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Happy May everyone! In this issue, we celebrateMilitary Spouses and everything that they do to support their Families and their Soldiers. In 1984,

President Ronald Reagan declared the Friday beforeMother’s Day each year to be Military Spouse Appreciation

Day in honor of the “countless personal sacrifices” that MilitarySpouses make to support the Armed Forces. Instead of just celebrating Spousesfor one day, Fort Campbell is celebrating for a week! Check out the events onpage 4. You will also find information about Military Spouse Tours on page 14 aswell as other great articles throughout the magazine.

As a Military Spouse myself, I understand that it is not always easy. Dealing with deployments and separations are difficult. To be supportive andstrong, to live independently and self sufficiently, and then be able to transitionback to being part of a couple is also hard. The great part is that it is also very rewarding. I am so proud to be a Military Spouse and proud of my husband andwhat he does for our country every day. I am also proud of other MilitarySpouses. I see them starting businesses, volunteering, and lending a helpinghand to others. The list of accomplishments and accolades goes on. I hope thatyou take the opportunity to thank a Military Spouse, not just this month, butthroughout the year.

We must also take time to remember those who are no longer with us.Memorial Day, or Decoration Day as my Grandmother called it, is celebrated onMay 31. She always instilled in us the respect of our ancestors, relatives, andthose who had served. We took time every year to lay flowers and put flags ontheir places of rest. Although some of us think of Memorial Day as a day for picnics and barbeques, we must never forget what Memorial Day represents.

The brave die never, though they sleep in dust:Their courage nerves a thousand living men.~Minot J. Savage

EditorMelissa Wells

ContributorsTina BeachAndrea LatimoreCharlene MazurKeri McPeakTess PetersonMelissa Schaffner

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Creative DirectorSears Hallett

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Disclaimers:Fort Campbell’s MWR Life Magazine is a monthly magazine produced by the Fort Campbell MWR Marketing Department under the authority of AR 215-1.Facilities and activities publicized are open to authorizedpatrons.

The purpose of Fort Campbell MWR Life is to providecurrent information about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand events; to share ideas which will help readers become educated about Fort Campbell MWR activitiesand motivate them to take full advantage of these programs that contribute to our Fort Campbell Soldiersand Military Families’ better quality of life. Views andopinions expressed are those of the authors. The mention or appearance of commercial advertisers, commercial sponsors and/or their logos does not constitute endorsement by the Federal Government.

The information in this issue is current at the time of publication; activities and events are subject to change.

MWR Marketing is located at 5663 Screaming EagleBlvd, Fort Campbell, Kentucky. For more information, call 270-798-7535 or log on to www.fortcampbellmwr.com.24 hr. event line - 270-798-3172www.facebook.com/fortcampbellmwr

Celebrating Our Military Spouses

Melissa Wells, Editormwrlifeeditor@fortcampbellmwr.com

Gardening tip: May is the time when you can really start planting everything. The soilshould be warm enough and the danger of frost passed. Now is the time toplant tomatoes, corn, and anything else that you might enjoy in your vegetable garden. You can also try companion planting. There are numerousbooks and websites that will tell you which plants are beneficial to each otherand which ones should not be planted together. For example, plant someradish seeds with your cucumbers. Radishes are helpful in repelling insects.Some flowers are also great companions to vegetables. Mix these in for abeautiful and multi-purpose garden!

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By Melissa Wells

It is a wonderful opportunity to honorSpouses and the work that they do for Soldiers and Familiesthroughout the year.This year, FortCampbell is honoringSpouses with aweek’s worth of funand fantastic activities and eventsas USAA MilitarySpouse AppreciationWeek starts on May 3. This celebration allows Spouses to come together in thespirit of fun, positivity, and thanks for ajob well done.

The week starts off with a“Hooah!” as Spouses participate as a Soldier for a Day on Monday, May 3. Riseand shine, recruits, because the activitystarts at 0700 with Physical Training (PT)for the entire group. After that, you willhead out to the Outdoor Recreation Challenge Course for some adrenalinepumping adventures with climbing walls,land navigation, and a ropes course on afifty foot vertical “jungle gym.” Participants in this activity will also enjoylunch together.

On Tuesday, May 4, BlanchfieldArmy Community Hospital is holding aWomen’s Health Fair from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Starting at 8 a.m., classes willbe offered including: Coping with Marriage in a Distant Relationship, Car Seat Safety, Sun Protection, BreastHealth, and more. There will also be atour of the Fisher House as well as thenewly renovated dining facility atBlanchfield. A complimentary lunchwill be provided for this event.

