The dog days of summer have just begun! A big part of my life is music and this month hosts theCMA music fest in Nashville. Check out this three day event if you love music (p.s. its more than just country)!Have you ever pondered why music speaks to you? William covers this topic in his article on page 24. Summertime is usually on repeat on my MP3 player this time of year. What do you have planned for the alltoo quick summer break? This month, and all year long, MWR wants you to play safe! Whether taking a breakfrom the outdoors, staying hydrated or being hyper aware of those we share the road with, you can never puta price on safety. Participate in a few activities on Fort Campbell we have highlighted in this issue and pick upthe Summer Activities Brochure for camps, travel destinations and local activities to fill your days. On June 21,Passport to Safety will be hosted by the Installation Safety Office. Check out the article for additional information. I know my favorite part of summer is biting into a juicy ripe tomato, straight off the vine! CynDe touches on why gardening is so good for your Family and Char carries it over in her column. Jessica points out a few clean eating tips and why it is important to our health. Did you know we have an abundance of Farmers Markets within driving distance? Make sure you talk to the farmer to ensure the itemsyou purchase are actually organic. Whatever you choose to do this summer, have fun and stay safe!Editor

Tara Goodson

ContributorsEden BarnettAlyssa BlakemoreNikki BoyerCynDe ClackWilliam D. Corlew, IIICharlene FrasherSusanne HansenBridgett PickeringJessica RyanLisa Taylor

PublisherCreative ink

Creative DirectorSears Hallett

AdvertisingJenny Roecker931-627-4969 mwrmag@gmail.com

PhotographyPaula HallettTara GoodsonDeborah YoungTennessee Department of Tourismistock.comCEFutcher pg 4dja65 pg 12Fribble pg 12paule858 pg 14phototropic pg 4pixefit pg 12Big StockBrebca coverKent Weakley pg 6Onebuckl pg 4Studiolone pg 3

Disclaimers:Fort Campbells MWR Life Magazine is amonthly magazine produced by the FortCampbell MWR Marketing Departmentunder the authority of AR 215-1. Facilities andactivities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsorsand/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government. The information in this issue is current at thetime of publication; activities and events aresubject to change.

MWR Marketing is located at 5663 ScreamingEagle Blvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Formore information, call 270-798-7535 or log onto www.fortcampbellmwr.com.24 hr. event line - 270-798-3172 www.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

Inside this issue3 Summer Fun at Fort Campbell

Local activities and events to keep the summer blues at bay.

4 Summer SafetySafety awareness for all of us.

6 Country Music TakeoverThis years CMA Fest is certain to entertain.

6 June Gardens and Water FunWeeding and watering with your Family can be fun!

7 The Army MWR Master CardFind out more about what is available to you.

10 Organic and Clean EatingLocal stores abound with organic choices.

12 Predeployment PurchasesSeveral of our Soldiers are gearing up again, and this article will help narrow down the choices on what to take overseas.

14 Its in the Air!Frisbee and golf? Give it a toss at the Oak Grove War Memorial Parks course.

18 Blooming Appreciation Did you miss out on Chef Jon Ashtons show during Spouse Appreciation Week? You can still make these delicious treats!

20 Healthy Habits by CharFreshness at local Farmers Markets.

21 The Face of the Military Spouse: Self-BusinessEver wondered if you can be successful as a home based business consultant? These three Spouses show us how its done!

24 In the MoodHow does the type of music you like affect your learning style?

25 Hometown HeroSPC Boomer shows us how successful you can be, even after a break.

29 Happy Birthday Army!237 years? You look so young.

Tara Goodson, Editormwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

Summer Safety & Fun

2

Fort Campbell offers so much for your Family to do during the summer months - youllnever want to leave post. Listed below are just afew of the many activities available for you andyour Family.

Fort Campbell AquaticsFort Campbell swimming pools offer a great

way to beat the heat! Get ready for a splashinggood time as the pools offer open swim, poolparties, swimming lessons and a variety of otheractivities to keep you cool over the summer.Scheduled pool opening dates are as follows: Dolan Pool will be open for recreational swimming on the following schedule:o June, 7 days a week from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.o July, closed on Tuesdayso August, last operational day will be August 12

Single Pool will be open for recreational swimming on the following schedule:o June, 7 days a week from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m.o July, closed on Saturday and Sundayo August, last operational day will be August 10

Baldanado Pool will be closed for renovations. Open date subject to completion of renovations.

Gardner Indoor Pool will be open for recreational swimming daily from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m.

All dates and operational hours are subject tochange. For more information on Fort CampbellAquatics, please call (270) 798-6310.

Hooper Bowling CenterHooper Bowling Center is proud to partici-

pate in the Kids Bowl Free program for 2012. Registered kids receive 2 FREE games of bowlingevery day between May 15 and August 15! Ages5 to 17 may participate in this program. The onlycharge will be for bowling shoe rental: kids willbe $1 per pair and adults will be $1.75 per pair.Parents will sign up on line at www.kidsbowlfree.com, and then every Sundaynight parents can print coupons to use during theweek. Available times to bowl will be listed onwww.fortcampbellmwr.com/dining/Hooper-Bowling/index.html. Call (270) 798-5887 for moreinformation.

MWR Youth SportsYouth Sports and Fitness offers a wide range

of recreational and developmental activities foryouth in grades K 12. Eligible youth are Familymembers of active duty, retired military, National Guard/Reserve, and Civilian employeesat Fort Campbell.Registration Dates:Tackle Football for 3rd through 8th grade is July9 to August 3; the cost is $65.Cheerleading for K through 8th grade is July 9 toAugust 3; the cost is $40.Fall Soccer for Pre-K through 8th grade is July 9to August 3; the cost is $40.Running Club for 3rd through 12th grades is July9 to August 3; the cost is $50.Call (270) 798-3168 for more information.

Summer Reading ClubReading is So Delicious Summer Reading

Club at R.F. Sink Library is for the entire Family.Whats cooking this summer? Six weeks of fun,thats what - starting on June 10 and runningthrough July 19. Reading rewards will be basedon hours, not books, with check-in times between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. June 18-21,July 2-5 and July 16-18. Teens check in time is thesame as the children. There will be hourly prizesfor reading and for every hour over six hours,tickets will be issued for special prize drawings.

There is no limit to how many hours you can read!Weekly themes will be: Mind Your Manners, ThePerfect Picnic, Eat Your Veggies, Once Upon aDelicious Time, Apples & Oranges & Grapes, OhMy!, and Whats for Dessert? with a challengingbrain puzzle each week.

The Reading Rocks Book Club will meet onTuesdays, June 12, 19, 26 and July 3, 10 and 17at 1 p.m. during Summer Reading to discussThe Great Redwall Feast by Brian Jacques.Older kids will explore the luscious surprises andmystery in this great book.

On June 12, 19 and 26 at 2:30 p.m. there willbe Fancy Nancy events and on July 3, 10 and 17at 2:30 p.m. there will be Horrible Harry Shindigs.Both classes are limited to 30 participants. Registration is required starting June 1 at the circulation desk. Ronald McDonald will be at theGrand Finale on July 19! The fun starts at 11 a.m.

