Live & Explore - February 2010 by Marketing Fort Buchanan

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Directorate, Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation •Mr. Dallas J. Petersen, Director DFMWR Admin. Officer: María Hernandez Business Operations Division Chief: Jerome Hesby • T- 787-707-3373/3980• Bldg. 660 Community Recreation Division • Chief: Ms. Mara Clemente T- 787-707-3301 • Bldg. 390 Child, Youth & School Services • Acting Chief: Ms. Carmen Dieppa T-787-707-3399 /3598• Bldg. 1147, Coconut Grove Army Community Service • Chief: Mr. Rafael Gilestra • T- 787-707-3292/3709/3804 • Bldg. 1019-A, Buchanan Heights

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Keeping the Promise... Army Family Covenant and BOSS Events What’s HOT in our programs Discover Puerto Rico and it’s Attractions

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On-post Entertainment Things to do... February’s Event Calendar

And talking about the season What’s So Special About February? Black History Month

We owe the celebration of Black History Month, and more importantly, the study of black history, to Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Born to parents who were former slaves, he spent his childhood working in the Kentucky coal mines and enrolled in high school at age twenty. He graduated within two years and later went on to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard.

The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League

(since 1967), the premier association of professional American football. In most years, the Super Bowl is the most-watched American television broadcast. Many popular singers and musicians have performed during the event’s pre-game and halftime ceremonies. The day on which the Super Bowl is played is now considered to be a de facto American national holiday, called Super Bowl Sunday. Washington’s Birthday is a United States federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February. It is also commonly known as Presidents Day (or Presidents’ Day). As the first federal holiday to honor an American citizen, the holiday was celebrated on Washington’s actual birthday, February 22. On January 1, 1971 the federal holiday was shifted to the third Monday in February by the Uniform Monday Holiday Act. Chinese New Year or Spring Festival is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays. It is often called the Lunar New Year, especially by people in mainland China and Taiwan. The festival traditionally begins on the first day of the first month (Chinese: pinyin: zhng yuè) in the Chinese calendar and ends on the 15th; this day is called Lantern Festival. Chinese New Year’s Eve is known as Chúx. It literally means “Year-pass Eve”. The Chinese New Year By the Chinese Calendar 2010 is the Year of the Tiger, Feb 14th. Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) Mardi Gras arrived in North America as a sedate French Catholic tradition with the Le Moyne brothers, Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville and Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville, in the late 17th century, when King Louis XIV sent the pair to defend France’s claim on the territory of Louisiane, which included what are now the U.S. states of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. The expedition, entered the mouth of the Mississippi River on the evening of March 2, 1699, Lundi Gras. The party proceeded upstream to a place on the west bank about 60 miles down river from where New Orleans is today, where a small tributary emptied into the great river, and made camp.This was on March 3, 1699, Mardi Gras day, so in honor of this holiday, Iberville named the spot Point du Mardi Gras (French: “Mardi Gras Point”) and called the small tributary Bayou Mardi Gras. Bienville went on to found the settlement of Mobile, Alabama in 1702 as the first capital of French Louisiana, and in 1703 the Mardi Gras tradition began with celebrations by the French settlers in that city. By 1720, Biloxi had been made capital of Louisiana. In 1723, the capital of Louisiana was moved to New Orleans, founded in 1718. ERRATA: In January’s issue of Live & Explore on page 7, erroneously the young girl that appears in the photo for the Essay Contest First Place winner for the Middle School is not Charlyne Cuyar.

Sports, Fitness and Outdoor Recreation

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DFMWR Updates

What are you reading? New in the Library

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IN THIS ISSUE: Grill on Thursdays & Lunch Buffet at the Club

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Discovering Puerto Rico: Rincón Page 2 St. Valentine’s Sweet Messages

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Golf Course in Full Swing & Bowling Tips

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Ways to Keep Yourself Fit

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Free Online Tax Service

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Books to Movies at the Library

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Keeping the promise... Army Family Covenant

FEBRUARY 2010

Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Prevention INTERVENE

When I recognize a threat to my fellow Soldiers, I will have the personal courage to INTERVENE and prevent Sexual Assault. I will condemn acts of Sexual Harassment. I will not abide obscene gestures, language or behavior. I am a Warrior and a member of a team. I will INTERVENE.

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You are my brother, my sister, my fellow Soldier. It is my duty to stand up for you, no matter the time or place. I will take ACTION. I will do what’s right. I will prevent Sexual Harassment and Assault. I will not tolerate sexually offensive behavior. I will ACT.

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We are American Soldiers, MOTIVATED to keep our fellow Soldiers safe. It is our mission

to prevent Sexual Harassment and Assault.We will denounce sexual misconduct. As Soldiers, we are all MOTIVATED to take action. We are strongest…together.