For the Military Spouse Appreciation Luncheon on May 5, 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., at Cole Park Commons, guests will have the honorof listening to Sylvia Kidd, Director ofFamily Programs for AUSA, as she

delivers the Keynote address. Mrs. Kidd isa Military Spouse and has served in manydifferent positions throughout her storiedcareer. She has also achieved numerousawards and citations. Tickets for theluncheon are $10 and can be purchased atthe Family Resource Center, ACS Building

5661, and Cole Park Commons Southern Buffet. Lunch includesChicken Chardonnay, wildrice, whole green beanswith red peppers, and adessert. The MilitarySpouse AppreciationVideo will also be debutedat this event.

Now it’s time for some seriousrest and relaxation, because Thursday,May 6 is SpaNight! The event,at Cole ParkCommons, startsat 6 p.m. and continues until 10p.m. Guests willbe treated to mini facials, pedicures,spray tanning,and more. If thatdoesn’t get your attention, thenmaybe this will…diamonds! That’s right;USAA is sponsoring a Diamond Dig with acertified gemologist where you will havethe chance to win a real diamond or a beautiful cubic zirconium.

Finally, the week culminates inthe Military Spouse Conference at theFamily Resource Center on Friday, May 7,

from 8:15 a.m. until 3 p.m. This full dayevent gives Military Spouses the opportunity to attend a variety of classesranging from self defense, to crafts, to afinancial readiness class taught by USAA’sJ.J. Montanero as well as enjoy a fantasticlunch. Opening remarks will be providedby Holly Petraeus, a former Fort CampbellSpouse and wife of General David Petraeus. Tickets for this event are $15 toinclude classes and lunch.

USAA Military Spouse Appreciation Week provides an opportunity for Spouses to get together,gain valuable information, and enjoy eachother’s company in a positive and excitingenvironment. Military Spouses work hardevery day and it is a pleasure to honorthem with such a wonderful variety of

events and services. Theseevents are for active dutySpouses only,with the exception of theMilitary SpouseLuncheon onMay 5, which is open to everyone whopurchases aticket. For all

Spouses who have signed up to participate, we look forward to a great experience. More information about thisevent is available atwww.fortcampbellmwr.com/SpouseAppreciation/.For questions about this event, please call(270) 798-2158.Events like these would not be possiblewithout the support of our sponsors,USAA, Mugshots by Dana,Luigi’s Pizza, Daymar Institute,Scentsy, Mary Kay Cosmetics,Beauticontrol, Arbonne, Avon,Clarksville Colonics & Lifestyle Center, La Bello Esthetics/Bronze Tan, Clarksville Dental Spa, Hopkinsville MAC, AUSA,Ideal Distributing and more. Mention of sponsors does not imply governmentendorsement.

T he Friday before Mother’sDay each year has beendesignated at Military

Spouse Appreciation Day.

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Before you head out to the backyard, youshould refresh your memory with thesesafety tips. According to Fort CampbellCAM Regulation 420-24, 14.4, barbecuegrills shall not be used indoors, on porches,in garages, or carports. Even if you do notlive on post, these are good guidelines tofollow:• Barbecue grills should be kept under

close supervision of an adult at all times when in use.

• Barbecue grills shall be located at least 10 feet away from combustible materials and/or all buildings when in use.

• When use has been completed, hot coals shall be quenched with water or covered with a noncombustible cover to prevent sparks or hot coals from being scattered by the wind.

Fort Campbellprovides these guidelinesso that everyone can have a safe and enjoyablegrilling experience. If youhave any questions, please call the Fort Campbell FireDepartment at (270) 798-7171.

Before you evenbegin to grill, there areprecautions you shouldtake. Always check yourgrill thoroughly for leaks,cracking, or brittleness.

For gas grills, clean out all hoses and tubesleading from the propane tank to theburner. Store and use your grill on a largeflat surface that cannot be burned such asconcrete or asphalt. Make sure your grill isat least 10 feet from your house, garage,or any plants. Have a fire extinguisherhandy at all times. In most instances, a hose will work just fine.

As always, children’ssafety comes first. Be sure tokeep them away from firesand grills. Some Familiesestablish a safety zonearound barbecues. A chalkline would work great forthis purpose. Kids can havesome fun and learn to respect therules of barbecue safety all at thesame time.

While you are grilling, besure to use long handled utensils andflame resistant mitts. Never use any flammable liquid, other than barbecuestarter for the proper grill, to start or refresh a fire. Keep alcoholic beveragesaway from the grill; they are flammable!And always remember, never leave a

grill unattended.

Of course, if you are without a grill this summer, don’t feel left out. You can rentone from MWR’s Gear-to-Go! Gear-to-Gorents by the day, weekend, or week.

Patrons can choose from smokers,mesquite grills, super cookers, pig roasters, grill or propane barbecues, and

fish cookers. Whatevertype of grilling is on the

menu this summer, Gear-to-Go can help.If you would like to

reserve your grill orhave questions, please call Gear-to-Go at (270) 798-3919.

By Tess Peterson

T he smell of sizzling steaks and grilled veggies is inthe air. Grilling season is

upon us! Whether you have astate-of-the-art, gas burning double-wide or a sturdy charcoal grill, everyone needs to remember that safety comes first.

