The Claw (Dec 2011)

The Claw
Newsletter
Serving the Soldiers and Families of Task Force Talon

V O LUME 1 , I SSUE 2

The Claw 15 D E CE MBE R 2011

A Few Words from
Talon 6
From Talon 6

To all family members and friends of Task Force Talon, I
would like to take this opportunity to inform you that your
TF Talon Troopers have been performing magnificently
here in Afghanistan. The Talon Troopers have provided
our brothers and sisters within Regional Command East
with record-setting aviation support. Since 17 October,
the Task Force has safely moved over 11,133 soldiers
and civilians throughout Afghanistan; executed over
1200 MEDEVAC rescue missions; provided an incredibly
responsive, 24hr quick reaction force for the entire re-
gion; pumped over 110,000 gallons of fuel in support of
both aviation and ground missions and maintained an
impressive operational readiness rate despite flying over
9,500 flight hours.
As busy as we are, the Task Force Talon Troopers have
found a way to embrace the Holiday season. Each and
every one of you has helped us in this endeavor. We
have been receiving overwhelming support from so
many grateful, patriotic Americans. I would like to per-
sonally thank you on behalf of all the Talon Troopers.
“TALON FOR A DAY, We will continue working hard to make a difference here
and look forward to our return to you all. Until next
TALON FOR LIFE!” time…

Sincerely,
LTC LANDY D. DUNHAM
TALON 6

T HE C LAW P AGE 3

Happy
Holidays
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving day here in Afghanistan. Task Force Talon soldiers
geared up with personally decorated hats and high spirits to serve at the Aviation DFAC here on
Bagram Air Field, Nov. 24th. Believe me, we had a delicious selection of some of our favorite
menu items.
From sweet potatoes, Mac and cheese, cornbread stuffing, broccoli and cheese, Turkey,
Ham, and prime rib to pecan pie, Baskin Robbins Ice Cream, and Eggnog, we had plenty of food
to devour. At times, people had to be rolled outside because they were so full.
Knowing that it has taken us over a month to work off what we consumed on Thanksgiv-
ing , we are already anticipating the delicious cuisine for Christmas day. Yummy!
With every care package that is sealed and shipped to us Talons here in Afghanistan, your
love has not been forgotten. We love our hand-decorated Christmas stockings and out various
color Santa hats.

P AGE 4 V O LUME 1 , I SSUE 2

Ladies and Gentleman
It is my pleasure to introduce you to our first game of...

NAME THAT STACHE!
Where the families guess what mustache belongs to what Soldier!?!?!

1. 6. A. SGT KENNEDY (ALPHA 2-211)

B. MAJ UHL, C. (HHC 3-82)

2. 7.
C. CPT HAYES, J. (HHC 3-82)

D. SGT BROWN, D. (ECHO 3-82)
3. 8.
E. SSG YU, D. (HHC 3-82)

4. 9. F. CW3 TRIPLETT, M. (ALPHA 3-82)

G. SGT TUTT,J. (ECHO 3-82)

5.
10. H. SGT COFFEY, M. (DELTA 3-82)

I. CW3 HERNANDEZ, D. (HHC 3-82)

J. MSG JOHNSON (ALPHA 2-211)

10. C 9. G 8. B 7. J 6. I 5. A 4. H 3. E 2. F 1. D
Answers:

Keep on stache’n on...

T HE C LAW P AGE 5

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Talon had its first BBQ
here on Bagram, 3 DEC
2011. There were ham-
burgers, hotdogs,
steaks, beans, potato
salad and hand-made
cake.
Thank you to all the
TROOPERS for making
this whole BBQ possible.
It was delicious… .
Yummmmmmmm!


