by Jessie Heath(Left) Pfc. Joshua Player runs toward 1st base as members of MCCSSS react to his hit during the intramural softball championship game aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 23. (Above) Members of the 2D AAV intramural softball team enter their dugout after fi elding an inning during the intramural softball playoff game at Harry Agganis fi eld aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Aug. 23. The 2D AAV won the championship title with a 14-0 record.
Photo by Jessie HeathA third base coach signals to his outfi eld to hold the ball as a member of 2D AAV steps on the base during the intramural championship softball game aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Aug. 23. 2D AAV showed up to every game equipped with an arsenal of tactics to help lead them to victory, including placement hitting and strategic fi elding. They ended their season with an un-matched 14-0 record.
SOFTBALL FROM 1B
The true character of a team, just like a runner, is not defined at the end of the race. It’s defined every step of the way.
CWO4 Patrick Marshall, 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion
balls during at-bats to help score as many runs as possible.
While still acknowledg-ing their worthy oppo-nents in every game, the members of 2D AAV managed to overcome and outsmart every other team in the National and American intramural softball leagues. Chief Warrant Officer 4 Patrick Marshall, head coach for 2D AAV, only has one explanation.
“We were incredibly consistent all season,” said Marshall. “I don’t think there is anything we did particularly better than every single other team, but we stayed con-sistent and solid through the entire season.”
New to the main-side intramural league, Marshall brought his own unique coaching style to the plate to help lead his team to victory. After participating in the Courthouse Bay intra-mural softball league for several seasons, Marshall found himself sidelined by an injury and unable to play as much as he
preferred. When a friend approached him about coaching the mainside league, he agreed to talk with sports coordinator Antonio Warner.
“Antonio is great. We sat down and talked about expectations, and I ended up taking the coaching position,” said Marshall. “He told me they needed staff non-commissioned officers or higher to be on the coaching staff, so I signed up.”
With the help of assistant Mas-ter Sgt. Solomon Reed and the dedication
of the team members on 2D AAV, Marshall’s team hit the ground running as hard as possible.
They started the season with a mixture of raw, natural talent, eagerness to learn new skills, and allowed themselves to be molded by their actions at each and every game.
“We started out work-ing on basic fielding and
hitting, and as the
season pro-
gressed, we
started us-ing strategic
fielding and hitting to help
get players where we wanted them to be,” explained Marshall. “The mix – especially the placement hitting – really helped us keep control in a lot of games.”
With Reed helping the infield and Marshall
working with the outfield, the powerhouse coaches were able to help mold their players into a cham-pionship-worthy team.
“We started the season by making simple plays to whoever was closest, but we ended the season using what we learned about fielding to the best of our advantage,” said Marshall.
Despite their 14-0 record, Marshall acknowl-edged several pivotal mo-ments in the team’s season that could have easily become lost games.
“We have a number of really, very critical mo-ments in different games we played, and our guys always ended up using placement hitting to our advantage,” Marshall boasted. “It’s not an easy thing to learn, but we had a couple guys who were really good
at it. They always came through when we needed them.”
Looking back over the season, Marshall said he could see a lot of im-provement in his team’s fundamental skills, but nothing stood out to him more than the character of the men who played on 2D AAV.
“The true character of a team, just like a runner, is not defined at the end of the race,” said Mar-shall. “It’s defined every step of the way.
“Even in our struggles, we pulled out victories, and we learned from the teams we played along the way,” Marshall continued. “You can’t define charac-ter by how strongly you finish the race and forget the reason you ran in the first place.”
After winning 10 games in their regular season, 2D AAV entered
the season tourna-ment. In their first game,
against 8th ESB, they left the field with a 13-1 vic-tory. They continued their win-
ning streak with victories
over MCCSSS and 2D Tanks Bn.
in the second and third rounds of the tournament, before finding them-selves face-to-face with MCCSSS again in the championship game.
“MCCSSS was a team we faced three times this year, and they gave us a real run for our money at every game,” admit-ted Marshall. “They are a really good team. They know how to be consis-tent. They could counter our moves and play a good quality game in every inning.
“The championship game was exceptionally good,” Marshall added. “It was really a great game and a great effort on both sides. Ultimately, we rose to the challenge, and it made us a better team.”
As they left the field with the championship title clenched in their hands and their 14-0 sea-son record, Marshall said he knew his team was a group of men nobody else could replace.
“We’ve learned a lot, and we’re better guys for it,” he said. “This is a great bunch of men, and I enjoyed coaching them this season.”
For more informa-tion on the intramu-ral softball league visit www.mccsleje-une.com/sports.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.8b auGusT 30, 2012
888-261-0128228 South College Rd.Wilmingtonwww.jeffgordonchevy.com
Total Confidence Pricing &Love It Or Return It
60 Day GuaranteeFrom July 10 to September 4th, 2012, Chevrolet will offer special Total Confidence
Pricing as part of the Chevy Confidence promotion to every customer in America whois in market to buy or lease an eligible new 2012 model year Chevrolet vehicle.
*On select models. Plus local tax, tag & license fees.Not available with some special finance and leaseprograms, and some other offers. Applies only 2012models. Take delivery by 9/4/12. Excludes the Love Itor Return It guarantee. See dealer for details.
2012 MALIBU LS$22,870 MSRP$19,532TOTAL CONFIDENCE PRICE
2012 tRAveRSeLS fWd
$30,485 MSRP$27,490
TOTAL CONFIDENCE PRICE
2012 eqUInoxfWd LS$24,355 MSRP$23,097TOTAL CONFIDENCE PRICE
2012 CRUze LS$18,590 MSRP
$17,744 TOTALCONFIDENCE PRICE
2012 ALL-StARSILveRAdo$36,540 MSRP$1000 Trade-In Allowance$28,598 TOTAL CONFIDENCE PRICE
WWW.CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE.COM
Step Up For Soldiers to muck it up | 2C Last wishes
fulfi lled | 4C
Bowhunter ChallengeSt U F S ldi t k itBowhunter
InsideLejeuneLejeuneC | THE GLOBE THURSDAY AUGUST 30, 2012
LANCE CPL. NIK S. PHONGSISATTANAKMarine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
The bow and ar-row was invent-ed by man more than 10,000 years ago for
use in warfare and hunting. These crafted arms are still used by modern warriors, and the sport offers more than just a recreational activity.
Marines with Wounded Warrior Battalions East and West practiced honing their archery skills during the Wounded Warrior Regiment Archery Camp aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 20 through 25.
Approximately 40 wound-
ed warriors participated in the week-long camp where coaches assisted in improv-ing and refining their shooting techniques.
“I love this sport,” Sgt. Michael Deyoung, a Marine with WWBn-West. “Getting these helpful hints is great. It’s a great way to relax and have fun. I’ve been using bows and arrows for more than 10 years. I’m an avid bow hunter. This was my first (Warrior Ath-lete Reconditioning program) event, and I love it.”
The camp is a component of Wounded Warrior Regi-ment’s WAR program, which helps the service members build confidence in their abilities.
“(Archery) is a good extra-curricular activity, and it’s a
good thing to get involved in,” said Sgt. Steven Joseph Keyes, a Marine with WWB-East.
Keyes said he was taught to quiet his mind during archery and focus on hitting the target. He tries to apply this mindset to his work environment by tackling challenges and goals one at a time.
The last day of the camp was the culminating event, in which the Marines put their practice and training to the test during an archery competition.
Karry Rogers, the officer in charge of the camp with the WAR program, said they host about eight camps a year, which includes events such as swimming and track and field, to help Marines transition
Photo by Lance Cpl. Nik S. PhongsisattanakMarines with Wounded Warrior Battalions East and West brought their personal bows and arrows for the WW Regiment Archery Camp aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 20 through 25. SEE ARCHERY 2C
Photo by Lance Cpl. Nik S. Phongsisattanak
Marines with the Wounded Warrior Battalion-East and -West prepare to shoot a target during the Wounded Warrior Regiment Archery Camp aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 20 through 25. The last day of the camp was the culminating point where the Marines put their practice and training to the test during an archery competition.
Changes come to NHCL’s Mental Health DepartmentLANCE CPL. JACKELINE M. PEREZ RIVERA Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
In 1958 Marie Johada, a social psychologist, said the ideal state of mental health is a self-reliant individual with good sense of self-perception, realistic self-esteem, volun-tary control of behavior, and a true perception of the world, as well, it is someone who is a self-directed and productive person who sustains relationships and can give affection.
When those traits are lost people can suffer from an inability to function adequately. Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune took steps to change the way mental health care functions by implementing many programs and by bring-ing providers closer to the troops they serve.
Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune’s Mental Health Depart-ment grew from eight providers in 2008 to 40 today.
“By increasing the number of providers we are able to capture more of the patients who need to be seen within our walls,” said Cmdr. Sawsan Ghurani, the director of the Mental Health Department at NHCL. “We can better understand the needs of the military as well as the patient, and we can get them back to fighting shape.”
Mental illnesses can cause a deviation to behavior and feelings due to a person’s biology such as through a chemi-cal imbalance or a thyroid problem, a social issue such as relationship issues or work stressors, or psychological rea-sons such as post traumatic stress disorder.
They provide individual counseling and medical care along with over a dozen group therapy programs to help people in the best way that suits them. Yoga classes and art therapy are included along with group therapy classes
SEE NHCL 2C
LANCE CPL. SCOTT W. WHITINGMarine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
The Chief of Staff for Japan’s Self-Defense Forces Gen. Shigeru Iwasaki visited the Jacksonville area Aug. 21 to meet with Marine Corps officers and other officials to discuss vari-ous aspects of the American military, while his wife, Toshiko, visited Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune to observe the workings of Naval Hospital Camp Lejeune and Wounded Warrior Battalion – East.
Toshiko was greeted by Lt. Col. Nicholas Davis, com-manding officer of WWBn-E, when she arrived at the WWBn barracks.
“The barracks here are made to suit injured Marines and assist them in their transition back into the Fleet Marine Force,” said Davis. “Things like comfortable rooms and a wheelchair accessible shower make the lives of the (service members) here easier while they recover from their injuries.”
Toshiko toured a room in the barracks, which features a TV, two queen-sized beds, carpeted floors and a large bath-room. Davis stressed to her wounded warrior rooms are not representative of typical barracks, and more amenities are provided to assist with speeding the recovery of wounded service members.
Davis showed Toshiko other aspects of the barracks, in-cluding a barbeque area outside and a common room, which can be converted into a classroom. He also exhibited the MCB Camp Lejeune Fisher House, which he explained was to lodge visiting family for members in the battalion.
After the barracks, Iwasaki visited NHCL to see the basic workings of the hospital. She was met by Navy Capt. David Lane, commanding officer of the hospital.
Lane showed her the hospital’s newly re-constructed lobby. He explained the entrance is bigger and brighter than the previous one, and he liked to mirror the analogy to the hospital itself, and how they are constantly looking to im-prove NHCL as much as possible.
She also toured the maternity ward, since births are one of
the biggest functions of NHCL. Lane showed her a nursing center for newborns, and a recovery room for mothers who gave birth two or three days prior.
“Since giving birth is one of the biggest things we do at (NHCL), it is important to make sure everything there is top-notch,” said Lane. “That way, births can go as smooth as pos-sible without any problems.”
After the conclusion of the hospital tour, Iwasaki returned to MCAS New River to reunite with the Japanese delegates to continue on their excursion visiting the United States.
Japanese delegates visit base
Photo by Lance Cpl. Nik S. PhongsisattanakToshiko Iwasaki, wife of the Chief of Staff for Japan’s Self-Defense Forces Gen. Shigeru Iwasaki, and Lt. Col. Nicholas Davis, commanding offi cer of Wounded Warrior Battalion-East, pose for a picture after he gave Iwasaki a tour of the WW barracks aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 21.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 2C AUGUST 30, 2012
back into their regular lives. “This builds camaraderie for them
and gets them outside their element,” said Rogers. “It’s a great opportunity for them to do something different. Our mis-sion is to serve the wounded, ill and in-jured Marines.”
The camp also assists in preparation for future events such as the Marine Corps Trials or Warrior Games, which are competitive events that incorporate archery, said Jennifer Sullivan, the WAR
program manager.For more information about the War-
rior Athlete Reconditioning program visit www.woundedwarriorregiment.org/warriorgames.aspx or email [email protected].
For more information about the Wound-ed Warrior Regiment visit www.wound-edwarriorregiment.org, contact the War-rior Call Center 24/7 at (877) 487-6299 or visit www.facebook.com/wwr.usmc.
ARCHERY FROM 1C
such as cognitive behavioral therapy and combat stress groups.
“Groups like art therapy give people different ways to communicate,” said Ghurani. “Some people can’t express their feel-ings and thoughts through words so they need differ-ent methods.”
The Mental Health Department is also bring-ing providers closer to the troops with its Behavioral Health Team Model, a pro-gram that sets teams of pro-viders with specific units so providers can build rapport with a unit’s leadership and medical teams.
Many struggle to seek help for mental health is-sues; they fight stigma and the fear it could affect their career. However, most con-ditions can be treated and service members can con-tinue to be a constructive part of the military while seeking treatment.
Ghurani believes educa-tion about mental health is-sues along with the support of one’s colleagues and leadership can be greatly beneficial to a service mem-ber’s mental well being.
“Leaders need to know they’ll get more work out of a Marine if their psyche is functioning properly,” said Ghurani. “It’s like if somebody sprains their ankle. If they keep running on it rather than letting it rest, eventually they won’t be able to run at all.”
According to a study by Harvard Medical School, mental health issues are common, affecting a quar-ter of Americans. The military is a microcosm of society with representatives of every aspect, including those who deal with mental health issues.
For more information about mental health ser-vices aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune call 451-5466.
NHCL FROM 1C
Photo by Lance Cpl. Nik S. Phongsisattanak (Above) Marines with Wounded Warrior Battalion-East and -West listen to a coach during the WW Regiment archery camp aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 20 through 25. (Right) A Marine with the WWR listens to a coach during the WWR archery camp aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Aug. 21. Approximately 40 wounded warriors participated in the week-long camp where coaches assisted in improving and refi ning their shooting technique.
LANCE CPL. SCOTT W. WHITINGMarine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
Many events are hosted in the local area for fundraisers, but noth-ing quite compares to getting dirty while supporting a worthwhile cause. The thrill of being entirely covered in dirt while competing amongst friends is not easily paral-leled by other fundraisers.