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anxiety levels usually run high. The important thing to understand is that dealing with deployments is a differentprocess for everyone. Keeping yourself active and involved is essential in adjustingto this process.

Mental Health America continuesits tradition to celebrate May as MentalHealth Month, which began in 1949. Withincreasing economic troubles piled on tothe stress of work and Family demands,more and more Americans are suffering.This year, the theme “Live Your Life Well”challenges Americans to promote wholehealth and wellness in homes, communities,and schools.

During these difficult times, Mental Health America wants Americans toknow that there are tools that can buffer theeffects of stress and help them cope betterwith the many challenges they face. Fromrelaxation techniques, to journaling exer-cises, to simple ways to get better sleepand improve eating habits, the materials offer a wide range of tools tobuild resiliency and well-being. BecauseMay is National Mental Health Month,Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation(MWR) would like to give you some resources for coping with deployment. (Retrieved March 19, 2010 from Mental Health Americawebsite http://www.nmha.org/go/may)

If you are looking to get involvedin the Fort Campbell community while yourSpouse is deployed, Army Community Service (ACS) has manyresources for you. The Pre and PostDeployment Spouse Battlemindclasses are outstanding for anyonewho is interested in learning aboutthe issues Soldiers and Spouses faceduring and after deployment. Thegoals for the class are to identify common areas of concern or conflict

that Military Spouses andSoldiers experience; lookat issues dealing with deployment from both theSoldier and the Spouse’spoint of view; providestrategies to enhance Family resilience before and during deployment; and identify cues for when toseek help and available resources. Theclass is meant to be very interactive and isconducted in a small setting of no morethan 15. Lots of discussion and small groupwork is done.

Another channel for dealing withdeployment is through Family ReadinessGroups (FRGs). FRGs are run by the Soldier’s unit. They offeran immeasurable wealthof information about theSoldier’s unit, activitieson post, and muchmore. Volunteering foryour FRG and talkingwith people who are insimilar situations canoften help relieve ten-sion and can give you a positive outlet tohelp yourself as well as others.

Deployments can be extremelyoverwhelming. Sometimes you just need totalk without the worry of judgment. In those cases, Military Family Life Consultants (MFLC), chaplains, and Military One Source are all available to you.The MFLC program is designed to provideanonymous, confidential support to Soldiers and their Family Members, especially during deployments. The program serves Active Duty, mobilized National Guard and Army Reserve Soldiers,and their respective Families. The programis free. Chaplains can also be contacted at the installation chapel and are a private

source for people to talk to. For information on these and the above programs, please call ACS at (270) 956-2935.

Military One Source offers services where no question is too small ortoo big. Whether you are preparing for anew baby, dealing with relationship issues,getting out of debt, or buying your first car,Military One Source can help. You can find

referrals to military andlocal community resources, educationalbooklets and audiorecordings at no cost toyou, and much more.Military One Source is available 24 hours aday, seven days aweek, and 365 days a

year. Call (800) 342-9647 to speak directlyto a qualified staffer. You can always visitwww.militaryonesource.com to learn abouttheir services.

If all of that is not enough to getyou out of the house and dealing with a deployment in a positive way, MWR hasmany facilities and activities to keep youbusy. Gyms, pools, and intramural sportsteams are available to get your bloodpumping. The R.F. Sink Library has books,DVDs, and CDs for you as well. Arts &Crafts can get your creative juices flowingwith craft classes. Hooper Bowling Centerand Cole Park Golf Club both offer activities for everyone. During deployments, MWR offers a Spouse Discount Card. The card gets you discountsat various MWR locations on Fort Campbell.For more information about the MWRSpouse Discount Card, please call (270) 798-7535.

Coping with deployment is never easy. People experience a widerange of emotions. Hopefully the resourcesfound in this article will help you through arough time. Just remember, you are not in this alone.

By Tess Peterson

S aying that deploymentsare difficult on everyone isan understatement for

sure. It does not matter if this isyour first deployment, twelfth, orsomewhere in between;

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Chocolate Angel Torte

Pinapple Upside Down Cake

Warm Walnut Brownie Pudding

Cake:

1 (9 inch) angel food cake (you can

buy these already prepared)

1 (8 oz.) container whipped topping

(thawed and divided)

Filling:

1 (6 oz.) package semisweet chocolate

morsels

3/4 cup sour cream (at room temperature)

2 tsp strong black coffee (optional)

1 tsp vanilla extract

To prepare filling, melt chocolate morsels in the top of a double boiler over

simmering water. Add sour cream to melted chocolate, and stir mixture

until smooth and well blended. Stir in vanilla and coffee, if desired.

Let cool until the mixture thickens slightly (about 10 min).

Using a serrated knife, split the prepared cake horizontally into 3 layers.

Place the bottom layer on a serving plate and spread with half of the

chocolate mixture. Top with the second layer and spread with remaining

chocolate mixture; place remaining cake layer on top.