Chaplains Corner
Bah! Humbug! The enduring exclamation of Ebenezer Scrooge from Charles Dickens’ A
Christmas Carol can too easily be the sentiment of Soldier and Family Member alike
during a Christmas separation. It is difficult to be away from home, especially during the
holidays. Christmas is a celebration which almost mandates spending time with those
we love, but most of us will remain thousands of miles away this Christmas.
However, as we approach December 25, we need not turn into Scrooges. The enduring
themes of the season can still be experienced during this deployment. Family gather-
ings, gift exchanges, and religious worship can all be achieved with a little creative
thinking. Though we cannot be physically present with our families to celebrate the sea-
son, we can spend time on the phone or online with those we love. Plan a day during
this season to spend extra time on the phone. Talk about what is special, and reflect on
Christmases past while looking forward to future ones. Even though Soldiers can’t shop
for gifts at the mall, there is always online shopping, local trinkets, or handmade gifts
that can be sent home as we receive gifts mailed to us. While Families are worshiping
back home Soldiers can do the same at Christmas Eve and Christmas services, Mass,
and special events provided at Bagram chapels. Families can share with one another
the messages they hear, the carols they sing, and the inspiration they feel from the reli-
gious events they attend.
Even though these things aren’t as good as being home for the holiday, they are oppor-
tunities for us to stay closely connected during an important time of year. By doing
these and other things we can avoid the “Bah! Humbug!” and instead have a meaning-
ful and blessed Christmas with our Families. So, allow yourself to transform from the
Scrooge that Ebenezer was to the Scrooge he became: kind, generous, and the em-
bodiment of the Christmas spirit.
CH (CPT) Marlon W. Brown

T HE C LAW P AGE 7

GLADIATORS
Living conditions for Talon troopers are on the rise as the Task Force completes its
move into Containerized Housing, also known as Corimecs. The containers each con-
tain a bunk bed, two mattresses, two wall lockers, and whatever the ingenuity of the indi-
vidual can dream up and make with 2x4"s and plywood. We have seen everything from
desks, tables, lofted beds, to projector stands and elevated flooring and benches for the
showers. Talon Troopers are getting hard-line internet in their billets, which helps with
staying in touch during the holiday season. While the winter is settling in, the operational
tempo remains high, and Gladiators will stay frosty during the coming months.


ANIMALS
Hello again from the 2-211th. Like most of you, our living conditions have greatly improved since
our last reading. No longer do we wake up covered in dust, or compete with various insects for a
place to live. We no longer have to traverse puddles and watch for vehicles as we go to/from the
shower. The only thing that would make it better, I dare say, is if the Taliban all went away and we
could all go home. For now, we’ll take the better living quarters.
Our four month mark of being in Afghanistan has now come. The experiences we have had have
only strengthened us as a unit. Our crew chiefs continue to grow in knowledge and understanding.
The soldiers we have attached to Delta Company continue to maintain and support not only Alpha 2
-211th, but the rest of the Talon family as well. They are being crossed trained into the Chinook air-
frame, an experience they would not have been afforded elsewhere.
One soldier who has particularly stood out this last little while
is SPC Widerburg. SPC Widerburg came to us as a PFC from
Echo Company back in Utah. Returning from AIT, SPC
Widerburg was informed that he would no longer be working in
an 88M capacity, but would be going to Afghanistan as a door
gunner instead. Though a bit shocked, SPC Widerburg was
not daunted by his new position. He went through RL Pro-
gression quickly and has been an asset since his arrival. SPC
Widerburg is not just a door gunner in our company, but he is
also learning the craft of our 15 Tango’s. He assists with
maintenance of the aircraft along with the launching and re-
covery of missions. We would be hard pressed to find any-
body who had any negative comments that were attached to
SPC Widerburg. He is a junior leader in our midst. He moti-
vates, inspires, and constantly supports those around him. It
is our honor to claim him as one of our own.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to the entire Talon family from all of us here at the 2-211th.
May we find joy this Holiday season in what is hopefully our last Christmas away from family and
friends.