This program is sponsored by: USAA, FortCampbell Federal Credit Union, Mathews Nissan/Garland Nissan and University of Phoenix.For additional information on the Summer Reading Program, please contact R. F. Sink Library at (270) 798-5729.

Please download a complete Youth SummerBrochure to see information about EDGE,HIRED, SKIESUnlimited, Teen Club 24/7, Outdoor Recreation, Eagles Summer Program,School Age Services (SAS) Summer Camps,Armed Services YMCA Summer Camps, SummerMeal Program, DODEA Schools, CampbellCrossing Community Activities, Club Beyond,Fast & Fun Get-A-Ways with Leisure Travel Services, and off post information for the surrounding area.www.fortcampbellmwr.com/homepage/docs/2012SummerYouth.

3

Spotlight on MWRby CynDe Clack

Summer Fun at Fort Campbell

www.fortcampbellmwr.com 4

As summer time approaches and temperatures rise, the urge to experience outdooractivities and travel is never more prevalent. Summer can be a great time of year. As children getout of school, Families will naturally want to get outand have some fun. Unfortunately, the summermonths are a time of increased off-duty accidentsand fatalities. For us, this is the perfect opportunityto holistically raise and reinforce safety messagesacross the installation to keep you healthy and enjoying the summer months.

In support of National Safety Awarenessinitiatives, the Installation Safety Office and Community Health Promotion Officer will be holding a host of safety and fun events all monthlong. These events began with a Motorcycle SafetyDay in May and continue with a three week long celebration concluding in a 4 hour main event onJune 21.

The prevention of motorcycle accidentsand the development of good driving skills with safe habits are critical in improving readiness and can even develop Esprit De Corps. Leadership and Soldier education is the key in the developmentof safe motorcycle driving habits along with leader development through mentorship and personal discipline.

The main event on June 21, entitled Passport to Safety, and the three weeks leading upto it, will incorporate the Division, Garrison, medical organizations, local community and stateresources. These events will provide and reintroducethe Fort Campbell Community to installation andcommunity wide resources that address

Safety Awareness, Healthy Directions and Active Living concepts.

Each week carries a theme that emphasizes various safety and health related topics and events. The Fort Campbell Courier, theFort Campbell and ISO Facebook pages and othermedia venues will feature articles, safety bulletinsand other safety and health information. Duringweek one, Campbell Crossings will host a Meetand Greet in the Housing Community Centers incollaboration with the Department of EmergencyServices for Soldiers and Family members to meettheir Community Watch Commanders and Fire Mar-shalls. Week two will feature Basic Health screeningsprovided by BACH and hosted by the Exchange tobe conducted in the Exchange atrium. The last weekwill involve CampbellCrossing hosting variousfitness demos and onemile fitness walks withinthe Housing Communi-ties sponsored by Family and Morale, Welfare and RecreationSports and Fitnessbranch.

The Passportto Safety main event willbe comprised of partner organizations from Fort Campbell, the localcommunity, KentuckysLand between the Lakesand Meharry Medical

College Child Safety Center in Nashville and Vanderbilt Life Flight promoting safety and healthwith displays and demonstrations. Partner organizations will provide information consisting ofa wide variety of activities. Some of the biggest willbe the Child Seat Safety Inspections and seat distri-butions, a Bike Rodeo, Smokey the Bear, BoatingSafety, Camping Safety, Smoke House, Special Reaction Team and Fire Safety just to name a few.

The Installation Safety Office and Community Health Promotion encourages Soldiers, Family and community members to come out andenjoy the fun and activities which will begin at 10 a.m. and last until 2 p.m. Along with an abundance of safety and health awareness information, there will be other fun activities for all

ages such as a Rock Wall and Slipand Slide inflatable, music, snacksand refreshments.

To find out more about thevarious Safety and Health Awareness Month events and happenings, check the MWR calendar, Fort Campbell and SafetyOffice Facebook pages, The Fort Campbell Courier and yourlocal Exchange.

As you enjoy the summer season, please remember to stayvigilant and take an active role inkeeping yourself and your Familymembers safe.

Spotlight on Safety

by Susanne Hansen

www.fortcampbellmwr.com

This and That

Families in Motion

by Nikki BoyerCountry Music TakeoverIts that time of year again when

thousands of fans come together to share a common interest; that commonality is countrymusic. The 2012 Country Music Association (CMA)Music Festival in Nashville kicks off on June 7 andwill run through June 10. The week begins with highschool bands and new and upcoming artists parading through the streets of Music City as thefirst set of performers leadthe Block Party on River-front Stage. This year, over400 artists will occupy sevendifferent stages downtown.

While artistssuch as Jason Aldean, Carrie Underwood, DierksBentley, Lady Antebellumand many more will providea weekend of music, theywill also provide a full spectrum of fun and entertainment. On Saturday,the hottest stars will entertain fans with a comedicgame of Celebrity Softball; tickets for this event canbe found online and a portion of the ticket sales willbenefit City of Hope Cancer research. While wespend much time discussing what famous musicians

we may see at Fan Fair, the purpose of the eventproposes a larger vision.

To date, 6.1 million dollars have beendonated to the music education programs in thesurrounding Nashville schools. Keep the MusicPlaying benefits 78,000 public schools in the Middle Tennessee area. The country stars of theCMA Music Festival donate their time and efforts to

this cause and by doing so,the CMA Foundation isable to donate half of the proceeds to the charity.Tickets range from $50 perday, but the best deal is ona four day pass. You willhave full access to allstages to include LP Fieldand Riverfront Stage; youwill also have a chance tobe up close and personal

with your favorite stars. The four day pass gives VIPaccess to the Festival Hall of autographs where fanshave the opportunity to have photos taken andaquire treasured signatures. The full weekend passwill also provide early admittance and stage frontaccess to Fan Photo Lines at both stages and

shuttle service between venues. These magic ticketsstart at only $125 per person. Considering ticketsfor only one of these popular artists on a regular tour can range from $75 to $300, a pass that will get you over 400 hours of music is well worth themoney spent.

Last year, over 65,000 people per daytoured through the Nashville area in order to seeand hear some of their favorite and upcomingartists. Country fans from Boston, Indiana, and othernorthern states join together with Tennessee andGeorgia in Nashvilles bars, restaurants and hotels.Come join the fun, and mix and mingle with fellowcountry music fans!

Did you get your garden started? If youhavent gotten started yet, here are a couple of easyto grow selections with a short growing season andyour kids will love to harvest them. Sunflowers willsprout in one week, become a small seedling in twoweeks and should be two feet tall in a month.Cherry tomatoes can be planted in containers andare a very fun crop for kids. Plant them in full sunand use seedlings rather than planting from seed.

Gardening and yard care are uniqueforms of exercise that allow you to do somethingcalming, creative and fun while you work variousmuscle groups. As with other forms of exercise,youll need to start with some basic stretches so thatyour muscles are ready to go.