Reserve 1/2 cup of whipped topping. Spread remaining topping over the

top and sides of the cake. Dollop the reserved 1/2 cup into “clouds” on

top of the cake. Chill for one hour and serve.

1/2 cup pineapple spreadable fruit

2 tsp grated lemon peel

2 Tbsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple in juice

(undrained)

1 cup plus 1 Tbsp all purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

1/2 cup cholesterol free egg product

1/3 cup low fat milk

1 Tbsp low fat sour cream

1 tsp vanilla

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 9x13 inch spring

form pan with non-stick cooking spray. Mix spreadable fruit, lemon peel,

lemon juice, cinnamon, pineapple and 1 Tbsp flour together and spread into

the pan. Mix the remaining flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg in a

medium bowl, stir in remaining ingredients and pour over the fruit mixture.

Bake for 25 – 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 10 minutes

then loosen and remove the sides of the pan. Invert cake onto a plate

but let the pan remain over the cake for a few minutes. Remove the

bottom of the pan and serve.

Brownie:

1 cup all purpose flour

3/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup lightly packed unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 cup buttermilk

1/4 cup unsalted butter

(melted)

3/4 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup chopped walnuts

(toasted)

Whipped topping

Syrup:

3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar

1/4 cup lightly packed unsweetened

cocoa powder

5 tsp instant espresso powder

1 2/3 cup warm water

1 1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. For syrup, combine the

first four ingredients in a small saucepan and gradually

whisk in 1 2/3 cup warm water and vanilla extract. Bring

syrup to a simmer over low heat, whisking often (can be

made up to 2 days in advance and re-warmed).

For the brownie, grease an 8x8 inch baking pan. Whisk the

first five ingredients together in a large bowl, blend well. Mix

in buttermilk, butter, and vanilla then add walnuts (batter will be

thick). Spread the mixture into the prepared pan and pour the

syrup mixture over the brownie. Bake until the sauce bubbles

around the sides and the brownie layer has risen almost to the

top of the pan and feels firm to the touch; about 40 minutes.

Transfer to a tack and cool for 10 minutes. Cut and serve with

whipped topping.

May is here and it’s that special time tohonor mothers and caregivers that takecare and give comfort to us every day.It is important to take the opportunity

to give mom a little extra attention, TLC, and time to put herfeet up and enjoy some rest and relaxation. As a mom-to-bemyself, I can’t think of anything better than sitting down to asweet treat and relaxing. This month I decided to ask ChefBob to give us some yummy dessert ideas to make mom’smouth water. Kids – this is a great chance to make yourselflook like a super chef! Enlist the help of an adult to whip upthese delicious desserts and mom will be super impressedwith your culinary skills. Don’t forget, part of giving mom abreak and a great treat includes cleaning up the dishes afterward! Enjoy Mother’s Day!

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Fort Campbell’s Public Affairs Office (PAO)has developed a program that allowsSpouses to experience a glimpse of the various training or “a day in the life of their101st Soldier” through the Military SpouseTour Program.

This great program starts off withSpouses receiving a briefing covering the“city” of Fort Campbell. The brief covers information on Fort Campbell’s organizations, demographics, Soldier andFamily support programs, and current andfuture major construction projects and operations. From there, the Spouses get toexperience the UH-60 Blackhawk helicoptersimulator. Two groups of four people get toexperience the adrenaline rush of the flightsimulation at a time. After everyone in thegroup demonstrates their piloting abilities inthe flight simulator, they head to a nearbyDFAC or dining facility to experience militarystyle dining. After lunch, the group visitsThe Sabalauski Air Assault School (TSAAS)for a brief overview of the school’s requirements, demonstrations of the obstacle course, and different rappelling

techniques. Spouses will then have the opportunity to rappel from the school’sthirty-four foot Air Assault Tower. The laststop on the tour is at the Engagement SkillsTrainer (EST). The EST is an indoorstate-of-the-art weapons firing range that uses current U. S. Army weaponsand laser technology. Tour members will have the opportunity to fire authenticactive duty weapons at simulated targets where acomputer keeps track of hitsand misses.

The offering of suchtours is just one of the many wonderful waysFort Campbell recognizes, supports, andcarries out the Army Family Covenant. Military Spouse Tours require proper planning and coordination through a tourgroup point of contact; usually the unit’sFamily Readiness Support Assistant (FRSA).Therefore, it is imperative that certain guidelines and restrictions be metthrough a designated tour point of contact.These include, a minimum of twenty

participants all at least 18 years of age, and a tour application completed and submitted to the Fort Campbell Public Affairs Office. Tour information packets and applications can be coordinated

through Staff Sergeant GeraldBaylor and or Mr.John Minton.

