Headquarters and Service Company 2d MLG (Forward) Family Newsletter

Volume 2, Issue 2 OCTOBER 2011

From the Company Commander

Major John P. Flynn

CALENDAR October

OF

EVENTS

Signs of Fall are here, both in America and Afghanistan. Its cooling down in both places. The 10th remembrance of 9/11 was celebrated throughout the world and is a fitting reminder of why we are here in Afghanistan. Football season is well underway. Nearly all of OEF 11.2 replacements have arrived and are turning over with their counterparts. Most Marines and Sailors serving 12 months with us have taken rest and recuperation leave and are on the downhill slope towards the remainder of the deployment. We have bid farewell and following seas to all redeploying personnel except those assigned to our services detachments (Food Service, Marine Corps Community Services, Postal, and Personnel Retrieval and Processing), who redeploy in a few weeks. For those redeploying, return and reunion is an especially emotional time for both the family Continued on Page 2 INSIDE THIS ISSUE 1 2 3 4 6
From the Company Commander / Calendar of Events

2: Baby Budget Workshop (0900-1030) Workforce Learning Center, Bldg 524 6: Beyond the Brief Workshop #1: When Coping is More Difficult Than I Thought / Separation The Stress, The Anxiety, The Fear (1830-2030) 9: Kids In The Midst Workshop (1800-2000) 12: Cooperative Parenting and Divorce (0800-1500) 13: Spanish LINKS for Spouses (0900-1530) 13: Beyond the Brief Workshop #2: Safe and Sound Home (1830-2030) 15: Luncheon for Spouses of Deployed Marines and Sailors, Ball Center (1100) 16: Command Team Meeting, CLR-27 (1330) 19: Jump-N-Jax Potluck for Families of Deployed Marines and Sailors (1800) 20: Beyond the Brief Workshop #3: Understanding Money (1830-2030) 27: Beyond the Brief Workshop #4: Casualty Assistance Process (1830-2030) 29: Kids-N-Deployment Workshop (1830-2000)
For a Full Calendar of 2011 Events and Description of Programs, Visit Marine Corps Family Team Building (MCFTB) at 2011 Marine Corps Family Team Building Event Calendar RESERVATIONS FOR THE ABOVE CLASSES:

From the Chaplain / Family Readiness Officer From the Company First Sergeant Opportunities and Resources FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

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

Eat, drink, and be scary. ~

Author Unknown

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

and the Marine or Sailor, and it requires patience and understanding on the part of everyone during this readjustment period. Best of luck to all facing this joyous time and challenge. During October, remember to celebrate the discovery of America on Columbus Day. We will also commemorate the tragic event that occurred in Beirut, Lebanon at the Beirut Memorial. Be sure to take advantage of fall festivals, hay rides, pumpkin farms, the Onslow County Fair, and be safe trick or treating on Halloween night. Be sure to take advantage of Marine Corps Family Team Buildings four Beyond the Brief workshops designed for participants to gain a deeper insight to those issues that most concern families before, during and after a deployment. All participants are guaranteed to meet other family members with whom they share things in common with AND learn something, whether this is the first or fifth deployment. Last but not least, as highlighted in green on the front page of this newsletter, on Thursday, 15 September, the FRO has scheduled a luncheon for spouses of deployed Marines and Sailors, and on Monday, September 19, another Jump-N-Jax potluck dinner, just for our families. As always, I encourage you to take advantage of at least one opportunity in this newsletter, whether it is family, financial or physical fitness. Semper Fi! John P. Flynn Major, USMC

This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave. ~Elmer Davis
Reflection on September 11
Chaplain Michael Tomlinson

