Family Newsletter HQSVC Co Dec 1., 2011

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Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or [email protected] ,

2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

C A L E N D A R O F E V E N T S

December29 Nov: CLR-27 FRO Open House (1000-1400;

Bldg 327 H Street)

1: CLR-27 Family Holiday Party (1600 - 2100;

Goettge Memorial Field House)2: Applications due to Armed Services YMCA for

2011 Holiday Joy Program (0900 1500)3: Tree Lighting, Tarawa Terrace Community

Center (1800-2000)3: LINKS Teens 13 and Up (1830 2000; MCFTB)

6: Return and Reunion Workshop (1830 2000)

6: Active Parenting for Step Families (0800-1500)6: Navy LINKS (0900 1530)

7: National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (70th)

9: CLR-27 John / Jane Wayne Day (0900-1400)9: Paint the Day Away (0900-1500, AS-YMCA)

10: Holiday Concert (1400 at Base Theater)

12: Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours

(0800 1500)15: Taking Control of Your Finances (1300 1630)

16: CLR-27 Command Team Meeting (1330)

20: Kids-N-Reunion Workshop (1830 2000)22: Investment Basics (1300 1630)

23-27: Christmas Holiday

30 3 Jan: New Years Holiday

For a Full Calendar of 2011 Events and Description

Programs, Visit Marine Corps Family Team Buil

(MCFTB) at

2011 Marine Corps Family Team Building Event Calendar(PRESS CONTROLKEY AND CLICK ON THE ABOVE LINK)

RESERVATIONS FOR THE ABOVE CLASSES:

GENERAL INQUIRIES&REGISTRATION: (910)451-0176

L.I.N.K.S. CONTACT: (910)451-1299

MCFTB CONTACT:(910)451-0176

HEALTH PROMOTIONS:(910)451-2865

Headquarters and Service Company

2d MLG (Forward)

Family NewsletterVolume 2, Issue 4 DECEMBER 2011

Happy Holidays!!!

IN S I D E T H I S IS S U E

1 From the Company Commander / Calendar of Events

2 From the Chaplain / Family Readiness Officer

3 From the Company First Sergeant

4 Opportunities and Resources

6 FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

From the Company Commander

Major John P. Flynn

Jane Wayne Day on Dec. 9, there are several otherevents, such as the tree lighting at Tarawa Terrace,ornament painting at the YMCA, holiday concert atthe base theater, personal finance and MarineCorps Family Team Building classes, and Returnand Reunion workshops, so mark your calendars.

Our 11.2 deployment is well underway, and all aredoing a superb job accomplishing the mission. Weenjoyed a Thanksgiving meal and were thankful formodern-day technology and the ability to keep intouch with our families by phone and the internet.

Continued on Page 2

The holiday season is wellunderway, and several excitingevents in the Camp Lejeune area are

scheduled throughout the month. Inaddition to the CLR-27 Family

Holiday Party on Dec. 1, and John /
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This December marks the 70th anniversary of the attackon Pearl Harbor. We will observe this on Dec. 7, asNational Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, proclaimedby the President last year so that we will never forget the3,500 U.S. service members and civilians who werekilled in action or injured on that fateful Sunday in 1941.

Due to the fact that many families will be driving longdistances during the holiday breaks and due to theinclement weather conditions for travelers, we added apage in this newsletter full of safe-driving tips.

Visit the Marine Corps Community Services Lejeunewebsite to learn of the many free resources available and2d MLG Facebook for the latest and greatest news andphotos of your Marines and Sailors.

Semper Fi!

John P. Flynn

Major, USMC

Being Thankful

Chaplain Michael Tomlinson

As many of us indulged in a large dinner lastmonth, we were celebrating the first of a series of

occasions of reflection during Americas holiday season.There is an old saying, the victors write history. In thewake of the War Between the States (1861-1865),history took a decidedly northeastern flavor. This is bestillustrated by Americas First Thanksgiving. Do youreally know when and where the first Thanksgiving washeld in what was to become the United States ofAmerica? (Hint: the Pilgrims werent there.)

Many believe the first Thanksgiving in America washeld by theSpanish in Texasthats right, Texas! Theyear was 1541, which was 79 years before the seasickPilgrims left the Mayflower and set foot in the NewWorld. Florida also lays claim to an early or the firstThanksgiving in Spanish Saint Augustine in 1565, whichwas 56 years before the one held in Plymouth.