Currently thetours are givenonce a monthand dates are setuntil October2010. After October the

program will be re-evaluated to determine if additional tours should be added or if theprogram will be continued. This is a valuedprogram that fulfills the needs of Fort Campbell Spouses, and interested partiesshould contact Staff Sergeant Gerald Baylorvia telephone at (270) 798-4365 or through e-mail at gerald.baylor@us.army.mil to book tours. Tour dates, availability, and processes are subject to change without notice.

Are you looking for exciting activities thisMay? MWR has lots of events planned foreveryone to enjoy. Here are just a few highlights for this month. For a listing of allMay events, be sure to check out the MWRmonthly calendar in this issue or on our website at www.fortcampbellmwr.com.

Robert F. Sink Library will host aMother and Daughter book discussion onMay 6 at 4 p.m. “The Five Love Languagesof Teenagers” is a free event for youngadults ages 12-16 and their parents. Learnwhich of the love languages most effectivelycommunicates parental affection toteenagers and how loving input can nurturea teens’ sense of responsibility. The event islimited to 15 Families. For more information, please call the library at (270) 798-5729.

On May 9, Fort Campbell RidingStables will hold a Mother’s Day Brunch TrailRide. Enjoy a light brunch at Taal Lake inhonor of Mom’s very own day. The ridestarts at 10 a.m., stops for brunch from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., and concludes at

1:30 p.m. The cost for the event is $40 perperson, which includes the trail ride andbrunch. Riders must be at least 10 years oldto participate. Reservations must bemade no later than twodays prior to the event;this ride is limited to 15 patrons. There is a 210lb weight limit. Pleasewear appropriate attire: close-toed shoes, long pants, and shirt withsleeves. To make reservations or for moreinformation, please call the Fort CampbellRiding Stables at (270) 798-2629.

Cole Park Commons will celebrateMother’s Day with a special brunch on May 9from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The buffet willinclude hand carved roast beef, honeybaked ham, salmon, baked chicken, potatoes, a variety of vegetables and salads,an omelet station, and much more. Reservations are highly encouraged and canbe made in advance at the Cole Park Commons Southern Buffet Restaurant,

Monday through Friday, from 11 a.m. to1:30 p.m. or at the Eagle Catering Office,Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Walk-ins will be on a first comefirst serve basis. Prices are$20.95 for adults, $10.95 forkids 6-12, and kids under 6 arefree. To make reservations,please call Cole Park Commonsat (270) 798-4610 x119.

Come out and celebrateOutdoor Recreation's Open House! Outdoor Recreation’s “Did You Know Expoand Open House” is May 16. Festivities arefree and will be held from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.at Outdoor Recreation’s Eagles Rest Pavilion. This will be an afternoon for thewhole Family to try out some awesome Outdoor Recreation activities such as adventure programs, archery, paintball,trail riding, the new challenge course, andmuch more. There will also be food anddrinks available for purchase. Please contactOutdoor Recreation for more information at(270) 798-2175.

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Mother’s Day is a day filled with gifts, flowers,dinning out at special restaurants, and makingthe day as extraordinary as possible. This year,challenge yourself to think outside the typical giftsthat are given to Moms everywhere. Take thetime to truly reflect on what your Mother meansto you, and what would be the best way to express how you feel about your Mother andmotherhood. The definition of a mother can varyfrom person to person, and does not necessarilyhave to be the person that gave birth to you.

There are many ways to express love,gratitude, and appreciation. One way to create a life lasting memory is to give a handmade gift.With so many crafts and easy to do kits availablefor all different ages, there are endless possibilities. A great place to create those one ofa kind handmade gifts is the Guenette Arts andCrafts Center, located at 89 Screaming EagleBlvd. At Guenette, you can do everything fromwood working to stained glass classes. Kids canalso learn the importance of making a handmadegift through classes at SKIESUnlimited withclasses ranging from cooking to jewelry making.

For those who do not have a creativebone in their body, writing a heartfelt letter maybe the unique gift they give this year. ThisMother’s Day, take the time to write a meaningfulletter to the special women in your life. Write personal letters to your grandmother, mother,mother in-law, daughter, and any other womanwho has influenced your life. Letters that comefrom the heart are sure to make this Mother’s Dayone of a kind and truly memorable.

No matter your creativity level, there isa way for you to create unique, personalized, affordable, and meaningful gifts to express howmuch the women in your life mean to you. Even ifthe gift is not handmade, the opportunity to adda personal touch is always there. From a self-decorated potted plant or using a child’shandprint in a new way, to marble photo magnets, candle making kits, or writing a heartfelt letter; the possibilities are never-ending.