T HE C LAW P AGE 9

REGRET
Happy Holidays from the REGRET Family!
What a month it has been! In addition to flying all over RC-East every day, Alpha Company REGRET has
been keeping busy with care packages and Christmas decorating over the course of the last month.
REGRET Officers and Soldiers are thankful this season for SO many things. First, we have received count-
less care packages and letters this month from families, churches, and anonymous organizations. We can’t
say THANK YOU enough – your support means the world to us, and reminds us of how many people we
have “rooting for us” back at home. We even have the opportunity to bring goodies we receive out to the
more remote outposts where Soldiers do not receive mail as frequently as we do.
We were very thankful to have the chance to celebrate Thanksgiving here at Bagram. Though we certainly
missed our families and home-made meals, we celebrated the Holiday by bringing Commanders all over the
battlefield to visit their Soldiers on Thanksgiving. It was a unique, though gratifying, way to spend our Holi-
day.
REGRET is also very thankful (believe it or not!) for our BUSY schedule! Now, with 16 UH60s, we are flying
more hours each week than any company in the Brigade. Our missions are interesting and dynamic, allowing
us to travel to all the corners of RC-East. With each Pilot and Crew Chief flying at least 4 days a week, the
time here is absolutely FLYING by, and we hope the year continues to go quickly for all of us.
We continue to be thankful for the arrival of healthy babies at home! Alpha Company helped celebrate the
arrival of the newest Mustang, 1SG Lonneman’s third baby, Russell Matthew, born on November 28 th. We
smoked several cigars in your honor, Russ!
And finally, we are most thankful for a safe three first months of this deployment. As 2011 comes to a close,
we will miss celebrating Christmas and New Years with our families – but look forward to the beginning of
2012! That is, after all, the year we will come home. THANK YOU again for all the support…we’ll see you
soon!
CPT Kerney Perlik
REGRET 36

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FLIPPERS
The Flippers have had big changes in recent weeks. The SP CW4 Larry Tho-
mas and outgoing Company Commander Captain Adam McCoy have gone. They left
just after the change of command on December 2nd making way for a changing of the
guard. Incoming Commander Captain Dwayne Young and newly appointed SP CW3
Dave Facio have taken charge intending on continuing Flipper excellence for years to
come. Also, we welcome into the world the newest member of the Flipper team. 1 st Flt
Platoon Leader Ronald Braasch’s son was welcomed into the world on Thanksgiving
24 November 2011 at 0619 in the morning. The little bundle of joy, named Ronald Wil-
liam Braasch IV, was born 7 pounds 7 ounces and 20.5 inches long. He and his
mother are doing well. Lastly, MTP CW3 Joe Mayo won the Modern Warfare 3 Tourna-
ment in stunning fashion, Knifing CW2 Pete Bjorkman in the face for the final kill. RIP.

T HE C LAW P AGE 1 1

SPARTANS
As the temperature dips, the layers of FREE gear grow. The Soldiers of B Co. trickle into their new
abodes and fortunately every soldier has climate control in each of their new “B-huts” on the War-
rior side of town. Granted Camp Albert had a homey District 9 type feel, but the new accommoda-
tions allow the Soldiers to have a shorter commute and safer residence. With the 82nd came an am-
ped up optempo. This has only driven the Soldiers of B Co. to perform. Flying almost twice hours
than any other Chinook unit in RC-East was only possible with the supplementation of the 82nd
Staff. They have been crucial to the success of B Co. and Task Force Talon. While the huge effort
put forth by the 82nd staff cannot be ignored, neither can the effort of our crew dogs. Being short-
handed most of the month has increased each Enlisted Soldiers’ workload dramatically. These Sol-
diers have stepped up to the plate. They have continued to make mission and even deliver care
packages to the outlying FOBs. This service has allowed the isolated Soldiers here in RC-East to
have some of the niceties we might take for granted. This sort of caring was not just done in the
Christmas spirit even though we call it “Chinook Santa”. The Soldiers of B Co. have been delivering
care packages to outlying FOBs almost since their arrival in Theater. “Chinook Santa” is a program
started by SGT Paul Roberts and supported mainly by our friends from VFWs throughout Texas.
Accounts from thankful recipients can be viewed on Facebook. This program will continue through-
out our deployment and handed off to our replacements when we leave.
Happy Holidays Task Force Talon!