It is believed wild turkey (the bird, not thKentucky bourbon) was probably served at thiThanksgiving ceremony, originating this traditionThe first Thanksgiving in a British or Englishspeaking colony was 1607 in Virginia, or 14 yearbefore the Pilgrims got lost and settled in NewEngland. Take your pick for the Firs

Thanksgiving, but it wasnt the Pilgrims inMassachusetts.

Actually, there have been many Thanksgivingdays in American history. Our currencelebration on the last Thursday of November waestablished by Congress in 1941. Some believeFranklin Roosevelt cynically set the date for lateNovember, hoping to encourage better Christmasales despite the Great Depression. Whatever thereason, the tradition of Thanksgiving on the lasThursday of November is now part of theAmerican fabric.

But do we really need a congressionally mandatedday to give thanks? No! If youre healthy, have

loving family, plenty of food to eat, a roof oveyour head and a job, then youve got things to bthankful for. If you are a person of faith, youknow every day is a day to give thanks, becauseGod is in your life. Being thankful is more thanwords; it is a mindset or a way of living call it athankful lifestyle Buddha illustrated it this wayLet us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn'

learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and ifwe didn't learn a little, at least we didn't get sickand if we got sick, at least we didn't die; so, let uall be thankful. Now thats a thankful mindset.

~ Chaps


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From the First Sergeant

1stSgt Jerry Lopez

November was busy for us, withmany celebrations and various eventsthat helped boost our Warriorsmorale. We celebrated the 236th

Marine Corps Birthday with atraditional cake-cutting ceremony, Veterans Day,and a Thanksgiving with great food. In additionto accomplishing our mission, some Marines alsoparticipated in a Danish Contingent (Dancon)March. Participants marched 16.6 miles carrying aweighted pack. Everyone received acomplimentary medal and a certificate ofcompletion. Our Marines and Sailors have beenkeeping their holiday spirits up with Thanksgivingdecorations. With the changing of the season,

Christmas decorations are going up in all of ourworkspaces. Please visit our Facebook page (2ndMarine Logistics Group) to view the pictures ofyour Marines and Sailors during these festiveevents.

I hope you had a great Thanksgiving and enjoyedyour time in the company of family and friends.In December, there are many activities for thefamilies back home to enjoy starting with theCLR- 27 Holiday party on Dec. 1. There is also a

John/Jane Wayne Day, Backdoor Boutique, andan Armed Services YMCA Paint Day for thechildren, so please take advantage of thesefunctions and contact the Family ReadinessOfficer (Mr. Padilla) for more information.Christmas is around the corner, so whether youare staying home or traveling, please remember tostay safe. The deadline for mailing packages thathave a Christmas Day arrival time is Dec. 3.Remember that transit time for packagesthroughout the holiday season will be longer than

usual.

During November, several competitive boardswere held, and our Sailors represented thecompany in outstanding fashion, as always. HM1Barry Goode won the Senior Sailor of the Quarter(G-3), HM2 John Lowe won the Junior Sailor of

the Quarter (Embedded Partnering Team), andHospitalman Vincent Bruno won Blue Jacket ofthe Quarter (CAS). All three of these Warriorswon at both the Company and the Group Level.We also have new additions to the 2nd MLGfamily during November: Allison A. Farrand;daughter of LCpl Brian Farrand and ElisabethFarrand (LS Det), born Nov. 5; Kevin A. Butler

Jr., son of Sgt Kevin Butler and Renee R. Butler(Postal Det), born Nov. 18. Congratulations tothese families, and we welcome our new babydevil pups to the family. Last but not least, thankyou to our family and friends for their constantsupport and dedication to help ensure that ourMarines and Sailors keep a high state of morale.Have a safe and Merry Christmas!

Semper Fi!

Jerry E. Lopez1stSgt, USMC

From the Family Readiness

Officer (FRO)

Mr. JosL. Padilla

Greetings!

I hope to see you at the FRO openhouse on Nov. 29 at our FamilyReadiness Center. Also, I encourage

you to join us at our great Holiday Party on Dec. 1and John / Jane Wayne Day on Dec. 9. I amlooking forward to seeing you there.

The Holiday Season has arrived, and we aregetting ready to bid 2011 farewell. I hope each ofyou is enjoying these cooler days and enjoying the

many associated activities. As you prepare forand enjoy theholidays, please do so safely.

If you have any comments, questions or concernsor need assistance, please contact me at (910) 451-1284 or email me [email protected].

God Bless, Jos
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Opportunities and Resources

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CLR-27 Facebook: CLR-27 Facebook

EXTRA! EXTRA! Read All About It!

