The Coastline by William Tisdale

The Coastline

February 2, 2012

Volume 22 Issue 4

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Mentorship: A Key to Success Team Rota, It is hard to believe weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re already in the second month of the New Year: The constant calling of either home or work, and the ensuing balance game, can keep you so busy that you sometimes forget to take care of yourself. We have an incredibly important mission aboard Naval Station Rota the larger Commander Naval C O R N E R and Activities, Spain, but be sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re taking care of yourselves. Most of you all are coming here from sea duty or some other arduous duty. I know you have pride in your workâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; rightfully so â&#x20AC;&#x201C;and you put your CMDCM (SW/AW/SS) whole self into that mission, but be David Twiford sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fulfilling the other reasons you chose orders to Rota. One program that has my full attention and support is the mentorship program. It is one of the pillars of Brilliant on the Basics, and it is a great tool for you to use to help keep your life in balance and on track. Whether you chose to come to Rota, in part, to pursue a degree, spend more time with your family, travel Europe or all three and more; set some reasonable goals and stick to it. Use your mentor to help you set those goals and make progress toward them. Look, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not a big fan of the extremely formal mentorship programs, not to say they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work. I just

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DGFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drama department is presenting a play called The Curious Savage by John Patrick.

This event is happening in the DGF MPB on Feb. 4 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 5 at 3 p.m. What is the play about ? This full-length comedy is about a woman who competes with her children, who threaten to have her institutionalized, for her recently deceased husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inheritance. Hilarity ensues when the cast tries to discover where reason ends and madness begins. How much does it cost? $ 5 at the door per person.

donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe that mentorship contracts and inspections on mentorship programs necessarily results in service members and civilians being mentored. I do believe; however, that Team Rota service members and civilians should have and mentor and be a mentor. You should know who your mentor is and how they are currently helping you reach your goals, and conversely if you are a mentor, you should know what your protĂŠgĂŠâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goals are and how youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re helping them attain these goals. Having and using your mentor is a great way for you to shape your personal life and your career. If you want to know more about the mentorship program check out Navy Knowledge Online (NKO). Speaking of shaping your career and life, Congress recently approved the Department of Defense to enact Temporary Early Retirement Authority (TERA) for Sailors who have completed between 15 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 20 years of service. Currently, the Navy is only considering TERA applications for qualifying Sailors that have been affected by the Enlisted Retention Board. But, I think a wise Sailor might keep his or her eye on TERA, as the Navy might open it to wider use in the near future. No, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a hint to go see your departmental career counselor or the command career counselor â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at least not yet. One last thing I want to do is to give a shout out to Commander, Naval Activities Spain National Support Elements (NSE). Our NSEs in Madrid, Valencia and Lisbon are vital components to our COMNAVACTS mission. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made my way around all the NSEs, and they are poster children for getting-it-done resourcefulness. Each one of them is, for all intents and purposes, a mini command. They are making their mission happen without the traditional resources and local area support that most Sailors and leaders enjoy and become accustomed to. I ask our entire Rota team: If anyone from an NSE requests assistance, please bend over backwards to support them as efficiently and effectively as you possibly can. Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re assigned to a National Support Element, NAVSTA Rota or a tenant command, we appreciate that hard and great work youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing. Keep it up - and keep it in balance!

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NEWS

Feb. 2, 2012

Reflecting on Naval History During the 2012 African American/Black History Month By Ensign Amber Lynn Daniel, Diversity and Inclusion Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- As announced by NAVADMIN 026/12 released Jan. 24, the Navy joins our nation in celebrating African American/Black History Month throughout the month of February. With a national theme of "Black Women in American History and Culture," commands are encouraged to learn more about the contributions of African Americans to the Navy, including the Navy's female Sailors. African Americans have a long and notable history of service, first with state and continental navies and continuing with the establishment of the Department of the Navy in 1798. During the Civil War, black Sailors fought against slavery on every type of Union warship, and eight were Medal of Honor recipients. During the Battle of Mobile Bay on Aug. 5, 1864, landsman John Lawson was seriously wounded. A member of the ship's berth deck ammunition party, Lawson remained at his post despite his injuries and continued to supply USS Hartford's guns. For his heroism in that action, Lawson was the awarded the Medal of Honor. In the 1880s, Ordinary Seaman Robert Sweeney was awarded the Medal of Honor twice within three years. Sweeney's first Medal of Honor was awarded

for saving a shipmate from drowning while serving on board USS Kearsarge at Hampton Roads, Va. on Oct. 26, 1881. In addition, while USS Jamestown was at the New York Navy Yard on Dec. 20, 1883, Sweeney rescued another shipmate who had fallen overboard and was drowning. Sweeney received a second Medal of Honor for his rescue. On Dec. 7, 1941, America was attacked by Japanese forces at Pearl Harbor. During the attack, Mess Attendant 2nd Class Doris "Dorie" Miller remained steadfast at his post, machine-gunning inbound Japanese planes. Miller received the Navy Cross for his actions during the attack and became one of America's first national heroes of World War II. In 1942, Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. began his career as a seaman apprentice in the U.S. Navy. Gravely rose through the ranks and achieved many firsts for African Americans during his career, including becoming the first African American to command a combatant ship. Gravely was also the first African American to be promoted to flag rank and the first to command a naval fleet. On May 16, 2009, an Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer was christened the USS Gravely in his honor.

Following in Gravely's footsteps was J. Paul Reason. Raised in Washington, D.C., Reason initially chose to enter the U.S. Naval Academy because it seemed the most economical way to get an excellent education. Reason went on to make the Navy his career, and in 1996 he broke one of the most significant color barriers left within the Navy, becoming the first African American four-star admiral. "I totally attribute my success to those who have gone before me - all minorities," Reason said during a 2009 interview with American Forces Press Service. "People who have broken down barriers by showing others they're capable of doing the expected task, that they can perform and it has nothing to do with color of skin or ethnicity - nothing to do with anything other than a person's capabilities." The contributions of African Americans in Navy history aren't just reserved for men, however. In December 1944, Lt. j.g. Harriet Ida Pickens and Ensign Frances Wills made history when they became the first African American officers in the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES) program. African American females first enlisted in the Navy during World War I

and continue to serve with distinction and honor today. When she was 12 years old, Michelle Howard told her older brother she wanted to join the Navy. A quarter century later, Commander Howard became the skipper of the USS Rushmore and the first African American woman to command a U.S. warship. Howard went on to lead an amphibious squadron, serve as senior military assistant to the Secretary of the Navy, and ultimately achieve flag rank. In 2010, she was selected to twostar rank and began serving as Chief of Staff to the Director of Strategic Plans and Policy on the Joint Staff. African American/Black History Month serves as an important time for all Sailors to reflect on the history of our Navy, as well as its future. More information, including the many milestones achieved by African American Sailors and the history of the African American Navy experience can be found at the Naval History and Heritage Command Web site. More information on Navy diversity events, including African American and Black history, can be found on the Navy Diversity and Inclusion calendar.