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Cupid Balloon Delivery February 12th Reserve your Balloon-A-Gram today! Balloon Bouquet with digital photo for $15 each. Limited Quantities, only on post. For details call 787-707-5105/3215. Support your BOSS Program

Since the Community Club & Conference Center started offering the BBQ at the Patio it has undergone many changes to fine-tune the needs of customers. Patio umbrellas were purchased, then, the setting was moved from the parking in front of the building to a side of the parking that has a grassy area with fully grown trees, and most recently a large deck with access to the Borinquen Bar and Lounge was constructed. In the local Puerto Rican community there is a trend for outdoor bars, and an all time preference for grilled food in informal settings where extended family members can participate. Traditionally, locals enjoy sharing with friends informally at places where they can watch passer-bys who can join in at will. In a tropical island with average daily temperatures of 85 degrees Fahrenheit year round and lush greenery informal outdoor dining is the way to go. This has been demonstrated by the Club’s loyal group of BBQ participants that meet every Thursday after 1600 to share with friends and family their grilled favorites at a very affordable price. Many stop for takeouts and enjoy the grilled Ribs, Pinchos (Kabobs), Angus Burgers, grilled Sweet Potatoes and Corn on the Cob (and more) at home after a long days work. Be there next Thursday and taste grilled delicacies!

Above: the BBQ site before.

We are pleased to announce the re-opening of the

Buffet Style Lunch at the Community Club & Conference Center Monday through Friday from 1100 - 1300

9.25 per person

Soup • Salad • Entrée • Vegetables • Side items • Dessert and Beverage. For additional details please call 787-707-3535. Fort Buchanan

Community Club

Above: the BBQ site after.

What’s HOT in our programs

FEBRUARY 2010

One of Our Own! SAS Staff Member Awarded in Musical Contest

Fort Buchanan

Rita Nieves is a student at the University of Puerto Rico in Bayamón. She is working towards a Bachelor Degree in Education.

Community Club

Featuring Dinner and Dancing Saturday February 13th 2010 Start time: 1900 Price: $25.99 per person Call 787-707-3535, x-206 for more information or to RSVP. Tickets sold at the Club.

She participated in the Twenty-ninth competition of El Festival de la Voz. on 17 November 2009. This is an artistic musical production where students are encouraged to develop, present and produce various projects that enhance college student’s overall education. Rita Nieves performance of Lo Siento from Laura Pausini, won her the second prize during this years competition. Congratulations for a job well done.

Discovering Puerto Rico and it’s Attractions

Rincón “The grandeur of a country is not measured by the extension of its territory, but by the greatness of its people.”, said a wise Puerto Rican. Puerto Rico’s west coast has sand, sun and sea, but so far, it’s avoided the overdevelopment that can turn beach towns Above: a romantic sunset at the beach into generic megaresorts. Instead you can find friendly cafes, funky surf shops, small towns and tranquil beaches on the byways. Rincón, on Puerto Rico’s northwest coast, has the laidback vibe of a surfer town. But the chirping of the coquis — tiny tree frogs that sing dusk to dawn — leaves no doubt that you are in Puerto Rico. In the early 1800’s Rincón was frequently attacked by English and French invaders, corsairs and pirates, who would plunder and kill at will.The key ocean-view property in Rincon was a watch station on its highest peak, aptly named Atalaya (watchtower). Our most famous native pirate, Roberto Cofresí, loved Rincón and supposedly buried the bulk of his treasure in our shores and hills. After the pirate era, things went quiet in Rincón, except for small smuggling operations that continued for centuries. In 1892, the Spaniards built a lighthouse to mark the westernmost point of the Island and to warn passing ships of the shallow reefs that stretched out for miles. After four hundred years of Spanish rule, Puerto Rico became a U.S.Territory, at the end of the Spanish- American War. For Rincón, life under the new regime continued to be idyllic and sleepy. At the height of the economic depression of the 1930’s and during World War II, most of the young men were forced to leave Rincón, either to work abroad, or because they were drafted into the U.S. Army, for combat duty. The population hardly increased (from 6,641, in 1899 to 9,094, in 1970). The current population of Rincón is around 15,000. In the late 1950’s, the Sea Beach Colony became the first tourist destination. Later in the 1960’s,Villa Cofresí became the first beachfront hotel. Rubén Caro, then a young teacher, saw the merits of tourism in the area and became the visionary who jump-started the industry in Rincón. He went on to occupy the Mayor’s office. To this day, Villa Cofresí continues to be a popular spot with international and local tourists. The 1968 international surfing competition literally put Rincón on the map (up to then, you could not find Rincón on some maps). Shortly after, a trickle of surfers decided to become permanent guests and began to invite their friends over. Several of them opened successful businesses. Local trepidation about the “Hippie Gringo” colony was dissipated, when they adapted to our island lifestyle and remained neutral about local affairs. Today, it’s all good in Rincón. During the Winter season, over 1,000 accommodations are usually filled. During the Summer season, local tourists travel from the big cities for weekend and holiday stays. The new municipal government, led by a proactive mayor with a solid plan to bring tourism to the next natural level, has already obtained funding for infrastructure and capital improvements that will help create and maintain a higher level of interest towards Rincón as a unique destination. While the language of Puerto Rico is Spanish, many in Rincon speak English. It helps to initially learn at least two phrases: por favor (please) and gracias (thanks). It is also good to learn the Spanish names of your favorite drinks and dishes.