Weeding is the least enjoyed chore inthe garden but it has to be done. Weeds rob yourplants of nutrients, crowd the roots, and often encourage pests. Just think of it as replacing a tripto the gym. Daily weeding is the most effective sothat the weeds are small and have not had a chanceto root too deeply. Once you have shown your children how to hand weed they can take responsi-

bility for their garden. While they handweed, you can use some small handheld toolslike trowels, forked weeders, and threepronged rakes. These will increase your cardiovascular benefits from gardening.

Watering should be done regularly; dont let your plants dry out andthen over water them to compensate. Whenthe sun is out and the weather is warm, turnyour garden watering into some water fun.Wear shorts or swim suits and be prepared toget wet! Be careful to move away from yourgarden area so you dont soak the plants.

For the best results, try to gardenat least 30 minutes a day. If youre busy anddont garden for 30 minutes at a time, dontworry. Even if you perform a few gardeningand yard care tasks throughout the day, youllstill benefit.

For the next month with thewonderful summer weather of July, weregoing to play in the water a lot!

by CynDe Clack

June Gardens & Water Fun

6

The economy has affected all of us,whether we have curtailed our spending habits orjust paid more attention to how and where wespend our money. To be a smart consumer youshould have a well rounded credit report.MWR and Chase Bank have paid attention as well and have put together acard to help you with the credit portionof your report.

You might have noticed theArmy MWR MasterCard brochures at theregisters within several MWR businesseson Fort Campbell. You may have taken aglance or two at the brochure and thendisregarded it as another credit card offer.Truthfully, it is a credit card offer, but onethat can help you earn rewards and hasseveral other benefits to you as a Soldieror Family member of a Soldier. Chase alsogives back to our community when youuse the card.

The Army MWR MasterCardhas a competitively low interest rate of

9.99% (prime+6.74%), compared to the nationalaverage of 16.3%. It also has the added benefit ofa Military Customer Service unit available 24/7/365.You will earn 2% rewards for purchases made on

post, whether it is at a MWR business, the Ex-change or the Commissary and you also earn 1%on all off post purchases. Plus the biggest benefitof all-the Blue Star Benefit! Any interest paid by the

cardholder during a deployment cyclewill be refunded by Chase post-deployment. Points you earn canbe redeemed for cash back gift cards,merchandise, hotels, airline tickets andmore. There are no foreign transactionfees, or annual fees and you are able toget additional cards for Family mem-bers if needed.

Being smart about yourmoney and spending habits helps you,and the Army MWR MasterCard helpsthe local community. Pick up an application at any of the MWR businesses on Fort Campbell, fill it outand send it in. You can also follow thelink from www.fortcampbellmwr.com.

by Tara GoodsonThe Army MWR MasterCard

Family Finances

10www.fortcampbellmwr.com

Body, Mind & Spirit

Every time I walk by the organic section in the grocery store, I ponder whetherI should consider purchasing organic products. My New Years resolution is to eathealthier and coming from the world of barbeque, Tex Mex and Ramen noodles, thisgoal was more much challenging than I thought. Furthermore, I am a budget conscious shopper. When I compare theprices between the organic and inorganic produce, I cannot help but ask myself whetherorganic products are really worth the price.

What are organic foods exactly? According to the United States Departmentof Agriculture (USDA), organic foods are foodsthat were produced without synthetic fertilizers, sewage sludge, irradiation or genetic engineering. In other words, a product must be grown without any pesticides, insecticides or chemicals. It alsocannot be genetically altered or processedusing irradiation (aka radiation exposure), industrial solvents or food additives. Regulat-ing government bodies such as the USDA inspect and evaluate farms and processors toensure that the USDA guidelines for organicproducts are met. Certified organic foods willhave a USDA Certified label on them. Thisindicates that the product has 95 percent ormore organic content.

Now this sounds like a lot of fancyschmancy talk regarding food. I love junk foodas much as the next person. I am sure that if I read the labels of the food I buy on a regularbasis then I should be disgusted to find outhow many nasty pesticides and chemicals are

in them. However, I step back and questionwhether or not these chemicals and additivesare truly that harmful to my overall health.

To answer my question, I met LTChristina Deehl, Blanchfield Army CommunityHospital (BACH)s Chief of Clinical Nutritionand Registered Dietitian. LT Deehl says thatorganic eating is important for everyone sinceconsuming pesticides, antibiotics and hormones (which are found in animal productslike meat) is detrimental to our health. According to her, children and pregnantwomen are especially vulnerable to chemicalsand pesticides. As they are growing, babiesand children can have developmental delaysor they can have more allergies when thereare additional chemicals in their food, she states.

As scary as this sounds, we can makeeasy lifestyle changes and limit consuming unhealthy foods. The first thing we can do is tochange our diet. LT Deehl recommends thatto add fruits and vegetables into our daily dietary intake. The USDAs Food Pyramidstates that we should have five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Itseems like a lot, but fruits and vegetables arelow in calories and high in fiber thus makingus feel fuller throughout the day.

Secondly, we should be more conscientious shoppers and consider buyingorganic products. This, of course, stems backto my original question: to purchase organicor not? Local grocery stores like the Commissary, Kroger and Publix sell organicproducts and have designated organic

sections. For a larger selection, health foodstores such as Whole Foods Market, TraderJoes and the Turnip Truck are just a short driveaway in Nashville. LT Deehl suggests that weshould read food labels when we shop at thegrocery store. She also stresses that organicdoes not always equal healthy. Products suchas cookies, chips and other junk foods can beorganic, but it does not mean they have fewercalories or are beneficial for your health.

As mentioned above, organic products are typically more expensive thantheir inorganic counterparts. There are otheralternatives if the cost of organic productsdoes not fit within your budget. Farmers Markets and Co-ops are a good source forfresher produce. While the produce might notbe certified organic, homegrown produce isbetter and sometimes cheaper. ClarksvillesDowntown Market, which opened on May 21,has produce stands. Additionally, BACH isstarting an initiative to grow and harvest a garden in Fort Campbell. The garden willgrow the highest quality and freshest herbs,vegetables and fruits. As a result, the producefrom the garden will be used in BACHs diningfacility - Flos Place.

Even though it might cost moremoney, an organic and cleaner diet is worthevery penny. As the summer begins and moreproduce is in season, I know I will ditch thejunk food and opt for some delicious freshfruits and veggies. By watching what we eat,we can make small, yet effective, dietarychanges which will benefit our health.

by Jessica Ryan

12

For many Soldiers, a typical deployment packing list consists of necessarymilitary gear required for a combat environmentand a year away from home. However, moderntechnological conveniences make those nine to twelve months more bearable with the ability to communicate through e-mail orvideo chat, listen to music, watch movies, and somuch more all from the comfort of your containerized housing unit (CHU). Likely you willbe considering a variety of pre-deployment purchases. Following are some ideas for different items to consider, features to look for,and tips to transform you into a savvy consumerin preparation for your new home away from home.