Photos, Videos & Articles of Your 2d MLGMarines and Sailors in Afghanistan. See ourWarriors Loghere:

Warrior's Log

HolidayMailDeadlines:

To ensure a timely delivery of cards and packagesby Dec. 25 to FPO addresses, mail should be inpossession of USPS no later than the dates below.

Avoid the last-minute rush and mail holiday cardsand packages early. Customers have the option ofprinting postage, labels, and customs forms online24/7 using Click-N-Ship service atwww.usps.com/clicknship. Dates are as follows:

PARCEL AIRLIFT................................DEC 1

FIRST CLASS MAIL.............................DEC 3

PRIORITY MAIL..................................DEC 3

EXPRESS MAIL MILITARY SERVICE........NOTAVAILABLE

PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENTCLASSES

Taking Control of Your Finances

Dec. 15 1300 - 1630

An interactive training session that covers thebasics of starting a personal financial plan. Focusis on:

- Identify Individual Money Personality- Develop Realistic (Measurable) Financial Goals- Develop a Realistic Spending Plan (Budget)- Discuss Military Pay and Allowances- Develop Checking Account Management Skills- Identify Personal Financial Net Worth- Develop Systematic Emergency Savings Plan

Investment Basics

Dec. 22 1300 - 1630

An interactive workshop designed to helpindividuals understand the process involved insavings and investment planning. Participantswill explore how to develop and maintain realisticsavings and investment goals. TSP rules,regulations, and benefits will also be covered.

Bldg. 302, Holcomb Blvd.

TO REGISTER, PLEASE CALL 910-451-2865or email at [email protected] [email protected].

Classes are free to all I.D. Cardholders.
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CLR-27 Family Holiday Party

Thursday, Dec. 1

1600 2100

Goettge Memorial Field House

Enjoy great food and entertainment, photos withSanta, win prizes and spread good cheer!

Activities include face painting, crafts for kids,DJ, free photos with Santa, door prizes, live

family show, balloon shaping clown. For moreinformation, contact the FRO at (910) 4511284.

CLR-27 John / Jane Wayne Day

Friday, Dec. 9

0900 1400

WPT Hill Field

Come eat a field meal, participate in a MarineCorps Martial Arts Program demo, see staticdisplays, shoot a weapon, and try out the combatfitness test.

Must be 18 years old, capable of relativelyrigorous activity, no children. Free child careavailable, please request it. Wear sturdy, closedtoe shoes and bring clothing for outdoor activities.

Mandatory RSVP. To RSVP, contact the FRO at(910) 4511284.

Area 2 Fitness Center

910.545.4787

CLR-27 FRO OPEN HOUSE

Tuesday, Nov. 29 (10001400)

Bldg 327, H StJoin the FRO and volunteers for a snack andbeverage. Register for a free drawing for a $50MCCS gift card. Call (910) 352-0919 forquestions.

Pregnancy (Prenatal & PostnatalUp to 6 Months) Exercise Class

Prenatal and Postnatal (up to 6 months), exerciseincludes resistance training and yoga. Open to alleligible TRICARE Beneficiaries, Childcare isavailable at TT2 Fitness Center only. Register forChildcare in the TT2 Fitness Center Playroom atTT2 Childcare Development Center 450-1681.Mondays & Wednesdays at TT2 Fitness Center1030-1130. Thursdays at French Creek FitnessCenter 1530-1630. To register call: NavalHospital Health Promotion & Wellness.

Baby and Me at the MCXMCX issues a $10 gift card when a parent bringsbirth certificate to the Customer Service deskwithin 30 days of the birth.


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CAMP LEJEUNE DEPENDENTS SCHOOLS

Visit the website at:

Camp Lejeune Dependents Schools Website

SCHOOL LIAISON CLASSES

Would you like to be better informed abouteducation-related topics, especially as they applyto military children? Your School Liaison wouldbe happy to meet with small or large groups, toteach classes on a wide variety of topics includingbullying, the Interstate Compact for EducationalOpportunities for Military Children, PCS- PositiveChange of Schools, Educational resources for

military children and spouses, or other topic ofyour choice. Just email Julie Fulton [email protected] units at Camp Lejeuneor Jill Campbell [email protected] at New River to schedule your presentation.

THE COMMON CORE

Both Onslow County and Camp LejeuneDependent Schools will be moving towards TheCommon Core over the next couple of years.

The Common Core is a set ofrobust andrelevant standards that states across the U.S. areagreeing to implement so that transitioningstudents can have a more standardized curriculumand be better prepared for college and careers. Itwill be a benefit to military children who movefrom state to state. So far, only four states are notagreeing to the Common Core: Texas, Virginia,Minnesota, and Nebraska. Please visitwww.corestandards.org.