Step Up For Soldiers is sched-uled to host a Combat Mud Run Oct. 6 in Wilmington, N.C., for competitors 14 years or older to get down and dirty.
SUFS is a non-profit organiza-tion devoted to serving America’s veterans. They hold various fund-raisers to support veterans any way they determine a means. The orga-nization started by building wheel-chair ramps for disabled veterans and grew to provide financial assis-tance to former service members in need and providing home renova-tions, among other jobs.
“We are always looking for dif-ferent ways to raise money,” said Steve Ritter, event coordinator with SUFS. “Our mud runs are a popular event people like going to and being a part of.”
The mud run costs $40 for an individual to sign up and $160 for a team of four. After Sept. 15, the prices will raise to $50 per person and $200 per team. People who choose to sign up the day of event will be charged an entry fee of $65
per individual or $260 per four-per-son team. Ritter stressed signing up as early as possibly is obviously the best thing to do. He said the prices rise at the later dates because it takes more last-minute planning to have people sign up at a later time.
“There will be live music throughout the day,” said Ritter. “There will also be food and bever-ages for sale. It will be an enjoy-able time for anyone who shows up. Even if they don’t want to par-ticipate in the mud run, they can enjoy a relaxing day outside with friends and music.”
SUFS held a mud run in April and more than 650 participants showed up to get dirty and compete in the race. The course features ap-proximately 20 obstacles with six walls and a whole lot of mud.
The races are scheduled to start at 8 a.m. Oct. 6, with the individual participants kicking off right away and lasting until 1 p.m. Team races are scheduled to start at that time and go until the end of the event. It is scheduled to start winding down around 4:30 p.m.
“We like to coordinate events where people can have a good time, but we also pick popular events like these to raise as much money as we can for America’s veterans,” said Ritter. “They are the reason we host these events in the first place.”
For information on the Combat Mud Run visit stepupforsoldiers.org
Courtesy photoStep Up For Soldiers is scheduled to host a Combat Mud Run Oct. 6 in Wilmington, N.C., to raise money to help veterans in the local area. SUFS hosts many events throughout the year with the mud run being one of the most successful.
Courtesy photos Step Up for Soldiers is preparing for a big turnout at their Combat Mud Run scheduled for Oct. 6 in Wilmington, N.C. They hosted a mud run in April and had more than 650 participants take part. A larger turnout is expected in October.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 3C
Marine & Family Readiness Programs
mccslejeune.com
FREE
FREEFREE
Sat, Sep 227 a.m. | 7 a.m. | Tickets will be passed out
10 a.m.-4 p.m. | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Gown giveaway
MCCSLEJEUNE.COM/EXTRAVAGOWNZA
Sat, Sep 22Sat, Sep 22
MCCS Tarawa Terrace Community Center
EXTRAVA ZAr
AA ZZ
Sponsored by:Sponsored by:
ENDORSEMENT IMPLIED.
utuuuu yyy
NE CO /NE COM/ AVAGAVAAAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGOOOOOOW
HeadquartersBall GownBall Gown
Every gown purchase receives an MCX gift bagwith a coupon and various beauty samples.purchase receives an MCX
Sep 13Beginning
MARINE CORPS HALF MARATHON SEPT. 22
mccslejeune.com/grandprix
TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTHHHHTHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
THEHE
THE
THE
FOOTBALL SEASONFOOTBALL SEASONFOOTBALL SEASON
Sports Sports BarBar
Beginning Sat, Sep 8 Beginning Sat, Sep 8You can also catch NFL™ action
at all Recreation Centers!
LABOR DAY HOLIDAY HOURSVisit our website for all MCCS Facility Holiday Hours
Details at mccslejeune.com/hours
FREEFREEOpen to Open to authorized
authorized patrons.patrons.
W.P.T. Hill Fieldmccslejeune.com/ltdanbandSUN, sep 16 EVENT SITE OPENS AT 2:00 P.M.
SHOWTIME 3:00 P.M.
SEPTEMBER –––––––––––––––––––––
Taking Control of Your Finances6th,1:00-4:30 p.m. 451-9297
“Before I Do” Pre-Marriage Workshop6th & 7th, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 451-0176
L.I.N.K.S. for Spouses6th, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 451-1299
Developing Healthy Blended Families10th, 1:00-3:00 p.m. 451-0176
Ready, Set, Grow – Principles of Healthy Relationships and Marriages11th-13th, Times Vary 451-2864
Stress & Anger Management12th & 13th8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 451-2865
ELDRELMEDOLOTEANGUSEOBTOPLEA
ECECCCCCTTTRIVEERERERRE SECTRTRRRRICICII IANS M
ECHANNNNICCICI S DOD CONTRACTORSOD CONNTNTNTTTRACTORS LOGISTICS
OGISTICS OOOPOPOPPERATION MANAGERECHNICIANNNSSSSS NURSES INTELLIGENALYSTS HUMMMMAMAAN RESOURCES FUARDS AVIONNICICCCICI S TRUCK DRIVECURITY COMMUUUUUNINN CATIONS WETAIN A CERTIFICATETEEEE OOOR GO FOR A PHPORTUNITIES. GATHEER R RR ININI FORMATION
ARN ABOUT TUITION AASSSSSSSISTANCE OI
THU, SEP 6 BLDG 40
1-4 p.m.
mccslejeune.com/JobFair
Must Pre-register
For Upcoming NATIONAL
@ CAMP LEJEUNEJOB FAIR 2012
PREPARATION WORKSHOP
451-3212
SEPTEMBER STARTERSAT, SEP 8SAT, SEP 8 00$ 000 CCA
T!*T !!*TTT!!GOTTSCHALK MARINA’S 23 RD ANNUALTEAM
BASS
GGOTOO
TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT O U R N A M E N T S E R I E S
No Federal or USMC endorsement implied.
Sponsored by:™
®
$70 (pre-registered) • $85 (day of event)6:00 a.m. (or safe light) to 4:00 p.m. Open to the public
Registration deadline: morning of tournamentSign up at Gottschalk Marina
910 .451 . 8307/8345 • MCCSLEJEUNE .COM/MARINAS
Hotline numbers to report fraud, waste, abuse and corruption
II MEFII MEF Hotline - (910) 451-5555marines.mil/unit/iimef/Pages/Contact-Us/default.aspx
MCIEASTMCIEAST Hotline - (910) 451-3928lejeune.usmc.mil/ig/
TECOMTECOM Hotline - (703) [email protected]
Naval HospitalNaval Hospital Hotlines - (910) 450-4154/4155med.navy.mil/sites/nhcl/Pages/feedback.aspx
MARSOCMARSOC Hotlines - (910) 440-1045/0941marines.mil/unit/marsoc/Pages/ig/Inspector-General.aspx
OFF-LIMITS ESTABLISHMENTS
The following businesses are designated by the base commander as “off-limits”
Bell Auto Salvage II at 136 Abbits Branch Rd., Hubert, N.C.Dash-In at 1316 Hargett Street, Jacksonville, N.C.D’s Drive Thru at 226 Wilmington Highway, Jacksonville, N.C.D’s Quick Mart at 2840 Highway 258 West, Richlands, N.C.Discount Tobacco at 331 G&H Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C. Express Way at 1261 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, N.C. King’s Drive Thru at 1796 Gum Branch Road, Jacksonville, N.C.Laird’s Auto and Truck Repair (U-Haul Rental) at 1197 Piney Green Rd., Jacksonville, N.C.Moe’s Mart at 2105 Belgrade Swansboro Road, Maysville, N.C.
New York Tobacco Center(A.K.A. Tobacco for Less) at 439 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C.One Stop Shop at 501 Corbin Street, Jacksonville, N.C.Smart BuyJacksonville, N.C.Smitty’s R&R at 3742 Highway 17, SC (South of Myrtle Beach, SC)Tobacco at 521 Yopp Road, Unit 106, Jacksonville, N.C.Tobacco Club at 487-B Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C.Tobacco House Cigarette Center at 1213-C Country Club Rd., Jacksonville, N.C.Tobacco Leaf at 215 Western Boulevard, Jacksonville, N.C.Veterans Affairs Service Jacksonville, N.C. (This is a private organization not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs or the VA Outpatient Clinic.)
www.camplejeuneglobe.com
Safety is paramount for Lejeune cyclistsPFC. JOSHUA W GRANT Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
The roads can be dan-gerous for cars, trucks or SUV’s in any weather and any time of day, but even more so for bicyclists.
Whether on the road, commuting or taking a recreational ride safety must always be priority.
The number of bicycle related traffic fatalities is on a steady decline in the United States for the past two decades, and with more money constantly being devoted to making the streets safer for cyclists, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administra-tion expects the number to continue to fall.
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune abides by North Carolina state laws for bicycle safety, which is why there are four manda-tory regulations for any-one planning to ride a bi-cycle aboard the base.
All bicyclists must wear an American Na-tional Standards Institute or Snell Memorial Foun-dation standard approved bicycle helmet before rid-ing. Between evening and morning colors, all riders are also required to wear an approved reflective vest over their clothing.
John Abney, traffic safety manager for Marine Corps Installations East-Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, said most people remember to wear a glow
belt, but he highly recom-mends the more reflective material the better, espe-cially on a bicycle.
Bicyclists are also man-dated to ride on the right edge of the road, following the flow of traffic, and must ride single file when riding with multiple cyclists.
“On base, like out in town we are under the ‘Share the Road’ pro-gram,” said Abney. The program is designed to allow all cyclists ample room on roadways for safe travel.
Bicycles are allowed to be operated at night time but only when equipped with a headlight, and a red light or red reflector in the rear.
Marine Corps Com-munity Services suggest a slew of extra tips to keep riders safe aboard MCB Camp Lejeune such as ensuring any rider’s bike is equipped for safety be-fore they begin riding, keeping both hands on the handlebars while rid-ing, and riding slower on wet roads or when travel-ing off road.
Abney said with the ad-vancements in hybrid and electric cars, ‘situational awareness’ is the most im-portant part. These quiet vehicles can sometimes creep up on riders, and it’s everyone’s responsi-bility to keep alert.
Abney stated a lot of riders wear headphones while cycling, which is against the base regula-tions and highly discour-ages people from continu-ing it.
Whether it’s a family ride through the trails, or back and forth between home and work, everyone aboard base must play their part in keeping the streets safe for bicyclists.
Courtesy photo Aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune safety on the road is paramount. Hand and arm signals are important to motorists and cyclists to keep safe while traveling on the roadways.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 4C AUGUST 30, 2012
Resource Roundup
Cory • Deanna Cory • Deanna • Stacy • • Stacy • AshleyAshley • • Kristen • LanaKristen • Lana
PATRIOTPATRIOTLOANLOANCO.CO.
Loans From$800 - $3,000!
Approval in15 minutes!Get Money
the Same Day!
It’s Our Turn To Serve You!
113-B Western Blvd - Jacksonville
910-355-2023Call or Come By Our Offi ce TODAY! SLOW CREDIT • NO CREDIT • PRIOR BANKRUPTSLOW CREDIT • NO CREDIT • PRIOR BANKRUPTCIESCIESAll loans are subject to our liberal credit policy & credit limitations, if any.
It’’ OIt’’’’ O
Tax Services Tax Services Available forAvailable for
• Civilians • Civilians • Military • Military • Retirees• Retirees
We Have We Have Competetive Rates!Competetive Rates!
Prior & Current Prior & Current Customers Will Customers Will
Receive an Extra Receive an Extra 20% Off Their 20% Off Their
Tax PreparationTax Preparation
Now offering Civilian loans!
- Accelerated graduate degree programs will help you attain new goals- Classes taught by accomplished professionals- Five 9-week terms per year- Attend one night a week per class enrolled - No weekends
Local Degree Programs:- Human Resources Management, M.A. - International Relations, M.A. - Management and Leadership, M.A. - Master of Business Administration, M.B.A. - Procurement and Acquisitions Management, M.A.
Online Degree Programs:- Business and Organizational Security Management, M.A. - Master of Business Administration, M.B.A. - Human Resources Development, M.A.
Webster University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association, 312-263-0456, www.ncahlc.org. The accreditation, which was awarded in 1925, includes undergraduate and graduate levels at all locations where the University offers programs.
Building 825 Stone Street, Room 115 (910) 451-0951 or (910) 451-4407
Marine Corp Air Station New River(910) 449-4677
Real Knowledge for Real-World Success®
Graduate Degree Programs Camp Lejeune
REGISTRATION NOW IN PROGRESS FOR FALL II
PROUDSPONSOROF THE
LANCE CPL. JACKELINE M. PEREZ RIVERAMarine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
On a sunny Saturday families gathered in Jack-sonville, N.C., to spend the day fishing and practicing their archery skills while honoring the life and sup-porting the last wish of a fallen Navy SEAL.
Triple Nickel, the name of the acreage of land owned by the family of the fallen SEAL, hosted the Frogman 3-D Bowhunters Challenge, a course filled with life-sized foam animal replicas for bow hunters to shoot. The event also in-cluded inflatables, a kid’s fishing tournament, a BB shoot and a dunk tank.
Members of the com-munity arrived in droves to volunteer their time, donate money and support Chief Petty Officer Chris Camp-bell’s mission for wounded warriors. Campbell was killed in action in Afghani-stan last year. In his will, he asked his name and memo-ry be used to garner support for organizations supporting wounded service members.
Angelina Campbell, Campbell’s wife, said he asked for a goal of 100,000 people to donate to wounded warrior organi-zations, without a specific monetary goal; he simply wanted people to support the organizations.
“He was always out-doors,” said Angelina. “Whenever he had down time he came (to Triple Nickel) to hunt with his brother.”
Chris was a native to the area and worked in its parks; he surfed in its wa-ters and hunted on its land. Any quiet, calm outdoor location was home to him, said Angelina.
It seemed a no-brainer to the Campbell family to hold an outdoor event for Chris.
“Chris was such an avid hunter, and he was just get-ting into bow hunting,” said Angelina.
He was not alone in his new-found enthusiasm for archery. Dozens of shooters of all ages went through the course shooting longbows and compound bows at their targets.
“I’m glad archery can be used as a venue to let others know what the troops give,” said Brennon Morton, a member of the Lejeune Ar-chery Club who volunteered at the event. “Archery can be used as a channel to pro-mote a good cause.”
“Everybody should be helping causes like (bolster-ing wounded warriors),” said Ira Sanders, an employ-ee of Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune and a mem-ber of the Lejeune Archery Club. “It’s incredible what service members do for our country.”
Maj. Richard Burkett, a V-22 pilot with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squad-ron 261, Marine Aircraft Group 26, feels events like this are opportunities for wounded service members to get out.