I was commissioned a Lieutenant in the United States Navy in April of 2001. In June of that year I was at the chaplains school and graduated in August. On 9 SEP I was on a plane out of LaGuardia International Airport headed for La Maddalena, Sardinia the homeport of the USS EMORY S LAND (AS 39). As we were winging our way east I was afforded a beautiful view of the Twin Towers. At about that time the young lady sitting next to me asked, Do you think terrorists will ever attack America? Not being a prophet I answered, No! This is America. They will attack us around the world, but never here. (I said this despite predicting at chaplain school wed be fighting militant Islam within a year). Sadly, just two days later we were at war with militant/extremist Islam. On USN ships it is tradition that prior to 2200 the Chaplain will offer an evening prayer. On September 11, 2001 I was asked to give my first official prayer as a USN chaplain. Filled with the same spirit of righteous indignation that animated the hearts of all red blooded Americans I sought Gods justice for the perpetrators of this dastardly deed. Ten years later, I was asked to have the benediction for the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony onboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan. Below is my prayer that I think reflects the warrior ethos of the USMC and the men and women of the US military who have kept our country safe for 10 years and exacted justice on our nations enemies. Almighty God of justice, we thank you that our flag still flies, a sign we will not submit to the forces of evil, intolerance and repression. It still flies thanks to the spirit of sacrifice that animated British born Col. Rick Rescorla (US Army Retired), a Vietnam veteran who is credited with saving the lives of more than 2,700 people in the World Trade Center, but lost his trying to save more. Lord, in the wake of the cowardly attack on 9/11 President George W. Bush told the first responders at ground zero in NYC that he heard them, the world heard them and the people who knocked these buildings down will hear all of us soon! For the last 10 yrs. Americas enemies have been hearing from us as the US military has meted out justice to them. Illustrative of this is USN SEALS bringing Osama bin Laden to account for the blood on his hands. Lord for this retributive justice we give thanks. Ten years ago this day in my first command and first official prayer as a USN chaplain, paraphrasing Ps. 59, I asked and still petition, God, save us from our enemies. Protect us from those who come against us. Save us from those who do evil and from murderers . . . Cruel people attack us . . . We have done nothing wrong, but they were ready to attack us. . . You are the LORD God AllPowerful . . . Arise and punish those people . . . God we thank you that our flag flies high and ask you bless the USMC, our brave allies and God Bless America. In your holy and precious name we pray amen.

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, Chaps 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

From the First Sergeant

1stSgt Jerry Lopez

From the Family Readiness Officer (FRO)

Mr. Jos L. Padilla

October is already here with fall making its way in and the holidays approaching we are more than half way through our deployment. Your warriors have done nothing less than the best ensuring that the mission is accomplished. This past month has been one of the busiest months for the forward with our Marines and Sailors checking in and out. Welcome to the Marines and Sailors that just arrived; I know your knowledge and professionalism will surpass your predecessors. These new Warriors of the forward havent missed a beat and are moving on with great attitude and initiative. I would like to thank the Marines and Sailors that are returning to their loved ones for their professionalism, selfless service, and willingness to go the extra mile to support and accomplish the mission. Also, in the past month we had one Marine recognized for his hard work and accomplishments, Lance Corporal Louis Cisneros (PSD) was promoted to Corporal, Combat Meritorious. We also have a new addition to the 2d MLG family: Joseph Adam Schuckert, son of Staff Sergeant Frederick and Alisha Schuckert (LS Det.), born on 10 September. Congratulations to the family and we would like to welcome our new baby devil pup to the family. Last but not least I want to thank our family and friends for their constant support and dedication to make sure that these Marines and Sailors keep a high morale.

Semper Fi! Jerry E. Lopez 1stSgt Lopez, USMC

Greetings! September brought rain, school and those crazy weather swings that actually have some pretty nice days to enjoy. We have some inbound flights; which means some of your Marines and Sailors are coming home! Information flow with the small groups that have already returned and those that departed was exceptional. We expect it will continue as the groups get larger. Our delivery of homecoming information to each of you, hinges on your Marine/Sailors designation of you as a contact. We must have a valid email address and contact information for you. Rest assured that once I have both a flight timeline and a by-name roster with your Marine/Sailors name on itI will contact you with Homecoming information. It is very important that you remain patient and allow us the time to organize and prepare for these arrivals. In addition, be ready to react to notification by having a flexible travel plan that allows you to adjust to sudden changes. Please continue to Like our CLR-27 Facebook web page: CLR-27 Facebook Web Page We post to this page almost daily concerning general information, available resources, articles, links to flyers and other websites and anything else that may interest or assist our Marines, Sailors and their families. If you have any comments, questions or concerns or need assistance, please contact me at 451-1284 or email me at jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil. God Bless, Jos