For more unique and innovative gifts togive to Mom on Mother’s Day, visit the GuenetteArts and Crafts Center, SKIESUnlimited, your

local arts and crafts stores, or do an Internetsearch for “handmade gifts for moms.” Mom’sheart strings are sure to be pulled this Mother’sDay when she is showered in genuine gifts of loveand appreciation. Some handmade gift ideas:

M other’s have been celebrated in one form oranother since early Egyptian

times. In America, the tradition ofMother’s Day was not officially nationally recognized until 1914.1

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Flower Pots

Materials:• Newspaper • Acrylic paint • Flower pots • Paper Plate • Paintbrushes Directions: 1. Lay newspapers over your work area in case of spills. 2. Lay out colors of paint you want to use on a paper plate. 3. Paint flower pot a solid color. 4. Write a special message to Mom or paint designs and pictures on the flower pot withyour fingers or a paintbrush. 5. Go a step further and plant a flower in your hand-painted flower pot for your Mother.

Key Chain

What you'll need:• Alphabet beads to spell a personal message • Colorful beads to fill in gaps (approximately 30-40) • Colorful charm • Keychain ring • 24" stretchy jewelry cord, cut into two equal pieces How to make it:1. Line up the two pieces of jewelry cord side by side, then gather one end together and tiein a triple knot to the keychain ring. 2. Thread colorful beads and letters onto one side of the jewelry cord. 3. Carefully set the finished cord aside. Taping the end of the cord to the table will keep thebeads from falling off. 4. On the other string, add more colorful beads and additional lettering.5. Lay the two strings alongside each other and add beads to the shortest side to get themeven. 6. Holding the two ends of the jewelry cord as close to the last beads as possible, thread onelast colorful bead onto BOTH strings. Run the string through the bead again by looping itthrough the top and pulling it tight. 7. Tie the charm to the end of the string, knot it several times and trim ends. Don't trim it tooclose!Tips:• For younger children you can use pony beads and larger alphabet beads as well as hempor thicker jewelry cord. • Be creative, make up your own phrase or use your Mom's first name.

1 Huffman.A.(2009). Mother’s Day History. MothersDayCentral.comnot actual project photos

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By Tess Peterson

By Andrea Latimore

Being a Military Spouse is not always easy, but there are many that havenot only embraced military life as a Spouse,but have turned it into a life-changing experience. Whether it is a President’s wife,an author, or the star of a television show,Military Spouses are prevalent in our country’s archives.

Many, but not all, United StatesPresidents have served in the military.Throughout history, some of the most famous Presidential Spouses that embracedmilitary life include Martha Washington,Mary Lincoln, Julia Boggs Dent Grant, andNancy Reagan. There have of course beenothers, but these names seem to stand out.Martha Washington followed PresidentWashington into the battlefield when heserved as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army. She spent the infamouswinter at Valley Forge with the General,and was instrumental in maintaining some level of morale among troops. Wemust never forget the true sacrifice of these women.

Military Spouses need not always

stand silently by their Soldier. ManySpouses have taken up the pen and told incredible stories of their journeys. One ofthe more famous books written by a MilitarySpouse is Married to the Military: A SurvivalGuide for Military Wives, Girlfriends, andWomen in Uniform by Meredith Leyva,founder of www.CinCHouse.com. Thebook narrates all of the helpful hints thatMilitary Spouses need to know in order tothrive. To find a copy of this book, checkout your local library. You can give the R.F. Sink Library on post a call at (270) 798-5729.

One Spouse in particular hastold her story of military life and turned itinto a national phenomenon. The hit television show Army Wives is based ona novel written by Tanya Biank. Thebook was originally published in hardcover as Under the Sabers. Tanyaremains a consultant for the show. She isan Army brat and is currently married toa Soldier. Tanya writes for various publications and is the leader of her husband’s Family Readiness Group.

Tanya has certainly taken her military experience to the next level.

Spouses support their Soldiers inany way possible. Military Spouses are incredible people. This month, celebrateyourself in honor of Military Spouse Appreciation Day. Get involved, start something new, or pamper yourself. If youaren’t sure where to start, check out theUSAA Military Spouse Appreciation Weekevents May 3 - 7. Celebrate being a MilitarySpouse today!

Summer is right around the corner,and that means fireworks, bar-b-ques, andtrips to the beach. It also means taking anexcursion through the back of your closet topull out that old swimsuit from seasons past.If you are like many of us, you have spentthe past several months eating comfortfoods and exercising less; or maybe that‘sjust me! As we countdown to swimsuit season, here are a few tips to help whipyour body into shape just in time for a strollon the beach.

First, visit your local physician andget a check-up. Once you get clearance,you can start yourwork-out. Next, puton your swimsuit andevaluate the areasthat need the mostwork. Lastly, create awork-out programthat involves cardiovascular training, strengthtraining, stretching,and healthy eating.

Cardiovascular training - Thekey to burning off body fat. Youcan try walking, cycling, swimming or light jogging;

do 20-40 minutes daily ofthese exercises. If you wantto switch it up, try a Zumba class. Strength training - Work yourmuscles and start on your wayto a six pack. You will need toalternate doing lower body and abdominal exercises with upper body exercises on alternate days. For each ofthese exercises, you should do three setswith 12-15 repetitions each.