DUSTOFF
Greetings and Happy Holidays Talon Family!
From all the Dustoff Troopers here, I’d like to send a warm holiday greeting to all of you back home.
Another month has passed and the team continues to do amazing work. This past month has been
busy, surprisingly, and filled with countless examples of dedication to the MEDEVAC mission by your
loved ones.
I do have to report that 1SG and I accepted the spades challenge by DUSTOFF’s 3rd Platoon at
Shank…with predictable results. I have a hard time finding the right adjective to describe the game,
shocking, brutal, brief… CW3 Phipps didn’t really need the pen he was reaching for in the picture.
1SG and I are still looking for worthy adversaries. We will see if anybody else accepts our challenge.
Ping Pong (or as 1SG says, “Table Tennis”) continues to be a source of amusement here at Bagram.
I know everyone’s reaction might be that it isn’t a real “manly” game, but I assure you that the games
get intense, and SPC King, 1SG or CPT Downs often spend the evening bouncing ping pong balls off
of people, including myself.
Congratulations to our Troopers who were promoted this month. We are immensely proud of both
SGT Sciacca and SSG Wengeler, and I think everyone would agree these promotions are long over-
due.
We have been receiving a ton of packages from family, friends, and even some strangers with every
conceivable necessity….and we are using every bit of it. I shudder to think how much coffee is con-
sumed daily just here in Bagram. Usually, especially in the holiday season, there are boxes spread all
over with the bounty sent from home. You won’t find any of that here, we are using it all. There have
even been “alleged” incidents of Starbucks theft, sugar hoarding or creamer pilfering…..somehow they
all seem to revolve around 1LT Wiese. Joking aside, thank you all so much for sending these pack-
ages, keep them coming!
We were lucky to have ABC Nightline embedded with us for a week or so this month. Hours of inter-
views and ride alongs resulted in the piece broadcast on Thanksgiving. I do have to apologize, yes, I
was beeped….but for all of you who attended the farewell FRG meeting, you understand.
In this holiday season I am certain each Dustoff Soldier’s thoughts turn to home, family, friends and
fellowship. Please keep the pictures coming. I cannot express how much it means to receive the sup-
port from the home front that you guys are giving each and every day. To each of these Soldiers it is
clear on their faces how much getting an email, letter, picture or package means.


DARKHORSE
GREETINGS DARKHORSE FAMILY AND FRIENDS! This month, D Company has been very
busy leaving their mark all over Bagram, from the flawless maintenance being performed by
our Troopers to our company stickers, to making a new sign for the entry to the airfield.
Thanks to our airframe shop, the Battalion has a new sign at the entry to the airfield. SPC
Cogdell, SPC Harrison, and SSG Chiu did a great job curring the Talon bird of prey out of
1/4” sheet metal! We have fostered a great relationship with a nearby Air Force Maintenance
Company, and they provided the vinyl backing. LTC Dunham and CSM Evans both were very
impressed and proud to have such a recognizable and well-made symbol. In fact, the Com-
mander and CSM presented Battalion coins to our industrious Troopers. GREAT JOB,
DARKHORSE!

Many of our Troopers are working on getting flight physicals so they can be door gunners
on the Blackhawks and Chinooks. Once they complete their flight physical, they can begin
the training process. Not only do they have to show proficiency with their weapon, but they
have to be able to guide the pilots safely to their landing areas and clear the aircraft of all
obstacles. It is a big responsibility, but we know all the Dark Horses will do great!

Delta Company was recently called upon to recover a downed OH-58D, and the Troopers an-
swered the call flawlessly. SFC Derk, SGT Bond, SPC Makela, PFC Greene and PFC Grim
went to a nearby French base and rigged the aircraft for a Chinook sling load. CW5 Shober
was the pilot for the sling load. (Not to brag, but our predecessors were not able to complete
a successful sling load.)