Opportunities and Resources

2d MLG Facebook: 2d MLG Facebook CLR-27 Facebook: CLR-27 Facebook

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

EXTRA! EXTRA! Read All About It! Photos, Videos & Articles of Your 2d MLG Marines and Sailors in Afghanistan. See our Warriors Log here: Warrior's Log

Location: Beirut Memorial Time: 2PM Contact: Jacki Huneycutt Phone: 910 451-7440 Remembering those who died in the October 23, 1983 bomb blast in Beirut and others associated with this event.

Onslow County Fair

Oct 4 - 9, 2011

Free Personal Financial Management Classes 6 Oct Taking Control of Your Finances 13 Oct Car Buying: Getting a Fair Deal 20 Oct Investment Basics Financial Counseling MCCS Bldg 302, Holcomb Blvd. To register, please call 910-451-2865 / 0174. Individual appointments are also available. Call 451-2865 or email at ellsrr@usmc-mccs.org or SummervilleL@usmcmccs.org.

Location: Onslow County Fair Grounds

Onslow Oktoberfest Saturday, October 22, 2011

Location: Riverwalk in Downtown Jacksonville Time: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Contact: Onslow Community Outreach

Columbus Day Monday, October 10th

Annual Beirut Memorial Observance Sunday, October 23, 2011

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

Baby Budget Workshop 7 and 21 October: 0900-1100; Workforce Learning Center, Bldg 524 The Budget for Baby workshop will teach budgeting techniques & the impact a baby has on a family's finances. A FREE layette is available to all USMC/USN families who attend that class and are expecting a baby. The layettes contain brand name infant items and a handmade blanket. Call 451-5346/5584 to register for the next class. Baby and Me at the MCX MCX issues a $10 gift card when a parent brings birth certificate to the Customer Service desk within 30 days of the birth. Pregnancy (Prenatal & Postnatal Up to 6 Months) Exercise Class Prenatal and Postnatal (up to 6 months), exercise includes resistance training and yoga. Open to all eligible TRICARE Beneficiaries, Childcare is available at TT2 Fitness Center only. Register for Childcare in the TT2 Fitness Center Playroom at TT2 Childcare Development Center 450-1681. Mondays & Wednesdays at TT2 Fitness Center 1030-1130. Thursdays at French Creek Fitness Center 1530-1630. To register call: Naval Hospital Health Promotion & Wellness. RECOMMENDED FOR SPOUSES, FIANCS & EXTENDED FAMILIES OF DEPLOYED MARINES AND SAILORS Beyond the Brief: 6-week Fall Series of Resiliency Workshops This is a 6-week series that provides information in a relaxed, interactive, informal atmosphere. If you are unable to attend one or more sessions, then simply attend any that you can.

Parenting Class: Cooperative Parenting and Divorce 12/13 October: 1830-2030 This workshop will help you create a partnership with your former spouse to build a strong coparent relationship for your child. Gives separated and divorcing parents the power to make positive changes to shield children from conflict and help establish a positive, long term relationship with the childs other parent. Location: MCFTB Office, LCH 4012A, MWP MFS Annex Phone: 910-450-8467

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

READINESS AND DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT WORKSHOPS Kids in the Midst Workshop 21 October: 1830-2130 Kids-N-Deployment Workshop No October class scheduled This is 2 workshops in 1, both a parents and childrens workshop. Parents on one side, children on the other. Offers both parents and children coping skills needed to sustain them during the deployment; the parents side focuses on childrens emotional and behavioral challenges as well as coping strategies and resources to utilize during the deployment. Contact: (910) 451-0176 Hours: 0730-1600 Monday-Friday LC4012A Butler Drive, Midway Park Free childcare is available for attending workshops. You MUST contact Brewster CDC to register, 450-8467. The FOCUS Project This project intends to assist family members by alleviating deployment-induced stress. It intends to enhance family communication and support by developing a shared family narrative about the deployment experiences. It provides individual and community level consultations, workshops, and skill-building groups designed to support family resilience. Family-friendly hours. 798 Brewster Blvd, Bldg 40, Russell Ctr, Camp Lejeune Call: 910.450.5631/2/3/5 MCCS Lejeune Focus Project www.focusproject.org