“Marines thrive on com-petition,” said Burkett. “Be-ing a patient at Walter Reed (National Military Medi-cal Center) gives me a new insight into the Wounded Warrior Project. I love to shoot, and I wanted to sup-port the program.”
The Frogman 3-D Bow-hunters Challenge was not the first event held to sustain Chris’s final wishes, and the Campbell family says it won’t be the last.
“We want to keep his memory alive and honor him in the best way pos-sible,” said Angelina.
Photos by Lance Cpl. Jackeline M. Perez Rivera(Top) Maj. Richard Burkett, a V-22 pilot with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 261, Marine Aircraft Group 26, aims at a target during the Frogman 3-D Bowhunters Challenge Aug. 18 in Jacksonville, N.C. Burkett was injured in a helicopter crash, and he wanted to support wounded warrior organizations while partaking in an activity he loves. (Above) A 3-D foam target awaits the removal of arrows during the the Frogman 3-D Bowhunters Challenge in Jacksonville, N.C., Aug. 18.
Working together for stronger, healthier babies marchofdimes.com
a CFC participantProvided as a public service
Photo by Lance Cpl. Jackeline M. Perez RiveraSgt. Cameron Greenwood, a Marine with Marine Special Operations Command, takes aim at a 3-D foam bear during the Frogman 3-D Bowhunters Challenge Aug. 18 in Jacksonville, N.C. Greenwood was there to take part in an activity he enjoys, archery, while supporting wounded warrior’s and honoring the memory of fallen Navy SEAL, Chief Petty Offi cer Chris Campbell.
While he works to protect the country,St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
works to save his daughter from a deadly disease.
800-822-6344 www.stjude.org
A CFC Participant – provided as a public service.
Matt Pasco, Chief Warrant Officer 2, and his daughter Delilah
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C. auGusT 30, 2012 5C
Engaged and readyto plan the perfect
wedding?
Pick up a copy ofOperation WeddingDay—an informative,biannual weddingmagazine—broughtto you by LandmarkMilitary Media.1122 Henderson Dr,Jacksonville, NC 28540
or find it online at www.camplejeuneglobe.com
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.6C auGusT 30, 2012
ClassifiedsTo place your ad in the classifieds, go to www.camplejeuneglobe.com and click on place classifieds
Trader Ads are FREE for active duty military, retirees, and their family members.Advertising deadline is Friday, 11:00AM. One week prior to publication.
SpecialAnnouncements U
NEW imperial silver inlaid Texas showsaddle. $2000 OBRO. (910) 389-5186.
USMC custom made challenge coins.Professional design and fast deliveryon all orders. FPO/APO shipping.Visit: www.challengecoinsltd.com orcall 1-800-818-3229.
FOOD BANK NOW OPEN at BethelChurch. Call (910) 938-3855 forinformation about donations andhours of operation.
DECALS OF UNIT PATCHES, USMCguidons, UIMs, Army Guidons,Rockers, Shoulder tabs and more.www.88mmgear.com
$1400 NICE & SPACIOUS3BD/2.5BA home, 2 car garage.Move-in ready. White appliances,fenced back yard w/ screened backporch & patio. Pets neg. Call Jasmin910-545-2082.
1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTSstarting at $509! Includes water,sewer, trash pickup, & lawnmaintenance. For more info866-590-2232.
109 FUTRELL ROAD Spacious 3bedroom/1.5 bath home located inthe Back Swamp area just past theairport. Hardwood floors, new carpet.Single-car garage. Available now,Section 8 allowed. First Month’s RentFree! (910) 938-1976. No pets.$795/mo.
116 LIVE OAK DRIVE Beautiful 3bedroom 2 bath 1-car garage homelocated in wooded subdivision of LIveOak Estates. Vaulted living room w/fireplace. Convenient commute tobase, shopping, restaurants, andairport. Available now! Call (910)938-1976. No Pets. $950/mo.
181 GRANTS CREEK ROAD Nice 3bedroom 1.5 bath home with carportis available now. Located close tobase, shopping, and schools. Quietcountry living. No pets. Call (910)938-1976. $850/mo.
2 BED 1 BATH DUPLEX with carport,brick with vinyl windows, lawn service.Pets negotiable. 4 miles from backgate. $675/mo + deposit.910-326-5717 or 910-546-6186.
2420 HWY 172- 3BR/1BA housewith large yard near SneadsFerry/Camp Lejeune gate. $625 permonth includes trash pickup and yardmaintenance. Realty World-Ennett &Associates 910-327-3600
3 BEDROOM 1 BATH 14x70 mobilehome with washer/dryer for rent nearMCAS. Garbage pickup, lawn care,water included in rent. No pets!$550/mo. $550 deposit. Call910-346-3320 or 910-526-8030.
3BD/2BA IN SHARON HILLS. LivingRoom, Dining Area, Family Roomw/Fireplace, Wood Floors, Garage,Fenced back yard, shed. $1000 mo +dep. Pets ok w/dep. Avail 9/1 (910)381-0698.
AVAILABLE JULY 2- 118 Manchester-3BR/2BA home in “Neighborhoods ofHolly Ridge” with garage and fenceback yard. Short drive to beach &base. $1000 per month. Realty World-Ennett & Associates 910-327-3600.
COMFORT COUNTRY HOMES- Niceclean, modern, mobile homes.Garbage, water and lawn serviceincluded. 910-455-8246.
CONTACT ME FOR YOUR RENTALNEEDS!
Chasity DeBarber at Century 21American Properties (910) 376-9399LejeuneAreaHomes.com
FULLY REMODELED HOME For Rent910 330-2900 3BD/2BA. NOanimals. Stable job, non smoker, andopen minded. Run criminal record.$800. month $400. deposit. Cash.
FURNISHED STUDIO APARTMENT onprivate waterfront lot. Washer & dryerprovided, electric, water & trashincluded in rent. $750 for two, $700for one + deposit. No pets, no smok-ing. 910-326-5717 or 910-546-6186.
D&E
REMAX
FILLER
MILITARYWELCOME!
FINANCINGFOR
EVERYONE!
www.DandEMitsubishi.comwww.DandEMitsubishi.com
2011 TOYOTACAmRY
$17,950
2011CHRYSLER 300TOURINGmODEL
$26,9002007 DODGENITRO SLT/RT$16,900
2008 FORDExpLORER xLT$17,900
2011 JEEpLIBERTY$19,975
2006 HONDAELEmENT Ex-p$15,995
2009NISSANmAxImA3.5 SV$23,900
2010 JEEpWRANGLER$24,900
2007 NISSANpATHFINDER LE$18,900
2010 DODGERAm 1500 TRx$25,900
2007 DODGECHARGER RT$16,900
2010DODGECALIBERSxT$13,900
D&ED&EAt D & E mitsubishi
6220 market Street , Wilmington, NCAt D & E mitsubishi
6220 market Street , Wilmington, NC
D&E Car Exchange, Inc. Since 1947
45 Minutes South ofJacksonville, Hwy 17 (910)799-4210
Business & Services
Real Estate for Rent H
Real Estate for Rent H Real Estate for Rent H Real Estate for Rent H Real Estate for Rent H Real Estate for Rent H
303 Rose Bud3BR/2BA. Unfurnished, located in theNeighborhood of Holly Ridge. Minutesfrom Surf City and located with access toWilmington or Jacksonville. Living roomhas hard wood floors and fire place, tile
in kitchen. Large garage! Pets Negotiable.Available NOW. $1295 mo
241 Silver Creek Loop3BR/2BA/2 half BA. Unfurnished home,
located in Sneads Ferry, Minutes fromback gate and the Beach. Great centrallocation. Home recently built. Fencedin back yard and garage, Large bonusroom with bathroom and closet. Pets
Negotiable. Available NOW. $1495 mo
115 Volusia Drive3BR/2.5BA. Furnished,town house,
located on North Topsail Beach,multiple decks, ocean and soundviews, enclosed outdoor shower,
covered parking, bonus/office room.No Pets. Available 9/1. $1295 mo
102 Seabird Ct.3BR/2.5BA. Unfurnished, single
family home in Sneads Ferry, minutesfrom back gate and beach. Bonus
room. Garage with storage and a backyard sun deck. Lawn maintenanceincluded. No Pets. Available NOW.
$1395 mo
239 Silver Creek Loop3BR/2.5BA. Unfurnished, located in
Sneads Ferry, Minutes from back gateand the Beach. Great central location.Home recently built. Fenced in backyard, screened in patio, large bonusroom and garage. Pets Negotiable.
Available Now. $1495 mo
-----------------------------------
-----------------------------------
-----------------------------------
-----------------------------------
www.TreasureRealty.com
LONG TERM RENTALS
TreasureR•E•A•L•T•Y1-800-762-3961 or
Local 327-4444RENTAL PROPERTIES, INC.
Property BR/BA RentHOMES FOR RENT
910-347-4049Email: [email protected]
Website: www.abarents.com
1923 Countrywood 1/1 $525109 Easy St. 1/1 $495259 Cordell Village 1/1 $525238 Cordell Village 1/1 $550134 #6 Morningside Dr. 2/1 $495100B Ravenwood 2/1 $495C-2 Village Terrace 2/1 $595243-A Lakewood 2/1 $600134 Marlene Dr. 2/1 $62546-C Sophia 2/1 $625586 Haw’s Run #36 2/2 $65031 E Bayshore 2/1 $750586 Haw’s Run #28 2/1 $695213 Cordell Village 2/1 $625212 Cordell Village 2/1.5 $6751926 Countrywood 2/2 $695819 Jim Blake Rd. 2/2 $595119 Windsor Ct. 2/2 $625205 Lanieve Ct. Apt#3 2/2.5 $850405 Winner’s Circle 2/2.5 $8753899 Wilmington Hwy 3/1 $725710 Country Club Rd. 3/1 $7991137 E. Davis Rd. 3/1 $850207 Richlands Ave. 3/1.5 $695115 Ramsey Rd. 3/1.5 $80011 Crown Point Rd. 3/1.5 $825307 Doris Ave. 3/1.5 $800002 Collins Dr. 3/2 $8001035 Massey Rd. 3/2 $925159 Camp Queen Rd. 3/2 $950603 Oakwood Ave 3/2 $995127 Linden Rd. 3/2 $925207 Quarry Trail 3/2 $1000235 Bishop Dr. 3/2 $11004012 WT Whitehead 3/2 $11501026 Springvilla Dr. 4/2 $950312 Carlisle Ct. 4/2 $1000106 Butternut Circle 4/2 $1150402 Cornhustk Ct. 4/2 $1200
Other 1, 2, 3 or 4BR’s available
Over 100 RentalHomes in allPrice Ranges.
To view homesonline visit:
www.criproperties.com
Prices Subject To Change Without Notice
829-A Gum Branch Rd.Jacksonville, NC 28540
Office: 910-455-2860Toll Free: 888-819-7653
Fax: 910-455-0557
MOBILEHOMES & LOTS
FOR RENT
Water, Garbage &Lawn Care Included.
Triangle Mobile Home Park
910-455-4923
Renting,Buying,SellingSelling
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C. auGusT 30, 2012 7C
Effective&AffordableNeed to reach the military?CAll thE ExpErts!WEEkly publiCAtioNsThe Official Military newspapers of MCB Camp
Lejeune and MCAS New River
oNliNEmArkEtiNgtoolsWEbsitEs | soCiAl mEdiA
CPL. JEFF DREW2nd Marine Division
He watched as five Marines
beside him dropped, struck by the
sheer force of insurgent machine
gun fire. Within seconds, Lance
Cpl. Jeffrey Cole joined his broth-
ers as a three-round burst lifted his
200-pound frame and 80pounds
of gear completely off the ground,
moved him five feet in the air, and
slammed him into the dirt– all in
less than half a second.
The Woodstock, Ga., native
took three rounds into theceram-
ic plates protecting his body from
small-arms fire. He was down, but
not wounded. The injured Ma-
rines made their way into anearby
canal for cover as Cole provided
suppressive fire with his rifle.With
half of the Marines on thepatrol
wounded, they tried callingfor ex-
traction on the radio, but couldn’t
reach anyone. No help wason the
way and approximately 20insur-
gents entrenched only 30meters
from their position were headed
in their direction. They were out
for blood.The morning of August 17,
2010, started early for Cole. He
woke at 4 a.m. to stand four hours
of guard duty. As he finished his
time on post, an earlymorning pa-
trol returned and he helped cook
food for them before cleaning his
rifle and restocking on water. He
heard through the grapevine about
another patrol going out soon and
he wanted in on the action. In the
three-and-a-half weeks his unit,
2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regi-
ment, 2nd Marine Division, was
in country, Cole had already been
on 46 missions, luckily without
incident.The patrol that changed his
life indefinitely consistedof six
Marines from his squad as well as
a Navy corpsman and three Ma-
rines from a Professional Mentor
Team, a group primarilyrespon-
sible for training and working
with Afghan National Security
Forces. It was a reconnaissance
mission – to photographthe lo-
cal landscape and populace,
and learn as much as theycould
about the area. At 1:30 p.m., the
patrol made their way toa loca-
tion they had been just the night
before. They spoke with local
Afghans and searched mud com-
pounds. Around 3:30 p.m., they
left the final compound;a crack
of gunfire filled the air, and they
found themselves in the fight of
their lives. The patrol waspinned
down by heavy enemy fire; five
Marines were wounded, and they
were unable to contact anyone on
the radio.“Thirty minutes into the
fire-
fight, I heard screams theenemy
was advancing toward us,” Cole
said as he recounted hisactions
that day. “I took a machine gun
from my buddy who was shot
and gave him my rifle. I put the
machine gun in my shoulder and
started firing. Then I got upon the
road and shot from my hip in a
sweepingmotion from left to right.
I shot 150 rounds off, and as I did,
I was shot three more times. A
round hit my plates again and two
rounds went through my arm.”
“This time it felt like asun-
burn,” Cole said as he remem-
bered the feeling of the rounds
penetrating his arm. “My bone
vibrated and severed my nerve,
and blew out the inside of my up-
per arm. I couldn’t feel anything.
It spun me around and threw me
into the ditch.”Immediately the Marines p
ut a
tourniquet on the wounded Cole
in an effort to stop the bleeding.
As the sixth injured service mem-
ber, the Marines knew theyhad to
move – quickly. They made their
way into a nearby compound as
enemy fire dug into themudwalls.