Rincón offers the most whale sightings in all of Puerto Rico during the prime season (January through March, peaking in February). The observation park at the historic El Faro Lighthouse serves as a prime vantage point for whale-watching, with binocular-wielding tourists lined up most every day. Also known as Parque El Faro de Rincon (Rincon’s Lighthouse Park), the site is located at the western edge of the town, attracting locals and tourists alike. Courtesy of: gotopuertorico.com

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Valentine’s Day, February 14th

St. Valentine’s Sweet Messages For all of our Soldiers deployed around the world: We send our respect with wishes of love and hope to you and your Families. Return home safe and soon. The DFMWR Family Dear Mom: Have a nice Valentine’s Day! With all my love. Dallas Petersen A message for my wife, Elizabeth Gilestra: “When seeing a falling star is the time to make a wish, ...but I do not have to wish anything, ... I have YOU”. I LOVE YOU Rafael A. Gilestra

Hijas:

En este día del Amor y la Amistad les quiero desear bendiciones, prosperidad y mi amor incondicional. Gracias por convertirme en una madre sumamente orgullosa. Ustedes son mi razón de ser. Las amo. Your Mom Lilliam

Some historians believe that Valentine’s Day originated with the ancient Roman feast of Lupercalia, which was celebrated on February 15th in honor of Lupercus, the Roman god of agriculture and shepherds. On the eve of this festival, the names of Roman girls were written on slips and placed in jars. A young man would draw a slip, and the girl whose name he chose was supposed to be his sweetheart for the year. Another legend tells of St. Valentine, a priest. Emperor Claudius II had decreed that no man could marry or become engaged because the Roman Empire needed dedicated soldiers. Valentine defied the decree and secretly married a number of young couples. He was arrested, imprisoned, and put to death on February 14th, 270 AD, the eve of Lupercalia. He was regarded as a Christian martyr. Christians honored his memory by doing away with the pagan festival and absorbing it into St. Valentine’s Day.

Nono: .sruoy si traeh yM .uoy evoL I Mrs. M To my Parents: You are the Love of my life. I’m thankful for the Love you’ve given me. Grace

Mara, Angie & Laurie: You are the best Sisters a girl could have. I’m blessed to share my life, my hopes and dreams with all of you. You make my life SOOOOO HAPPY!!! Love You, your big Sis

Bryan & Yariel: Mom & Dad want you to know that both of you are a gift from God that fill our heart so full of love. We love you so much. Isis & Javier

Juan Aguilar: Eres la esperanza que me ha devuelto la confianza en creer. Eres muy especial para mí. Gracias por formar parte de mi vida. Mi amor, te adoro! Feliz Dia de San Valentín! Neyda Folh To Edwin H. and Omar E. - Being a parent of such wonderful young guys as you has shown me how infinite love is and increased immensely my sense of compassion to other parents in adverse situations. You two are the light of my life! Thank you for being who you are. Your Mom Neysa Mama, Papa & Alexandra: Happy Valentine’s Day! I love you very much. Eduardo: My heart is yours forever. Mariana Para mis princesas: Coralys y Adriana en el dia de San Valentin quiero decearles un dia especial, que el angel de la guarda me las cuide siempre, estoy muy orgullosa de ustedes. De nana

Choosing a Romantic Valentine Gift Men, women, teenagers or even youngsters are always looking forward to celebrating St.Valentine’s Day. On this very day people can show their affection and respect towards each other, talk about their love and give loving hearts. Also it is nice to give presents which reveal your deep beautiful feelings. Traditional Valentine gifts Both men and women become very scrupulous while trying to find something special for this particular occasion. This situation might turn to be a challenging task for everybody. The main and important idea of giving gifts on such a day is to express your intense feelings and love that is why this romantic gift does not have to be that expensive. Simple gifts are the ones the most women and men remember the most and moreover very expensive gifts can put the receiver in a confusing situation. Usually people give flowers, chocolates, wine, and valentine’s heart shaped cards with a nice romantic some love poem. Sometimes men and women exchange personalized gifts. To make your search for a really wonderful and appropriate valentine present for your beloved one you

can use the following tips. Be original If you really want to astound your sweetheart with the gift you’ve prepared let it go beyond the usual ones like giving teddy bears, chocolates, personalized mugs and likewise. If it is your first Valentine you can give your girl-friend beautiful flowers that she is fond of. Using the delivery service send the bouquet to the place where she works. It will be a wonderful surprise for her to receive the gift. Experienced master florists can help you a lot in choosing the right flower arrangement for this day. If you know that your beloved loves house plants such as Boston fern or Peace lily then this would be far better than any ordinary flower bouquet. Some house plants will flower for most of the year. Thus insuring this gift will be kept for ever. Another idea of giving a stunning Valentine present to your sweetheart is something that can be always in his or her sight, making the place beautiful and cozy. It can be any digital image on canvas. It looks fabulous like a real masterpiece. You only have to think what photo will be the best for this canvas printing. If you do not have any image to

be printed on canvas you can purchase any of canvas prints which are available and to your taste. Long-lasting canvas print is a good thing to give a person you adore as a keepsake showing your boundless love and infinite devotion. Be careful... Someone who tries to be extra original at giving Valentine gift, but choosing a pet as a present you have to be double scrupulous. Do not buy an animal until you are sure it is desirable by the receiver. Otherwise your eccentricity can make them both unhappy: the poor animal and the receiver. This confusing situation can cause “certain” feelings which are unnatural on such a special day. Remember Buying a Valentine gift for your love one you should think over the way you are going to give it to her or him. Your feelings and the way you tell about them play more significant part than the gift itself.