Feb. 2, 2012

NEWS

Countering Insider Threats The danger of insider threats has been a high priority for the Department of Defense in light of recent attacks by personnel within the services. This insider threat poses a grave danger which can severely impact the Department of the Navy’s ability to complete its mission. Aboard NAVSTA Rota the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) plays a key role in the prevention, detection and response to this dangerous threat. To achieve long-term success, support from the entire NAVSTA Rota community is needed. The NCIS mission is to investigate and defeat criminal, terrorist and foreign intelligence threats to the United States Navy and Marine Corps, where they operate ashore, afloat or in cyberspace. What is an Insider Threat? Simply put, an insider is anyone who has authorized access to DoD resources by virtue of employment, volunteer activities or contractual relationship with DoD. These persons become a threat when they use their access, wittingly or unwittingly, to harm national security interests or national security through unauthorized disclosure, data modification, espionage, terrorism or kinetic actions resulting in loss or degradation of resources or capabilities. One example of terrorism is the attack against unarmed personnel aboard Fort Hood, Texas in 2009. An example of espionage is the case of Private First Class Bradley Manning, who is accused of deliberately using his training as an intelligence analyst and his security clearances to leak tens of thousands of classified diplomatic cables, intelligence reports and a video. Regardless of the outcome of the trials, both represent clear examples of insider threats. Possible Indicators of Terrorism or Espionage: While no list can be all inclusive of the traits a person posing an insider threat to an organization might exhibit, the following are included from previous cases. Terrorism • Membership in any group which advocates the use of force or violence to achieve political goals or advocated loyalty to a foreign interest over loyalty to the U.S. government. • Makes pro-terrorist statements. • Makes statements of support for the militant jihadist ideology of holy war against the West – in person or online. • Frequent viewing of Web sites that promote extremist or violent activities that are not part of one’s job. • Makes statements about having a bomb or getting materials to make such a device, or about • Learning how to make or use any such device, when unrelated to the person’s job. Espionage: • Divided loyalties, disgruntled. • Unexplained affluence, foreign travel, foreign contacts. • Working odd hours without authorization. • Taking classified material home without authorization, obtaining clas-

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Robert Cone, the commanding general of III Corps and Fort Hood, provides details of an attack at the installation by a lone gunman to members of the media outside the main entrance of Fort Hood, Texas, Nov. 6, 2009. The Nov. 5, 2009, attack left 13 dead and numerous injured. (U.S. Army photo by Michael Heckman/Released)

sified information without a need to know. • Bringing unauthorized electronic devices into work areas. • Unnecessary photocopying of classified material. • Bragging about what they know. Although conducting a single example of these acts may not indicate actual participation in either terrorism related activity or espionage, they may mean something more. When and How to Report Suspicious Activity: Personnel living or working aboard installations in today’s quickly evolving threat environment should err on the side of caution if confronted with examples of these sorts of behaviors or actions. In the case of personnel with security clearances, it is an obligation to report suspicious behavior, as it could be a matter of national security. For a complete listing of reportable contacts, activities, indicators and behaviors refer to DoD Directive 5240.06. Simply identifying and noting suspicious actions or an inquiry is only a portion of the solution towards countering insider threats. Alerting the appropriate personnel to the issue represents a first line of defense and helps to protect critical technologies, assets, infrastructure, and personnel. The most important action to take is to report it: If you note activity which poses an immediate threat to personnel or critical infrastructure, contact the police immediately via the following numbers: Security dispatch – 911 (on base) 956-82-2911 (off base). English speaking Emergency Dispatcher – 112 In non-emergency situations make reports to NCIS Rota. Normal business hours – 727-2902 (on base) 956-82-2902 (off base) After hours – 727-2000 / 956-82-2000 (non-emergency Security dispatch) Additionally, personnel can provide information anonymously via the Web by visiting the NCIS Web page: www.ncis.navy.mil and following the links to report a crime or suspicious activity. The dangers that insider threats pose to the DoN are serious and continue to evolve. A team mentality needs to be encouraged and maintained in order to help counter this threat to service members and civilian employees, their families, and installations.

Feb. 2, 2012

NEWS

Bataan Participates in Community Relations Projects From USS Bataan Public Affairs

ROTA, Spain (NNS) -- Sailors and Marines aboard multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) volunteered for community relations (COMREL) projects while in Rota, Spain, Jan. 17. Sailors and embarked Marines participated in two separate COMRELs during the ship's visit. Volunteers chose to give up some of their liberty to visit a local home for the elderly, while another group played a soccer game against a local Spanish team. A total of 17 Sailors and Marines of all ranks attended the events, which help to forge stronger bonds with the local community. "COMREL events give our Sailors and Marines a chance to interact with people from another country," said Cmdr. Russell Graef, Bataan's Religious Ministries department head and coordinator of the COMRELS. "This helps to create good will between the U.S. and the international community. It builds bridges of understanding between people who would otherwise never get a chance to meet." At the first COMREL, Sailors played guitar and sang for the residents at one home run by a Spanish convent. "That put a smile on their faces," said Electronics Technician 3rd Class Randy Howe, a participant in the music COMREL. "We let them know that people really care. It makes me proud seeing my fellow Sailors give up a little of their

liberty to help others." Residents at the retirement home thanked the volunteers with a standing ovation. A second group of 13 volunteers also played a soccer game against a local Divisional Two team from Rota. Although the American team lost to the more experienced Spanish team, Sailors agreed the game was still an excellent way to let off steam from a long deployment and to have some fun. "We had a chance to meet and play against some really great soccer players," said Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Morden Joyles, who participated in the game. "We usually don't get a chance to practice onboard ship, so this was an excellent outlet." Both of the COMRELs were considered a success by those who gave their time. "We do COMREL projects because it gives all interested personnel a great opportunity to interact with civilians and military members from foreign countries in a venue that may not otherwise be available," said Graef. "There are many people on Bataan who want to give of themselves. They want to do things for others." Bataan is the command ship of the Bataan Amphibious Ready group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Ananasa Dobson hugs a nun after performing music for residents living in Centro Di Dia, San Vicente De Paul, an elderly day home, as part of a community relations project from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Jan. 17. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class(SW) Elijah G. Leinaar/Released)

Electronics Technician 3rd Class Randall M. Howe and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Ananasa Dobson perform music for residents living in Centro Di Dia, San Vicente De Paul, an elderly day home, as part of a COMREL project from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class(SW) Elijah G. Leinaar/Released)

Electronics Technician 3rd Class Randy Howe and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Ananasa Dobson perform music for residents living in Centro Di Dia, San Vicente De Paul, an elderly day home, as part of a community relations project from the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) Jan. 17. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class(SW) Elijah G. Leinaar/Released)

Feb. 2, 2012

Disney Animator Ronald Husband Visits DGF Third Grade Class Story and Photos by Patti Rzeznik

The students in Patti Rzeznik’s third grade class had a real treat. Their classmate Reese Aaron’s grandfather, Ronald Husband, came to visit their classroom. "Mr. Ron", as the students call him, is a 37-year veteran of the Walt Disney Company in Burbank, Calif. He worked on animated movies such as “Aladdin,” “The Lion King,” and “The Legend of Atlantis.” He was the first African-American to supervise animators at Disney. Currently he works as an illustrator for Disney’s publication group. During his visit with the class, he Husband observes and instructs two students while they show him some of showed them how all drawings are based their drawing techniques during his visit to the school. on four shapes, circle, triangle, rectangle and square. He taught them how animators use the terms squash and stretch to create their characters. He then did many drawings for them on the white board while showing them how he used the basic shapes, positive and negative space, shadowing, and stretching and squashing. The students loved every minute and had numerous questions for him. Then the students got a chance to draw and use some of the skills he taught them while he walked around and commented on what they were doing. Husband shows how animators use squash and stretch to let their characters show expressions.

Ronald Husband, is a 37-year veteran of the Walt Disney Company in Burbank, Calif. starts his demonstration by showing students the four basic shapes all animators use in their drawings.

Feb. 2, 2012

COMMUNITY

Community News Preschool Services for Children with Disabilities

Child Find, for children 3 - 5 years of age, is an on-going outreach program that locates and identifies children who may have developmental delays or educational disabilities and need special services. If you have concerns regarding your child's development, please contact Linda Hill at 727-4185 or 727-4435.