The enemy was advancingand all
Cole could hear were the calls
over the radio.“All channels, anywhere,
any-
thing around us that canreceive
us – we need help now!”
Another tourniquet and a pres-
sure dressing were appliedto his
arm, but he was still losingblood –
time was running out. Despite his
grievous wounds, Cole continued
to provide accurate suppressive
fire on the enemy making sure the
Marines on patrol remained cov-
ered and safe.As if by some miracle, the
sound of attack helicopters broke
through the cloud of gunfire. The
Marines, running low on am-
munition and badly wounded,
continued to return fire as their
air support offered protection
for a medical evacuation.A Brit-
ish CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter
landed under heavy fire from the
nearby insurgents. The Marines,
supporting one another, staggered
toward the rescue helicopter in the
midst of enemy fire and climbed
aboard.Cole was flown to Camp
Bas-
tion where he immediately went
WWW.CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE.COM
VOLUME 74, EDITION 29
Marines honor fallen brothersin
Afghanistan | 8AMarine meets with
former pupil inUganda| 10A
WWW.LEJEUNE.MARINES.MIL
The
Marines honor fallen brothersin
GL BEReunited
THURSDAY JULY 19, 2012
News Briefs
Kids makewaves at SplashCamp
Impact ofMontford PointMarines still felt
USO spotlightsdecades ofdancing, music
1B
1C
1D
SERVING CAMP LEJEUNE AND SURROUNDING AREAS SINCE 1944
Photo by Cpl. Jeff Drew
(Left, courtesy photo) Marines apply a tourniquet and pressure dressing to Lance Cpl. Jeffrey Cole (center) after he was shot twice in the left
arm. This photo was taken during a firefight in Marjah Afghanistan August 2010 after a patrol came under fire from enemy insurgents. Six of the
10 service members on the patrol were wounded, yet Cole continued to provide suppressing fire toward enemy positions to ensure the safety of
his fellow Marines. (Right) The nation’s third highest award for valor, the Silver Star, is presented to Lance Cpl. Jeffrey Cole July 10 for his selfless
actions when his patrol came under enemy fire in Marjah, Afghanistan, in August 2010.
k d f h l f h fi l d k i h d d l i h d
Blocks of Marjah secure, battalion shifts focus to counternarcoticsHELMAND PROVINCE, AFGHANISTAN
1ST LT. CHRIS HARPER1st Marine Division (Forward)
What began as a window ofopportunity,
a simple chance to changethe status quo in
the Central Helmand River Valley, turned
into an ongoing counternarcotics operation
preventing the annual summer fighting sea-
son from getting off the ground.
Operation Psarlay Taba, a partnered
counternarcotics operation conducted by
2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, and
the Afghan National Interdiction Unit, tar-
geted opium production facilities andnar-
cotics trafficking in the Bari Desert, north-
west of Marjah district.
When Lt. Col. Michael Styskal, com-
manding officer of 2nd Bn., 9th Marines,
arrived in Marjah in December 2011 the
situation changed dramatically since his
last deployment there a year before.
Styskal’s predecessor with 3rd Bn., 6th
Marines moved his battalion to the out-
skirts of Marjah. Afghan security forces,
anchored by perhaps the strongest local po-
lice force in the country, were in control of
the blocks, or main population centers, of
the district.“Marjah was a district in transition,”
said Styskal. “Marines and (Afghan Na-
tional Army) moved outto the periphery
… the police were set in and the district
government was working.”
With the blocks secured, Styskal and
his Marines were able toshift their focus
outward.“We chose to fight the enemy on our
footing,” said Styskal. “We targeted where
we knew they would be protecting their
narcotics.”The sparsely populated Bari Desert
caught the collective eyeof the battalion’s
intelligence and operations officers. The
high rates of poppy cultivation and narcot-
ics trafficking in the desert made it a focus
of pre-deployment planning efforts.
SEE FOCUS 10A
Courtesy photo
Cpl. AustinAliferis, a reteam leaderwith
the Regimental Combat Team 5 Police
Advisor Team working in support of 2nd
Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, applies
a bandage to an Afghan child’s foot
during a clearing operation March 1.
SEE SILVER 6A
tArgEt mArkEtiNgC O A S T A L C A R O L I N A
inFormation serVinG tHe ciVilian & militarY Families oF coastal carolinaaUGUst & september 2012
join us atfacebook.com/coastalcarolinaparent
LandmarkMilitary Mediaof North Carolina, Inc.
Published by
Save on SchoolSupplies
After-SchoolCare Options
Parents GetInvolved In
The Classroom
The Importanceof Immunization
inFormation serVinG tHe ciVilian & militarY Families oF coastal carolina
Back to SchoolDon’t Let The School Year Sneak Up On You
summer 2012 | Free
DIAMONDSA girl’s best friend
LOCATION,LOCATION,LOCATION
Deciding on a venue
GET THE LOWDOWN ONGowns J u l y 2 0 1 2 I S S U E
VOL 32-07M A G A Z I N E
2homesAdvertiserIndex33
Check Out Ourwebsites:
nccoast.comcamplejeuneglobe.com
On the Cover
110Bethea Street
R E G I O N A L M I L I T A R Y E D I T I O NSERVING THE MILITARY COMMUNITIES OF EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA
LandmarkMilitary Mediaof North Carolina, Inc.
1122 HeNdeRSON dRive, jACkSONviLLe, NCFor more inFormation call 910.347.9624 ext 112
or email [email protected]
www.camplejeuneglobe.comwww.newriverrotovue.com
www.coastalcarolinaparent.com
Proud civilian publishers of
brANd buildiNg EvENts
spoNsorships AvAilAblE
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.8C auGusT 30, 2012
HAMPSTEAD 2BR/1BA CONDO Allappliances, W&D, $750/mo. Military& senior discount! 910-547-4324
HAMPSTEAD 3BR/2BA Modern, openstyle, large porch, quiet. South Topsailschools. Non-smokers only. $975+deposit. (910)270-4854
HOME FOR RENT in The Commons.3bdr, 2 1/2 baths, bonus room, livingroom, formal dining room, large
kitchen, fenced yard, irrigation,inground pool. Pets ok w/dep.$2000/mo 910-381-0698 or910-382-8245
HOUSE FOR RENT Central to bases,schools,and shopping. 2 bedroom / 1 bath.Hardwood floors, central heat & air.Dishwasher, washer & dryer incluDed. Largefenced yard. $600/mo+$600 dep. Pets onapproval w/deposit. Call (910) 340-4284.Military Preferred.
HUBERT TOWNHOMES, DUPLEXES,& apt rentals convenient to Hwy. 172gate. $675-$800. Call 910-389-4293www.photoshop.com/users/mpm737
ROOM FOR RENT $450 - Includesinternet, cable TV and utilities. No
couples, no pets. Furnished! Call910-548-3345.
SWANSBORO MOBILE HOME FORRENT 16 x 80, 3 bed 2 bath onprivate lot. Yard care, boat ramp,month to month. Ready 9/1. $675call Bobby 910-326-3099
SWANSBORO MOBILE HOME LOT-For rent. 2 miles from HammocksBeach State Park, private lot, yardcare month-to-month, water access.For a 2BR/2BA home, 3 years old ornewer, $250. Bobby 910-326-3099
WATERFRONT & WATERVIEW Lots inGated Community of Hogans Landing.Located on the Intracoastal Waterwayin Hubert. Prices starting @ $86,000.Deep Water Boat Slips Available.Contact Jody Davis (910) 265-0771CHOICE Jacksonville Realty. www.sol-dbysamnjody.com
$126,900 ~ NEW 3 BR/2 BA Homewith garage. Approximately 1200 sq.ft. and READY NOW! Privacy Fencing inBack Yard, Sodded Front Yard, LargeMaster Suite with personal bath andwalk-in closet, Mini Blinds in AllBedrooms, Neighborhood Play Areaand Much More. Located withinRichlands School District. Seller Mayconsider allowing buyers to move inbefore closing (some conditions &restrictions may apply). Call or TextJody today (910) 265-0771 @ CHOICEJacksonville Realty. View more homes@ www.soldbysamnjody.com
$134,900 ~ NEW 3 BR/ 2 BA/ 2 CGHome with approximately 1380 sq. ft.Located within the Richlands SchoolDistrict and only minutes to local air-port, You've got to take a look! Plentyof Perks for the Price. Select interior &exterior colors before constructionstarts. Call Jody@ CHOICEJacksonville-Realty (910) 265-0771for your personal tour of Ashbury ParkToday! View more homes @ www.sol-dbysamnjody.com
www.CampLejeuneGlobe.com
$192,000 NEW CONSTRUCTION 1-story 4BR/2BA, 1800 sq ft. Huge fam-ily room w/ vaulted ceilings, cornerfireplace, tons of work space in thekitchen w/ breakfast area or optionalstudy open to family room & diningroom. Large master bedroom & bath-room w/ all the extras to include dualsinks, stand up shower & soaking tub.Minutes drive to schools, shopping,local military bases & restaurants. CallJasmin 910 545-2082.
$195,543 NEW CONSTRUCTION2-story 4BR/2.5BA home features ahuge kitchen with an island that isperfect for cooking. All this opens tothe large great room. Bedrooms andlaundry room upstairs for convenience.Nice front porch perfect for enjoyingthose Carolina evenings. Minutes fromthe beach and Sneads Ferry’s backgate. Call Jasmin 910 545 2082.
BROOKSTONE AT LAND’S END-Quality constructed homes by award-winning DCI Construction. Make one ofthese fantastic homes YOUR dreamhome for 2012! Hurry - just one homeleft! Call John Troup at (910) 539-3158
NEW 3BR/2BA HOME w/ garage only$126,900. Construction is nearcompletion. Home has privacy fencing,sodded front yard, vaulted ceilings,large master bedroom, side by siderefrigerator, dishwasher, microwavehood, smooth top range, mini blinds inall bedrooms and much more. Paidbuyer closing cost assistance alsooffered by seller. Call or text Jody Davis@ CHOICE Jacksonville Realty (910)265 0771 www.soldbysamnjody.com.
104 ASPEN LANE in Jacksonville isan affordable 3BR brick home w/garage, storage shed, fencedbackyard with huge deck. Pricesignificantly reduced to only $99,900.Principal & interest payment of only$448.60/mo (3.5% APR for 360months.) Seller will entertain payingbuyer’s closing costs. Convenient toNew River Air Station, Wal-Mart, andTopsail Island. Call (910) 358-0358
113 CASEY COURT Jacksonville$185,000 3BR/2.5BA/2 car garage.1760sq feet. Open floor plan, privacyfenced in backyard with storage shed
in quiet neighborhood. Contact Will910-650-2401 or Barbie443-536-8051.
1660 CHADWICK SHORES- 3BR (pos-sible 4th), 3BA with garage, fireplace,screened porch, fenced back yard onnice, corner lot in gated community.Community boat launch. Close to MAR-SOC and Courthouse Bay. $239,000Call Realty World-Ennett & Associates910-327-3600.
1704 WINE PRESS COURT- Greatinvestment! This nicely maintainedduplex in a family oriented neighborhood isonly 2 miles from the front gate of CampLejeune and even closer to the Piney Greengate. Two bedrooms,2 full baths,nice yard,kitchen complete with refrigerator, dish-washer, range, & range hood. You can ownthis home for less than rent. $83,500 @3.5% APR for 360 months = P&I paymentof only $374.95/mo. Call Chuck Comptonat Choice Realty 910-330-5413
211 DARTMOOR TRAIL- 3BR/2BAhome in Shetland Farms on spaciouslot w/ privacy yard & screened porch.13x28 kitchen w/ stainless steelappliances & ceramic flooring. 4 bed-room septic tank in place. $195,900@ 3.5% APR for 360 months =Principal& Interest payment of $879.68/mo.Call (910) 330-4481
2293 CATHERINE LAKE ROAD- Large3BR country home. Over 1250 htd.sq. ft., large living room with vaultedceiling, two bathrooms, kitchen withnumerous birch cabinets, laundryarea, & good size dining room. Homehas a huge back yard, wood deck, &privacy fence. $133,500 @3.5% APRfor 360 months = principal & interestpayment of only $599.47/mo. CallBill Betts 910-330-6098
379 W. FRANCES ST. in Jacksonvillecomes complete with a white picketfence! This 4BR/2.5BA 2-story town-home is minutes from Camp Lejeune’smain gate. This is a BEST BUY at ONLY$117,900! The master bedroom is onthe first floor, the kitchen has upgrad-ed solid cherry wood cabinets, solidsurface counter tops & hardwoodfloors. The exterior has low mainte-nance vinyl siding and the park-likesetting in the back yard is perfect forfamily gatherings. $117,900 @ 3.5%APR for 360 months = principal &inter-est payment of only $525.28/mo. Call(910) 358.0358
OCMC
BIOTEST
New ConstructionI
New ConstructionIReal Estate for Rent Habcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Real Estate for Rent Habcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Real Estate for Rent Habcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Real Estate for Rent Habcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
Real Estate for Sale
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzB
Real Estate for Sale B
1639 Lejeune BLvd | 910-355-7066
“Where Everybody Sends their Friends!”
www.OCMC.biz
Onslow County Motor Company
OCMC
Please help us help those copingwith rare, chronic, genetic diseases.
New donors can receive $30 todayand $70 this week!
Ask about our Specialty Programs!
Must be 18 years or older,have valid I.D. along withproof of SS# and local residency.
Walk-ins Welcome.
Wireless Internet Available.
New donors: Bring in this adfor a $10 bonus on your seconddonation
Biotest Plasma Center233-C Western Blvd.
Jacksonville, NC 28546
910-353-4888
www.biotestplasma.com
Giving Healthy FuturesPlasma Donors Needed Now
BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT ONLINE
AT: BIOTESTPLASMA.COM
BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT ONLINE
AT: BIOTESTPLASMA.COM
Look For Our Insert InThis Week’s Paper!
507 Bell Fork RoadJacksonville, NC 28540Phone: 910-455-9595
2015 Lejeune Blvd.Jacksonville, NC 28546Phone: 910-353-5522
TWO LOCATIONS IN JACKSONVILLE TO BETTER SERVE YOU!
VACATION RENTALSREAL ESTATE BUILDERS
www.bluewaterglobe.com866-935-4129
Hubert2 BR
$695 Month----------------------------
Swansboro2 BR
$850 Month----------------------------
Beaufort3 BR
$900 Month----------------------------
Emerald Isle3 BR
$900 Month----------------------------
Jacksonville3 BR
$950 Month----------------------------
Cape Carteret3 BR
$975 Month----------------------------
Stella3 BR
$975 Month
Offering furnished andunfurnished Condos, Duplexes,
and Houses throughout Carteret andOnslow County. Pet Friendly
properties available.