Stretching - You should stretch before andafter your workout. Skipping this step maylead to muscle imbalances.Healthy eating – Try to eat at least five tosix smaller meals a day. That means eatingbreakfast, lunch, dinner, plus two snacks in between. Make sure your meals are high in protein. Protein takes more caloriesto burn; therefore it increases your metabolism.

Now you areoff to a good start.Estep Wellness Center is a greatplace to find a widevariety of exerciseclasses as well as stateof the art fitnessequipment. It is agreat resource to help

you fit into that cute little bikini! For a complete list of exercise classes go towww.fortcampbellmwr.com/Recreation/Estepor call Estep Wellness Center at (270) 798-4023/4664.

“Army Wives” author, Tanya Biank (center), pictured here with son, Jack; husband Lt. Col. Michael A. Marti, 3rd ID G2; and her sister Lt. Col. Maria A. Biank, 3rd ID G6.

Photo Credit: Bob Mathews, DFMWR Marketing Publicity Specialist

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There is nothing like a refreshing dip in a cool swimming poolto quench your summer thirst for refreshment and as always, MWRstrives to providethe best possibleexperience for allFort Campbell patrons. This is amply demonstrated bythe newly updatedfacilities that provide a great experience throughoutthe aquatics program.

Patrons will notice somechanges this year in regards to deployment discounts at the pools. Thisyear, the deployment discount will notbe offered at the pools due to fundingconstraints. While funding free pool access for Families of deployed Soldiershas occurred at Fort Campbell for anumber of years, it is not an expensefunded by the Army Family Covenant(AFC). Fort Campbell MWR has an obligation to be conservative in

spending the allocated dollars for theAFC on the programs that are intendedto be provided, such as free child carefor these Families. Those programsmust take priority over recreation. While

we understand that thismay be disappointingnews, we have faith inour customers and knowthat they understand the importance of Family programs such as childcare.

One of the promisesof the Army Family

Covenant was to standardize programs and servicesacross the Army. Part of standardizingservices across installations includesfunding similar programs and unfortunately, not funding others. Theexperience for our Soldiers and Familiesshould be a consistent one at each installation. Access to the pool is stillavailable at the low price of $2 per person and children under the age of six are FREE with each paying adult. Still a great deal for summer fun! For information on the pools at FortCampbell, call (270) 798-6310.

The 3rd Annual Clarksville Warrior Week willtake place May 1-8, 2010. This week-longcelebration of our military men, womenand their Families is Clarksville's small wayof showing our appreciation and thanks fortheir service and sacrifice. The schedule is as follows:

Saturday, May 1 – General Jackson Dinner Cruise: 400 seats offered free toFort Campbell.

Sunday, May 2 – Church appreciation services: local churches recognize militarymembers of their congregation.

Monday, May 3 - Saturday, May 8 – Business Discount Week: discounts will belisted in the Fort Campbell Courier in theWarrior Week publication.

Monday, May 3 – Military MarksmanshipCompetition for Soldiers: sponsored byDavid King and Mid South Shooter Supply.There will be a Spouse weapon safetycourse offered as well.

Tuesday, May 4 – The Godfather Golf Tournament at the Clarksville Country Club:Registration at 11:30, lunch at 12:00, tee off at 1:00, dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 4 – Free Movie Night at Great Escape- 6:30 p.m.: sponsored byFort Campbell Federal Credit Union. Opento military ID card holders, seats are firstcome, first serve.

Wednesday, May 5 – Discounted City WideLunches: to be listed in the Fort CampbellCourier in the Warrior Week publication.

Thursday, May 6 – Eternal Flame Ceremony:5:00 p.m. in Public Square. Everyone is invited to honor our Veterans.

Saturday, May 8 – Free Picnic and Fun Fairat Heritage Park: sponsored by the City ofClarksville, 1-5 p.m. Inflatables, pony rides,petting zoo, free food, softball challengebetween Fort Campbell Soldiers andClarksville-Montgomery County will all beavailable for your enjoyment, followed by afree Movie in the Park at 6:00 p.m. (opento the public).

There are many opportunities for your participation. Join the celebration!

For more information on Clarksville’s Warrior Week please emailmilaffairs@clarksville.tn.us or call (931) 245-4340.

By Melissa Wells

By Melissa Schaffner

2.1 Family Programs and Services: The Army is committed to standardizing Family programs and services. 2.2 Health Care: The Army is committed to increasingaccessibility and quality of health care. 2.3 Soldier and Family Housing: The Army is committed to improving Soldier and Family housing. 2.4 Child, Youth and School Services: The Army is committed to ensuring excellence in child, youth, andschool services. 2.5 Education, Careers and Libraries: The Army is committed to expanding education and employmentopportunities for Family members. 2.6 Recreation, Travel and BOSS: The Army is committed to providing Soldiers and Families a qualityof life that is commensurate with their service throughquality Recreation, Travel and Better Opportunities forSingle Soldiers (BOSS) programs and services. 2.7 Communities and Marketplace: The Army is committed to providing Families a strong, supportiveenvironment where they can thrive.