PWD to Hold HazMat Training

The PWD Environmental Division still has a few spaces open for the Hazardous Substance Incident Response Management (HSIRM) and HSIRM refresher course. Civilian and military personnel ashore who may serve as activity emergency response personnel, as well as: fire and police department personnel; environmental engineers/ specialists/technicians/managers and supervisors; occupational safety and health personnel; HAZMINCEN personnel; warehousemen and laboratory personnel. The HSIRM training is scheduled for Feb. 13 - 15, and the refresher course is scheduled for Feb.16 at the Navy Gateway Inn. There is no registration fee, courses are free. To register, send your name, command, e-mail address and phone number to Krista Grigg at krista.grigg@eu.navy.mil of the PWD Environmental Division. There are a total of 25 seats available for the training and 30 seats for the refresher.

WIC Overseas

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Overseas is a nutrition, education and supplemental food program for qualified members of the uniformed services, civilian employees, DoD contractors living overseas and their family members. Eligible participants include pregnant, post-partum and breast-feeding women, infants and children up to age 5. WIC provides important benefits including: one-on-one nutrition counseling, nutrition and health screenings, breast-feeding education, breast pump loan program, infant and child feeding tips, and drafts redeemable for nutritious foods at the commissary and Nexmart. For eligibility screening and more information, call 727-2921.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings

AA meetings are scheduled for every Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. at the base chapel Call DAPA at 727-2876 for more information.

DGF Schools No School for DGF Students

DGF students will not have school Friday and Feb. 10 for a teacher workday and Feb. 20 in observation of Presidents Day.

DGF Elementary

Parent/teacher conferences will be held on Friday, and therefore there will be no school for students. Parents will be contacted by their child’s teacher if a conference is needed and/or a parent can contact their child’s teacher to schedule a conference on that day.

Navy College UMUC Offers Scholarships

To welcome new undergraduate and graduate students, UMUC Europe introduces the New Student Scholarship for Spring 2012 sessions one and two. This one-time $700 award helps students with the cost of tuition and books. More information and all award applications are found at www.ed.umuc.edu/financial_aid or contact the UMUC field representative at 727-2917.

UMUC Spring Mid-Session

UMUC will have a Spring Mid-Session for online classes only, starting Feb. 13 - Apr.

15. The class listing is available at our office or on the UMUC Europe Web site by clicking on the link for "current schedule." Registration is open until Feb. 12. A UMUC academic advisor is scheduled to visit Rota Feb. 29 - Mar. 2. This is a great opportunity to sit down and speak with an academic advisor about your degree progress. Students can make appointments by stopping by the UMUC office or by calling 727- 2917.

CTC Graduation

The Rota Navy College Office will be holding its annual graduation and recognition ceremony June 22, time and location TBD. This special ceremony is open to all adult members of the Rota community who have been or will be awarded a degree from an accredited institution between Aug. 1, 2011 and Aug. 31, 2012. If you are interested in participating, please contact the Navy College at 727-2785/2798 or email nco.rota@eu.navy.mil. The deadline to sign up is May 15.

Prepare for the SAT or ACT Now

EKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep Programs worth $200 to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DoD employees and civilians performing military support, as well as their family members. Materials may be ordered online at www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-25-64076.

OU Offers Master in Human Relations Program

University of Oklahoma’s Rota site offers a Master in Human Relations with professors from the main campus in Oklahoma holding face-to-face classes right here in Rota. Ten classes are taught in six-day increments with six semester hours of internship completing the required 36 hours for the program. No prerequisites, except for a bachelor's degree and no GRE. Sign up today by visiting the OU office located in the Navy College and speak to Trevor Sloan, OU’s Rota site director.

Learn to protect your PC from the dangers of the Internet and gain knowledge free open source and legal software and many other computer and mobile devices. Sign up today for our introduction to computer and applications class starting Feb. 21. A meeting is scheduled for Mar. 20 - 25. If you are interested in learning about scheduling, inventory control procurement, quality control, safety, supply chain management and logistics,sign up for our blended upper level Management of Production and Operations course, also officially starting Feb. 21.

COMMUNITY

Feb. 2, 2012

Fleet & Family Support Center Call 727-3232 to pre-register for all FFSC functions.

Developing a Spending Plan

Tuesday and Feb. 9, 9 - 10 a.m. at FFSC. Hands-on training to determine your financial fitness, realize your goals and plan for your future. You will leave the class ready to save, pay down debt and track expenses. Call 727-3232 to sign up!

Spanish for Beginners

Tuesday and Feb. 9, 11 – 12:45 p.m. at FFSC. Come and enjoy our 16 - hour Spanish Course for beginners during the months of January and February. This course for beginners is simple and fun. These lessons are useful, easy and interesting. We will help you from speaking no Spanish at all to being able to fulfill basic communication needs. Call 727-3232 for more details and registration.

Federal Resume

Tuesday, 1 - 2 p.m. at FFSC. Target your federal resume to highlight your qualifications to hiring managers. Learn about keywords, the certificate of eligibility and the special requirements of a federal resume. Call 727-3232 to sign up.

CFS Forum:

Tuesday, 2 - 3 p.m. This is a required quarterly meeting of all command financial specialists (CFS) to discuss new information and any command financial-related issues that have arisen.

Daddy Boot Camp w/ New Parent Support

Wednesday, 11 - 12:30 p.m. at FFSC. Congratulations, Daddy! Now that the news has sunk in, come join us at FFSC to learn how to be a better dad and learn some tricks of the trade. All new dads & dad’s to be, come join us in this interactive class. Call 727-3232.

Mardi Gras Lunch & Learn Seminar

Feb. 9, 11 – 12 p.m. at FFSC. One of the largest and spectacular “Carnivals” in Spain takes place at Cadiz. Carnival is a festival season that occurs immediately before Lent. It has become the liveliest and most dazzling carnival town in mainland Spain. Famous for its comical, hilarious and original characters, as well as humorous and satirical song groups known as chirigotas, comparsas, quartets and much more. You will probably first notice the elaborate costumes which are equally festive and cheerful, comparable with those of any great festival of this nature. Attend this Lunch & Learn to know everything about it. Call ext. 727-3232 to register.

Sponsor Training

Feb. 9, 9 -11 a.m. at FFSC. Have you been assigned as a sponsor. If so, take a couple hours out of your work day to receive the latest information to pass on to your sponsoree. The SMEs from Housing, PSD, Personal Property, WIC, and the School Liaison Officer will let you know everything you need to know to ensure incoming personnel have a smooth and hassle free transfer. Spouses are also encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is required. Call 727- 3232 for more information or to sign up.

Business Resumes

Feb. 9, 1 – 2 p.m. at FFSC. 10 seconds! That is the average time a prospective employer takes to first review your resume. Discover the key elements on a resume and how to catch the employer’s eye. Call 727-3232 to sign up.

Valentine’s Day Couples Workshop

Feb. 10, 1 -3 p.m. At FFSC. “But he should know what I want!” “Why doesn’t she understand me?!” Have you ever heard those comments or said them yourself? Most of us have heard those remarks from our spouse, ourselves or others. We can start to understand our spouse or loved ones better just by trying to speak their “language” to them. Join us! Call 727-3232 to sign up.

Resume Review

Feb. 10, 9 - 11 a.m. at FFSC. Do you have a current job announcement and need your resume reviewed? If so drop off or email your resume with the job announcement at least 24 hours prior to the review appointment. Individual half-hour sessions are available, so sign up now and review your resume with one of our specialists. Call 727-3232 for more details.