The availability of the Internet in mostcombat zones places the laptop computer asperhaps the number one item of choice on pre-deployment shopping lists. A personal computer serves many purposes for deployedservice members. For the homesick Spouse orparent, laptop computers provide a link to lovedones back home and a means of staying in touchwith friends and Family all over the world. Usedfor anything from daily e-mails to instant chatconversations and Skype dates, very few Soldiers leave for deployment without one. Theuse of a computer also provides both a means ofeducation for the degree seeking student and asource of entertainment for those seeking to escape the every day rigors of a demandingschedule. Whether it be on-line gaming or on-line classes, a personal laptop allows Soldiersa release from combat stress and a way to continue on with further schooling.

While laptops are certainly a high priority, other items of interest include iPods andMP3 players. These little gadgets, valued fortheir small size and storage capabilities makethem a great addition for that long flight fromthe Fort Campbell airfield to the mountains ofAfghanistan. Download your favorite tunes fromhome onto one of these, and you will undoubtedly have hours of sweet release withthe touch of a button. Some iPods also allowusers to view downloaded movies or TV showsto pass the time away.

Avid readers constrainedby space limitations find solace inthin, handheld devices that storelimitless numbers of books, magazines, and other publications.Both Kindles and Nooks are agreat purchase for those wantinga portable library. Leave thoseawkward hardcovers, paperbacks,and library cards at home, and besure to download your favoritereads before heading out of thecountry. Check out Amazon forfree downloads and ask Familymembers to send Amazon orBarnes and Noble gift cards todownload more reading materialduring your deployment.

Spare batteries, portablehard drives, digital cameras, andexternal webcams are just a few additional options considered by many Soldiers headingdownrange.Whatever your packing list includes,dont forget to pick up a voltage regulator if youwant to avoid frying your newly purchased electronics. Check the voltage limits of the location you are heading to ahead of time, as

many US 110 appliances are shorted out whenplugged into a 220 wall outlet. You may alsowish to purchase a power cord to enable the use of multiple electronics at one time. Travel sized surge protectors are also a goodchoice to prevent electrical failure during frequent power surges.

Last, but not least, be sure to do thorough research before making any final purchase decisions. Primary considerationsshould be practicality and cost. While variouselectronics add convenience and enjoyment foreveryday activities, some may not be the most

practical for the environment they will beused in. Consider the reliability of suchitems without the support of a help deskor the ability to readily service or replace damaged electronics. The effects of sandand extreme temperatures can also adversely affect your new equipment, soyou may wish to look at the ratings andwarranties of items you intend to purchase.

Although deployments translateinto extra monthly income, avoid financing if at all possible. Adding another long-term monthly payment into

your budget reduces yourability to pay off debt oradd to savings throughoutthe deployment. Savingcash for your purchase canhelp you avoid interest,fees, and other charges in-volved in many financingoptions. Be sure to dosome cost comparisonswhen considering valueand pricing among a vari-ety of gadgets to get thebest deal, and dont forgetto check the stores returnpolicy and warranty termsin case of malfunction ordissatisfaction. You mayfind the best price in yourtax-free benefit The Exchange!

As always, check with your local ArmyCommunity Service Financial Readiness Office at (270) 798-5518 for consumer-related questions and one-on-one budget counseling.

by Alyssa BlakemoreGadgets to Go Tech World

www.fortcampbellmwr.com

MILITARY KIDSWEEKENDS!June 9-10

& June 23-24All-Day Admission Only $15.99

Plus Tax Per Person!(50% Off Regular Admission)

ALL FRIENDS & FAMILY ARE INVITED!

P R E S E N T S

For tickets or more information, contact Eric McGee at (615) 889-7050 x221

or email emcgee@nashvilleshores.com

Break Time

Prior to writing this article, I honestly askedmyself what on earth is disc golf! While I am familiar with golf and disc throwing, I could notimagine how both sports could be combined intoone. To my surprise, I discovered that disc golf hasbeen around for decades and it is rapidly growingin popularity.

Also known as Frisbee Golf and Basket Frisbee, disc golf follows similar rules as its parentsports. The objective is to land the disc or Frisbeeinto the hole with the least amount of throws. Thehole can be a number of targets, but the most commonly used target is an elevated metal basket.The player usually starts from the landing pad,throws the disc, and then must throw each consecutive shot from where the disc landed last.Eventually, the player can toss or putt the disc intothe basket.

Within the last decade, disc golfs popularity grew significantly. The sports economicand health benefits could be the reason why. Incomparison to traditional golf, disc golf is an inexpensive sport to play. Most disc golf courses,including the 18th Hole course located in War Memorial Park in Oak Grove, Kentucky, are free to

use. Discs are low-cost and can be purchased at mostsporting goods stores. More importantly, disc golf isexcellent for ones physical and mental health. Thesport provides low impact aerobic exercise and playersare at little risk for physical injury. Additionally, playersincrease their concentration skills by learning how toaim the discs in the right direction.

I decided to give disc golf a shot and foundthat the sport was mentally challenging yet relaxing.Even though I struggled with correctly serving the disc(which resulted in hitting a few trees and scaring somebirds), I eventually got the swing of it. The best partwas how relaxed I was throughout the whole experience. I am a terribly unathletic person and canbecome easily frustrated when playing sports. However, being in the calm wooded area allowed meto enjoy the game.

Bring the Family, grab some friends or makeit a date to the disc golf course. War Memorial Park islocated off Exit 86 on Interstate 24 next to Valor HallConference and Event Center. For more information,please call the Oak Grove Tourism Commission at (270) 439-5675 or visitwww.visitoakgroveky.com/index.html.

by Jessica Ryan

Its in the Air!

Child, Youth & School Services1. **24 Hour Care (opening FY-12)2. Bastogne (CDC) (270) 412-44853. Eagle (CDC) (270) 412-3303/33044. Gardner Hills (CDC)5. Part Day Preschool (CDC) (270) 412-67676. Polk (CDC) (270) 412-44717. Tennessee (CDC) (270) 412-44778. Waters #1 (CDC) (270) 439-79939. Waters #2 (CDC) (270) 439-799610. *CYSS Directorate (270) 798-653911. Family Child Care (FCC) (270) 798-495912. *Kids on Site (Estep)11. Parent Central Services (CYSS Central Registration) (270) 798-067414. Billy C. Colwell Center (270) 412-231515. *Gardner Hills (SAS)16. *Airborne (SAS) (270) 461-104717. *Bastogne (SAS) (270) 461-099311. School Liaison (270) 798-987418. SKIESUnlimited Center (270) 412-545519. Teen Club 24/7 (270) 956-103319. Youth Center (Taylor) (270) 798-364319. Youth Sports (270) 798-6355

Community Services20. Army Community Service (ACS) & ACS Director (270) 798-932221. Family Resource Center (FRC) (270) 956-293522. Financial Readiness (270) 798-551820. Lending Closet (270) 798-631323. Soldier & Family Assistance Center (SFAC) (270) 412-600024. Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) (270) 798-027725. Backdoor Boutique (270) 956-156626. Family Center & Co-op Daycare (270) 798-7422