Finally, we have moved! Don’t worry, the mailing address is still the same, but we now live
on the same side of the airfield as we work. This means no more buses, since now we can
walk. We are
now living in brand-new “CHUs” (Containerized Housing Units). Most rooms have 2 people
in them, which is better than the 5-person rooms we had previously. And if you still need our
address, it is below and to the right. Despite the distance between, the Darkhorse Troopers
and the Talon Family keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We wish all of you a
Happy Holidays and until next time… RIDE OR DIE!!!


WAR DAWGS
A couple of months have gone by since 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade hit ground in Bagram, Afghanistan
and it has been “All The Way” since then. The majority of Echo Company is stationed at Bagram, with the Distri-
bution Platoon supporting two separate Forward Arming and Refueling Points (FARP); one at FOB Mether Lam
and the other at FOB Morales Frazier. Here at Bagram, we were living in plywood “B-Huts”. However, we have
just moved into new metal containerized lodging known as CORIMEX, which is a significant improvement in our
quality of life. Our Troopers are enjoying the new rooms.
The Wardawgs bid farewell to CPT Jim Beecher on 25 November during our Change of Command cere-
mony. We wish CPT Beecher and his wife Lauren all the best the Army and the world has to offer and many
thanks for the hard work and devotion to Echo Company. We also welcome CPT Eric Wrinkle as the new Com-
mander and his wife Debbie to our family.
The Distribution Platoon Led by 1LT Bogardus and SFC Parson has been steadily improving their foxhole
with a major fuel distribution redesign at FOB Methar Lam. SSG Kiser and his crew put the finishing touches on
a two week long project designed to increase the efficiency for refueling aircraft on ground and create a more
accurate system for fuel accountability. The Distro team replaced two 50 thousand gallon bags and leveled the
foundation for the fuel bags. Additionally, they redesigned the hose and pump distribution system, vastly improv-
ing fuel pressure for aviation refueling, ground vehicle refueling and bulk fuel resupply. This project was com-
pleted a week earlier than planned and was accomplished while continuing to provide World Class Aviation Lo-
gistical Support. Pumpin ain’t easy, but it sure is fun.
The Maintenance section, lead by CW2 Hillard , SFC Diaz and SFC Ramos was hard at work conduct-
ing everyday business along with time consuming Change of Command inventories, constructing improvements
to their HAZMAT shed, and updating required safety literature. SGT Brown D. was recognized by Commanding
General CJTF-1 MG Allyn, for outstanding maintenance support while traveling to multiple Forward Operating
Bases in order to keep our fuel delivery pumps operating. And SGT Anderson has been busy with the important
additional duty of building shelves and beds for the soldiers of Echo Company in their new lodging. All additional
tasks were accomplished while maintaining TF Talon’s ground fleet by conducting scheduled and unscheduled
maintenance for essential vehicles for their daily missions.
Of Course we can’t forget the many long hours our brothers and sisters in DFAC section led by SFC
Archer, who work to bring our Trooper’s food on a daily basis as well as the extraordinary Thanksgiving meal.
Additionally, SGT Nash baked an amazing hand decorated cake for our Change of Command ceremony. Out at
the Aviation Dining Facility, the morale is high, the dining is fine, and all our food service Troopers passed their
APFT this month. Congratulations and thank you.
The Troopers of Echo Company 3-82nd Aviation Regiment are excelling as a team, improving living con-
ditions, and streamlining service and support to Task Force Talon every day. Be proud of your Wardawgs, they
are doing great work.