Command Financial Specialist Training

Feb. 13-17, 8 – 4 p.m. at FFSC. This exciting, interactive 5- day class will help military members be more aware of their personal financial situation. Come get all of the information you will need to be a financial resource at your command. The class will cover the need for the PFM program, debt management, savings and investing, retirement planning, insurance, and car buying as well as learning how to be an effective financial counselor. The Navy needs highly motivated and influential senior military personnel to help service members become more financially aware. This CFS Class will also be a refresher class for any CFS who has previously received training but needs the latest materials and to dust off those financial skills. Only room for 12 participants so contact us early to pre-register.

Feb. 2, 2012

RELIGION

PLEASE INVEST IN YOUR MARRIAGE !

Reality star Kim Kardashian recently made the news (again) for filing for divorce from NBA power forward Kris Humphries, her husband after a whopping 72 days. Their wedding alone cost $10 million, but apparently she made $18 million off the venture, making her net income for the event $8 million. While cynical commentators argue that she was only in Chaplain Robert Johnson the relationship for the money and attention, she vehemently denies the claim. Even though we don’t know her motives, the entire ordeal is sad regardless of how you want to look at it. While most of us will never know someone who has had an extreme wedding with the frenzied media coverage like Kardashian’s, her radical lifestyle serves to highlight an important point. Many couples put a lot of energy into their wedding day but dedicate little effort to sustaining their marriage after the big day.

CHAPLINES

NAVAL STATION

*ROTA*

CHAPEL WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Let’s look at this situation from a different perspective: When you invest your money into a 401K or Thrift Savings Plan for retirement, your goal is to maximize your long-term profit while minimizing the risk of losing the nest egg money you’ve worked so hard for. If you’ve done your research, you know to expect ups and downs in your financial portfolio along the way since past financial trends do not guarantee future profits. So, you go along for the ride so long as you continue to have overall steady growth during the long run. If things get difficult in the short term, you won’t back out of your commitment just because of a bad quarter or even a bad year or two. Now, let’s get back to marriage. Among many other things, this all-important, lifelong relationship demands patience, discipline and hard work in order to succeed just like investing in a retirement fund. But unlike any 401k, the currency is love, not cash. Regular “deposits” of love are required in order to make the relationship successful, whether it is through a kind word, heartfelt gift, act of service, loving hug or quality time spent together. As you faithfully express your love in

CATHOLIC SERVICES

Mass

tangible ways, the intangible feeling of being in love will remain. I like the way King Solomon captures the idea and relates it to his son: “Rejoice in the wife of your youth … be intoxicated always in her love,” (Proverbs 5:18-19). Delight in your spouse and his/ her love will make you swoon! One way you can love your spouse and invest in your relationship to keep that spark alive is by signing up for the chapel’s upcoming Marriage Enrichment Weekend Feb. 10 – 12. The getaway is completely free and will be at the beachfront Hotel Espadana in Rota, with transportation provided to and from the hotel. All meals and snacks are provided, and couples will have time alone to discuss session topics and enjoy the romantic atmosphere. For more information and to register, please contact the chapel at 727-2161 and ask to speak to RP2 Spain. Space is limited, sign up today. If you would like to speak to me or another chaplain regarding this discussion or any other issue, please call the Religious Ministries Department at 727-2161.

Marriage Enrichment Weekend! February 10 - 12

Tuesday – Friday, Noon Sunday, 8:30 & 11:30 a.m. PROTESTANT SERVICES

Lutheran Divine Sunday, 9 a.m.

Protestant

Sunday, 10 a.m.

Gospel Service

Sunday, 1:30 p.m.

Contemporary Sunday, 5 p.m.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Invest in your marriage! On this weekend retreat, couples will experience a safe and relaxed environment in which they can fall in love all over again. Rediscover the foundations of your relationship, develop new skills, and learn from other couples. This weekend jaunt has it all for you and your spouse, and you can take a break from the kids! Contact the chapel staff at 727-2161 to make reservations. Space is limited. Free to active duty, retired, Reserve, DoD card holders. Child care is not provided.

VISTA

Feb. 2, 2012

What Are You Waiting For? By MC1(SW) Paul Cage

Where do you go from here? That is up to you, but we hope it is beyond your comfort zone. We are lucky to be stationed on the Iberian Peninsula where we can explore two continents. Take the time to watch, listen and absorb the world around you. It will amaze and astound you at every turn. The sunrises and sunsets may put your hectic life in perspective, and the silence of the wide open vistas may drive you crazy, while the pulse of the cities will make you wonder where its inhabitants are going to eat, drink and play. Remember, you are one person in a world of nearly seven billion people, part of a global community. Go out and meet your fellow citizens of the world. Go beyond the borders, as CNN says. Go to a cafe, or hookah bar, and talk to the people about life. You will discover they have the same worries we have as Americans. The Coastline can only show you what is out the fence line. It is up to you to grab your backpack, map, GPS and keys and go. So go.

"Not all misadventure remains misadventure. Travel plans gone awry can take you places, connect you with people and cast you into situations that may just change your life." â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Amanda Jones

Feb. 2, 2012

Egypt By Pauline Weakly

"Man fears time, but time fears the Pyramids." - Arab proverb Cairo/Photo By Jan Hammond

Best Time to Visit

March to May or September to November

Must Do’s

Explore the pyramids and sphinx in Giza, savor lunch on the Nile in a ‘felucca,’ journey to Luxor to the Valley of the Kings, Learn to haggle

Eat/Drink

Kufta, molokhia, hamaam, also known as pigeon is considered a national delicacy, shwarma, gatoux, ahwa (coffee with grounds in the bottom of the cup), asab (sugar cane juice) shay bil na’na’ (mint tea), asiir (fresh fruit juices), Stella (local beer, light lager)

Web sites

Egyptian Tourist Authority U.S. Embassy in Egypt

http://www.egypt.travel http://cairo.usembassy.gov

Step into a land blessed with extraordinary beauty, enchanting mythology, ancient temples and medieval castles still brooding over deserted countryside. In Greece, one can expect to experience the pulsing nightclubs of Mykonos, the alluring beauty of Delos, the grandeur of Delphi and the rugged hillsides of Crete Greece is a country of great interests and is now the home to the first museum of ancient Cypriot art, with one of the rarest collections of its kind in the world. In addition to Greece’s antiquities, there are plenty of activities for the adventurous traveler. You can windsurf in the Peloponnese or canoe on the Gulf of Corinth. Wine enthusiasts can take a wine tasting tour of vineyards around Athens. For a shopper’s delight, head to Plateia Avissynias, the heart of the flea market that sells everything from junk to jewelry. Explore the magnificent Palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes or peruse through the evocative archeological site of the Acropolis, Byzantine monasteries and churches. Whether you’re sunbathing on one of its 227 inhabited islands or immersing yourself in its Hellenistic history, Greece is a country that has so much to offer. It’s easy to see why this fascinating country has captivated the hearts of so many visitors worldwide. The wine list alone would make Dionysus’ toes curl. Just know that once you’re smitten with Greece, your relationship is bound to be more than platonic.