HUBERTMOBILE HOMES
FOR RENT!NEW 16'x80'
w/Central Heat & AirChoose From
3 Bedroom 2 Bath2 Bedroom 2 Bath2 Bedroom 1 BathMinutes from the
back gate & the beach!ROYAL VALLEYMOBILE HOME PARK221 Riggs Road, Hubert910.353.9327
7501 Emerald DriveEmerald Isle, NC 28594866-616-3347Live At The Beach!
8813 Krystal Court Villas, Emerald Isle3BR, 2 ½ BA - $900 per month
303 Cape Fear Loop, Emerald Isle4 BR, 3 BA - $1,300 per month
138 Fawn Drive West, Emerald Isle3BR, 2 BA - $950 per month
116 Periwinkle Drive East, Emerald Isle3 BR, 2BA - $1,425 per month
ATTN: OWNERSNeed help renting your property?
Give us a call to find out aboutour annual rental program!
Available Now!
www.EIHousing.com
Lots, Parcels &Land for sell P
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C. auGusT 30, 2012 9C
4007 GRANDEUR AVENUE-Affordable 2-story energy efficient townhome. All kitchen appliances. Two large bedrooms each w/ full bath. Screened back porch. Sold new in 2010 for $118K. Discounted for a Quick Sale to only $104,900. $0 down for qualified buyers. 3.5% APR for 360 months = Principal & Interest payment of only $471.05/mo. Qualified buyer can move in and rent until closing. Call (910) 330-4481
504 CLYDE DRIVE- Great 4BR/2BA inthe Northwoods Subdivision. New roof,new vinyl, new windows, new exteriorand interior doors. All hardwoodthrough out the house has been refin-ished. HVAC and appliances replacedin 2003. Close to bases, shopping andschools. $124,900 @ 3.5% for 360months = Principal & Interest paymentof only $560.86 per month. Call (910)265-6901
AFFORDABLE TOWNHOUSES- New construction, 2 bedrooms, near beach and base in Sneads Ferry. Reduced to $107,500. Call Realty World-Ennett & Associates 910-327-3600.
FOR SALE 1.45 ACRES w/ 28x80 doublewide. $80K. For details call 910-548-3653.
LAKE FRONT 2 BR 1BA, large front porch, yard, 2 car port and boat slab. $80,000. Golf cart $4000. Pics avail (910) 382-8245 (910) 381-0698.
DVD PLAYER FOR CAR OR HOME. Has 2 screens. AC/DC. Remote control, headphones, and carrying case. $100 OBRO Call 910-353-5735
SHARP CAMCORDER 8mm VHS. Like new, with carrying case and tripod. $150. Call 910-353-5735
BROASTER CHICKEN & RIBS Now seeking food servers, waitress and other food service professionals. Must be a team player. Great pay. PLEASE CALL (910) 577-5200 or email [email protected].
REAL ESTATE AGENTS Wanted for large real estate firm in Jacksonville,NC. Our market is outstanding and our agents are very successful. Will
train and assist with education. Please send resumes or inquiries to [email protected] or fax 910-577-3368.
WENDY’S- Now seeking experienced food service professionals to join our team! WE ARE HIRING for ALL LEVELS of MANAGEMENT in the Jacksonville area. We offer 401K with matching provision, paid vacations, competitive pay, ongoing training, and room for growth. Wendy?s was again chosen as a top pick in the Zagat survey. Be part of our success today! Please fax your resumes to Mike Cino at 910-938-3610. You can also email Mike at [email protected].
NEW 5PC. F/Q CHERRY bed set $399. Mattress sets $95. Sofa/love combos $499. Can deliver. Call 376-0798
2 PITTSBURGH STEELERS TICKETS - Any home game, 40 yd line upper level on aisle. $300 per pair per game. Call (910) 526-2793.
HOLLY RIDGE CUSTOM BUILT HOMEw/ many special features. 3bd/3ba,2700 sq ft, 3/4 acre. One of a kind forever home. 910-650-6935 (275,000)
PANTHERS VS. SAINTS TRIP15-16 September. Includes
transportation, hotel, drinks & ticket. $225 per person. Call 347-0003.
ROLEX YACHT MASTER WATCH$8000 (910) 389 5186
SWANSBORO MOBILE HOME LOT- For rent. 2 miles from Hammocks Beach State Park, private lot, yard care month-to-month, water access. For a 2BR/2BA home, 3 years old or newer, $250. Bobby 910-326-3099
AKC GREAT DANE PUPPIESBig blocky heads, great bone structure. Mother is 150lbs, Father is 185lbs. Taking deposits now & puppies will be ready Sept 9-15. $700. 252-617-9067
BLACK FEMALE DOBERMAN, AKC Registered, Show quality with show cropped ears, 3 yrs. old. Has had a couple of litters & is a great mom. $1500 (910)743-0871
BLUE FEMALE DOBERMAN, 4 yrs. old, AKC registered, housetrained,good with kids, not a jumper,well-mannered and easy going. $1000 (910)743-0871
HORSES FOR SALE Black TWH gelding (7 y.o, 16 hands), Buckskin TWH mare (5 y.o., 15.3 hands), Grey Mustang (6 y.o., 15 Hands). Call for prices. (910)743-0871
LANDMARK MILITARY NEWSPA-PERS makes every effort to protect our readers from fraud and abuse. When purchasing a pet, you should always carefully inspect the facility where the animal was raised. If you have concerns regarding a specific ad in The Globe, feel free to contact us. As always, we encourage our readers to consider the many pets available for adoption at local shelters. Some of these pets are featured weekly on page D2 of The Globe.
LHASA OPSO puppies includes all shots and health record 150 each 6023848895
PRETTY PARAKEETS two blue one light blue and one green. Can go separately for 10.00 or can come with a cage. One is hand trained,others are not. 910 238-3151
WANTED 100 gallon propane tank. Call Bill 910-581-9660
24” RIMS Black & Chrome $800 (negotiable) Call 910 381-5339 or 910 455-9920
LADDER RACK $500 OBO. Will fit van or truck. Call 347-0003.
MINI COOPER S - Front and rear bumper, interior door guards. $100 OBO. Call 910-353-5735
2010 NISSAN ALTIMA Still under warranty! $16,000. Call 353-5735
2000 27 FT TRAVEL TRAILER, a/c,stove, microwave, frig, gas/elec,doublebed, sofa-bed, table-bed,$6000ALSO: 1981 25FT BOAT, 225 outbd motor, cuddy cabin w/a, 10pas.,trailer $4500, ph# (910)358-0788(d) 455-7607(n)
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.
Auto Miscellaneousv
Automobiles p
Boats & Recreationo
Electronics J
Employment
Employment
Furniture F
Miscellaneous s
Miscellaneous s
Pets & SuppliesabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJHHMNHHHHHHHHHHHH
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
P
Pets & SuppliesabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJHHMNHHHHHHHHHHHH
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
PReal Estate for Sale
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJHHMNHHHHHHHHHHHH
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
B WantedabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJHHMNHHHHHHHHHHHH
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzabcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
L
Get your 2nd month FREE after your 1st month
8x40 feet of storage up to 2 cars & other personal items
$70.00 per month910-326-4578
HUBERT
STORAGE
Traders is a free service provided by the Public Affairs Office and submitted by active duty and retired military personnel and their dependents, and civilian personnel aboard Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River. Ads must be resubmitted each week and reach the Public Affairs Office by noon Thursday for the following week’s publication. Ads should be submitted on a Trader form, located below and at the Public Affairs Office. Ads are reserved for the exchange or sale of personal goods only. Ads for personal services or businesses may not be printed. The public Affairs Office reserves the right to withhold ads that may be deemed inappropriate for any reason. Official phone numbers CANNOT be listed. Limit is three ads per week. If the Public
Affairs Office receives more ads than space permits, certain ads may not be published until the following week.• Individual forms must be filled out for each “Category” of items (automobiles, pets, etc.) and written legibly. • No more than 25 words per form.• Trader ad submissions cannot be accepted by phone, guard mail, or fax, as these means are reserved for official business only.
Submit your ad by dropping it off at the Public Affairs Office, mailing it to the address listed, or visiting www.camplejeuneglobe.com or www.newriverrotovue.com
Category: Ad: (25 words per form- write legibly)
I certify that I have read and understand the above information. I certify that I am not involved in any commercial enterprise and if requesting advertisement for rent or sale of a house or trailer, it is available without regard to race, creed, or religion.Signature: Rank: Organization: Home Address: Home Phone: Work Phone:
Mail to:Commanding General (Attn: Public Affairs Office)Marine Corps Base PSC Box 2004Camp Lejeune, NC 28542-004
Drop off form:Public Affairs Office Bldg. 67
Virginia Dare Rd. (Mainside) MCBCamp Lejeune, NC
Classified Ad Form
Trader Form
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.10C auGusT 30, 2012
Vintage cottage on the White Oak River’s tidal basin asit flows into the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway! Enjoyspectacular water views and relax on the deck to watch
dolphins & sea birds. This charming 3 bedroom/2bath homehas a fireplace, pantry, walk-in closet and a private boat dock.
156 Goodwill Lane ● Swansboro, NC ● $350,000
7501 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC 28594Sales 877.592.4072 * Rentals 866.689.6256
[email protected] * www.EmeraldIsleRealty.com
Mary rawls realtyLet us help you sell or buy your home!
910.326.5980www.mrawls.com
1117 Hammock Beach Road • Swansboro, NC 28584Conveniently located between Cherry Point andCamp Lejeune in the Friendly City by the Sea.
C21 CedaR PoiNt Blvd.CedaR PoiNt villaS
Great views with new windows and doors.Hurricane shutters that open and close frominside the home. Fully furnished with a
sleeper sofa and 4 chairs. Dining room set, 2bar stools, washer and dryer. All appliances
and very well maintained.$179,000 condo only
$254,000 with boat slip #38
CALL US TODAY! 2 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU!Jacksonville 910.353.5100 / Surf City 910.328.6732
UI-Utilities included, No smoking inside of Homes
UnitedBeachVacations.com
SEA COASTpRopeRTIes
Address BR BA Pets Avail. Price/MoSneads Ferry / Topsail / North Topsail Beach125 Lawndale 3 2 Neg. Now $1150107 Tillet Lane 3 2.5 Neg. Now $995304 Woody Way 3 2 No 9/1 $1200114 Calinda Cay 2 2.5 Neg. 10/1 $1200 UITopsail Reef #159- Furnished 1 1 No Neg. $850 UI202 Bayview Dr. 2 2 Neg. Now $1100148 Lawndale 3 2 Neg. Neg. $1200Holly Ridge / Surf City / Hampstead / Wilmington105 Kisskadee Ct. 4 2.5 Neg. 9/15 $1450108-B Egret Landing Ct 3 2.5 Neg. 10/1 $125011 S Oak- Furnished 3 2 Neg. 9/21 $1350732 Azalea Dr. #407 2 2 No Now $900Jacksonville / Hubert / Swansboro1019 Massey 3 2 Neg. Now $975360 Bracken 2 1.5 Neg. 9/3 $800307 Bracken 2 1.5 Neg. 9/3 $825221-114 Riggs Rd. (Hubert) 3 2 Neg. Now $650105 Magnolia Gardens 3 2 Neg. Now $800404 Hedgerow 3 2 Neg. Now $1000304 E Aspen 3 2 Neg. Now $1000201 Brent Creek 3 2 Neg. Now $1050100 Meadowbrook 3 3 Neg. 8/31 $875105 Tiffany Place 3 2 Yes Now $1000286 Riggs (Hubert) 3 2 No Now $950201 Natalie 3 2 Yes Now $1300301 Sterling 3 1 Neg. Now $825Richlands1880 Haw Branch 3 2.5 Neg. Now $1100145 Live Oak 3 2 Neg. Now $925108-21 Pete Jones Rd. 2 2.5 Neg. Now $725Furnished Winter Rentals on Topsail IslandAlice’s Wonderland-N. Topsail Beach 3 2 Yes $1350/UIBeach Wood-Surf City 3 3 Yes $1300/UICampbell-Surf City 4 3.5 Yes $1400Escape-N. Topsail Beach 2 2 No $1150/UIHadeed-N. Topsail Beach 3 2 Yes $1100Marra-St. Regis-N. Topsail Beach 1 2 No $1050/UI
pending
pending
1/2 off 1st mo
$200 off 1st mo1/2 off 1st mo
1/2 off 1st mo
1/2 off 1st mo
Walking distance to mall,movies, restaurants, college
& country club
Amenities included* Landscaped Natural Setting * Washer and DryerHook-ups in Individual Units * Private Porches onEach Residence * Central Heat and Air Conditioning(Heat Pumps) * Ample Parking Facilities * Wall to WallCarpeting and Sheet Vinyl Flooring * Swimming Pool,Exercise Room, Tennis Court, Laundromat * Dishwasher
and Frost Free Refrigerator
Ashley Park
(910) 353-75152100 Country Club rd.
950 Square Feet!Month
ly
Special!
$650
Tired of Paying PeT dePosiTs?
Buy Today!
Call 577-1000 for more detailsChoice Realty
2013-A Lejeune Blvd.www.choicehomz.com
TO SELLYOUR HOME!4.9%4.9%
ON A $175,000 SALES PRICE WITH OUR 4.9% BROKER FEE(INSTEAD OF A HIGHER 6% BROKER FEE)CALL FOR DETAILS!!!
$1,925$1,925
Only
YOU WILLSAVE...
Scan to search listings from your mobile device
The nation’s#1 VA lenderis now local.
Take advantageof your hardearned benefit!
No Money Down
Competitive Rates
No Private MortgageInsurance
Start working with the experts today!
Veterans United Home Loans is a VA-approved lender and is not affiliated with any government agency. NMLS 1907.
JacksonvilleVU.com
(910) 353-3010
102 Elizabeth Street, Suite B Jacksonville, NC 28540
CALL JODY DAVISTODAY!
(910) 265-0771SOLDBYSAMNJODY.com
BRAND NEW& MOVE-IN READY
$231,0004 BR/2.5 BA ~ SIDE LOAD GARAGE ~ 2358ft2
Marketed with permission of listing company, Neighborhood Homes & Realty Inc.