Dining & Entertainment27. 19th Hole (Cole Park) (270) 798-182228. Conference & Catering Center (Joe Swing) (270) 798-217527. Community Activities Center (Cole Park) (270) 798-461029. Dawg Haus (270) 798-076627. Southern Buffet (Cole Park) (270) 798-4610

30. Sportsmans Lodge (931) 431-4140Recreation & Leisure

32. Baldanado Pool (270) 798-520733. Dolan Pool (270) 798-535031. Gardner Indoor Pool (270) 798-631034. Singles Pool (270) 798-424735. The Zone (270) 461-0603 36. BOSS Program (270) 798-785837. Bowling Center (Hooper) (270) 798-588727. Golf Club (Cole Park) (270) 798-490682. Challenge Course (270) 412-785539. Adventure Program (270) 412-785440. Archery Range (270) 798-217541. Dog Park, North (270) 798-217542. Dog Park, South (270) 798-217543. Hunting & Fishing (270) 798-217583. Paintball (270) 956-311838. Parks & Pavilions (270) 798-217545. Riding Stables (270) 798-262946. RV Park (Eagles Rest) (270) 798-217547. RV Park (Flechers Fork) (270) 798-217548. Skeet Range (270) 412-401549. Small Arms Recreational Range (270) 798-300136. Recreation Center (Dale Wayrynen) (270) 798-7391

Sports & Fitness50. Estep Wellness Center (270) 798-4664/4023 51. Fryar Stadium, Sports Admin Office (270) 798-309452. Fratellenico PFF (270) 798-941853. Freedom Fighter PFF (270) 798-735554. Gertsch PFF (270) 798-275355. Lozada PFF (270) 798-430656. Olive PFF (270) 798-410157. Softball Complex, North (270) 798-332058. Softball Complex, South (270) 798-3320

Trades & Services59. Army Education (270) 798-588660. Arts & Crafts Center (Guenette) (270) 798-669361. Auto Service Center (Air Assault Auto) (270) 956-1101/1100

62. Auto Skills (North) (270) 798-561260. Engraving Etc. Specialty Store (270) 798-017163. Equipment Rental (Gear-to-Go) (270) 798-680664. Library (R.F. Sink) (270) 798-572965. Veterinary Services (270) 798-3614

Travel & Lodging66. Army Lodging (Richardson) (931) 431-449667. Army Lodging (Turner) (270) 439-222968. Leisure Travel Services Office (270) 798-7436

Miscellaneous Services69. 101st Airborne Division Headquarters (270) 798-979370. Blanchfield Army Hospital (270) 798-805571. Civilian Personnel Advisory Center (270) 798-716172. Commissary (270) 798-366373. Division Parade Field74. Fisher House (270) 798-833075. Gate 4 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 798-504776. Gate 7 Visitor Center & Vehicle Registration (270) 956-449577. In/Out Processing & MWR Public Relations (270) 798-753578. MWR Director (270) 798-995378. MWR Unit Funds & MWR Collections (270) 798-681880. Museum (Don F. Pratt) (270) 798-3215/498681. Wilson Theater (931) 431-3636

AAFES84. Airfield Mini Mall (270) 640-461485. Community Town Center

Class Six (270) 431-3622Military Clothing Store (270) 798-4212Pizza Hut Delivery (270) 439-1113

68. Exchange (270) 439-184186. Exchange Administration Office (270) 439-184687. Firestone (270) 439-186588. Gardner Hills Mini Mal1 (Burger King/Subway) (270) 697-102089. Kentucky Shoppette (24hr gas) (270) 439-191490. KFC & Taco Bell (270) 439-635391. Troop Mini Mall (gas) (270) 431-2410

Tried and True

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad

INGREDIENTS:1 12 cups quinoa or brown rice (cous cous will work)1 12 cups cooked black beans, rinsed if canned1 12 tablespoons red-wine vinegar1 12 cups cooked corn (cut from about 2 large ears)34 cup finely chopped green or red bell pepper2 pickled jalapeo chilies, seeded and minced (wear rubber gloves)14 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste1 teaspoon salt 1 14 teaspoons ground cumin, or to taste 13 cup olive oil

In a bowl wash quinoa or(brown rice)in at least 5changes cold water, rubbing grains and letting them settle before pouring off mostof water, until water runsclear and drain in a largefine sieve. In a saucepan of saltedboiling water cookquinoa 10 minutes. Drainquinoa in sieve and rinseunder cold water. Set sieve over a saucepan of boiling water (quinoa should nottouch water) and steam quinoa, covered with a kitchen towel and lid, until fluffyand dry, about 10 minutes (check water level in kettle occasionally, adding waterif necessary). While quinoa is cooking, in a small bowl toss beans with vinegar and salt andpepper to taste. Transfer quinoa to a large bowl and cool. Add beans, corn, bellpepper, jalapeos, and coriander and toss well.To make dressing, whisk together lime juice, salt, and cumin in a small bowl andadd oil in a stream, whisking. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss well with salt and pepper to taste. Saladmay be made a day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salad to room temperature before serving.

Chicken Salad with Citrus Dressing

INGREDIENTS:8 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon sugar1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil2 cooked roasted chickens, meat removed from the bones 2 medium-sized fennel bulbs, cored (ferns reserved and chopped)1/2 pounds tender green beans (stem ends trimmed), blanched3 cups ripe cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved3 tablespoons large capers, drained 1 cup black olives 1/2 cup whole flat-leaf parsley leavesSalt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Shred the chicken into largepieces. Place in a large bowl. Trim the fennel bulbs and slicelengthwise into strips 1/4-inchwide. Add to chicken with thegreen beans, tomatoes, capers,olives, parley, and chopped fennel ferns. Season with salt and pepper.Shortly before serving, toss withthe vinaigrette to prevent thegreens from discoloring.

Beef and Asparagus Wraps

INGREDIENTS:12 medium asparagus spears, trimmed by snapping off the ends where theybreak naturally 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, or more to taste 2 tablespoons light sour cream Salt and pepper, to taste6 ounces thinly sliced or shaved simply grilled London Broil, pot roast, or extra-lean deli roast beef

Stovetop Instructions:Half-fill a large bowl with ice water. Place a steamer rack insert in a large pot.Fill the pot with water so it reaches just below the steamer rack. Place the potover high heat, cover it with a lid, and bring the water to a boil. Add the asparagus, cover the pot (leaving the lid slightly ajar), and steam the asparagus until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes, depending on thickness. Transferthe asparagus to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain well.Microwave Instructions:Follow the directions above, except instead of steaming the asparagus, addone tablespoon of water and the asparagus to a medium microwave-safebowl or dish. Cover the dish with a microwave-safe plate. Microwave on highfor one to two minutes, or until the asparagus is crisp tender. Transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain well. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the horseradish and sour cream until wellcombined. Season with salt and pepper. Lay 1-1/2 ounces of the beef on aflat work surface or cutting board. Spread one-quarter (about 1/2 tablespoon)of the horseradish mixture overthe beef, leaving a small border.Place three asparagus spears atone of the narrower ends of eachbeef slice so the tips hang over.Roll the beef around the bundleof asparagus until you reach theother end of the beef. Repeatwith the remaining roast beef,horseradish mixture, and asparagus to create three moreroll-ups. Serve immediately.