ONSLOW COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEMAccess Student and Parental Information,Calendars, News, and Points of Contact byvisiting the website at:

Onslow County School System Website

2d MLG Websites

HQSVC Company (Forward) Website

2d MLG Facebook

2d MLG PAO YouTube

2d MLG Website

CLR-27 Website

Company Leadership

Commanding OfficerMajor John FlynnEmail: [email protected]

Executive OfficerCaptain Gregory Ryan ScottEmail: [email protected]

First SergeantFirst Sergeant Jerry LopezEmail: [email protected]

ChaplainLCDR Michael TomlinsonEmail: [email protected]

RESILIENCE EDUCATION WORKSHOPS

Prevention Makes a World of Difference

Assist people in identification of problematicareas in their lives. Provide knowledge, skills andtools for application in increasing awareness andprevention of the following areas:

Alcohol 101, Anger Management, Healthy

Communication in Relationships, Relaxation,Self-esteem, Suicide Awareness

Mon-Fri 0800-1630; Call 910.451.2865
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For Camp Lejeune Area Drop-Off Locations, click below:

Where to Drop Off ToysYou can also make donations a variety of ways, such as on-line, by mail or donating cars. To see all of youroptions, click on the below link:

Other Ways to DonateThe Camp Lejeune Point of Contact for Toys For Tots is SSgt Timothy Carulli [email protected] can also be reached by calling (910) 376-0408 or (910) 440-2852.

FREE HOLIDAY CONCERT AT THE BASE THEATER (Also a Toys for Tots drop-off point)
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2011 Holiday Joy Program

This program serves to assist military families ware enduring financial hardships during the holidseason.

Registration is now thru Friday, Dec. 2

Apply Mon Fri, 0900 1500 at the ArmServices YMCA, Tarawa Terrace.

Must bring current LES, last years Income T

Return and birth certificate for any child(ren) born2011. Open to all ranks, although families E-5 abelow have priority. Applicants must have verifiabfinancial hardship to qualify.

For more information, call (910) 450-0497.

Paint the Day Away: Fun for All Ages

Paint a ceramic Christmas ornament and enjoy h

cocoa or a candy cane. $1 - $3 per paintdepending on the piece.

Friday, Dec. 9

0900 - 1500

Armed Services YMCA, Tarawa Terrace

Must bring current LES, last years Income T

Return and birth certificate for any child(ren) born

2011. Open to all ranks although families E-5 abelow have priority. Applicants must have verifiabfinancial hardship to qualify.

For more information, call (910) 450-0497.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING

Saturday,Dec. 3

1800 2000

Tarawa Terrace Community Center

FREE Child Care for MCFTB events

To utilize the FREE childcare services provided by theBrewster Childcare Development Center (CDC) duringMCFTB training or CDC-supported unit functions, youmust register your children at the CDC & YouthPavilion located at Midway Park.

CDC provides childcare for registered children betweensix weeks old to 12 years old. Prior to events, parentsmust call 450-8467 to make their reservations ASAP butat least 72 hours in advance. All children must beregistered with Children, Youth, and Teen Programs

(have a white card).

Register at Resource & Referral Office, Bldg LCH 4012,Butler Drive, Midway Park (next to the Midway ParkChapel), (910) 449-9552 or 449-9563 Mon-Fri, 0800-1600. Please bring child's shot records to register and acopy of most recent medical physical, if available.
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RECOMMENDED FOR SPOUSES, FIANCS &EXTENDED FAMILIES OF DEPLOYEDMARINES AND SAILORS

Return and Reunion Workshop

Tuesday, Dec. 6: 1830-2000

This workshop is designed to explain, throughinteractive activities, what can be expected withhomecoming and the reunion process. During theworkshop tips are provided that will help Spouses duringthis time. Topics covered include Communication,Deployment Stress, Re-Integration, Expectations and theReturn of Intimacy.

Kids-N-Reunion Workshop

Tuesday, Dec. 20: 1830-2000

Two workshops in one, a parents and a childrensworkshop; parents on one side and children on theother. Offers parents as well as the children resourcesand coping skills needed to assist them with familyreintegration. Parents side focuses on the childrensemotional and behavioral challenges as well as copingstrategies and resources to utilize during thehomecoming and reintegration process. The childrensside of the workshop provides the children activities andtools needed to cope with Family reintegration.

TO REGISTER FOR THESE WORKSHOPS:Contact: (910) 451-0176Hours: 0730-1600 Monday - FridayLC4012A Butler Drive, Midway Park

Free childcare is available for attending workshops.