BLACKHORSE
Well, another month has gone by and we thought we’d properly introduce ourselves. We are Fox Troop,
BlackHorse Cavalry. We have 6 x OH-58D’s Kiowa and 7 x AH-64D’s Apache helicopters. First Sergeant
likes to say, “we are the eyes, ears and guns of the Task Force”. Our mission is to conduct reconnaissance,
security and attack missions. A lot of times we escort our lift brothers into known hot LZ’s to provide fire sup-
port if they take fire. The Apache’s cover the whole Brigade’s Area. The Kiowa’s up to this point have
worked in support of American, French, Korean and Polish ground forces.
Many of our pilots have served deployments before to Iraq or Afghanistan before. Not all of these deploy-
ments were as pilots, for some this is their first deployment as a pilot. It is a growing experience for all of us
as we continue to adapt to the mission and the enemy.
We had a very enjoyable Thanksgiving. We took the majority of the Troop to the Aviation DFAC. We had an
excellent meal that was served by the battalion staff. On the 10th of December, we will be having a BBQ to
celebrate Fox Troop’s first Birthday!
We have a great team of crew chiefs who continue to work their magic. They work extremely hard to ensure
the aircraft are ready to go on mission. When we have been in tight spots due to aircraft that are down for
serious issues, they work non-stop to ensure the remaining birds are able to continue with the mission.
The crews chiefs magical powers have even surprised senior maintenance test pilots. A few days ago one of
our aircraft lost hydraulic oil in an outlying base about 15 miles from our airfield. When our Platoon Sergeant
arrived on the scene with a CW5 maintenance test pilot, they discovered the malfunction. Our Platoon Ser-
geant called back to the hangar and asked the crew chiefs to find the part. Within minutes, the crew chiefs
found the part and were aboard a Blackhawk flying out to deliver the part. As the Blackhawk was flying out,
the CW5 turned to our platoon sergeant and said, “Your guys don’t have the correct part. You can’t order that
part, it has to be manufactured because that part rarely breaks.”
Our Platoon Sergeant looked at the CW5 and said, “If our crew chiefs say they have the part, they have the
part.”
A few moments later the Blackhawk arrived, our crew chief ran out and delivered the part. Not only was it the
right part, it was installed within 5 minutes and in another 5 minutes our downed aircraft was taking off behind
the Blackhawk that had just delivered the part. They are an impressive crew!
Christmas time is near and the office has been decorated in the spirit of the season! We hope you all have a
very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas!
CPT Scottie Pace & 1SG Donald Adkins
BlackHorse 6 BlackHorse 7


TALONS OF THE MONTH
SPC Rhodes, Karina
Company/MOS: HHC/ 74D Chemical Specialist
Hometown: Las Angeles, CA

I collect beanie babies!
Q: What do you do on your free time?
A: Play pool at the MWR.
Q: What do you want to achieve in your MOS this
deployment?
A: Make sure everyone gets their mail!
Q: Goals for this deployment?
A: Start college courses to receive credits
Q: What do you miss most about home?
A: My daughter and family time.
Q: Would you rather…take a cold shower or sleep
an hour less?
A: Sleep an hour less because cold showers are
not relaxing.

SPC Widerburg, Jeffery
Company/MOS: A 2-211/88M Motor Transport
Operator
Hometown: Salt Lake City, UT

Owns a home in Brazil.
A: Watch movies.
deployment?
A: Move into the Aviation side of the Army.
A: Keep up the spirit and finish the long hall.
A: Family!
Q: Would you rather…always say everything that
is on your mind or never speak again?
A: Always say what is on my mind so people
know where you stand.


SPC Armstrong, Keith
Company/MOS: A 3-82 / 15T UH-60 Crew Chief
Hometown: Lancaster, SC

I don’t have any fun facts : I
A: Stay in contact with family and play MW3 on
XBOX.
deployment?
A: Reach 1000 flight hours during deployment ( Cur-
rently have 220 hrs)
A: Make it home safe
A: My family...Obviously!
Q: Would you rather… take a cold shower or sleep
and hour less?
A: Take a cold shower because sleep is amazing.