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ENTERTAINMENT

FEBRUARY 2010

Bowling Tips You Can Practice

By: Sean Lannin If you are like me, you love to practice bowling as much as playing. Not only does practice improve our skills for when we play a real game, but there is something to be said for being able to focus on what it is we want to improve… and loose ourselves in the act of perfecting our skills. The Christmas tree pattern is not something many bowlers know about, certainly your average recreational bowler will not concern themselves, and shows there is a lot more to the game than meets the eye of the casual observer.To the untrained observer, bowling itself is merely a game where players use a heavy ball to knock down a number of obstacles that are placed on the other end of a long, flat corridor. However, there is a little more to the game than that, and as it stands, bowling is an international pastime with a large number of aficionados who all have their own tips and tricks to score higher and win over the other competitors. When listening in to the conversations between seasoned bowlers, you will soon learn that there is so much more to this game than meets the eye.

Did you know? The Bowling Center opened on August 28th, 1992. It was last renovated in May 2007 when the Bowling Pinsetters and Scoring Systems were changed to state of the art equipment. Fort Buchanan’s Bowling Center currently has the best equipment available in Puerto Rico. There are a total of 10 bowling centers in the Island and only two can compete with Fort Buchanan. Attendees can enjoy 18 lanes of bowling, Disco Bowling, Bumpers, music, video games and a great selection of food from the Snack Bar.

One such item that rarely factors into the mainstream perception of the game is the oil pattern. The bowling lane will need to be cleaned and the wood or synthetic material preserved.To this end, many proprietors use a specific kind of oil that not only protects the floor material, but also adds the glossy shine that is so pleasing to the eye. Experienced bowlers know that there are different kinds of patterns that emerge when the oil is applied, and during tournaments bowlers work long and hard to find out the patterns that have been laid down; one such pattern is referred to as the Christmas tree pattern. I am always looking for ways to improve my game, and I learned about this bowling tip some years ago that has increased my scoring. The name comes from the shape of the pattern and it’s resemblance to a Christmas tree if you were to look at it from above, and reflects the fact that the oil is laid down in a Christmas tree shape pattern, leaving certain areas of the lane dry. The new machines used by bowling alleys make it easy to repeat this pattern from one day to the next and is making this pattern more popular. These bowling tips will help with your Christmas tree pattern practice: 1. For right hander’s, it is important to move the ball closer to the right side than you might ordinarily do. The goal is to take advantage of the fact that there is not much oil laid down to help your ball to project to the pins. If you are a left hander, obviously you are aiming for the other side. 2. Experiment with your desired breakpoint.You may need to move your stand point more than you might need to move your target. Before changing your aim by three boards, decide instead to move your feet, and adjust your aim by only one board. 3. Do not be afraid to waste a ball or two in trying to find out how far the oil pattern reaches. Novices wrongly believe that the oil pattern will reach all the way to the pins, whereas in reality it may only go as far back as 35 feet. This is the reason that practice play is so important before you decide to keep score! 4. If the oil is very heavily applied, be sure to use a ball with a dull finish. A shiny ball will make adjustments to the Christmas tree pattern harder since the ball will be more inclined to roll the direct line. It is important that you practice being able to recognize this patter, and devote practice time to this pursuit.The most important aspects of playing this pattern are - for the intermediate bowler - to fist of all recognize the pattern in the first place, and then gain a feel for the length to which it is applied. Experiment with different approaches and find something that works for you, so when you see the pattern in league play you are able to easily make your adjustments and improve your scores.

Fort Buchanan Golf Course is in Full Swing in 2010 Each Saturday and Sunday a “Dogfight” event is held. Entry fee is minimal but be sure to show up early as the Dogfighters start at first light.

Fort Buchanan’s Bowling Center has ten Adult Leagues that bowl at 1800 and one Adult League at 2100 during the week. It also has a Junior League that bowls on Saturdays from August to May every year. Kids from ages 5 to 21 can bowl and participate on local and national tournaments. On March 2010, Fort Buchanan will be part of the Pepsi Cola Youth Tournament and in August is its yearly Anniversary Tournament. Hours of operations for Bowling are Monday, Tuesday & Thursdays from 1300 to 2200,Wednesday from 1300 to Midnight, Friday from 1100 to 1300, Saturday from 1100 to Midnight and Sunday from 1300 to 2100. Hours of operation for the Snack Bar are Monday, Tuesday & Thursdays from 1100 to 2100, Wednesdays from 1100 to 2230, Fridays from 1100 to Midnight, Saturday from 1100 to 2300 and Sunday from 1300 to 2000. It serves a Lunch Special that includes an entrée with rice n’ beans or tostones, with a soda for $7, Monday through Friday, from 1100 - 1400. The Bar opens on Thursday from 1700 to 2200 and on Friday from 1700 until Midnight. Fort Buchanan’s Bowling Center has the best fees in Puerto Rico. They are not charged by the hour like other centers. You pay each game you play no matter what how long it takes to finish it. Fees are: Games $2.75 during the Day and $3.50 during the night and weekends. Shoes $2.50.