Grilled Peaches with Mascarpone Cheese

INGREDIENTS:Olive oil 6 canned peach halves 2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons orange juice 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract 3/4 cup dry white wine

Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or prepare the barbecue (medium-high heat). Lightly brush the grill pan or rack with oil. Place thepeaches on the grill pan and do not move the peaches, otherwise you willnot have those great grill marks. It takes about two to three minutes perside to get those grill marks. Grill the peaches until the grill marks areformed, slightly softened andheated through, about five tosix minutes total.Meanwhile, stir the sugar, orange juice, and lemon juicein a medium bowl to blend.Set the citrus mixture aside.Stir the mascarpone andvanilla in a separate smallbowl to blend.As the peaches are ready, remove them from the grill and place them in ashallow baking dish. Top them with the brandy mixture, and toss to coat.Set aside for 15 minutes and allow to marinate, toss occasionally.Divide the grilled peach mixture equally among 6 coupe dishes. Pour thewine over the peaches. Dollop the mascarpone mixture atop the peaches,and serve.

Blooming Appreciation Recipesby Chef Jon Ashton

www.fortcampbellmwr.com

18

Healthy Habits by Char

I absolutely love this time of year!The sun is shining, the birds are chirping andeveryone seems to be outside enjoying thebeautiful weather. Families are bonding inoutdoor activities, including gardening. If youare not lucky enough to have a green thumb,you should check out the local farmers market. If you have never been there, thenyou are missing out on a great experience!

Farmers markets can be found inpractically every county across the nation.Each stand offers good quality food thatranges from local produce to meat or freshbaked goods and unique craft items.

But - there are a few things to remember while shopping your local farmersmarket.

First, be aware that not all farmersmarkets are exclusive to local farmers nor arethey all considered organic. Some freshfruits and veggies may be the same qualitythat you would find in your local supermarketand may actually have been imported fromanother state or country.

Know what crops are in season. Having knowledge of what you are seeing ondisplay offers an advantage to not only yourwallet, but also your health. Nature that is manipulated by man doesnt offer substance;it offers abuse. This leads me to the problemwith the perfect apple or other seeminglyperfect produce. A farm raised product willnot be perfectly shaped; it will not come without flaws, but it will come with better

nutrients and minerals for your body. I suggest you bypass that shiny apple andtake a bite into a less picture-perfect piece ofsweet and juicy fruit that will really tantalizeyour taste buds.

Local honey is imperative if you suffer from seasonal allergies and it can befound at almost every local farmers market.Remember, all vendors are competing foryour business, so who you choose is entirelyup to you. I suggest you walk around the market and see what is offered, and observethe interaction between the vendor and thecustomer. Its not just the product or the pricethat matters in this case.

The majority of local farmers markets are open this month. Be sure tocheck hours for each location as most are notopen daily, nor are they exclusive to weekends only. You can find most localfarmers markets online; www.picktnproducts.org is a great place tostart! Research ahead of time and know yourfarmer and your food before you get caughtup in the moment of freshness.

by Charlene Frasher

Freshness Awaits You

21

The Face of the MilitarySpouse:

Self Employmentby Eden Barnett

Keeping it Together

Jen LutzScentsy Consultant Fran Dearman

Tastefully Simple Consultant

Michele GaylerStella & Dot Stylist

As a military Spouse, being self-sufficient is al-most a necessity, if not absolutely necessary. Thereare long deployments, evenings spent homealone, and sudden moves away from establishedhomes. In the turmoil of it all, keeping a job or establishing a career can be a daunting task. SomeSpouses who made the best of it by pursuing theirown business include Jen Lutz, an IndependentScentsy Consultant; Fran Dearman, a TastefullySimple Independent Consultant; and MicheleGayler, a Stella & Dot Independent Stylist.

How long have you been involved with yourbusiness, and why did you choose it?

Jen: It was four years in February. I chose Scentsybecause it was a new home-based business and I fell in love with the products immediately.

Fran: September will be six years! My why haschanged throughout the years, at first it was because I needed a life outside of the home. Ourson was seven months old and I had no adult con-tact except when my husband came home fromschool before he went to study. Today, it is a sourceof income; we call it our fun money. Things wecould not afford on my husbands income alone, I pay for. We just took the kids to Disney for thefirst time. I just took us on our ten year anniversarytrip to Cancun, Mexico for six days where wecaught a Blue Marlin. The memories we have madeare by far the ultimate reason for my why today.

Michele: I have been with Stella & Dot for twoyears. I really liked the products and you have tobelieve in something to sell it. I liked the jewelry towear myself and realized I could sell it and also getwhat I wanted!

What made you decide to try starting your ownbusiness?

Jen: I had just given birth to my second child andwas going through my first deployment. I wantedsomething to do that would help me meet newpeople.

Fran: I went to my first party in Alabama and fell inlove with our Key Lime Cheese ball. I know itsounds dumb, but I thought why not get it at a discount? I never dreamed I would have come sofar in my business, and that it would ever be thissuccessful!

Michele: When I started my research, Stella & Dotsold itself to me. It had a web site, so you could goonline and place an order. The way it is set upmade sense to me. It was easy to see how youcould be profitable quickly. Stella & Dot has onlineshopping, so I can email my friends all over theworld. They can shop on my website and theydont have to actually be here at Fort Campbell.

What are some of the things that have helpedmake you successful?

Jen: By far my Family and friends, but the product itself is amazing and Id say rather addicting!

Fran: Oh my! There are so many, from my fabulous loyal customers/friends, to my amazingteam, I love them all. Even if we only converse viaFacebook! Tastefully Simple offers a wide varietyof training over the phone, with people from ourheadquarters team, to training with my sponsor, aswell as three different conferences that I go toevery year! We have an amazing backbone thatsupports our consultants 100% so that we can giveour customers 100%.

Michele: Weve lived here a couple of years, so Iknow a lot of people, first of all. I also know a lot ofthe people in the community and have closefriends that also have home based businesses.They really took me in and helped me meet morepeople to expand into the community.

How does being in a military community affect your business?

Jen: It has its pros and cons. Meeting new people has always been a pleasure of mine, butthose good byes are so sad. I have been a part ofbirths, weddings, welcome homes and good byes.I love that my Scentsy Family has expandedthrough out the US.

Fran: Oh my does it ever. Our Tastefully Simpleteam is 97% military wives! We live all over theplace, from here in Tennessee/Kentucky, toLouisiana, New Jersey, Alaska, even in Korea, andGermany! There are so many other states that ourteam is placed in. How neat would it be to say thatyou have a team member located in each state?

We do have a Team Goal to be the FIRST SeniorTeam Mentor Military team,before the end ofthe year. That is all the way to the top of the company, only two promotions to go, we have this!