~ Private Gated Community 8 minutes to Camp Lejeune~ 1/2 Acre Lot with Privacy Fenced Back Yard
~ Kitchen Has Center Isle And Huge Walk-in Pantry~ 20'x 15' Master Suite With LARGE
His And Her Walk-in Closets~ Many More Upgrades Within
~ $3,000 Toward Buyer Closing Cost Assistance Offered~ Buyer Possession Before Closing Negotiable
(some restrictions apply)
NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES INCLUDE~ Club House ~ Pool
~ Fitness Trail with Interval Exercise Stations~ Children's Playground ~ Large Athletic Field
OPEN HOUSE • Sunday, August 19th • 1-4pm
150 Aberdeen Lane$99,900 @ 4% for 30 yrs = $476.94 per month, 0 down, P&I
This home sells itself! Like new Stainmaster carpet, like new vinyl flooring & gorgeouslike new wood-laminate flooring throughout. A country delight nestled on a solid acreof land. This home has THREE wood decks! The laundry room is HUGE and right offof the kitchen! Master bathroom is also HUGE with a beautiful Garden Tub and Dual
Vanity/Dual Sinks. All the bedrooms have walk-in closets. MLS# 132833
Directions: Hwy 25/258 towards Richlands. Left on Hwy 53. Go 2miles down, take left onHawsRunRoad, right on Scott Jenkins Road, left onAberdeen Lane. Home is on the right.
Jonathan Strader 910.340.4480 [email protected]
PRiCe ReDuCeD
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C. auGusT 30, 2012 11C
You Auto BuY Now!
799-4210
2011 Dodge Ram$24,990$24,990$24,990
D&E 799-4210D&ED&EPRE-OWNED 799-4210
2008 Ford Escape$14,900$14,900$14,900
D&E 799-4210D&ED&EPRE-OWNED 799-4210
2008 Honda Accord$18,995$18,995$18,995
D&E 799-4210D&ED&EPRE-OWNED 799-4210
2006 Kia Sorento$12,900$12,900$12,900
D&E 799-4210D&ED&EPRE-OWNED 799-4210
2008 Mazda CX-7$18,995$18,995$18,995
D&E 799-4210D&ED&EPRE-OWNED
2008 Acura RDX 2006 Buick Rendezvous 2011 Hyundai Genesis 2008 Saturn Vue XR 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee$24,000 $11,975 $27,575 $17,625 $26,950
2009 Acura TL 2008 Chrysler 300 LX 2006 Lexus IS 350 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2011 GMC Sierra 1500$27,000 $15,975 $22,550 $17,950 $33,975
877-542-2424
877-542-2424
877-542-2424
877-542-2424
877-542-2424
2011 Buick Regal 1965 Chevy Corvette 2006 Lexus GS300 2009 Mercedez-Benz 2008 Pontiac G-8$22,999 $55,000 $22,516 $25,777 $19,980
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2012 Ford Focus SEL 2010 Subaru Forester 2012 VW Pasat 2011 Mazda 3
347-3777 347-3777 347-3777 347-3777 347-3777$23,500 $18,775 $20,925 $28,925 $22,625
2012 Buick LaCrosse 2007 Cadillac SRX V6 2010 Chevy Camaro 2012 Dodge Challenger 2009 Honda CR-V
347-3777 347-3777 347-3777 347-3777 347-3777$28,468 $18,450 $30,855 $25,325 $22,266
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.12c auGusT 30, 2012
www.superstorecars.com
2324 North Marine Blvd.,Jacksonville 910-346-5075
NATIONALSuperstoreAUTOMOTIVE
PRICESSTARTING AT
$3995
CREDITBUILDERS!
COME SEE HOW EASY IT IS TO GET YOUR CREDIT PROBLEMS REPAIRED!
SLOW CREDIT? NO CREDIT?DIVORCE? BANKRUPTCY?
WE’VE APPROVED THEM ALL!YOU CAN OWN A PRE-OWNED CAR NO MATTER WHAT OTHERS HAVE SAID!
CARS, TRUCKS, VANS AND SUV’S!EVERYTHINg IS AVAILABLE TO YOU
THROUgH THIS SPECIAL LOANPROgRAM!
SAVE TIME AND GET
PRE-APPROVED!
FAX TO:
(910) 347-4087Attn. Mr. Rhodes
Or go to our website www.superstorecars.com
to fill out the credit application.
ABSOLUTELYZERO...
ZIP...NOTHINg
DOWNTEAM CREDIT LINELOAN BY PHONE:
877-346-5075
Name: _______________Address: _____________City: ________________State: ______Zip:______How long have you livedat this address:________Phone: ______________Type of vehicleinterested in: _________Date of Birth: _________SSN#: _______________Annual Income: _______Employer: ____________Length of employment:____________________Spouse name: ________Date: _______________Signature:____________________
CarolinaLivingLivingNew beginnings
aren’t just for students| 3D
Back to schoolPicnic blends communities, new activities | 7D
WWW.CAMPLEJEUNEGLOBE.COM
D | THE GLOBE THURSDAY AUGUST 30, 2012
LANCE CPL. JACKELINE M. PEREZ RIVERA Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
The ladies in the cosmetics department of the Marine Corps Exchange are not there only to present the latest wares in the world of glitz and glamour to the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune patrons.
They are teachers in the craft of beauty, witnesses to the lives in the military commu-nity and friends to all who drop by.
With powders of neutral and brightly colored hues,or with glossy or deep-matte shades of lipstick as their tools they can turn somebody’s day around, or give them the confidence to try something new.
“We have spouses who come in while their husband is deployed,” said Debi Vincent, the business manager of a cosmetics shop aboard the base. “Sometimes they are looking to look nice for their husbands; other times they feel down, and I can make them feel better.”
Vincent said she feels impacting self esteem in positive ways is the most important part of her job.
Photos by Lance Cpl. Jackeline M. Perez Rivera(Top) Colette “CoCo” Klotz applies makeup to a brush in preparation to demonstrate a technique before discussing makeup methods with Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Christian, an administration instructor with Marine Corps Service Support Schools, at the Marine Corps Exchange aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 17. (Right) Susan King has makeup applied to her face by Debi Vincent, a makeup artist and the business manager of a cosmetics shop aboard MCB Camp Lejeune Aug. 17. King came to the cosmetics department for a new look to wear to her son’s wedding.
It’s hard to be a military spouse, taking care of children while your spouse is in harm’s way. We are here for support. We are a family. We
laugh together, we cry together.Colette “CoCo” Klotz , Marine Corps Exchange
makeup artist
-
n
eierdokl
emof
ir edk
m f
Marine Corps Exchange offers more than products
SEE LOOKS 4D
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 2D AUGUST 30, 2012
Now playing at Camp Lejeune
“ICE AGE 4: CONTINENTAL DRIFT” (PG)
“Ice Age 4: Continen-tal Drift” is a 3-D com-puter animated feature and the continuation of the popular family franchise.
The gang embarks upon another adventure after their continent is set adrift.
Using an iceberg as a ship, they encounter sea creatures and battle pirates as they explore a new world.
Returning are Ray Romano as Manny the wooly mammoth, Denis Leary as Diego the saber-toothed tiger, and John Leguizamo as Sid the sloth.
The trio embarks upon their greatest adventure yet.
Separated from the rest of the herd, they use an iceberg to launch an epic seafaring quest.
Peter Dinklage (“Game of Thrones”) voices Captain Gutt, the villainous pirate, who battles it out with the trio on the high seas.
Also back again are Sean William Scott as Crash, Queen Latifah as Ellie, Wanda Sykes as grandmother of Sid, Joy Behar as Sid’s mother, and Chris Wedge as Scrat, the franchise mas-cot, who is still chasing after that elusive nut.
Joining the gang is Jennifer Lopez, who voices Shira, a sensual she-cat and the love
interest for Diego. Steve Martino and
Mike Thurmeier directed this fourth installment in the Ice Age franchise; with music provided by John Powell.
“Ice Age: Continental Drift” is an animated comedy adventure to be enjoyed by the entire family, however the fran-chise is slowly fizzling out.
NOW PLAYING IN Jacksonville
“THE EXPENDABLES 2” (PG-13)
“The Expendables 2” is an ensemble action film and the follow up of the 2010 “The Expendables.”
The Expendables are a group of aging merce-naries who are ready to begin another dangerous assignment.
Bruce Willis (“Die Hard” series) stars as Mr. Church, who again brings together the Ex-pendables, the world’s “baddest” retirees for a seemingly simple job and easy payday.
However, when one of their own is murdered on the job, their quest for revenge puts them deep in enemy territory and up against an unexpected threat.
Returning is Sylvester Stallone (“Rambo”) as Barney Ross, the mer-cenary leader, who has reunited his old crew for another mission that include: Dolph Lundgren (“Universal Soldier”) as sniper Gunnar Jensen, Terry Crews (“Termina-tor Salvation”) as Hale
Caesar, a heavy-weapons expert, Randy Couture (“Redbelt”) as Toll Road, a demoli-tions man and Jason Statham (“Transport-er”) as Lee Christmas.
Liam Hemsworth (“Hunger Games,” “The Last Song”) co-stars as Billy the Kid, an ex-sniper who joins the grizzled mer-cenary crew.
Joining the macho team for the first time is Mag-gie, a butt-kicking female and code breaker, played by Chinese actress Yu Nan.
Also appearing is Arnold Schwarzenegger (“The Terminator”) as
Trench, Chuck Norris (“Missing Action”) as Booker, the “lone wolf,” Jet Li (“The Forbidden Kingdom”) as Yin Yang.
Charisma Carpenter is also on board as Lacy, Christmas’ girlfriend.
Jean-Claude Van Damme (“Universal Soldier”) portrays Jean Vilain, a nasty merce-nary who battles the vengeful crew after bru-tally murdering one of their own.
Director Simon West (“The Mechanic,” “Con Air,” “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider”) has assembled all the former action heroes and movie icons for a thrilling sequel with
more action, explosions, gunfights and more humor.
“The Expendables 2” brings back all the idol-ized old-school heroes from the past for another round of old-fashioned, hard-charging testoster-one entertainment.
Ms. Huneycutt is the public affairs assistant at the base Public Affairs Office.
The Onslow County Animal Shelter is open Monday through Thursday from noon to 7 p.m., Friday from noon to 3 p.m.,
Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m.
To see more photographs of pets available for adoption visit www.petharbor.com.
To adopt a pet visit the Onslow County Animal Shelter at 244 Georgetown Road, Jacksonville, N.C., or call 455-0182.
Look at me, I’m Sandra D, or Sandy for short. I am a female, white and tan Jack Russell Terrier mix. The shelter staff think I am one year old. My eyes have searched the world for you.
Pet ID# A060276
I’m looking to break out on a new adventure. Want to come? I am a female, brown tigerstripe, domestic shorthair. The shelter staff think I am three years old. Let’s prowl and hunt for tons of fun.
Pet ID# A058563
Photos by Sarah Anderson
For information on concerts, festivals, special events, and classes up and down the Carolina coast, check
out What’s happenin’ Carolina each week. To add your event e-mail [email protected]. Space is
limited to availability.
ROMAN CATHOLICMain Protestant Chapel (Bldg. 16)Weekend Mass: Saturday 5 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. & 12 p.m.Weekday Masses: Monday through Thursday 11:45 a.m.
Exposition of the Blessed SacramentFirst Friday of every month: 11:45 a.m.Benediction at 6 p.m.Holy Day Masses: As announced, 11:45 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.Confession: Saturday 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.Or by appointment, by calling 451-3210
EASTERN ORTHODOXSt. Nicholas Chapel, Camp JohnsonDivine Liturgy: Sunday 10 a.m. Holy Days: As announced, 6 p.m. For more information, call 450-0991.
LATTER DAY SAINTSCamp Geiger Chapel Worship Service: Sunday 5 :30 p.m.For more information, call 381-5318.
2T7:1 LIVE (Youth Group) Meets in Bldg. 67 (Second Deck in Class-room 2) Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m.
PROTESTANTMain Protestant Chapel (Bldg. 16) Worship Service: Sunday 10 a.m.Children’s Church and Youth Service provided
Midway Park Chapel Contemporary Praise & WorshipWorship Service: Sunday 10:45 a.m.Youth Group, Children’s Church and Nursery provided
Tarawa Terrace Chapel Main TT Chapel (Bldg. TT-2469)Worship Service: Sunday 10:30 a.m.
Camp Geiger Chapel Main Camp Geiger Chapel (Bldg. TC 601) Worship Service: Sunday 5 p.m.
Camp Johnson ChapelMain Camp Johnson Chapel (Bldg. M-101) Worship Service: Sunday 8:30 a.m.
JEWISHThe Jewish Chapel (Bldg. 67)Sabbath Service: Friday 7 p.m.Jewish School: Sunday 10 a.m.
For information about other faith provi-sions (Muslim, Buddhist, etc) call 451-3210.
MARINE CORPS BASE CHAPEL SCHEDULE SaveSave--AA--PetPet
Adopt a new friend today, save a life...Adopt a new friend today, save a life...
Pooch paradeSept. 1, 8:30 a.m.The USO of North Carolina Jacksonville Center and A Dog’s Dream will host an event combining dog lovers and military supporters to raise money to benefi t the USO of N.C. programs and services. The one-mile Pooch Parade starts from the Jacksonville center located at 9 Tallman Street and ends at the Baseball Field on LP Willingham and Kent Street in downtown Jacksonville. Additional contests and games, including an agility course and best look-a-like, will be held for $5 each or $20 for all. Participants may register before the event at the Jacksonville Center or online at www.uso-nc.org/our-events/jacksonville-center-events. All sizes of pooches are welcome to attend. Registration is $10 per dog, one pooch per parent. Pets must be leashed at all times. Due to heat concerns, pet costumes are not permitted. Copies of rabies vaccination will be required at registration. For more information call 455-3411.
Evening of BroadwaySept. 14 through 16Set the stage, bring up the lights and lift the curtain. The USO of North Carolina Jacksonville Center will present a St. Charles production full of Broadway hits, complete with singing, dancing and sets Sept. 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m. and a 2 p.m. matinee Sept. 16. The show includes favorites from classic musicals like Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Thoroughly Modern Millie and songs from the current hit show “Smash.” Proceeds will benefi t the USO. Tickets are $15. For more information call 455-3411.