In a Word

habibi (my beloved)

Egypt is a blend of the past and the present, offering visitors a rare opportunity to travel back in time while still enjoying modern amenities. The land which gave birth to the first civilization needs little introduction. Whether you’re hiking up the towering heights of Mount Sinai to witness a sunrise of truly biblical proportions, wandering through a labyrinth of crumbly 19th and early 20th century mansions in Cairo, or camel trekking through the vast sand dunes in the Sahara Desert, the feeling is surreal to have walked amidst history where kings and pharaohs once reigned. You haven’t been to Egypt unless you’ve stood at the base of the iconic Pyramids of Giza. Dive into the Red Sea and encounter a living tapestry of resounding corals and exotic fish. For some shopping therapy, the bazaars of Luxor is a shopper’s paradise, just remember ~ haggle! haggle! haggle! Then sit back, relax and sip coffee in the many antique coffee houses that encompass Alexandria. Before your day is done, set your sights to Aswan, an ancient Egypt’s frontier town, to watch the sunset over one of the most beautiful stretches of the Nile. This is a place where you can feel yourself in Africa. So take a look beyond the obvious archeological treasures, and you will find Egypt rich in natural beauty and vibrant in contemporary culture. Its history will enrich you; its magnificence will astound you and leave you yearning for more.

Greece By Pauline Weakly

“I am not an Athenian or a Greek, but a citizen of the world.” - Diogenes Santurini Sunset/Photo By Hartmul Inerle

Best Time to Visit

April to June, September and October when it’s not too crowded or hot

Must Do’s

Hire a private taxi tour in Athens, visit the Greek Islands of Crete, Corfu and Rhodes for their gorgeous beaches and ancient monuments, take a ride on a donkey up the hills of Santorini, Party like a rock star in Mykonos

Eat/Drink

Gyro or Souvlaki around any town center, spanakopita (spinach pie) for breakfast at the local bakery, moussaka in Milos, kolokythokeftedes (fried zucchini patties) on Crete, baklava (a sweet dessert), frappe (a foamy, cold coffee drink), raki (strong alcoholic drink made of grapes) retsina (traditional white wine), Greek coffee (strong coffee with residue at the bottom), Ouzo (strong licorice-flavored spirit)

Web sites Delphi Temple/Photo By Antonio de Lorenzo

Greek Tourist Board http://www.visitgreece.gr In Greece U.S. Embassy http://athens.usembassy.gov

a Word

Opah! (Cheers!)

CL To journey through England is to journey through time as its definite charm lies both in its timelessness and originality. From Stonehenge to Big Ben, the White Cliffs of Dover to Buckingham Palace, this country is rich in culture and history. The capital London, which is not all fish, chips, cup of tea, bad food, worse weather and Mary Poppins, as Guy Richie wrote for the movie "Snatch," is a vibrant city where the arts flourish and the cuisine is as diverse as its old empire, whose people spilled into this metropolis. If you want museums, there are tons. You want to see bling, then head to the Tower of London to see the Queen. Catch a play or musical at one of the many thriving theaters and then grab a pint of ale and some sheppard's pie at a pub. Escape the capital and venture into the countryside for more wondrous sites. Visit Birmingham, birth place of the Industrial Revolution or go back further in time to head to Hadrian's Wall, which marked the northernmost frontier of the Roman Empire or visit Alnwick Castle, which is used as a stand in for the exterior and interior of Hogwarts in "Harry Potter." England is a musical place. Head to Liverpool, home of the Beatles or catch an act at a local pub or hall. Visit the seaside resorts such as Torquay, which was home to Agatha Christie, and is known as the English Riviera. Stroll through Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire, once a royal hunting forest and home of the legendary outlaw Robin Hood. Catch a game of rugby or cricket or a soccer match with passionate fans or have high tea in luxury. Explore England, a country rich in history, whose empire is long gone but not forgotten.

Feb. 2, 2012

VISTA

England By Jan Hammond

“As I absorbed life here and understood it better, I just completely fell in love with England.” - Gwyneth Paltrow Stonehenge/Photo By Jan Hammond

Best Time to Visit

May to September or the 1960s

Must Do’s

Climb to the top of of St. Paul's Cathedral and enjoy the view of London, marvel at the prehistoric ruins of Stonehenge, Stand on top of Scafell Pike Englands highest peak, roam a hedge moods in Longleat, England

Eat/Drink

Fish and chips regardless of what Guy Richie says, mushy peas, okay, maybe Guy Richie was right, a traditional English breakfast, A pint of real ale or high tea at noon

Web sites Big Ben/Photo By Jan Hammond

UK Tourism http://www.visitbritain.com U.S. Embassy London http://www.usembassy.org.uk

Italy By MC1(SW) Paul Cage

"Even now I miss Italy dearly, I dream about it every night." -Eila Hiltunen Best Time to Visit

Venice/Photo By Jan Hammond

April - June, September - October when it’s not too crowded or hot

Must Do’s

Rent a Fiat Uno and drive through the Tuscan countryside, Explore the ancient cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Paestum, Stand in line for hours to visit the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Window shop in Milan’s Golden Quad or Rome’s Via Del Corso

Eat/Drink

Pizza Margherita in Naples, Italian slow food in Florence, homemade pasta at a Trattoria in Verona, gelato in a cup while strolling in Rome, cannoli’s in Messina,Espresso, Chianti, vino de casa, limón cello, cappucino (only at breakfast)

Web sites

Italian Tourist Board http://www.italiantourism.com In a Word USO Naples & Rome http://www.uso.it Ciao Bella! (hi beautiful!) U.S. Embassy Rome http://www.italy.usembassy.gov

In a Word

Oright? (all right)

When you think of Italy you tend to think of sun-drenched hill top Tuscan stone villages with acres of vineyards flowing down terraced hillsides and sipping on Chianti wine. You think of Vespa scooters zipping past the glories of ancient Rome, the Eternal City that ruled the world and is home to Holy See, Vatican City. Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other country on Earth. Italy’s art treasures are found in museums and churches and fields in the countryside. Ski in the Alps in the winter, hike the Dolomites in the springtime, dive off Sardinia’s Emerald Coast in the summer and sip Chianti in the autumn in the hilltop villages of the Apennines. Head down to Sicily’s volatile Mount Etna to watch her beautiful fireworks. Live like it is your last day on earth in Naples for Mount Vesuvius may erupt at any time. Italy is about embracing the lifestyle, la dolce vita. It’s about relaxing over coffee at a cafe or lingering over a long, long lunch in the hot Mediterranean sun. Italy is a country that will keep on astounding you at every turn. It’s impossible not to fall in love with a country which is still connected to the ancient glories of the Caesars, the piety of 100 Saints, the sophisticated life of Milan fashion and the simple life of an Italian village time seems to forget. There is so much to see, do and experience, there isn’t enough space here to write it all. When you head to Italy, just embrace the country, people and life and say ciao!