Michele: I think that military Spouses are very receptive to home based business, more so thananybody else because we do understand that weare going to be moving. We have to have something that will go with us. I think were betterat understanding the need for home based businesses, I guess its the best way to put it.

What advice do you have for those that are thinking about trying to do something similar?

Jen: I always tell anyone who asks me; to remember you will have to spend to make in thebeginning, and you have to work for what youwant. Setting goals will bring great success.

Fran: I know a lot of military wives try things out,the best advice I can giveis find something youlove! This is not something that happens overnight; effort equals earning, you will get what youput in. If you love what you do its okay to take astep back, regroup and go at it again. Consumableproducts should be a must when looking into abusiness. It is great for reorders and businessgrowth. I guess I got lucky, I sell to people who eat;who do you know that doesnt eat?

Michele: For a home based business, I know wediscussed the benefits of it, but you do have tohave that discipline. You have to be willing to sitdown and make phone calls and connect to people when youd rather be doing somethingelse. You really have to be motivated to do it andyou have to figure out what it is you want to gainfrom this and use that to keep you going forward.You have to have a tough skin and realize that noteverybody wants to buy what it is that youre selling. You also have to be a people person; youhave to like people to do a home based businessbecause its all about those personal connections.

www.fortcampbellmwr.com 22

www.fortcampbellmwr.com 24

Train Your Brain

Like many adults in the surroundingcommunity, I enjoy my time away from work,spending time with friends and Family orsqueezing in time for errands. In betweengetting haircuts, the tailor shop and cleaner's,and the auto-parts store and mall, the rest ofmy time is in front of the TV. Scrolling throughthe channels, I may catch a decent game ortwo, a B quality sci-fi movie, or a great re-run. But what I noticed during this searchfor quality programming is - where are themusic videos? It appears that mostmusic television is burdened eitherwith infomercials or reality shows.Other than the occasional internetdownload or the every-hour on-the-hour radio hit, it's difficult to findgreat quality music, especiallymusic that enhances your mood.

From the infamous actorand mime, Marcel Marceau, Musicconveys moods and images. Evenin opera, where plots deal with thestructure of destiny, its music, notwords, that provide power. Andsimilar to an opera, music possesses the ability to get you motivated, cause reverence, feelpassionate, fall in love, and inspirepatriotism. Just listening to Whitney Houston's version of theNational Anthem or Lee Greenwoods God Bless the USAevokes a feeling of pride and respect for our nation, our people,and our way of life. The words andinflection expressed by both artistsare so unique that it's easy to conjure the memory of a specificplace, time, or person whom youwere with.

There are many benefits of music.Music can help you memorize complexthemes faster or mundane tasks more efficiently, like singing the Bee Gees, Staying Alive while performing CPR compressions (no pun intended) or when youwere younger, learning the letters of the alphabet to a melodious mnemonic. Its interesting listening to children sing the letters of the alphabet, because it alwayssounds like L-M-N-O-P are one entirelylong-letter. There are three main types ofadult learners: visual learners, who learn usingpictures or images; auditory learners, whoprefer to hear the message first before

reading about it; and kinesthetic learners whoincline toward hands-on learning. Methods toenhance learning or comprehension frequently incorporate all three types.Consequently, technological advances inmusic and media exploit all three types aswell. However, music also has therapeuticbenefits, and according to the AmericanMusic Therapy Association, music is curativeand restorative for a wide variety of conditions, even as aid to help with physical

rehabilitation and assisting those with disabilities, ease the pains of chemotherapy,lower anxiety, and contribute to a restfulsleep.

But what about mood and how canmusic affect the way you learn? First, the mostlistened to songs according to sales in America in 2011 were: Pop, Rock, R & B,Country, Classical, Dance, Rap/Hip-hop, andJazz. Second, we need to determine the various personality traits according to the various types of music available. According towww.outofservice.com/music-personality-test, anon-line music personality survey, there arefour main dimensions that determine your

specific personality, according to the types ofmusic you prefer. The Reflective and Complexcategory includes people who enjoy Classical, Blues, Jazz, and Folk. The Edgy andAggressive category includes people whoenjoy Alternative, Rock, and Heavy Metal.The Fun and Simple category includes people who prefer Pop, Religious, Country,and Soundtrack Music; and the Energetic andUpbeat category includes the group who isfond of Hip-hop, Funk, Soul, and Electronic

music. According to outofservice.comif you score high in the Reflective andComplex category, you tend to beopen to new experiences, creative, intellectual, and enjoy trying newthings. After a hard day of work youmay find yourself reading a book orwatching a documentary. People whoscore high in the Edgy and Aggressivecategory tend to be dominant, imaginative, and energetic. Whilethey are not at work, they enjoywatching action, science fiction, fantasy, combat, or horror movies. Ifyou score high in the Fun and Simplecategory, you tend to be sociable, forgiving, happy, reliable, and athletic;when you are away from work, youprobably enjoy reading fashion orsports magazines, watching a majormotion picture, musical, westernmovie, or comedy. The Energetic andUpbeat category includes people whotend to be extraverted, relaxed, romantic, creative, and physically active; they also enjoy watching actionmovies, sci-fi, gangster movies, andcomedies. These are general characteristics, but taken very lightheartedly and overall, people typically

tend to move in and out of any one categorybecause of mood. For example, I can imagine a person who is Reflective and Complex at a party with someone who is inthe Energetic and Upbeat group. The difference is that the Energetic and Upbeatperson (extraverted) may persuade the Reflective and Complex individual (intellec-tual) to be the designated driver, while theFun and Simple (socialites) plan, organize,text, and tweet your every move (in an attempt to sway the Edgy and Aggressivefrom the rock climbing wall). So have fun andenjoy yourselves this weekend while learningand listening to music.

by William D. Corlew, III

In the Mood

Fort Campbells fighting force is a notable foe because of the diverse culture, history and perspective of the individuals whoserve this great nation. Our past features havespotlighted an array of heroes ranging from aBronze Star Medal with Valor recipient, to a Soldier who broke the Air Assault School RuckMarch record. This month we are featuring SPCBetty Boomer, age 39, who I see as the strength,backbone and nurturing female Soldier of 159Aviation.

MWR Life: Tell me about yourself. What is yourbackground, MOS, and how long have you beenin the Army?

SPC Boomer: I am from North Carolina and myMOS, to fill the needs of the Army, is a WaterTreatment Specialist. However, currently I amthe Orderly Room Clerk and I take care of 170Soldiers and any type of administrative paperwork that needs to be completed. I am priorservice, I joined the Army 20 years ago, servedfor eight years and I was a single mom. I decidedto get out of the Army to raise my son. I neverreally wanted to get out, but I felt my sonneeded me more. I didnt want him to becomea statistic. Even though I loved being a Soldierand loved the Army, I loved my son more. Hehas recently graduated and joined the Air Force

so momma thought she would come back andfinish up her military career for retirement.

MWR Life: Why did you join the Army the firsttime, 20 years ago?