Cooking classSept. 15, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Fall in love with veggies during the seasonal cooking class with Chef Terry at Midway Park Community Center aboard the MCB Camp Lejeune housing area. The autumn-themed class will focus on how to enjoy and prepare the fall harvest. The class is open to all authorized Department of Defense identifi cation cardholders 16 years or older. Patrons ages 10 to 16 are welcomed with a parent or guardian. For more information, please call 451-1807 or visit www.mccslejeune.com/mpcc.
Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band concertSept. 16, 2 to 7 p.m.Mark your calendars for the return of one of MCB Camp Lejeune’s favorite performers. Back by popular demand, Gary Sinise and the “Lt. Dan Band” will welcome home service members who were deployed during his last appearance with a special concert at W.P.T. Hill Field aboard base. Coolers, blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Outside alcohol and glass is prohibited. Food and beverage concessions will also be available for purchase. Pets are not allowed; service animals only. For more information call 910-451-0642 or visit www.mccslejeune.com/ltdanband.
‘Ice Age’ gang drifts into chilly new adventureFrom the
FrontFrontRowRow
With Reinhild Moldenhauer Huneycutt
FRIDAY“Madea’s Witness
Protection,” PG-13, 6:30 p.m.;“Batman: Dark Knight Rises,”
PG-13, 9:15 p.m. SATURDAY
“Ice Age: Continental Drift,” PG, 3:30 p.m.;
“People Like Us,” PG-13, 6:30 p.m.;
“Seeking a Friend for the End of the World,” R, 9:15 p.m.
SUNDAY“Ice Age: Continental Drift,” PG, 3:30 p.m.;
“Batman: Dark Knight Rises,” PG-13, 7 p.m.
TUESDAY“Amazing Spiderman,”
PG-13, 7:30 p.m.
CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS UNTIL
FALL 2012
*Movies are subject to change without notice.3 2
Don’t accept defeat.
Fight deadly childhood diseases.
800-822-6344www.stjude.org
A CFC Participant – provided as a public service.
FRIDAY“Ice Age: Continental
Drift,” PG, 7 p.m.;“Batman: Dark Knight
Rises,” PG-13, 9:30 p.m. SATURDAY
“Ice Age: Continental Drift,” PG, 7 p.m.;
“Batman: Dark Knight Rises,” PG-13, 9:30 p.m.
SUNDAY“Batman: Dark Knight Rises,” PG-13, 3 p.m.;
“Ice Age: Continental Drift,” PG, 6 p.m.
MONDAY“Ice Age: Continental
Drift,” PG, 7 p.m.
For movie times, call449-9344.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 3D
The annual Richlands Farmer’s Day is scheduled for Saturday, September 8th at the Richlands Primary School located adja-cent to Highways 24 and 258. A more than 40 year tradition, Farmer’s Day was created to commemorate the community’s agricul-tural heritage. Although there are fewer small family farms today, visitors to the area need only drive through the community, whose name famously reflects its strong ties to the soil, to see a variety of crops from the tradi-tional like corn and colton to a recent revival of sorghum. “We like to remind people that when you say the name of the town it should almost be like you are saying two words Rich - Lands, “ says Amy Rhodes, the Richlands Friends of Farmer’s Chairperson. “Farm-ing and our connection to the land is still so much about our community identity and we invite everyone to come out and help us cel-ebrate that.”
Activities will run throughout the day be-ginning with a parade at 9 am. Following the parade, opening ceremonies will take place on the festival grounds. Throughout the day musical entertainment from blue-grass to gospel to southern rock will be featured on the main stage. A variety of crafts, public in-format ion, and community booths, as well as a food court will be featured in the center of the festival celebration. A historic hayride will offer free tours through the town’s historic district. There will also be inflatables, jump-ers, and bounce houses, children‘s games, pony rides, and a petting zoo. Children ages 4-6 may also compete for lil’ Miss and Mr. Farmer. Participants dress up in their best farmer or farmeress style and join judges for a fun conversation about everything from their favorite summer activity to how many
pets they have. Preregistration is requested for the Lil’ Miss and Mr. Farmer competition.
In addition to the usual festival activities, there are several special elements that dis-tinguish Farmer’s Day apart from other fall festivals including the traditional competi-tions held during the event. Sack races, wa-termelon eating competition, frying pan toss, and egg toss are some of the event favor-ites. Farmer’ s Day is also home to a regional antique and vintage tractor and farm vehicle show. “Everyone looks forward to the Parade of Power,” says Rhodes, “The tractors and vintage farm trucks (many more than 75-50 years old) drive around the festival grounds for everyone to enjoy.”
To learn more about the Farmer’ s Day Festival, contact 910-324-7492 or visit the website at friendsoffarmers.org.Amy Rhodes is the Chair of Richlands Friends of Farmers.
annual richlands farmers day
Celebrating our community’s agricultural heritage
PAID ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTORIAL BY AMY RHODES
Live Remote from
the festival
RichlandsFarmer’s Day
“It’s a Richlands Thang”
Saturday September 8thOn the grounds of Richlands Primary School
Parade 9:00 a.m. (Lineup 8:00 a.m. at RHS)
Opening Ceremony 10:00 a.m.Rain Date: Sat Sept. 15th
Craft & Food VendorsGames (for all ages)Live Entertainment
Antique Tractor DisplayHistoric Hayrides through town
Pony Rides & Petting ZooStone Ground Grits
Photo Opportunities
For more info call 910-324-7492www.friendsoffarmers.org
Lifelong learners unite
LT. YOUNG IL HAN Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune
There is a saying, “If you want a friend, be a friend to someone.” In the military we are forced by necessity to make friends quickly, but have you ever wondered why you have certain friends and not others?
The Christian author C.S. Lewis once wrote, “In friendship, we think we have chosen our peers. In reality a few years’ dif-ference in the dates of our births, a few more miles between certain houses, the choice of one univer-sity instead of another … the accident of a topic be-ing raised or not raised at a first meeting – any of these
chances might have kept us apart.”
Many factors go into the process of forming friendships. Geography, personality and serendip-ity are just some of the things that come into play. However, Lewis continued, “... For a Christian, there are, strictly speaking, no chances. A secret master of ceremonies has been
at work.” It is an awesome truth.
God brings people – spe-cific people – into our lives through various means and paths unknown to us.
My wife is my best friend. We first met on a blind date set up by a couple whom I met at an airport in New York when I went to pick up my parents returning from an
overseas trip. Yes, my parents could
have and actually insisted on taking a taxi home. But that day I drove out to pick them up and ended up meeting the couple who would introduce me to my future wife. Was it luck or coincidence? I think not. I believe it was the secret MC at work behind the scenes.
Who will God bring into your life today?
Perhaps he will intro-duce your future spouse, a new commanding officer, a new CrossFit partner or a new shopping buddy.
Remember to give thanks to the MC who is always working in you and around you. He’s the one who calls his servants friends.
Chaplain’s Chaplain’s CornerCorner
God works secretly behind scenes on your behalf
Camp Lejeune Dependant SchoolsSchool Board Elections
Denise GobenI have two elementary aged children in 3rd and 1st grade. I’m a parent volunteer and served on CDC Parent Advi-sory Board overseas. My Masters is in Human Resources, Training and Development. I’m currently a Military Tran-sition Facilitator, was civil service for 17 years and possess a wide variety of educational experiences.Jennifer JohnsonI have a degree in Management with a Leadership con-centration and many years of professional experience in the human services and advocacy fields. I believe in open communication by listening and following up on all concerns and suggestions to seek the most productive solutions. Virginia JuarezI’m seeking election because I truly believe in our schools and goals for every child. I want to do everything I can to see Camp Lejeune school children succeed. Having my own child in school and the education classes I took in college helped qualify me for this position.Marc MassieAs a chaplain, I am very familiar with listening to concerns and advocating for others. With a bachelors of science in education and hours toward a doctorate in education leadership, I am very familiar with the topic. These skills would make me a good advocate for parents of Lejeune students. Amanda RobertsAs an experienced CLDS board member and a mother of three, I feel I can bring continuity to the board. Our children are the future, therefore I feel empowered to advocate for our community to help make CLDS excel in providing our children with a top notch education.Erin WennbergI would love the opportunity to be involved in the school system to help provide the best for our children. I am a mother of two, a current college student and have experi-ence in an office as well as some student-teaching experi-ence. Thank you for your consideration.
Votes will be taken at any of the seven CLDS offi ces Sept. 6, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Candidates were asked what qualifi es and motivates them to serve on the CLDS Board.
I love learning.No amount of time spent
in the classroom, however, prepared me for the most challenging teacher we all share – life.
Shouts of joy were heard across the nation from parents this week as they returned their children into the trusted hands of the education system.
If you were ever in doubt of whether or not stay-at-home mothers really work, try filling three months with activities to entertain, edu-cate, and, at times, simply distract miniature versions of yourself without going insane. I tip my hat to you all.
I can’t fully empathize with parents, but I do remember full-well the
excitement and anticipa-tion felt by students as they prepare for another school year. Rarely did I receive a good night’s sleep before the big day as I wondered if my teachers would be nice, who my classmates would be, or if I had all the materials I needed.
Armed with freshly sharpened pencils, brand new notebooks and a Trap-per Keeper covered in Lisa Frank stickers, I’d enter my classroom with a semi-faux confidence and scope out who I anticipated to be my biggest competition intellectually.
Yes, I was that kid. No, I am not ashamed.
I haven’t had a legiti-mate reason to buy school supplies since graduating more years ago than I care to remember, but life offered plenty of lessons long after my diploma started gather-ing dust.
I’ve learned bad things do happen to good people.
Most of the time what you’re looking for is right in front of you. People deserve a second chance but not a third. You can’t stay on your parents’ insurance forever.
But I digress. Instead, I’d like to note
how life, along with its tough love, also gives us an opportunity to become life-long learners. We don’t need books, planners or new pens to capture the education personal experiences allow.
The start of the school year is a fantastic reminder of the new beginnings each of us can embrace, whether we’re counting down the days until graduation or we find ourselves in the middle of a deployment schedule.
Granted, starting fresh in the grown-up world presents more challenges than learn-ing how to write in cursive, but it can be done.
Many times starting over requires letting go. Toxic relationships, wrong mind-sets and even offense will
inevitably hold you back from progressing forward in life. Change requires a conscious decision, and the difficulty level ranges from novice to ninja.
However, if life has taught me anything, it’s more often than not change is not only necessary but helpful.
Parents, as you send your kiddos off to another day of class, remember you’re a student too. You might not be figuring out the reason why teachers start incorporating the alphabet into math, but I guarantee learning to balance life while your significant other is an ocean away is just as demanding.
Be strong. Be coura-geous. It’s a new beginning. You can do it.
I want to hear from you. Follow me on Twitter @GlobeAmy or send me an e-mail at amy.binkley@pilotonline.
tpygb
Oh my wordwith Amy Binkley
Assistant managing editor
No amount of time spent in the classroom, however, prepared me for the most challenging teacher we all share – life.
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. 4D AUGUST 30, 2012
Military Discount $12 Tickets are available at Camp Lejeune, ITT and All Points Travel located at Main Exchange Mall Complex. Tel: 910-451-3535.
“I like making people feel good about themselves,” said Vincent. “I can have a teenager come in who is afraid to look up but by the time I’m through with her she’s ready to go to school.”
The make-up artists use skills gar-nered through their own experiences with makeup and their know-how in the world of art.
Vincent was an interior designer before entering the world of cosmet-ics, and she met her colleague Colette “CoCo” Klotz in a flower arrangement class.
“Whether you’re painting a face or painting a house, color is color,” said Vincent.
The makeup artists guide their pa-trons through whatever look they want, teaching techniques and tricks of the trade while they’re at it, whether it’s an understated look for work, a vivacious look for after-five, or how to transition between the two.
Susan King, a patron of the cosmet-ics department, came to learn new tech-niques to use for her son’s wedding.
“I came here before, and Debi does such a wonderful job,” said King. “She doesn’t apply makeup so heavily that I’m uncomfortable with it.”
King tried a bold color for the first time during her recent visit. A bright turquoise lined the rim of her lower eye-lid, a color she matched to the dress she wanted to wear for his reception.
It was a change from her usual muted look.
Another aspect of the visits King ap-preciates is the makeup artists’ honesty.
“Instead of pushing me to new products they show me how to use the products I already have,” said King.
But to the makeup artists it’s not about the bottles and powders lining their shelves. They are there to share in the community’s lives.
Klotz spent more than a decade in the makeup business. She sees women come in to prepare for their weddings and later have children. She sees those children grow into teenagers.
After 29 years as a military spouse, and as the mother of a sailor, she has a
lot of experiences to help her relate to her clientele.
“It’s hard to be a military spouse, taking care of children while your spouse is in harm’s way,” said Klotz, who speaks with a French accent pep-pered with her adopted home’s southern twang. “I’ve been there, done that. I feel like I can help people and touch their lives. We are here for support. We are a family. We laugh together, we cry together.”
However, they are not just there for military spouses. They also cater to service members.
Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Christian, an administration instructor at Marine Corps Service Support Schools, visited the cosmetics department to explore new techniques and learn the latest in makeup trends.
She visited before in her uniform and was there to try a more effervescent look to use when in civilian attire.
“I’ve always loved makeup,” said Christian. “You can emphasize different aspects of your face. Makeup can make
you look entirely different.” While in uniform she wears muted
makeup and suggests her Marines do the same.
“You can still be beautiful (in uni-form),” said Christian. “You can still be a lady. You just have to keep it neutral and within regulations.”
With endless possibilities available outside of work King suggested being open-minded.
“Try the opposite of what you normally do,” said Christian. “If you typically wear something neutral try something bold.”
Makeup is an adventure, Klotz added. “It’s a lot of fun. “If you don’t like it, we can always wash it off and try something else. It’s free and painless.”
Makeup artists are available from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays, and Mondays and from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at the main exchange.
For more information call 451-5030 extension 1051.
LOOKS FROM 1D
Photo by Lance Cpl. Jackeline M. Perez Rivera
The latest shades of lipstick, eyeshadow and blush sit on display for interested shoppers at the Marine Corps Exchange aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune Aug. 17. Patrons are allowed to have their makeup applied by the professional artists in the cosmetics departments.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C. auGusT 30, 2012 5D
& RestaurantCOUNTRY STORE
Mike’s Farm welcomes you toits Family-Style Dinner
1600 Haw Branch Rd. • Beulaville, NC(910) 324-3422 • 1-888-820-FARMCheck our website for hours: www.mikesfarm.com
All youCAn EAt!
