MAPLE SOUTH

Volume 7 Issue 7
July 2014
MESSAGE FROM THE MFSC
MAPLE SOUTH
YOUR FAMILY SERVICES NEWSLETTER
How do you say goodbye? You don’t. The older you become the sooner you realize it
really is a small world after all. (yes even Disney will miss me based on the number of
times I’ve been there is the last year.) We think we are resilient, adjust easily and after
years of experience can pick up and move every few years with little effort. That
couldn’t be further from the truth. We know the in’s and out’s, the pros and cons of
the military life style but in fact for many, as we get older, it becomes harder. Where
are the roots you are suppose to set down, how many family reunions do we miss, how
many deployments, TD’s and training months have we missed spouses? The adjustments are endless but at the end of the day we are a part of a much bigger family, the
military family. We may not be related but we are all in this together. We depend on
each others experience, knowledge, things we’ve failed at and a shoulder now and
then to lean on. This is what keeps us strong and prepares us for the next big adventure. I have a much better understanding of what my parents (dad who spent 43 years,
military and foreign service in 8 different countries) went through brining up a family
living out of suitcases for your entire career. It’s come full circle.
In the last four years I’ve now seen all sides of the military having for the first time
been the ‘spouse’ of a military member and worked as a civilian for the military as
opposed to wearing the uniform. It’s been incredible being able to bridge the gap and
see the military lifestyle truly from another perspective. It is equally important to have
strong and healthy families to support the military members in the success of their
mission. Now it’s time to depart knowing someday I will venture back. Perhaps as a
military spouse once again, simply a tourist or even a ‘snowbird’. Who could stay
away from truly some of the most beautiful beaches I’ve seen.
There are to many things that I will miss. I was married
Inside this Issue
Message from
here, I’m most definitely going to miss that Mouse, I fell in the CCPC
love with riding, the beach, Sweet Magnolia’s, the true
On Base
sweet southern charm and hospitality and the list goes on. In Town & The
The next chapter! Robyn will now take the reins and help
in turning the focus of the MFS into a new and exciting
adventure. Her own perspective and creativity will aid in
the transition of Tyndall Military Family Services.
Remember we are a family and I know that the family I
may be leaving behind is the same that will help to Robyn
in the quest of great family service.
Bon voyage et merci Anastasia Rees
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2&3
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Beach
In Town
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Family Farewell
6&7
Canadian Mug
Outs
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Canadian Farewells
9
TYNCAN Gang
News
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Community Info
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Calendar
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The CDC offers many
different programs, one
of which is the Give Parents A Break Program.
This allows for free child
care to military parents of
all ranks who have special needs/hardships such
as remote spouse or recent APS. It is offered
once a month and you
can contact your local MFS for more details. You will
have to fill out a completed registration packet which
can be picked up at the CDC.
Don’t forget the CDC also welcomes full time daycare for ages 6 weeks to 5yrs.
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For more information and to sign
up please call 283-4511
Looking for great classes all
at a great price, FREE? It’s
all right under your nose.
Check out what the base fitness center has to offer. There
are spin classes, yoga,
Zumba, body blast and even
TRX training. There is a full
size gym and even racket courts. Don’t like running, problem solved get on one of the many treadmills or elliptical machines and watch your favourite show. Your workout will be done before you
know it.
After just a few steps to
complete relaxation Step
into Balance and Peace and
give yourself a treat. They
have massages for everyone, even for the soon to
be new mom. Check it out!
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Movies for July
Jul 9 - Finding Nemo
Jul 23 - Shark Tale
Friends of Camp Helen State Park
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Family Farewell
The sun, sand and
did someone say
Catamaran?! I may
be biased but this
year’s farewell was
the gosh darndist
best I’ve been to.
There was something for everyone. Special thanks
to Paradise Adventures and MCpl Parent for putting together a fantastic day
and great way to say
farewell. The weather was
perfect and even the dolphins came out. There was
everything from paddle
boards and kayaks to big
kid toys and the ultimate
banana ride! There was
something for everyone
and if you weren’t up for
the adventure there was a
server on board ready for
your order so you could
kick back and relax on
the beach or on the front
of the boat. It sure is hard
to live the salt life said no
one ever.
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Family Farewell
Later in the
day with Scott
and Maryse as
gracious hosts
they put on an
incredible
spread that
keep you full
for days to
come. Along
with a few mug outs, some jammin and
karaoke, the house was filled with laughter, camaraderie and a great community
that will be missed. Keep the bond close
and never forget no matter where any of
us go we
are still
’family’.
Submitted
by Stacey Rees
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Canadian MUG OUT
MUGOUTS
Maj Mike Levangie was the SCT
Flight Commander for the last 3
years. He is posted to Halifax,
Nova Scotia.
Maj Streak Waugh was the A5
Exercise Deputy Plans at 1st Air
Force. He is posted to Bagotville, Quebec to fly CF-18s.