Feb. 2, 2012

COMMUNITY

Admirals Amid Rare Air

Story and photos by Jesse Panis

The Rota Admirals basketball teams are on the verge of something special. If the results of the Alconbury Tournament provided a preview to the European tournament in Germany, then the Admirals will be in rarified air. Throughout the past weekend, the Admirals men's and women's teams finished 6-0 and 5-1 respectively. They are atop of the standings. Led by Tre’von Owens, the men’s team is attempting a three-peat next month in Germany. Like the Bulls and the Lakers, this team has a one-two punch. Marc Oden seems to be scoring or rebounding which caused fans in the stands of wonder, “Where does Rota get these players?” There is now the question to Rota’s defense prowess. Turnover after turnover created easy points for the Admirals. Terrance Paris led his cohorts in the defensive heist. The Admirals had more steals than their opponents had points in a game. The men’s team was dominant in all facets of play. They won by such a large margin that games were stopped before regulation due to the a 40-point mercy rule that was in effect. They posted an average of 41.5 points in their 6 victories. Tim Drake, Nico Fischera, Carlos Shay, Paris, Oden and Owens are seniors, the remaining players are underclassmen. When on the floor, they are very competitive in matching point-for-point with the opponents' starters. The future is not bleak as it would seem when losing five starters, there is much promise in K.C. Mason, Sean Mowery, Onele Lozano, Mason Crowell and Quinton Fisher for Rota High School Basketball. The ladies’ team on the other hand, displayed defensive speed you don’t usually see in a women’s game. The Jessies’ double teamed other ball handlers leading into fast break points. Panis, Solis and Keanna Garcia leading the full court press, Thais Gartland and Kristin Banks denying full court passes, opponents were often unsuccessful in breaking the Admirals' press. In their five victories, the ladies won by an average of 10 points. In the final game of the tournament, the Lady Admirals were leading by 8 points which allowed Coach DeMeritt to play the bench. Rae’Van Compton, Cheyenne Batac, Natasha Belcher and Joy Hutcheson did an outstanding job in providing the starters much needed rest. The Admirals Cheer team showed why they are the four-time defending Cheer Champions. I don’t feel like I’m going out on a limb by saying there’s number five on the horizon. This was the sharpest squad out there this past weekend. They also convinced me that cheer is a sport. Because of them, it seemed like the Admirals were the home team. On these three teams: there are not just great players, there is an outstanding group of young adults and teens. Go Admirals!

Marc Oden beats the defense and goes up for a lay-up.

Jessie Panis goes up for a jump shoot during a tournament play. Throughout the past weekend, the Admirals men's and women's teams finished 6-0 and 5-1 and respectively atop of the standings.

Feb. 2, 2012

ACTIVITIES

Activities

Arts

Gonzalez Byass Bodega - Jerez de la Frontera Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

Canyoning – Barranco de la Sima del Diablo, Juzcar, Ronda, Sunday, 9 p.m., low difficulty, 43 – 50 euros, for more information call 956-24-00-43

Paintings displayed by several artists, until Tuesday, Galeria Sandeman Bodega – Jerez de la Frontera Milagros Delicado, Calle Espiritu Santo, El Puerto de Santa Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 Maria and 13:30 p.m.

Carnival, Cadiz Feb. 16 – 26 Chiclana Feb. 16 – 26 Trebujena Feb. 16 – 26 Medona-Sidonia Feb. 18 - 26 Barbate Feb. 18 – 26 San fernando Feb. 18 – 26 Rota on Feb. 18 – 26 Chipiona on Feb. 18 – 26 Sanlucar on Feb. 20 – 26

“Paisajes Nuestros” painting display by May Monis, until Barbadillo Bodega – Sanlucar Feb. 2, Hotel Monasterio San Miguel, Calle Larga, El Puerto Tuesday – Saturdays at 11 a.m., ticket 3 euros de Santa Maria

Sevilla, bullring guided tours, daily at 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m., tickets 6.50 euros

Flamenco

Painting, sculpture and drawings display by Alberto Giacometti, until Feb. 5, Museo Picasso, Malaga

Sports

Handcrafts display by Sisters of Belen, Tuesdays to Saturdays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., La Cartuja Hippodrome de Andalucia, Dos Hermanas, Sevilla, SaturMonastery, Jerez day, Feb. 5 - 12, admission free Hippodrome de Mijas, Malaga, Feb. 19 and 26, 11 a.m., admission 5 euros

Eat/Drink

Half marathon Isla de la Cartuja, Saturday, Sevilla Motorcycling Rally, Feb. 3 - 5, fairgrounds in Rota

Flamenco recital by Manuel Martin, Isabel Lebrero and David Heredia, Friday at 9 p.m., Peña Flamenca “Viejo Agujeta,” Calle Arguelles, Rota Flamenco recital by Ana Barbas, Anoush Saadat and Maribel Villalta, Friday at 9 p.m., Peña Flamenca Pies de Plomo, Calle Darsena, 22, Sevilla Flamenco recital by Manuel Simon and Joaquin Albert, Saturday at 10:30 p.m., Peña Flamenca Tomas “El Nitri,” Calle Diego Niño, El Puerto de Santa Maria 26th Festival Nacional de Flamenco de Jerez, Feb. 24 – Mar. 10, Jerez de la Frontera, www.festivaldejerez.es

“Eriza” (seafood) and couple’s constest, Sunday, 1 p.m., Plaza de Las Canteras, Rota "Sardina" (sardines) and couple's contest, Feb.11, 1 p.m., Calle de la Chipiona 'Paella" (paella) ans couple's contest, Feb. 11, 1 p.m., Avda. de la Laguna, Chipiona "Parrilla" (barbecue) and couple's contest, Feb. 12, Gonzalez Byass Bodega – Jerez de la Frontera Monday - Saturday at noon, 1, 2, 5 and 6:30 p.m., tickets 11 euros

Music/Dance Russian Red in concert, Thursday at 8:30 p.m., Teatro Villamarta, Jerez, tickets 15 – 25 euros Bruce Springsteen in concert, May 13, La Cartuja Olympic Stadium, Sevilla Lenny Kravitz in concert, May 27, Coliseo Atarfe, Granada

Feb. 2, 2012

HEALTHBEAT

MWR

Feb. 2, 2012

Tiburones on Tour in England! Story and photos by Stephen Bond

Three intrepid siblings from the Rota Tiburones swim team braved the English winter to compete in Lakenheath, England Jan. 22. Emma, Owen and Corey Bond attended the Lakenheath meet and competed against swimmers from Lakenheath, Mildenhall, Geilenkirchen and several other area swim teams. Eight-year-old Owen Bond had a perfect meet, improving his time in all of his events, and he recorded a championship-qualifying time for the 50m freestyle. This is the fourth event in which he has qualified to represent Rota at the

NEWS

European Forces Swim League (EFSL) Championships in Eindhoven, Netherlands next month. Owen’s seven-year-old brother, Corey, improved his times in both the 100m and 50m freestyle events and bravely swam the 200m freestyle for the first time. Big sister Emma impressively shaved four seconds off her 50m freestyle, missing the qualifying time by less than a second. The Bond kids took home several ribbons between them, including four first places.

Owen Bond prepares to qualify for his fourth championship event.

DGF at Little Sisters for the Poor Retirement Center Story and photos by Stephen Bond

It has been a tradition of the second grade classes here at DGF Elementary to collect items to bring to The Little Sisters of the Poor Retirement Center each holiday season. So in keeping with that tradition, the second graders collected items such as flour, shampoo, canned food items, coffee, sugar, etc. They then took these items to the Little Sisters of the Poor Retirement Center.

After delivering their items, the students performed for the elderly occupants. When their performance was done, they went out into the audience among the elderly presenting them with cards they had made as well as hugs. Once their wonderful and helpful deed was done, the students got to have lunch at a local fast-food restaurant, proving that doing a good deed does indeed

Ms. Garrison, a second grade teacher, helps one of the retirement center's workers carry in a small part of the donated goods

Math

Story and Photos by Patti Rzeznik

Feb. 2, 2012

SPORTS

Lab

DGF

“No, five plus six plus three equals 14, not 12,” and, “I go again. My number is higher than yours,” or, “Sorry, you lose your turn. The number cube rolled off the table,” are what one can hear from kindergarten through sixth grade students in the DGF Elementary Math Lab. The Math Lab is a new concept the ISS (Instructional Support Specialists) put into action this year at DGF Elementary after researching other schools with math labs already in place. The math lab incorporates activities from the new math series as students work on DGF's Continuous School Improvement (CSI) goal of improving math skills. Kindergarten through sixth grade classes come to the Math Lab weekly and have so much fun learning they don’t even realize they’re improving their number sense and problem solving skills at the same time. “Aw, it’s already time to go? And it was my turn!” is often heard at the end of a 45-minute Math Lab period. If you are interested in learning more or helping out in the Math Lab, please contact Melinda Castillo or Martha Palm at 727-4185.