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Are your children driving you crazywith boredom? Why not bring them to theUSAA and MWR FamilyFun Fairs! There area lot of fun activitiesfor children including jumpingon inflatables, riding ponies, face painting, making avariety of crafts totake home, andmuch more. Thereare also fun gamesfor the children.

There arenumerous MWR facilities at the Fairs for parents to gather useful information and ask questions about thedifferent activities or events happening on FortCampbell. Parents can visit the differentbooths such as Army Community Service, Arts& Crafts, R.F. Sink Library, Leisure Travel Services, Air Assault Auto, Outdoor Recreation, Estep Wellness Center and Child,Youth and School Services (CYSS). While you

are gathering information, your children canenjoy the different activities provided at

each booth.Family Fun Fairs

are held at DestinyParks and Pavilionsfrom April throughOctober and atSportsman’s LodgeNovember throughMarch. Family FunFairs are for Soldiers and their Families, Civilians, and Retirees. They are

held nearly everymonth! Every Fair has its own theme. Pastthemes include Game Day, Super Bowl Sunday, and Heroes in our Community. Come out and enjoy the special Family FunFair on May 15 at the Commissary Parking lot.The May Family Fun Fair is an especially exciting one because we will celebrate ArmedForces Day and the Kentucky Derby duringthe DECA caselot sale.

There are no age restrictions to attend, but if the children are under 18 yearsof age they must be accompanied by a parentor guardian at all times. No pets allowed.Food and beverages will be available. Spring is here, and the weather is warm.What better reason to get out of the houseand enjoy Family time?

For more information about USAA and MWRFamily Fun Fairs and other upcoming events,please visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com or call (270) 798-7535.

By Tina Beach

Soon, the 2009-2010 school year willend and thoughts of a summer retreat will occupyyour mind. May I suggest that you think a bit further into your future in regard to a vacationget-a-way? MWR Leisure Travel Services has puttogether a fantastic group cruise that will departOctober 11, 2010. This special get-a-way takesplace during the Clarksville Montgomery CountySchool System’s fall break, so it is a perfect timeto grab your passports and sunscreen and headout with your Family on an exotic 4 day escape tothe Western Caribbean. If you plan now for thisaffordable journey, you will have plenty of timeto book, save and pay for it. We like to think of itas “vacation layaway.” We have searched highand low for the perfect, budget friendly, cruisevoyage and found one that is ideal for your Family holiday. It’s CARNIVAL IMAGINATION®,a ship packed with all sorts of fun, great foodand activities for the kids. A place where thegreen felt of the black jack table meets the warmbubbles of the hot tub. Where you take a dip inresort-style pools and chill in the “Serenity” adultsonly relaxation area. Where Broadway-style entertainment is around every corner. Wherepeople laugh, the sun shines and Carnival

WaterWorks is alwaysready to make a splash.This is no wonderland, noimaginary place, it’s aship. MWR Leisure TravelServices has booked it justfor passengers like you.Imagine that!

The “Fall BreakGetaway Cruise” on theCarnival Imagination® is a 4 day Western CaribbeanCruise that sails fromMiami, Florida. This magical ride will have you swooping in and out ofamazing places with your Family. One day,you’re exploring lush gardens and breathtakingcities; the next, kicking back on a harbor tour.Your first stop on this cruise is right in downtownKey West, Florida, America’s most uninhibitedplayground. Check out the shops, the museums,the shady tree-lined streets, and the lively bistrosand bars on Duval Street. Or, you could take aHistorical Trolley Tour, a Catamaran Sail &Snorkel, or Discover Key West. From there,you’re off to Cozumel, Mexico, the most beautiful island on the Yucatan. Naturally, water

sports reign supreme on a paradisewith so many beaches and coral reefs,including Palancar Reef. But shopping for duty-free bargains andhandicrafts is also a well-liked activity.On this cruise, you’ll enjoy one funadventure after another. Some otherpopular sites to explore in Cozumelinclude Mayan Ruins of Tulum, theDeluxe Sail, a Snorkel & Beach Party,a Playa Mia Beach Break Deluxe, orthe Dolphin Swim and Ride.

Whether you plan this exciting “Fall Break Getaway Cruise”

for you and your Family, friends, or as an R & Rexcursion you will be sure to come back relaxed,refreshed and renewed. This will be a fall breakthat will always be fondly remembered andtreasured for a lifetime.

Stop by, call or email us today at MWRLeisure Travel Services for more information. Weare located in the PX Mall on Fort Campbell,(270) 798-7436/0509, ITRtravel@fortcampbellmwr.com . You can also check us out on the internet atwww.fortcampbellmwr.com/travel .

By Charlene Mazur