Fort Buchanan Golf Course also will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with a Nine Hole Mixed Scramble on February 14th. The entry fee of $60.00 per couple includes, golf, cart, prizes and food. Call the Golf Shop at 787-707-3980 to register early. February 16th is “Fat Tuesday”, so come celebrate Mardi Gras at the Golf Course with a Nine Hole Two Person Scramble. Entry fee of $20.00 (members) and $30.00 (non-members) includes golf, cart, prizes and food (with a Cajun flair). Space is limited so register early. Call 787-7073890 or register at the Golf Shop. The Fort Buchanan Golf Course, Month End Madness Tournament, will be hosted on February 26th at 1200. The format will be a Two Person “Blind Draw” Best Ball with handicap. Entry fee of $30.00 (members) and $40.00 (nonmembers) includes golf, cart, prizes and food. Field is limited to 60 players so register early at the Golf Course. And don’t forget about the Malanga’s each Wednesday afternoon on the Par 3 course.

Things to do... February 2010 Event Calendar

FEBRUARY 2010

St. Valentine’s Dinner at the Community Club & Conference Center February 14th, starting at 1900. Dinner served at 2000. Ticket sold at the Club.

Black History Month “Freedom is not given; It is won.”

Philip Randolph

Sports & Fitness

FEBRUARY 2010

SPORTS

Ways to keep Yourself Fit By: Cali Smith Make it hard to give up early - whether you are walking, running or biking, go out a certain distance, not in circles or around the block or a track. If you go out a certain distance then you will be forced to at least walk back. Pick a reasonable distance and commit to it, then increase the distance slowly every other day. Do this 4 to 5 times a week (3 is not enough) The Exercise Bike is one of the most distinctive pieces of household physical exercise equipment. They have been improved over the years so that they are no longer giant alloy frames that get in the way. They are now slick, easy to transfer and have a potpourri of features such as: a choice of resistance degrees, heart rate monitors, an assortment of displays, and some even come with a built-in magazine rack. Stretching exercises are great. Sitting in front of a computer all day eventually leads to sore shoulders, back, and neck. For the back, stand with your feet slightly apart and reach with your arms to the ceiling then down to your without bending your knees toes. For your neck and shoulders, link both hands behind your back and stretch your arms back while looking up at the ceiling. Starting a fitness training program for your child can be very easy if you just use some initiative. You don’t have to get them to the gym which is boring for them and expensive for you, but you can use other methods. Make sure that they don’t watch TV for more than 1 hour at a time. If they are watching a movie, make sure that they don’t get to watch anything else or play computer games that day. Rather encourage them to play outside. Plan your meals. Don’t eat whatever thing and the whole thing that you get your hands on. Even while grocery shopping, read the labels and dietary values. Make the stylish choices. Eat unmarked fruits and vegetables as an alternative of packaged provisions. Use foodstuffs completed up of complete wheat to a certain extent than wheat flour. Reduce salt and sugar drinking and boundary the eating of coffee, tea and cold drinks. Instead, go for hose down. To perform pushups lie flat on your stomach. Bend your elbows and bring your hands with your palms on the ground to shoulder level. Your toes should be tucked under your feet so the top of your feet will not be touching the ground. Now you will straighten your arms and push your body off the floor. Keep your body straight and hold this for a couple seconds. Finally, lower your body back down so your chest touches the floor. To boost your cardiovascular system, you may find treadmills, exercise bikes, and elliptical trainers valuable. These are staples for those who want to burn the fat and develop the lower limbs. In fact, everybody find these the most important equipment for fitness training. These can never be absent from any gym and can even have their own space in a home. These makes jogging and similar exercises possible even in the most uncooperative weather.

Acai Side Effects

By: Patrick Ray Acai berry juice is at the top of the superfruits category. In my work as a nutritionist, I have studied quite a few superfoods and acai berry is impressive. It has a great range of nutrients, essential fatty acids, and an awesome antioxidant profile. Definitely a product to look into if you are following a healthy lifestyle. In todays world of prescription drugs, people have started assuming that natural substances like fruits and vegetables may also have adverse side effects. Especially if they are marketed as being healthy. Acai berries have been consumed by the people of Northern Brazil for thousands of years. In fact, it is such a respected food source, acai berries and acai juice are a part of the folklore of the indigenous people of the rainforest. There are no known adverse acai side effects. Higher energy levels, better nutrition, increased stamina have all been reported by thousands of people on the internet. No acai side effects. I think if a person tried really hard, they could eat enough acai berries or drink enough acai juice to get a little sick to their stomach. That isn’t any different than any food, though. I have researched it extensively and still can’t find any hint of natural acai products having side effects. This doesn’t carry over to all the acai supplements. There are a great many opportunistic, and slightly predatory, supplement manufacturers making products guaranteeing weight loss and other unsupported benefits. These “miracle” supplements are the only products that are likely to have side effects. That’s because they add a bunch of other stuff that isn’t purely food. Avoid products that have caffeine. Also avoid products that are promising instant or amazing results overnight. The ideal thing to look for is acai products that are pure acai juice or freeze-dried acai berry powder. Stick to them and you’ll get all the good acai offers without any acai berry hype or acai side effects. As with all choices, I encourage you to do some research. Look around on the internet and ask qualified professionals. The more informed you are about the subject, the better you’ll be at making the best choice of which acai product is right for you.