Elementary (Left) Norris assists her kindergarten students with their math activity on adding and taking away coins. (Bottom Left) Castillo introduces the Math Lab to the students and goes over the rules and what activities they will be doing for the day. (Bottom Right) Palm assists some second graders with adding the numbers on the two cards they have chosen and seeing who has the highest sum.

Wolf Scouts on the Range Story and photos by Stephen Bond

The lucky Wolf Scouts from Pack 280 set off on yet another adventure, Jan. 25. This time the boys were given a tour of the Indoor Simulated Marksmanship Trainer (ISMAT). The ISMAT is designed to use compressed air to simulate the recoil and noise associated with live firing. Before using the trainer, the Scouts were given a safety demonstration by Sgt Paulk. He instructed the boys on the safe handling of the weapons, which are handled in training as if they were the real thing. Sgt Paulk demonstrated using an M-16 A-4 rifle and an M9 Baretta pistol. Following the classroom session, the Scouts took turns handling both the simulated weapons on the ISMAT. The boys had a fantastic time. The Wolf Scout den would like thank Sgt. Paulk, SSgt. Corey Foster and everyone else who gave their time and expertise to this make this happen.

(Left) Sergeant Brenton Paulk assists the Scouts in safe handling of the weapons. (Above) Sergeant Brenton Paulk demonstrates safe handling of the M-16.

Feb. 2, 2012

PUBLISHER'S CORNER

Asian Restaurant YI: Try it. Burger King, Rota has a new look. The Asian Restaurant YI opened the end of last summer and is now advertising in “The Coastline” thanks to two readers who are enthusiastic customers. They contacted me and suggested I stop by there which I did. Here is what they have to say. “The “Yi” oriental Restaurant, although difficult to get to, is a worthwhile experience. It serves a variety of Chinese, Japanese, and Thai food. They have a Sushi chef, a Teppan table, and serve my favorite: Green Curry Chicken. By Karen Lucas, Coastline Publisher The dim-sum is also something you must try. My wife Karen@coastline.e.telefonica.net likes the Peking Duck. This is not an all-you-can-eat place which is standard fare for many of the Chinese establishments in the Cadiz Bay area. They are open hours that accommodate American lunch and American dinner times. I would say that it is on par with many oriental restaurants back home. The price is moderate and just depends on what you choose. Their “menus of the day” are affordable and filling. Parking is difficult because it is at a corner in front of a park near the Bodegas Terry. I have always found parking space by driving around the block and walking no more than half a block. It is also relatively near the Puerto train station and that can always serve as a last resort parking area. I highly recommend this restaurant. Once you have tried it, I have no doubt that you will return to try something else on their varied menu. We have. Enjoy.” Al Avila and Vicki Miller,Retirees One week ago today, January 26th, Burger King, in the Industrial Area of Rota, opened its doors with a new look. The décor combines current tendencies and rustic materials: high tables, with stools, designer easy chairs and chairs with a vanguard touch. In addition they have a playground for children, auto king, terrace and a new self service for drinks. We hope you will feel at home; come by to try the Burger King taste and get to know their new look. Stop by now and take advantage of their special offer of a Double Bacon Cheeseburger XXL for only 3,95€ Matías Lebrón Jewelers, located in El Paseo Mall has that special gift for that special Valentine. They have a good selection of special Valentine pendants and silver charms for bracelets by Thomas Sabo and Pandora. These bracelets make wonderful gifts in themselves and have the added advantage that you can give a new charm for each special occasion. They are also featuring watches by Tous, Michael Kors and Casio; watches and jewelry by Tommy Hilfiger and Armani. As always there are discounts on gold and silver.

PUBLISHER’S

CORNER

Asian restaurant, YI's Sushi Chef cooks a peice of meat on the Tepan Grilll.

Giovi has a Valentine’s special: 20% off on all of their pearls during the entire month of February. This is a great gift idea and a good time to get those pearls you have been wanting. Giovi is located in La Plaza on base. Don’t forget, tomorrow February 3rd is Mexican night at Molly Malone. Anything you want me to pass along? Let me hear from you about your favorite places or coming events. I do like hearing from you! Send me an e-mail to Karen@coastline.e.telefonica.net or give me a call at 607-564132. Support your paper by supporting the advertisers.

Here is a photo of the new look Burger King in Rota.

MOVIES

Feb. 2, 2012

CLASSIFIEDS

Feb. 2, 2012

el mercado

To place a classified ad submit information in 25 words or less by the Friday prior to desired publication date. Classifieds will run for one edition only. Free ads are available to TEI cardholders for non-commercial goods. E-mail submission to coastline@ eu.navy.mil or fax to 727-1021. Non-TEI cardholders and/or ads of a commercial nature (pets for sale, real estate, for-profit business) require payment and must be submitted to Karen Lucas at Karen@coastline.e.telefonica.net or fax to 956-54-2997.

YAMAHA Moped: 2009 Yamaha JogR, 400KM, original onwer, in exc condition. Asking 1,100 euros or US dollar equivalent. Call Linda 696-86-3936 or 956-56-8037 1999 BMW 316I: 5-speed, A/C heated seats, radio/CD, 128K KM. Asking 2,800 euros of US equiv. Call Linda at 696-86-3936 or 696-61-9172. F

NIKON D80: 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera kit with 18-35mm AF-S DX Zoom Nikkor lens, still in case. Exc condition. Includes a battery with charger and USB cable. Asking $650. Contact 648-81-4476. JOOVY CABOOSE ULTRALIGHT STAND ON TANDEM STROLLER: In great condition, Asking $100. Contact 648-81-4476. SHARP MICROWAVE: 110 volt. Asking $80. Contact 648-81-4476.

VILLA IN EL AGUILA: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, study, 150 m2 built, 400m2 of plot, furniture optional, parking, 800 euros/mo, includes gardener. Ref: 01647. Call 956-85-2553 or 679-04-7237 ATTACHED HOUSE IN EL AGUILA: 400 m2 5 bdrm, 4 bath, finished semi basement, central gas, A/C, ground level parking, pool. Asking 1,850 euros/mo. Community fees and gardener included. Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418. AT TACHED HOME IN SOTO DE VISTAHERMOSA: 250 m2 built, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, semi basement, ground level, A/C brand new. Asking 1,500 euros/mo, includes community fees and gardener. Call 956-85-2553 or 679-04-7237. CHALET IN VISTAHERMOSA: 900 m2 lot, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, A/C, garage and satellite TV. Asking 1,600 euros/mo. Community fees and gardener included. Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418.

S E A R S C A R R I E R C A S E : Hard sheel top. Like new.Asking $100. Contac t 648-81-4476.

ATTACHED IN LAS REDES: 150 m2 with 3 brdms 2 1/2 bath, very close to the beach, ground level parking. Asking 1,300 euros/ mo. Community fees included. Call 956-85-0183 or 607-70-6418.

BEBE STROLLER, LEATHER SOFA AND SEALY PLUSH MATTRESS: Includes a carrycot and car seat, beige, very spacious and very well maintained. Asking 150 euros. Dark brown leather sofa . Asking $125. Sealy plush mattress set. Asking 125. Call 679-85-95-26 or 628-327-443.