REGISTRATION FOR FREE CHILD CARE

All children must be registered with Children, Youth,and Teen Programs (have a white card). Registrationmay be completed at the Resource and Referral Office,Bldg LCH 4012, Butler Drive, Midway Park (next to theChapel), (910) 449-9552 or 449-9563 MonFri, 0800-1630. Please bring childs shot records to register and a

copy of the most recent medical physical, if available.


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DRIVING TIPS

North Carolina Department of Transportationreminds motorists that even though workers may notbe present in work zones, motorists can stillencounter narrowed lanes and traffic shifts, and thatwork zone speed limits are still in effect. The

penalty for speeding through a marked work zone is$250. Additionally, the department offers thefollowing driving tips:

Stay alert

Wear a seat belt

Dont drink and drive

Use approved child restraints

Be patient, and obey the posted speed limit

Dont tailgate

Watch out for road debris

Avoid in-car distractions

Leave early to get a head start on your drive andtravel at non-peak times

Use alternate routes, when possible, to avoidtraffic congestion

Move over when passing stopped emergencyvehicles; its the law you must change lanes orslow down

Fender Bender Law: Clear the roadway of non-injury accidents to help keep traffic moving andreduce the likelihood of secondary crashes.

Call 511 for free travel information.

Mikes Farm Festival of Lights

Nov. 24 Dec. 23Beginning each evening at 1800 - A lighted hayridetour over the farm (weather permitting) featuringChristmas Lights. The cost is $8.00 per person(ages 5 and up).

10WINTERDRIVINGSAFETYTIPS

1. Know your route and keep abreast of weathconditions

2. Drink plenty of water3. Eat enough food (and bring extra food)4. Pack a winter travel safety kit (cell phone, ic

scraper with brush, tow rope, cat litter for ti

traction, blanket, flash light, candle wimatches, portable weather radio, lock deicer)

5. Slow down (Reduce speed by 50% in the snow)6. Keep a light touch on the controls7. Know how to recover from skids8. Keep your tires in good condition and proper

inflated

9. Make frequent rest stops10.If you get stuck, stay in your vehicle


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December Family Events

Date Event Location Time SponsorChild Ca(Cost)

Nov 29 CLR-27 FRO Open House Bldg 327 H Street1000-1400 CLR-27 No

Dec 1 RSVP deadline for John / Jane Wayne Day FROs Office, Bldg 327 1600 CLR-27 Yes

Dec 1 CLR-27 Family Holiday PartyGoettge Memorial FieldHouse

1600 -2100 CLR-27 N/A

Dec 2Deadline to apply for 2011 Armed ServicesYMCA 2011 Holiday Joy Program Armed Services YMCA

0900-1500M-F YMCA N/A

Dec 3 LINKS Teens 13 and Up MCFTB1830-2000 MCFTB Yes

Dec 6 Return and Reunion Workshop Russell Center1830-2000 MCFTB Yes

Dec 6 Active Parenting for Step Families Russell Center0800-1500 MCFTB Yes

Dec 6 Navy Links MCFTB0900-1530 MCFTB Yes

Dec 9CLR-27 John / Jane Wayne Day (must RSVPby 1 Dec to the FRO) WPT Hill Field, CLNC 0900 CLR27 Yes

Dec 9 Paint the Day Away (Christmas ornaments) Armed Services YMCA0900 -1500 YMCA N/A

Dec 12Making Children Mind Without LosingYours Russell Center

0800-1500 MCFTB Yes

Dec 16 Command Team Meeting B327 CLR27 Conf Rm 1330 CLR27 Yes

Dec 20 Kids-N-Reunion Workshop Russell Center1830-2000 MCFTB No

FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: I would like to receive email updates from HQSVC Company, 2d MLG (Fwd) FRO while my Marine or Sailor is deployed. How caget added to the distribution list?A: Contact the FRO, Jose Padilla at (910) 451-1284 or via email at [email protected].

Q: Who should I contact if I have any additional questions, needs or concerns?A: You should contact the FRO, Mr. Jos Padilla.

Q: What is my Marines / Sailors mailing address?

A: (RANK) (FIRST NAME, LAST NAME), 2D MLG FWD, (SECTION), HQSVC CO, UNIT 73951, FPO AE 09510-3951

Q: How can I find out when my Marine or Sailor is returning? A: The FRO will notify you based on the information that he is providedhis authorized HQSVC points of contact from Afghanistan. Your patience will be appreciated during this time. The main body flights aanticipated to return in mid-February 2012, with Service Detachments returning during March 2012.
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