SPC Boomer: Being young and 18, I was readyto get out of the house. I had just finished 12years of school and I wanted to travel and seethe world. I wanted to see if there was anythingelse out there because I grew up in the country.I loved it, and plan on going back one day, but I just really wanted an adventure and to be ableto get out and explore the world. Even when I got out of the Army the first time, I kept intouch. I always knew I would re-enlist. Ive alwaysbeen a Soldier and I have always conducted myself in a Soldierly manner, because in 1992,the Drill Sergeants were really tough and theyinstilled really good qualities in me. I made mylife successful by keeping that with me thewhole time.

MWR Life: How has the military helped you become who you are today?

SPC Boomer: The Army instilled the disciplineand the qualities in me as a Soldier to respectmyself, to respect others, to always think abouteverything I do first, before I act. Everybody has

a choice. You can choose to do right or you canchoose to do wrong. Because I had my son, I always wanted to do the right thing to makesure I set the right example, so that he wouldmake better decisions when he got older. Nowthat my son has grown up and started his careerI cant take care of him anymore, but I do have100 plus Soldiers I take care of now.

MWR Life: Knowing what you know now, whatadvice would you give your younger self, for example when you first enlisted 20 years ago?

SPC Boomer: Say what you mean and meanwhat you say. If you expect people to respectyou, you have to respect them as well. You havechoices in life. However, with the Army downsizing right now, you may not have achoice any more. If you want to make the Armyyour career, remember that you are not just aSoldier from nine to five. I am a Soldier 24/7.Even out of this uniform I want to conduct myself in a professional manner and I want to berespectful. I love putting on this uniform, comingto work and taking care of Soldiers.

25

One Soldiers Dedication to Family and Dutyby Lisa Taylor

Hometown Hero

MWR Life: What is one of the most significantdifferences you have noticed from when youwere first enlisted versus this time?

SPC Boomer: I read an article in theArmy Times discussing the change instandards, and I agree that standardshave been lowered, but I do understand that in a time of war youhave to recruit people to fightthis war. The Army standards arereally not that hard to meet. Youonly have to meet 60% of thephysical fitness aspect to passyour PT test. I am not a 60% person; I always strive for 110%.Considering my age, I may not beable to keep up but I refuse to fallbehind. The major difference isthat the discipline is not as rigorous as it used to be.

MWR Life: What advice do youhave for other single Soldiers?

SPC Boomer: The slogan for theArmy when I first came in was,be all you can be. Go to school.You have the opportunity to go toschool for free, take advantage ofthis opportunity. You can do anything you want. Respect yourself, respect others, do what

you have to do. If you have the opportunity, goto every board and make your rank. Be at theright place, at the right time, in the right uniform, and you can go really far. Give 110% ateverything you do. If you plan on making themilitary your career, dont wait until you are atyour four year mark to start planning your future.

MWR Life: What would you say are some of yourgreatest achievements while you have been inthe Army?

SPC Boomer: I feel like I am more physically fitnow than I was the first time around. I guess itsa mental thing, because I know Im with 18, 19and 20 year olds, so I push myself because I haveto. I may need a nap after PT, but I really pushmyself to make sure I meet the standards. I cantexpect any Soldier to do anything I am not willing to do myself. Every day I am here, I takeit to the max because that is what the Army paysme to do.

MWR Life: What differences did you notice fromyour first deployment to Kuwait during DesertStorm and this time when you deployed toAfghanistan?

SPC Boomer: I was a kid when I went to Kuwait.I was with my unit for only two weeks before wedeployed. I was fresh out of Basic and AIT. I didnt know what to expect, but because I waswith older people who had deployed before,they took care of me. Back then the NCOs tookcare of me. Everybody was like a Family. Thistime around, I was the more mature Soldier andI had to look out for the junior Soldiers, keepthem calm, make sure they were straight and letthem know that they could come to me and talkto me about any and everything, especially thefemales. This is still a mans Army and I was trying to be that positive female for them to turnto, just to let them know that hey, you can dothis, were in this together, Ive got your backand youve got mine. We both are going homeso if we all stick together, respect each other, wewill get home.

26

DONT JUST SIT ME IN ANOTHER DESK.TEACH ME TO STAND OUT.

DONT JUST SIT TEACH ME

T ME IN ANOTHER E TO ST

DESK OUT

At CTU we know the sacrifices you make. Yeducation shouldnt be one of those sacrifices.

e offer support for current and veteran Army Wpersonnel and their families.

%YMR!O'sULO6$O$sREFSNAR4s

At CTU we know the sacrifices you make. Yeducation shouldnt be one of those sacrifices.

e offer support for current and veteran Army personnel and their families.

LOOHC3D%BME-5/-NOITACUD%YRATNU

GNINIAR4YRATILI-ROFTIDER#N)

our At CTU we know the sacrifices you make. Yeducation shouldnt be one of those sacrifices.

e offer support for current and veteran Army

LOOHC3REB

s at ucatnoCtsiiv aroolc

t s a 5559.344.778 oratilim/edu.hcetoda

oryra

Not all credits eligible to transfer*credit policies.

Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at .coloradotech.edu/disclosures. Not all programs are available to residents of all states. www

CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary

s catalog regarding CTU. See the universityNot all credits eligible to transfer

Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at .coloradotech.edu/disclosures. Not all programs are available to residents of all states.

. 131-30576 278552 04/12CTU cannot guarantee employment or salary

GY

s transfer s catalog regarding CTU

Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at .coloradotech.edu/disclosures. Not all programs are available to residents of all states.

. 131-30576 278552 04/12

In the Know

Over the last 237 years, the UnitedStates Army has become the largest, well-established branch of the U.S. military.During the time of the American Revolution, there was no specifiedArmy other than a group of volunteeramateur troops combined togetherto fight. There was no chain of command to obey. All of these volunteers were equipped, paid andled by the colonies from which they came.

On June 14, 1775, theUnited States Army was foundedwhen the Continental Congress approved enlistment of riflemen toserve the United Colonies for oneyear. After this approval, GeorgeWashington was appointed Com-mander-in-Chief of the Continental Army.

Since its origination, the Army hashad many defining moments in American history. From winters at Valley Forge to

operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, every accomplishment associated with the Armyhas become an accomplishment for America.

This is why every year Army installa-tions and communities across the globe celebrate the growth and accomplishments ofthe United States Army. With more than three

million Soldiers currently serving this nation,it is important to take time to honor Soldiers,their Families, Retirees and the Army

Civilians that serve both at homeand overseas.

Every year the Army hostsbirthday events on garrisonsaround the world. The annualArmy Birthday Ball held every yearin Washington, D.C., will be onJune 16. The Pentagon also celebrates this special day with agiant birthday cake, which isshared with Soldiers.

For information on Armybirthday events at Fort Campbell,please contact the MWR PublicRelations office at (270) 798-7535.You may also visit our website at

www.fortcampbellmwr.com. For weekly updates from MWR straight to your emailinbox, sign up for our E-News on the homepage of the website.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ARMY!by Bridgett Pickering