Marine and Family Services Center Russell Marine & Family Services Center is in Bldg 40, Brewster Blvd, and has a website:
MCCS Lejeune Marine and Family Service Center

NACRRA USMC DEPLOYMENT RESPITE CARE PROGRAM In response to the Global War on Terrorism, the Onslow County Partnership for Children (OCPC) has contracted with the National Association of Childcare Resource and Referral Agencies (NACRRA) to provide respite care services. Military families who have a deployed family member and are affiliated with Camp Lejeune, New River Air Station and Cherry Point Air Station are eligible for up to 16 hours per month of free child care. Contact OCPC at 938-0336.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

Company Leadership Military Connection: Job Resources Woman-owned business located in Simi Valley, CA. Since 1999, their mission is to serve active duty and reserve military, veterans, retirees, DOD civil servants, and spouses and dependents. Offers many job resources. http://www.militaryconnection.com FREE stuffcheckout Military One Source. https://www.militaryonesource.com Military One Source includes FREE TAX filing assistance. Also, free books, to include best sellers, playaways (books on MP3s) and notification of free/special discounts for places such as Disney Parks. Visit the website and utilize the FREE services provided. First Sergeant First Sergeant Jerry Lopez Email: jerry.lopez@afg.usmc.mil Chaplain LCDR Michael Tomlinson Email: michael.tomlinson@afg.usmc.mil CLICK BELOW TO SEARCH FOR FALL EVENTS IN YOUR AREA: Commanding Officer Major John Flynn Email: john.flynn@afg.usmc.mil Executive Officer Captain Gregory Ryan Scott Email: gregory.scott@afg.usmc.mil

Pumpkin Patches, Hayrides, Festivals, Corn mazes, etc.

Health Promotion Classes Free for both service members & family members. Drug & Alcohol abuse, Public Health (Stress Management, Anger Management, Healthy Communication, Nutrition, etc.) Bldg 302, Holcomb Blvd. To register, call 910.451.2865. MCCS Lejeune Health Promotion Classes 2d MLG Websites HQSVC Company (Forward) Website 2d MLG Facebook 2d MLG PAO YouTube 2d MLG Website CLR-27 Website

Fall

FREE Workshops for all military family members at Career Management Resource Center (CMRC)! Workshops include topics such as Skills Assessment, Resum Writing tips, and Federal Employment Guidelines. For more information, call 451-3212, email debra.singleton@usmc.mil, visit Bldg 40, or the CMRCs website at:
MCCS Lejeune Career Management Resource Center

Camp Lejeune Commissary Store Hours

Normal Hours Sun: 1100 - 1800 Mon: 0930 - 2000 Tue: 0930 - 2000 Wed: 0930 - 2000 Thu: 0930 - 2000 Fri: 0930 - 2000 Sat: 0900 - 1900

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

MCFTB Location: Midway Park Marine Corps Family Team Building has moved to Building LC-4102A, Butler Drive, in the Midway Park Marine and Family Services Annex. Hours are Monday to Friday from 0730-1600. 451-0176. Also, moved are the New Parent Support Group and Children Youth and Teen Programs, which are also located here. FREE Child Care for MCFTB events If you have not done so, please register your children in order to take advantage of the FREE childcare. To utilize the FREE childcare services provided by the Brewster Childcare Development Center (CDC) during MCFTB training or CDC-supported unit functions, you must register your children at the CDC & Youth Pavilion located at Midway Park. The CDC provides childcare for registered children between the ages of six-weeks-old and up to 12-years-old. Prior to events, parents must call 450-8467 to make their reservations as soon as possible but at least 72 hours in advance. All children must be registered with Children, Youth, and Teen Programs (have a white card). Registration may be completed at the Resource & Referral Office, Bldg LCH 4012, Butler Drive, Midway Park (next to the Midway Park Chapel), (910) 449-9552 or 449-9563 Mon-Fri, 0800-1600. Please bring child's shot records to register and a copy of the most recent medical physical, if available.