Patrick Ray is a Certified Nutritionist and Herbalist who writes articles for the best juicer reviews a website that offers juicer reviews and healthy juicing articles.

Army Community Service

FEBRUARY 2010

The Army’s Official website for military Families is:

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Free On-line Tax Filing Services And Tax Consultation

Military OneSource is pleased to announce that beginning Monday, January 18, 2010, we will once again provide free tax consultation and free on-line tax filing services to military service members and their families during the tax season. As in the three previous years, participants will have free online access to the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) Basic tax product. A brief overview of the program: •Participants must register for Military OneSource and log on to the site for access to the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) Basic product. A separate logon for the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) site is required. •Those eligible for the program are active duty, Guard and Reserve (regardless of activation status), spouses and dependent children (authorized in DEERS), family members handling the affairs of a deployed service member, and severely injured service members or family members handling their affairs. •Participants will have free access to the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) Basic product. Those with more complicated returns may incur charges if they upgrade to the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) Premium product. •Participants can file up to three state resident returns for each federal return that they file with the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) Basic product. •Participants can speak with a Military OneSource Tax Consultant if they have tax related questions, or need assistance using the H&R Block At Home (formerly TaxCut) Basic product. Find out more about the program by visiting the Military OneSource Tax page and our FAQs. Please feel free to distribute or reproduce the attached PDF flyer as needed.

Worried about loved ones in Haiti?

In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti on Tuesday, January 12th the State Department has set up a telephone number for Americans seeking information about family members and loved ones. The State Department’s toll free number is 1-888-407-4747. The State Department advises that some callers may receive a recording because of heavy call volume. The Red Cross Safe and Well site at https://disastersafe.redcross.org/ may also be helpful. It allows people in Haiti to communicate information about their wellbeing to family and friends. The Military OneSource program can offer information, support, and help with practical and emotional issues. Call anytime, 24/7, to talk with an experienced consultant who can help you: • Deal with feelings of anxiety, grief, and loss • Identify local and national resources that can help such as the Red Cross • Learn what you can do to help people who have been affected by the earthquake. If you or your family have been affected by the earthquake in Haiti, you can call Military OneSource 24/7 at 1-800342-9647 for free assistance and support. You can also go to www.MilitaryOneSource.com any time to learn about counseling options, find online resources, or read or download expertly prepared articles, including: • Coping with Fears Following a Traumatic Event • Helping a Child Manage Fears After a Traumatic Event Military OneSource can help. Call 1-800-342-9647 any time to speak with a consultant. Or visit www.MilitaryOneSource.com En español: 1-877-888-0727. For TTY/TDD: 1-800 346-9188

How Does HooahMail Work? 1. Sender logs onto www.HooahMail.us to create and send their letter. 2. The letter is sent to the HooahMail secure server. 3. The designated Army Post Office downloads the letter to a special machine which prints, folds and seals it. 4. The letter is delivered through unit mail call. 5. Soldier reads and re-reads letter. HooahMail service has a tremendous positive effect on morale by providing unparalleled delivery times. HooahMail can be submitted worldwide via Internet.

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Intended for personal use by Families and friends of deployed Soldiers. Letter and photo are submitted via the Internet, and printed and delivered by the Army Post Office.

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Emergency Resources For The Haiti Earthquake

If you or your family have been affected by the earthquake in Haiti, you can call Military OneSource 24/7 at 1-800342-9647 for free assistance and support. You can also go to www.MilitaryOneSource.com any time to learn about counseling options, find online resources, or read or download expertly prepared articles http://www.state.gov: As of Wednesday, January 13, 2010, the U.S. State Department Operations Center said Americans seeking information about family members in Haiti should call 1-888-407-4747. Due to heavy volume, some callers may receive a recording “Our embassy is still in the early stages of contacting American citizens through our Warden Network.” Communications are very difficult within Haiti at this time. For those interested in helping immediately with relief efforts text “HAITI” to “90999” and $10 will automatically be given to the Red Cross. Or visit Red Cross or Mercy Corps to contribute.” http://www.haiti.org: The Embassy of Haiti in Washington, DC is available to assist with information regarding the recent earthquake. U.S. Embassy of Haiti 2311 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC http://newsroom.redcross.org/2010/01/12/disaster-alert-earthquake-in-haiti: The American Red Cross is gathering information about the recent earthquake 202-332-4090 and is posting and updating their online newsroom with information and how embassy@haiti.org individuals can donate to the disaster. Haitian Consulate in Florida https://disastersafe.redcross.org/ The Red Cross Safe and Well Web site may 259 Southwest 13 Street also be helpful. It allows people in Haiti to communicate information about their 3rd Floor well-being to family and friends. Miami, FL http://www.mercycorps.org/haiti: Mercy Corps is deploying an emergency re305-859-2003 sponse team to Haiti and has set up this news page for up-to-date information and information on how to donate to the disaster. What to do After an Earthquake: http://www.fema.gov/hazard/earthquake/eq_after.shtm

DFMWR Updates

FEBRUARY 2010

BSA Venturing

Venturing is a youth development program of the Boy Scouts of America for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) through 20 years of age. Venturing’s purpose is to provide positive experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Young adults involved in Venturing will: • Learn to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling the values in the Venturing Oath and Code. • Experience a program that is fun and full of challenge and adventure. • Become a skilled training and program resource for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and other groups. • Acquire skills in the areas of high adventure, sports, arts and hobbies, religious life, or Sea Scouting. • Experience positive leadership from adult and youth leaders and be given opportunities to take on leadership roles. • Have a chance to learn and grow in a supportive, caring, and fun environment.

