Friday, June 5, 2015

So Sarge, what's in the news?

WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (May 23, 2015) Sailors signal the pilot of a C-2A Greyhound from the Providers of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 30, Detachment 5 to perform engine shutdown procedures on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, are on patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

USS George Washington (CVN-73) makes its final departure from Yokosuka, Japan on May 18, 2015 after being home-ported there as the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier for seven years. George Washington will participate in the Australia-based Talisman Saber exercise in July before heading to San Diego, where about 2,000 sailors will switch over to the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76). The Ronald Reagan will then replace the George Washington in Japan as the Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier, and the George Washington will sail to Norfolk, Virginia to complete a multi-year nuclear refueling and overhaul. (Source)

The WSO used to be on the Reagan. When I heard earlier this year that Reagan was eventually headed for Japan I wondered if she'd be headed that way too.

 Nah, she has something else planned for September, doesn't involve flying, doesn't involve ships.

 Nah, it involves grandchildren. Word on the street is that Little Bit is going to be a big sister later this year.

 Are we excited?

 You betcha.
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  1. juvatJune 5, 2015 at 5:15 AM

    Well, Congratulations to all hands!

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    1. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 6:22 AM

      I shall pass that along. We're pretty excited about it all. Of course, The Missus Herself will be making another long California deployment come the Fall.

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    2. Rev. PaulJune 5, 2015 at 8:46 AM

      +1

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    3. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 9:00 AM

      :-)

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  2. PrairieAdventureJune 5, 2015 at 6:06 AM

    Now that's the kind of news we like to hear!

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    1. PrairieAdventureJune 5, 2015 at 6:08 AM

      That flight deck image makes me dizzy.

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    2. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 6:22 AM

      Thanks Shaun.

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    3. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 6:23 AM

      BTW, every time I look at that picture I ask myself, "What was I thinking?"

      I am never using a fish-eye lens photo again.

      At least not today...

      ;-)

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    4. PrairieAdventureJune 5, 2015 at 1:11 PM

      Nah, it's cool, Makes me think I must have just got off the liberty launch. "Th'ell am I doing on the roof?"

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    5. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 3:08 PM

      I hear ya on that one.

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  3. TunaJune 5, 2015 at 6:14 AM

    That's some "Big Time" news! Congrats to your kids- and you of course- Grandparenting seems to be your sweet spot. By the way, it's my busy time of the year with planning and execution of a major conference at work, which is why I've been scarce 'round the Chant recently. Haven't had time to get politically peeved, much less creative enough to write. We'll see what I can do in a week or two.

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    1. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 6:25 AM

      Thanks Tuna.

      As to the blogging thing, when you can. Your stuff is always worth waiting for.

      I'll make sure those guys in your office know you'll be back. (I know, I know, "what office?")

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    2. TunaJune 5, 2015 at 12:12 PM

      All my virtual friends in my virtual office!

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    3. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 12:31 PM

      Yeah, I think they're all retired Navy, they drink too much and keep asking for money.

      Hhmm, maybe they're retired Air Force.

      "Hey fellas! I'm gonna need to see some ID!"

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  4. Captain SteveJune 5, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    Congratulations on the upcoming new family member! Our grand kids are the apples of of our eyes.

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    1. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 6:54 AM

      Thanks Cap'n.

      I am really in to this whole grandparent thing. Love those little ones!

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    2. Captain SteveJune 5, 2015 at 9:04 AM

      Start the 529 now ;-)

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    3. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 9:17 AM

      True on the 529.

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  5. rkinionJune 5, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    Congratulations! Another one to spoil and then send home. You have a grave responsibility ahead of you.
    Makes life worth it doesn't it?

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  6. snuffynyJune 5, 2015 at 10:17 AM

    Congratulations! Being a grandpa is the best job in the world. I've been blessed 8 times.

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  7. Well Seasoned FoolJune 5, 2015 at 12:27 PM

    Thanks for a bit of good news today. Grandkids are the best!

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    1. OldAFSargeJune 5, 2015 at 12:31 PM

      Glad to be of service WSF!

      Love them grandkids!

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  8. AaronJune 5, 2015 at 12:36 PM

    That's some great news! Congrats and all the best and best wishes to the family.

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  9. HMS DefiantJune 7, 2015 at 10:52 PM

    Wonderful news! My best wishes to the family and indeed to both the crews of REAGAN and GEORGE WASHINGTON.

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    1. OldAFSargeJune 8, 2015 at 5:11 AM

      Thanks Cap'n.

      From what I understand, about 2000 of the WASHINGTON's ship's company will be transferring to REAGAN. REAGAN is also getting a different Air Wing.

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