USO & Rocket Life Productions Free Photo Book Free photo book for military from USO and Rocket Life Productions. Click on the below USO patch:

Military ID Cards for 10th Birthday Camp Lejeune Reception Center, Bldg 59, is open 0630 1800 Monday through Thursday and 0630 - 1600 on Fridays. The Courthouse Bay ID Card Center is the satellite ID card center, located in Bldg BB-12. Hours of operation 0730 1600, Monday through Friday.

Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx

September Family Events

Child Care? (Cost) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No

Date 4-Oct-11 4-Oct-11 4-Oct-11 6-Oct-11 11-Oct-11 11-Oct-11 11-Oct-11 12-13 Oct 13-Oct-11 15-Oct-11 17-Oct-11 18-Oct-11 18/19 Oct 21-Oct-11 18-Oct-11 21-Oct-11 25-Oct-11 25/26 Oct 25-27 Oct 27-Oct-11

Event Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours Beyond The Brief #5: Effects of COS Four Lenses Part II: Family Thrival LINKS (Spouse) LINKS (Japanese) Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours
Beyond The Brief #6: Mastering the Juggling Act

Location MCFTB Russell Center MCFTB LINKS (Midway Prk) LINKS (Midway Prk) MCFTB Russell Center MCFTB MCFTB LINKS (Midway Prk) Jump-N-Jax MCFTB MCFTB Russell Center Russell Center
B327 CLR27 Conf Rm

Time 1100 1830 1830 0900 0900 1100 1830 1830 1830 0900 1800 1100 1830 1830 1830 1330 1100 1700 1830 1830

Sponsor MCFTB MCFTB MCFTB LINKS LINKS MCFTB MCFTB MCFTB MCFTB LINKS CLR27 MCFTB MCFTB MCFTB CLR27 CLR27 MCFTB LINKS CREDO MCFTB

Cooperative Parenting and Divorce Return and Reunion (Spouses) LINKS (Spouse) HS FWD Jump-N-Jax Pot Luck Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours 7 Habits for Military Families In The Midst CLR27 Volunteer Meeting/Trng Command Team Meeting Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours LINKS (Spouse) Marriage Enrichment (PREP) Kids-N-Reunion

MCFTB LINKS (Midway Prk) CREDO Russell Center

FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the composition of 2d MLG (Fwd)? A: It is comprised of Headquarters and Service Company [HQSVC Company (Forward)], two Combat Logistics Battalions, an Engineer Support Battalion, MAGTF Support Battalion (elements of Dental, Maintenance, Medical, and Supply Battalion), and an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Company. Each battalion has its own FRO. HQSVC Company (Forward)'s FRO is not only our company FRO, but he is also CLR-27's FRO. Q: I would like to receive email updates from HQSVC Company, 2d MLG (Fwd) FRO while my Marine or Sailor is deployed. How can I get added to the distribution list? A: Contact the FRO, Jose Padilla at (910) 451-1284 or via email at jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil. Q: Who should I contact if I have any additional questions, needs or concerns? A: You should contact the FRO, Mr. Jos Padilla. Q: Prior to the deployment, Marines and Sailors were informed that Wi Fi would be available. When will it become available? A: Camp Leatherneck now has a free service operational in our billeting area. Camp Dwyer has limited free services and some pay services. Q: What is my Marines / Sailors mailing address? A: (RANK) (FIRST NAME, MIDDLE INITIAL, LAST NAME), 2D MLG FWD, S-1, 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 provided from his authorized HQSVC points of contact from Afghanistan. Your patience will be appreciated during this time. The larger flights will be returning in mid-August & late-September. Q: How can I view previous editions of the HQSVC Company, 2d MLG (Forward) family newsletters? A: Please visit HQSVC Company (Fwd) webpage.
Family Readiness Officer Mr. Jos L. Padilla, Jr, 910-451-1284, Cell 910-352-0919, or email jose.l.padilla@usmc.mil, 2d MLG (Fwd) website http://www.marines.mil/unit/2ndmlg/Pages/default.aspx