BSA Venturing Crew 95 Meets every Wednesday from 1600 - 1800 1145 Ausubo Street, Fort Buchanan, PR

Archery

Free. Open For AD, DOD & FED Community Ages 10- 16 years old youth dependents. Register @ Bldg. 152, 0800 - 1700 from January 11th - 27th, 2010. Beginning Feb. 1, 9, 22 @ 1530, McArthur Baseball Field.

Badminton

Free. Open For AD, DOD & FED Community Ages 9-16 years old youth dependents. Register @ Bldg. 152, 0800 - 1700 from January 11th to 27th, 2010 Beginning Feb. 1, 8, 22 @ 1530, Mc Arthur Court.

Start Smart

Ages 3 - 4 years old. Jan 19th thru Feb. 16th Children must be accompanied by an adult. Above: Smart Start Session at the Sports & Fitness Center

Central Registration Phone: 787-707-3434/3787 or 787-707-KIDS. Fax: 787-707-3392

Boy Scouts of America 100th Anniversary

Since 1910, Scouting has served young people and their families through a program of valuesbased leadership and character. Continuing the BSA’s long tradition of service and good turns, we will bring deeper purpose to the Celebration by sending letters and care packages to the military men and women serving our country overseas. Also included in this effort are the many veterans who have honorably served our country throughout the years. Join us in the effort! You can start today by visiting the USPS Web site, where you will find important guidelines and information for keeping in touch with our troops overseas. And, you’ll find a toolkit of information to support your efforts at http://ww2.scouting. org/100years

What are You Reading? New at the Library

FEBRUARY 2010

Featured Book of the Month:

The Fort Buchanan Post Library celebrates National Black History Month Black History Month is a national annual observance for remembrance of important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. It is celebrated annually in the United States and Canada in February and the United Kingdom in the month of October. The remembrance originated in 1926 by historian Carter G. Woodson as “Negro History Week”. Woodson chose the second week of February because it marked the birthdays of two Americans who greatly influenced the lives and social condition of African Americans: former President Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist and former slave Frederick Douglass. Woodson also founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, now the Association for the Study of African American Life and History.

If you are an Elementary or Middle School student and would like some help with your homework, you should take advantage of the Library’s Homework Helper Program. This program runs every Tuesday during the school year from 1430 – 1600 in the Library’s Children Section. Students receive assistance in all subjects on a first-come first-serve basis. Students must present a valid military ID or be accompanied by an adult who has a valid military ID. For more information, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Library Coupon Club

Come and join us in learning how to save money on your grocery bill on Thursday February 25th, 2010 from 1100 – 1200. You will learn: where to find coupons, how to organize them, how to maximize your savings, and more! For more information, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Story Time @ your Library The Fort Buchanan Post Library offers a story hour along with a craft. February Story Time will be on Wednesday 17th February 2010 at 1500 pm and the theme will be “President’s Day”. Children between the ages of 1 and 9 years old are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Kids - Create Your Own Book!

The Fort Buchanan Post Library offers Books by You which inspires the love of reading and writing in children as they create and publish their own books. To learn more about Books by You, visit or call the Library at (787)707-3208.

Computer Orientations

To assist customers in accessing public computers and reference resources, the Fort Buchanan Post Library offers computer orientations on different subjects. Our next orientation will be conducted Wednesday February 3rd, 2010 at 1000. For details, visit or call (787)707-3208.

Books-to-Movies at your Library! The US Army’s Family & MWR Command and Sony Pictures have partnered on an exciting “Books-to-Movies” promotion. This promotion features the new film “Dear John” to be released February 5th, based on the novel by best-selling author Nicholas Sparks. Visit your Post Library for more information and for a chance to win a movie t-shirt or poster.

with a display of various reading materials available for check-out during February.

Homework Helper at your Library

David Plouffe not only led the effort that put Barack Obama in the White House, but he also changed the face of politics forever and reenergized the idea of democracy itself. The Audacity to Win is his story of the ground breaking achievement, taking readers inside the remarkable campaign that led to the election of the first African American president. In this extraordinary book, David Plouffe unfolds one of the most important political stories of our time, one whose lessons are not limited to politics, but reach to the greatest heights of what we dream about for our country and ourselves.