SPC Aderhold, Eric
Company/MOS: B 7-158/ 15U CH-47 Mechanic
Hometown: Canton, Georgia

I was born two months earlier than was suppose
to be.
A: I usually play video games on my free time
Q: What do you want to achieve in your MOS
this deployment?
A: I want to get signed off as a crew chief.
A: Save enough money to put a decent down
payment on a new truck.
A: Home cooked meals and driving a car.
Q: Would you rather… Take a cold shower or
sleep an hour less.
A: I’d rather sleep an hour less because I hate
the cold.


SPC Olson, Jacob
Company/MOS: C 3-82/ 15T UH-60 Crew Chief
Hometown: Augusta, Kansas

Wanted to be an architect growing up
A: Surf the web.
Q: What do you want to achieve in your MOS this deploy-
ment?
A: Gain as much knowledge as I can while I am de-
ployed.
A: Get promoted and continue to work on associates de-
gree.
A: My 2 little sisters (ages 7 and 15)
Q: Would you rather… always say what is on your mind
or never speak again?
A: I would always say what is on my mind because I like
to be engaged with people.

SPC Alvarez, Rafael
Company/MOS: D 3-82/ 15 T UH-60 Mainanence
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas

Growing up I always knew I wanted to join the
Army
A: Skype the wife
deployment?
A: I want to become more experienced
A: Achieve a 300 on my pt test
Q:What do you miss most about home?
A: I miss my family, DUH!
Q: Would you rather… take a cold shower or
sleep an hour less?
A: I would rather take a cold shower because I
NEED to shower everyday! lol


PFC Fuschetto, Lisa
Company/MOS: E 3-82/ 91B Wheel Repair Mechanic
Hometown: West Hempstead, NY

My favorite color is green.
A: Talk to my family and sleep.
Q: What do you want to achieve in your MOS this deploy-
ment?
A: Improve on my working skills and cross train in other
MOS’s.
A: Score over a 300 on my PT test and become promo-
table.
A: My friends and family and civilian clothes.
Q: Would you rather… always say what is on your mind
or never speak again?
A: Always say what is on your mind because it is better
to be honest.

SPC Acree, Daniel
Company/MOS: F Trp 1/17/ 15R Apache Mechanic
Hometown: Lincoln, Nebraska

I originally wanted to join the military to be a pilot
A: Play video games.
deployment?
A: Get promoted, if not become promotable.
A: Provide for my wife and my baby girl that is due
in March.
A: I miss my wife the most.
Q: Would you rather… take a cold shower or sleep
an hour less?
A: Sleep an hour less because I hate cold showers
and I have had my fair share of them so far this de-
ployment.


The Flipper Family
Company: B 3-82
Hometown: Fort Bragg, NC

We are Super Troopers who enjoy long walks
on the beach in formation and Mermite din-
ners by candle light.


Regardless of the war we are fighting, we are surrounded by these towering, beautiful mountains of
Afghanistan. They guard the valley we live in, painting a warm, rich sunrise for all our eyes to see
each morning. For those few minutes of sunrise, we forget about the war, the stress, the pain and the
loneliness as we journey back into the arms of our loved ones. And with those minutes, we could not
be in a happier place.


TALON FOR A DAY
MAJOR TIMMY SAYS HELLO
MAJ Timmy is a combat stress dog that has been stationed here on Bagram for 18 months.
He comes to visit all the soldiers around Bagram to boost their morale and relieve stress. MAJ
Timmy was a slobbery, energetic, adorable white Labrador that put a bright smile on every
Talons face. It reminded us how much we missed our furry friends back home. He makes
monthly visits and we cannot wait for MAJ Timmy to come back for his next visit.

Our address is still the same:

Love is missing someone whenever
you're apart, but somehow feeling LAST NAME, FIRST
warm inside because you're close in TF TALON, C/O
heart. BAGRAM, AFGHANISTAN
~Kay Knudsen APO, AE 09354

Feel free to send me an email if you have any sug-
gestions or questions. Until next time...
Keep these care packages coming! :)

SPC Porter, Amber
TF Talon PAO
amber.m.porter@us.army.mil

TALON FOR LIFE!

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