(hence, the smile!)
Maj Mario Larose worked in the
AOC for the last 3 years as a
SADO. He is posted to Ottawa,
Ontario.
Capt Yves Desrochers was a test
manager for the SCT Test Flight
for the past 5 years. He is posted
to Ottawa, Ontario.
Maj Dave Jane was the Chief
Contingency Training Officer at
AFCEC for the last 3 years. He is
posted to Ottawa, Ontario.
Capt Geoff Nolan was SCM
Flight Chief for 101 ACOMS. He
is posted to Ottawa, Ontario.
MCpl Nick Rees was a computer
software tester at the SCT flight for
the first 2 years. The last 2 years at
the 1st Air Force C3 Systems Integration & Analysis shop. He is posted to
the CANR Operations Centre in
Winnipeg, Manitoba.
It has been an annual tradition within the RCAF
of getting together to say farewell to our Unit
members who are posted out to other glorious locations. Sadly (more so for those departing) it is
that time of year when we must bid a fond farewell to some of our members who are posted back
to the “Great White North”. In accordance with
tradition, the members’ immediate supervisors get
to toast (roast) the departing members with many
amusing anecdotes about the member’s experiences while at the unit. This is usually followed by
the member receiving a mug of his favorite beverage, that they are requested to drink prior to them
being allowed to recant any of stories just told.
Then the members get to provide a few anecdotes
about the people that are staying, to thank everyone for their enjoyable time at Tyndall and beg
one last time to stay a little longer.
This year we are not only saying goodbye to seven of our members but also to their families as
well! This year we will celebrate their departure
with a family outing with Paradise Island Adventures for a day in the surf and sun (it may be
awhile before the departing families can enjoy
this again). We will thank the families for all their
hard work within the local community and for
making Tyndall a better place for all that remain!
We can honestly say they will be sorely missed by
all (but not for too long, as in a few weeks we will
be welcoming their replacements into the Tyndall
family).
Submitted by MCpl JF Parent
Canadian Farewells
It may be time to go but
there will always be a little
bit of sunshine and perhaps
some humidity mixed in with
a flip flop or two that will go
with each and every one of
you.
32nd Annual
Gulf Coast Triathlon, Half
Ironman
On May 10th we had two
Canadians participate in this
true test of athleticism. Maj
Martine Chambers from Alabama and LCol Scott Greenough from Tyndall AFB. It is
incredible the athletes that
we have and the opportuni-
Keeper for a Day!
This young lady has been anxiously
waiting for the last two years to finally experience Keeper for a Day! It’s
an amazing experience that you can
have right here in Panama City. It’s an
incredible experience to be able to see
how the animals here at the Panama
City here are fed and cared for. It’s
great to know that many of these animals are rescued and taken care of
here.
ties that they have to
be able to participate
in these races where
we live. Congratulations!
History Lesson for the
Day!
Do you know what the true
meaning of military BRAT? In
the National Defense University in DC lies a book written in
1921 that explains the origin of
the term military BRAT. It originally came from the
British army. A member of the army was assigned
abroad and could take his family. They would go as
BRAT status. It stood for British Regiment Attached
Traveler. As time went on it was solely referred to only the children of the member. It is today a phrase that
is used world wide.
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COMMUNITY INFO
Military Family Advisory Committee
Chairperson: Colleen Baker
Members:
Valerie Pineault
Rosanna Matheson
Maryse Carmichael
Jill MacNeil
Secretary:
Capt Farrukh Anis
Military Family Services Tyndall
MFS Tyndall
Hours of Operation
Mon 730am - 430pm
Wed 730am - 430pm
Fri 730am - 330pm
tel:850-283-4839
email:[email protected]
[email protected]
Hours of operation are always flexible to meet the needs
of the community. The Airmen & Family Readiness
MFSCC: Anastasia Rees/Robyn Pollex
Center does not open until 0830
however the CMFRC is open and
For great volunteer opportunities within your comwill accommodate.
munity, come out and see what you can do to be a
We are located in the Airmen &
part of the Military Family Advisory Committee.
Family Readiness Center at 500
The next meeting is scheduled for 9am on 7 Aug
Minnesota Ave, Bldg 747 next to
14 at the Maple Leaf Conference Center.
the Thrift Shop.
Military Representative: Maj Bruno Baker
Maj Trent Morrisey
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JULY 2014
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Mon
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CANADA
DAY!!
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Chocolate
Day
Happy Bday
Kaiden R
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Bastille Day
Cow appreciation Day.
JULY 4th!!
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Teddy Bear
Picnic Day
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Give a cow a
hug!
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National Ice
Cream Day
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Parents Day
National Hot
Dog Day
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National
Cheesecake
Day
The Ultimate Good bye Gift Recipe From the Rees’
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