February DVD Releases Where God left His Shoes • Up • My Sister’s Keeper • The Girl In The Park • Julie And Julia • The Open Road • The Cinder Path • Happily N’Ever After • Happily N’Ever After 2 •Darwin’s Darkest Hour • Night At The Museum 2 • Moonlight Serenade • Grand Pri • Wizards Of Waverly Place Movie • Weather Girl • Jennifer’s Body • A Look Into Kabbalah • Spy Kids Game Over • G-Force • The Pink Panther • Max Payne • Set It Off • Undercover Dora • I’m A Ballerina Now • Harry Potter Half Blood Prince • The Beatles Big Beat Box • Harry Potter Half Blood Prince(Blu-ray) • Terminator Salvation(Blu-ray) • Public Enemies(Blu-ray) • G.I Joe Rise Of Cobra(Blu-ray)

February Playaway Releases: Alma de Campeon • Angels & Demons • Betrayal at Cross Creek • Casada Conmigo • De La Confianza Ficticia a la Confianza Real • Devil’s Arithmetic • El Amor Como Forma de Vida • Eulalia • Global Warming • Hide & Seek • Holy Bible:The Pentateuch • King of the Wind • Long Patrol • Masquarade • Mattimeo • Mossflower • Of Mice and Men • Red Badge of Courage • Spanish Latin American Complete Course II Part A • War as I Knew It Playaways are recorded books that are about the size of a credit card. Playaway books are portable and allow you to enjoy your favorite authors and titles onthe-go (personal headphones are required).

Dear John

by Nicholas Sparks

Dear John by Nicholas Sparks is available as a traditional book as well as audio format on CD and Playaway. An angry rebel, John dropped out of school and enlisted in the Army, not knowing what else to do with his life until he meets Savannah, the girl of his dreams. Savannah helps John deal with his father by explaining that John’s father’s obsession for coin collecting is related to Asperger syndrome. John and Savannah’s mutual attraction quickly grows into the kind of love that leaves Savannah waiting for John to finish his tour of duty, and John wanting to settle down with the woman who has captured his heart. But 9/11 changes everything. John feels it is his duty to re-enlist. And sadly, the long separation finds Savannah falling in love with someone else. Dear John, the letter read, and with those two words, a heart was broken and two lives were changed forever. Returning home, John must come to grips with the fact that Savannah, now married, is still his true love and face the hardest decision of his life. Other Titles by Nicolas Sparks A Bend in the Road / Nicholas Sparks New York: Warner Books, c2001 The Guardian / Nicholas Sparks New York: Warner Books, c2003 Message in a Bottle / Nicholas Sparks New York, NY: Warner Books, c1998 Nights in Rodanthe / Nicholas Sparks New York, NY: Warner Books, c2002 The Notebook / Nicholas Sparks New York: Warner Books, 1996 The Rescue / Nicholas Sparks New York: Warner Books, c2000 A Walk to Remember / Nicholas Sparks New York: Warner Books, 1999 The Wedding / Nicholas Sparks New York: Warner Books, c2003

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Presidents’ Day, Feb. 19th

Presidents’ Day, now celebrating all former presidents, originally honored only George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, both of whom had birthdays during the month of February, Feb. 22nd and 12th, respectively. Here are some presidential firsts for these men: George Washington • The first and only president to be elected unanimously by the electoral college. He received all 69 of the votes. • The first president with false teeth. • The first to appear on a postage stamp. Abraham Lincoln • The first Republican president. • The first president to be assassinated. • The first to support women’s right to vote.

A Presidents’ Day Quiz

[President’s Day Quiz Answer Key: 1A; 2D; 3B; 4C]

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How many U.S. state capitals are named after presidents? Four — after Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Jackson, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison. Can you match the city to the state? 1. Lincoln A. Nebraska 2. Jackson B. Missouri 3. Jefferson City C. Wisconsin 4. Madison D. Mississippi And, of course, the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., is named after George Washington.

Super Bowl Trivia for Your Super Bowl Party When was the first Super Bowl played? The first Super Bowl was played on January 15, 1967.Teams from the AFL and NFL had never played before, not even in a scrimmage. The Kansas City Chiefs played the Green Bay Packers in front of the smallest Super Bowl crowd to date, 61, 946 people. Who won the first Super Bowl? The Green Bay Packers, coached by Vince Lombardi, beat the Kansas City Chiefs 35 to 10. What is the name of the Super Bowl trophy? The Super Bowl trophy is affectionately known as the Vince Lombardi trophy after the Packers coach who led his team to Super Bowl victory in not only the first, but also the second Super Bowl. Which coach has the most wins in Super Bowl history? Chuck Noll went to the Super Bowl four times with Pittsburg Steelers and took home the win all four times. Don Shula went to the Super Bowl six times. He went once with the Baltimore Colts and five times with the Miami Dolphins and took home the trophy twice. Which Super Bowl championship game had the closest score? The smallest margin of victory in a Super Game was 1 point when the New York Giants beat the Buffalo Bills 20 to 19 in Super Bowl XXV in 1991. Many football fans hail Super Bowl XXV as the best Super Bowl game ever. Interestingly, the largest margin in a Super Bowl game had occurred just the year before in 1990 when the San Francisco 49ers beat the Denver Broncos 55 to 10. The 45point winning margin is the largest in Super Bowl history. How many times has the Super Bowl been played in Miami? With promises of pleasant weather in February, Miami has been chosen to host the Super Bowl nine previous times. Miami first hosted Super Bowl II in 1968 and most recently hosted Super Bowl XLI in 2007. By Angela La Fon

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