2 JAX AIR NEWS, NASJACKSONVILLE, Thursday, November 13, 2008 Looking back to Aug. 1, 1947 0 0 Official U.S. Navy Photo The only information on this photo is, "New NAS Jax ferry boat." Do you know what points it served along the St. Johns River or other info? If so, send it to Jax Air News at Code OOG, Box 2,NAS Jacksnville, FL 32212-5000 Riding the emotional cycle of deployment By Beth Wilson Special Contributor .__ . The emotional middle stages of the deployment cycle take place during the actual deploy- ment. Each stage may be experienced to varying degrees and lengths, depending on your personality and previous experience. Stage three, "emotional disorganiza- tion," takes place during the first six weeks of deployment and for many is the most difficult stage. In this stage there can be an initial relief that your Sailor is gone and then a sense of guilt for feeling that way. This sense of relief comes from the emotional phases prior to the departure. These feelings are normal. This stage can also be accompanied by feelings of restlessness and aim- lessness. You may experience feel- ings of isolation. It takes time to get into a 'groove' without your Sailor in the home. Be patient with your- self. Communicate with your Sailor as much as possible. Start your mail drop/care package. Get out and spend time with friends or family during this time. Pick up a hobby and set a few goals to accomplish during deployment. If this stage seems over- whelming, contact your ombudsman for support and resources. Stage four is "recovery and stabili- zation." This is when we have adjust- ed to the changes of deployment. Bridging the generation gap workshop Dec. 1 By Kenneth Richmond Special contributor T he Total Force Management Department of Commander. Navy Region Southeast offers "Bridging the Generation Gap" workshop at NAS Jacksonville. The Dec. 11 workshop takes place in building 4 (Michael Hoff Building), room 116 from 8 a.m. noon. This high profile, interactive workshop explores the characteristics of the five gen- erations in today's workplace. It explores the different perspectives, expectations and socialization of the various generations and provides strategies and solutions the partic- ipants can implement to help create a posi- tive work environment. Additionally, this workshop will show the participants how to better relate to each generation, minimiz- ing conflict, miscommunication and wasted energy. The participants will learn what each generation thinks of the others and how each wishes the others to view them. This highly acclaimed workshop is open to all military and civilian personnel. This workshop is free and is limited to 25 par- ticipants on a first come, first serve basis. Individual command workshops are avail- able upon request. For more information or to register, con- tact Kenneth Richmond at (904) 542-4733 (kenneth.richmond@navy.mil) or Jackson Blamo at (904) 542-5811 (jackson.g.blamo@ navy.mil). ooo Many spouses find a new strength and maturity at this point and enjoy a new sense of independence. This is when you smile and say, "I am going to make it." Anna was a new Navy wife facing her first deployment. She was a lovely young lady with many concerns over the upcoming deployment and unsure how she would survive. During the "emotional disorganization" stage, she relied heavily on her ombudsman. Anna would call daily, email often - most times in tears. Anna's life was disrupted by the absence of her Sailor, her lover and her best friend. Anna's ombudsman recounts, "I tried to help Anna meet other wives, develop interests and become active in spou- sal support groups during this chal- lenging period. After about four and half weeks, the phone stopped ringing and the emails from Anna dropped off. That was when I knew that she made it through the most difficult stage. She was now enjoying a new sense of inde- pendence and I watched Anna mature during this time." Stage five is "anticipation of home- coming." Depending on the length of your deployment, this can begin as early as six weeks prior to the expected return. This stage is char- acterized by joy and anticipation. We start planning homecoming festivi- ties and dream about the day we see our Sailor walk across that tarmac or gangplank. This stage may also bring appre- hension and concerns about your rela- tionship. Perhaps you gained a little weight while your Sailor was gone. Maybe you experienced a great sense of growth during deployment and wonder what your marriage may be like when your Sailor returns. These are all normal feelings. Throughout the stages of deploy- ment it the most important issue is to stay as connected to your Sailor as much as possible. Take every oppor- tunity to write, email, send care pack- ages and family grams. Acknowledgements: Material for these articles includes www.myarmy- lifetoo.com, Kathleen Vestal-Logan, and the Navy Ombudsman Training Manual. This is part two of three. Next week, we look at the "return & reunion" stage of the emotional cycle of deployment. Do you have questions or comments for Beth? Contact her at beth@homefrontinfocus.com. Don't miss Navy Homefront Talk!- Beth's internet talk show for spouses at www. blogtalkradio.com/nht. *ALERT* * Nov. 16 Jaguars vs. Titans Game Note Game time changed from 1 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. For every ticket purchased, the Jacksonville Jaguars will donate a portion of the proceeds to Sthe Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. - Tickets on sale at ITT Office $47 in the 400-level $59 in the 200-level Is your Jaw tired of the Chaw? Naval Hospital Tobacco Cessation Program 542-9228 danny.woodard @ med.navy.mil MFfaSs* w... CS2(SW) WILLIS FINCH III Job title/command: NAS Jax Brig Hometown: Rocky Mount, N.C. SFavorite duty station? Why? NAVSTA Roosevelt Roads. Different experience. Last book read: The Bible Favorite pastime: Disney World with my kids. Most interesting experience: Serving on the USS Roosevelt (DDG8). Who is your hero? My family. Cs!/ i (A(/A% ... SAREA-JO NAVARRA Job title/command: GNC Senior Store Manager Hometown: Watertown, .N.Y. Favorite duty station? Why? NAS Jacksonville, I made a lot of friends because everyone is so nice. Last book read: Forensic Psychology (Col- lege Course) Favorite pastime: Traveling to exotic places on a cruise line. Most Interesting Experience: Traveling to foreign countries. Who is your hero? 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