Ms. Mike’s FamousMac & CheeseHomemade DessertsHot & Cold Beverages
Country Ham BiscuitsFresh Fried ChickenTender Pork Loin & GravyAssorted Veggies
PAID ADVERTISEMENT
Mike’s farM offers fun faMily atMosphereAdvertoriAlby StAciA SydoriAk
For those who spenttheir childhoodgrowing up in farmcountry, the image ofhome might conjure
up dusty, windy roads, a largeyardof greengrass, andaheartyhome-cooked meal. Even cityslickers won’t deny there is acertain tranquility that goesalong with country living.Unfortunately, many active-duty families aren’t able tomake the trip to their childhoodhome as often as they mightlike. Fortunately for active-duty Marines stationed aboardCamp Lejeune, there is a placenearby that feels like home.Mike’s Farm was established inBack Swamp, N.C. in the mid-1980s. Mike’s father, JessLLoweserved in the Marine Corps onCamp Lejeune. He met a localgirl, Lucille Bryan and at theclose ofWorldWar II, theyweremarried and decided to settle inLucille’s home community ofBack Swamp, N.C.Mike had spent 17 yearsworking at Dupont and hiswifeTheresahadbeenworkingat theEllisAirport when they decidedto take a risk, quit their jobs, andreturn to the roots of the familyfarmMike grew up on.According to Mike, when yougrowupon a farm, “you alwayshave that in you.”Where his father once
grew tobacco, Mike began togrow Christmas trees. Theydiversified the farm, openingup a gift shop that has sinceexpanded into a full bakeryfilledwith sweets and 28 flavorsof tasty fudge.The restaurant naturally
evolvedfromtheon-sitebakery,giving visitors a taste of downhome cooking practically intheirownbackyard. Restaurantguests are treated to a fare offried chicken, pork loin andgravy, homemade mashedpotatoes, green beans, corn, andessert, and of course, who canforget their most talked aboutside,macaroni and cheese. Themeal is served family style, sowhen you pass a bowl to yourloved one you truly feel right athome.The restaurant now boasts aseparate banquet room, filledwith the Southern plantationcharm. The banquet room canbe reserved for any specialoccasion or party, and hasbeen booked all summer forweddings. Some couples evenopt to do an outdoor weddingon the property, followed by areception in the banquet room.“A wedding here canbe relatively simple andinexpensive. We do cakes andprovidefingerfoodanddinner,”says Theresa. The banquetroom’s maximum capacity is100 people.In 1992, Mike’s Farm beganto host school programs for thelocal children. The educationalprograms vary seasonally, butthey always include a hayridearound the farm accompaniedby a brief on the local Carolinahistory. Students are takenback in time to the early 1900s,where they can see a simulatedone room school house, an oldfashioned gas station, and amilland water wheel. The kids willalso be greeted by GrannyMae,a local resident from the 1900s.
In October, the classes enjoy atrip to the pumpkin patch andan apple cider demonstrationand sample. December, offersthe class a trip to the Christmastree farm to learn about how thetrees are planted and grown.At Mike’s farm, their busyseason is fast approaching.During the autumn season inOctober, hayrides and pumpkinpicking will begin. Once thecolored leaves have fallen, theChristmas activities are in fullswing. The lighted hayride isthemostpopular event atMike’sFarm. Thehayride followsaoneand a quarter mile path aroundthe property, and features lightsandmusic.“When we do the Christmaslights show there are momentsin it that are very patriotic, andpeople really appreciate that,”saysMike.The farm staff puts their heartand soul into the light show,and their efforts shine throughin the quality of the displays.The lighted hayrides run fromNov. 24 to Dec. 23 every nightbeginning at 6 p.m.In December, the Restaurantwill be open to the publicThursday and Friday from 4p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturdayfrom 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundaythrough Wednesday night theRestaurant will be available forparties of 8 or more.In addition to the lightedhayride, Mike’s Farm willoffer guests a chance to meetSanta and Mrs. Claus in theirbarn, and they also offer theopportunity for guests to have“Supper with Santa,” in thebanquet room Thursday nights
in December. On Decemberweekends, Christmas dinnershows will be held Fridays andSaturdays at 6:30 p.m. with anadditional matinee Saturdayat 3 p.m. Dinner guests will beentertained by Gaylon Popeand Sweetwater. TheChristmasDinner shows reserve folks adining and hayride spot, andMike’s Farm is already takingreservations for this popularevent.Whether you are taking yourkids to pet the farm animals,pick a pumpkin, or catch dinnerand a hayride, you can’t gowrong withMike’s Farm.As the weather cools down,the popularity of Mike’s Farmwill heat up. As the numberof visitors increase, it becomeseven more apparent how muchof a role the visitors play in thesuccess of Mike’s Farm.“Manyofour ideascomefromour customers,” says Mike.Mike and Theresa couldn’tbe more thrilled that familieschoose to spend their time atthe farm.Many times people rememberpicking pumpkins or Christmastrees as children and now theybring their children. Militarycouples want to come here andeat before they leave town andafter they come back. Formany,it has become a family tradition,and it reminds themofhome,nomatter where they are from. It’sa great honor to us,” saysMike.No matter the time of year,Mike’s Farm brings out thefamily cheer. Check ourwebsite for hours and eventsat mikesfarm.com or call 1-888-820-FARM or 910-324-3422.
For those who spent theirchildhood in farm country, theimage of home might conjureup dusty, windy roads, a largeyard of green grass and a heartyhome-cooked meal. Even cityslickers won’t deny there is acertain tranquility that goes alongwith country living.
Unfortunately, many active-duty families aren’t able to makethe trip to their childhood homeas often as they might like. For-tunately for active-duty Marinesstationed aboard Camp Lejeune,there is a place nearby that feelslike home. Mike’s Farm was es-tablished in Back Swamp, NCin the mid-1980s. Mike’s father,Jess L. Lowe served in the Ma-rine Corps on Camp Lejeune.He met a local girl, Lucille Bryan,and at the close of World War II,they were married and decidedto settle in Lucille’s home com-munity of Back Swamp, NC.
Mike had spent 17 yearsworking at Dupont and his wifeTheresa had been working at theEllis Airport when they decidedto take a risk, quit their jobs, andreturn to the roots of the familyfarm Mike grew up on.
Where his father once grewtobacco, Mike began to growChristmas trees. They diversifiedthe farm, opening up a gift shopthat has since expanded into afull bakery filled with sweets and28 flavors of tasty fudge.
The restaurant naturallyevolved from the on-site bak-ery, giving visitors a taste ofdown home cooking practicallyin their own backyard. Restau-rant guests are treated to a fareof fried chicken, pork loin andgravy, homemade mashed po-tatoes, green beans, corn, des-sert and macaroni and cheese.The meal is served family style,so when you pass a bowl to yourloved one, you truly feel right athome.
The restaurant now boastsa separate banquet room, filledwith the Southern plantationcharm. The banquet room canbe reserved for any special oc-casion or party, and has beenbooked all summer for wed-dings. Some couples opt to do
an outdoor wedding on the prop-erty, followed by a reception inthe banquet room.
“A wedding here can be rela-tively simple and inexpensive.We do cakes and provide fingerfood and dinner,” Theresa said.
In 1992, Mike’s Farm beganto host school programs for thelocal children. The educationalprograms vary seasonally, butthey always include a hayridearound the farm accompanied bya brief on the local history. Stu-dents are taken back in time tothe early 1900s, where they cansee a simulated one room schoolhouse, an old fashioned gas sta-tion and a mill and water wheel.The kids will also be greeted byGranny May, a local resident.In October, the classes enjoy atrip to the pumpkin patch and anapple cider demonstration andsample. December offers theclass a trip to the Christmas treefarm to learn about how the treesare grown.
At Mike’s farm, the busyseason is fast approaching. InOctober, hayrides and pump-kin picking will begin. Once thecolored leaves have fallen, theChristmas activities are in fullswing. The lighted hayride is themost popular event at Mike’sFarm. The hayride follows a oneand a quarter mile path aroundthe property, and features lightsand music. October also has fallactivities such as displays, con-cessions and haydrides to thepumpkin patch on Saturdays.Tuesday through Friday thereare also hayrides to the pumpkinpatch.
“When we do the Christmaslights show there are momentsin it that are very patriotic, andpeople really appreciate that,”said Mike.
The farm staff puts their heartand soul into the light show, andtheir efforts shine through in thequality of the displays. The Fes-tival of Lights is from November22 through December 23, begin-ning each evening at 6pm.
In December, the Restaurantwill be open to the public Thurs-day and Friday from 4pm to 9pmand Saturday from 2pm to 9pm.
Sunday through Wendesdaynight the Restaurant will be willbe booking for private Christmasparties of 8 or more.
In addition to the lighted hay-ride, Mike’s Farmwill offer guestsa chance tomeet Santa andMrs.Claus in their barn onFridaysandSaturdays. Supper With Santais on Wednesday nights only inDecember. On December week-ends, Christmas dinner showswill be held Thursdays, Fridaysand Saturdays at 6:30pm withan additional matinee Saturdayat 3pm. Dinner guests will beentertained by Gaylon Pope andSweetwater. The Christmas Din-ner shows reserve folks a diningand hayride spot, and Mike’sFarm is already taking reserva-tions for this popular event.
Whether you are taking yourkids to visit the farm animals, picka pumpkin, or catch dinner and ahayride, you can’t go wrong withMike’s Farm.
As the weather cools down,the popularity of Mike’s Farm willheat up. As the number of visi-tors increase, it becomes evenmore apparent how much of arole the visitors play in the suc-cess of Mike’s Farm.
“Many of our ideas come fromour customers,” said Mike.
Mike and Theresa couldn’t bemore thrilled that families chooseto spend their time at the farm.
Many times people remem-ber picking pumpkins or Christ-mas trees as children and nowthey bring their children. Militarycouples want to come here andeat before they leave town andafter they come back. For many,it has become a family tradition,and it reminds them of home, nomatter where they are from. It’s agreat honor to us,” says Mike.
No matter the time of year,Mike’s farm brings out the fam-ily cheer. For more informationabout the farm, visit mikesfarm.com or call 1-888-820-FARM or910-324-3422.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.6D auGusT 30, 2012
Pick up a copy ofMilitary HomesMagazine—a monthlyreal estate guide toCoastal Carolina—brought to you byLandmark MilitaryMedia.1122 Henderson Dr,Jacksonville, NC 28540
www.camplejeuneglobe.com
Searching For aNew Home?
THE GLOBE, CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. AUGUST 30, 2012 7D
Courtesy photoA community family takes their turn in the drum circle at the Community Blend Picnic at Tarawa Terrace Community Center aboard the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune housing area Aug. 25.
Communities combine for unique experiences
Photos by Amy Binkley(Top) Jamie Poletti jumps through hoops while her fellow performer Jena Honeyman (below) does her routine one-handed at the Community Blend Picnic at Tarawa Terrace Community Center aboard the MCB Camp Lejeune housing area Aug. 25.
AMY BINKLEYAssistant managing editor
Community is at the heart of humanity.
Author John Donne wrote, “No man is an island, entire of itself. Every man is a piece of the conti-nent, a part of the main.”
Life, with all its joys, uncertain-ties and surprises, was never meant to be done alone. Its purpose is to be shared.
Residents of Tarawa Terrace and Midway Park converged for a community blend picnic at the Tarawa Terrace Community Center aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune housing area Aug. 25.
“We wanted to put together an event to celebrate the end of summer and bring together the two communities,” said Lorraine Fuller, recreational specialist at TTCC. “We wanted to offer pa-trons an opportunity to mingle and get to know each other.”
As Greg Whitt, the facilitator for Drum for Change, set out his percussion instruments, it was clear to the neighbors this event wouldn’t be the typical get-togeth-er. Hand drums surrounded the perimeter of the dance floor, and Whitt invited members of the audi-ence to pick a place and pound out their own rhythm.
“The community brings all the talent to the music,” Whitt noted. “We do a process-driven program to help develop skills and talents. The audience becomes part of the band.”
Whitt explained to the guests how drumming was used for centu-ries in nearly all cultures for ritual,
healing and celebration. He also pointed out the connection made between people who participate in the musical endeavors together.
“What’s neat is it not only helps encourage group participation but individual creative expression,” he said. “You’re learning to do your own thing within the constraints of the group.”
While some people, espe-cially the children, let loose and drummed to their own beat im-mediately, others seemed more apprehensive.
“Most people haven’t done something like this before,” ob-served Whitt. “Everyone starts on equal ground. Several people were intimidated at first, but they really felt the support from the group. Many of them said it was nice to know someone had their back.”
Whitt’s assistant, Annelies Gen-tile, simply described what made the rhythmic drumming experience so special.
“A person, no matter age or ability, can find their voice,” she said.
The drum circle wasn’t the only surprise the community had coming.
Jamie Poletti and Jena Hon-eyman, members of the group Strength and Elegance, impressed the young residents with their hula hoop and acrobatic routine. They spun and twisted the hoops in stun-ning tricks, at times using only one or no hands.
When they invited the crowd to grab their own hula hoop and try their hand at it, smiles stretched across the faces of every child and even some parents.
Nate Brown rounded out the entertainment with his perfor-mance on the steel drums which he explained to the audience used to be regular oil drums before being hammered into an instrument.
Victoria Braggiotti-Brown, rec-reational specialist at Midway Park Community Center, watched as residents bonded through activities they may never have participated in before and noted the importance of community members coming together for events.
“For me, community means a group of people with a common bond,” she described. “For our communities here in the Camp Lejeune area, it is the military life. No matter what your age or rank, we have all felt the same at some point, whether it be a deployment, moving and starting over, the ups and downs of a new marriage, or raising a family.”
She added events like the picnic provides family experiences to give everyone a chance to grow closer, and recreational learning oppor-tunities that could lead to a new hobby.
“The best part is there’s sure to be at least one person in the crowd, no matter how young or old, you can connect with,” Braggiotti-Brown said. “In a lifestyle that moves you every few years, and friends come and go in cycles, it is our job to provide opportunities for our communities to get out, have a good time and build relationships, even some that will last a lifetime.”
For more information on com-munity events call 450-1686 or 451-5529.
Photo by Amy BinkleyResidents of MCB Camp Lejeune applaud the talented performers at the Community Blend Picnic at Tarawa Terrace Community Center Aug. 25.
Photo by Amy BinkleyNate Brown hammers out a dance beat during his steel drum performance at the Community Blend Picnic at Tarawa Terrace Community Center aboard the MCB Camp Lejeune housing area Aug. 25.
The Globe, Camp lejeune, n.C.8d auGusT 30, 2012