U n at t a c h e d l a rg e h o u s e s i n Vi s t a h e r m o s a: La s Redes area, close to beach ; 4/5 bedrm; livg/dng rm; w/ fireplace; A/C; garage, garden. 1,500 euros and up. Call 95648-2321, English spoken, or e-mail etiamds@hotmail.es

Nice villa in Vistahermosa: 150m2, built with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, unfurnished, gardener included. Price: 1,500 euros/ m o. R e f : 0 5 1 0 5 Ca l l 9 5 6 - 8 5 - 2 5 5 3 o r 6 7 9 - 0 4 - 7 2 3 7

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Cleaning & maintenance, key handling, access to UK rental bookings. Call Ray at 956-10-8371. HOUSES AND APARTMENTS: Sea views, pools and yards, 2,3,4,5 and 6 bdrm in Rota, Costa Ballena, Puerto Santa Maria and Sanlúcar, w/pools and yards. No rental fees to Americans. Call Antonio at 685-20-4466 or e-mail apariciobarahona@yahoo.com. E

APARTMENT RENTALS IN PUERTO SHERRY: Short and long term apartments and holiday homes in Puerto de Santa Maria. Contact 692-64-3396. English spoken, www.emiliosbar.com. ATTACHED VILLA IN FUERTEIUDAD: W/plot of 300m2, 160m2 built, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, toilet, furniture optional, porch, swimming pool, 1,500 euros/mo. Ref: 03366. Call 956-85-2553 or 679-04-7237. BEACH APARTMENT IN PUERTO: Unique location, first line on Las Redes beach, 4 min. from the Puerto gate, ample lvg/dng rm, 3 bdrm w/ built-in closets, 1 bath, A/C and heat, individual heat pumps units, U.S. style washer, fully equipped kitchen, fully furn. or unfurn. Uninterrupted view of the Cadiz Bay, 1,200 euros/mo., maintenance fees, local and national telephone service and Internet included. Call 628-907856 or 956-48-1349. English spoken, registered w/base housing. B E A U T I F U L H O U S E S : N e a r t h e b e a c h i n P u e r t o, x-tra lg bdrm, lvg rm, pool, central heating, all the extras. Call 956-48-2321, or e-mail etiam@hotmail.es. DETACHED HOUSE IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 5 bdrm, 3 bath, lvg-dng area w/fireplace, kitchen and laundry area, A/C, heat, private parking, lrg yard, close to beach and base. Asking 1,200 euros/mo. ( includes gardener). Call Coco at 699-79-4899. English Spoken. DUPLEX IN FUERTE CIUDAD: 150 m2 built, 3 bdrm, 3 bath, central A/C and heat, fireplace, private parking, night watch, sm. nice garden, sunroof, 300m to beach, listed in base housing, 1,250 euros/mo. Contact Rosario Fontádez after 2 p.m. at 629-13-0093. English spoken. HOUSE IN FUENTEBRAVIA W/VIEWS: 4 bdrm, 3 bath, lrg basement, lvg-dng area w/fireplace, nice kitchen and laundry area, A/C , heat, private parking, nice yard w/private pool, close to beach and base. Asking 1,500 euros/mo. (includes gardener and pool maint.). Call Coco at 699-79-4899. English spoken. NICE VILLA IN LAS REDES: 150m2 built w/4 bdrm, 3 bath, unfurn, private pool, 200m from the beach, gardener included, 1,700 euros/mo. Ref: 04825. Call 956-85-2553 or 679-04-7237 NICE VILLA IN SOTO DE VISTAHERMOSA: 150 m2 built, 4 bdrm, 3 bath, furniture optional, nice yard, lg basement, private parking, 1,300 euros/mo, includes community fees and gardener. Ref: 04897. Call 956-85-2553 or 679-04-7237.

VILLA IN EL AGUILA: 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, basement, 170 m2 built, 400m2 of plot, furniture optional, parking, swimming pool. Price: 2,000 euros/month, gardener and the maintenance of swimming pool not included. Ref: 00820. Call 956-85-2553 or 679-04-7237 R

BEACHFRONT APARTMENT: La Costilla Beach, 3 bdrm, sea views, 2 bath, furnished kitchen, ample living rm w/great views and terrace that connects w/master bdrm, private garage parking and private, closed community, 1,300 euros/mo. (negotiable), will e-mail photos. Contact Fran at 620-39-5589 or franggg@gmail.com.

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Spanish woman looking for work as baby-sitter, has car, can pick up/drop off children at off base schools and activities. Bilingual Spanish/German, also speaks English & Italian. Call Carmen 657-44-8357. SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Spanish woman seeks employment in child care and/or house cleaning. Call María José at 664-57-6537. WORK WANTED: Experienced chauffeur (B1 license) and security guard, speaks English and Spanish. Call 666-88-1157 or 632-22-1677. E

MWR COMMUNITY CLASSES: Want to start and run your own business? Do you have a hobby or skill that you believe others would pay for? Rota MWR Community Classes is a program that allows you to start and run your own on-base business while teaching others your skills, all with the backing of MWR. Call 7271382 or e-mail communityclasses@rotamwr.com to find out more. P

BROKER DEALER: U.S. Mutual Funds, IRAS, 5291, insurance, I.R.P.S. Call Ray at 956-10-8371. ENGLISH LESSONS: Bilingual teacher. Call Ramon 622-60-6276. EXPERIENCED DOG WALKER: Need someone to walk your dog? Experienced dog walker off base in Rota. Call Seth at 695-10-0348. References available. GUITAR LESSONS: Classic, flamenco and elementary guitar. Call Manolo for more info at 956-85-1455 or 666-87-4875. SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Home care provider in the States for seven years, first aid, CPR, courses in safety, learning environment and health, excellent references, lots of experience w/children & the aged, immediate availability, transportation, ext.spoken English. Call Inma at 617-18-3881. SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Very responsible, 35-yr-old Spanish woman w/lots of experience seeks employment caring for children and/or cleaning by the hour, weekends or weekdays, flexible hours, available immediately and has experience working on base. Call Esther at 666-88-1157 or 632-22-1677.

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES AVAILABLE: Grandson of the 2011 World Champion, males 1,200 euros, females 1,300. Contact bulldog. suri@gmail.com or call 615-31-5514 (only in Spanish by phone).

NICE HOUSE IN ROTA: Very close to the beach, 6 bdrm, 3 bath, full kitchen, patio, inside parking for two cars, A/C, laundry rm, listed in housing. English spoken. Contact Antonio at 615-23-2552.

TWO STORY CHALET: Bodega style on a lg. (1,000 m2) lot, 3 bdrm, master w/bath, fireplace, A/C, kitchen w/office, lvg/dng rm w/ fireplace, bath. Pool, outdoor dng area and garden house. Located 2 km from Costa Ballena direction Chipiona. Call 617-36-4513.

MWR: CYP Program Assistant, Driver/ Cashier Pizza Villa, Champions Bartender, Champions Club Operations Aide, Pool Lifeguard, Fitness Center Recreation Aide, Golf Course Retail Operations Assistant, Information Technology Specialist (Business Division) and Theater Ticket Seller. Applications must be submitted on OF-612 form and Family Member Status Form to MWR Personnel Office between 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. For more information call 727-2596 or 727-3263.

NEW FURNISHED APARTMENT: In the historical center of Rota, 1 minute from beach, next to the castle, perfect for 4 people, weekly, monthly or annual rental. Contact 670-73-0841.

ROTA APARTMENT: In residential area, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, lvg/dng rm, kitchen, laundry rm, terrace, furnished or unfurnished. Call 666-49-0434.

HRO: Education Aid, GS-1702-02/03/04, Fire Chief, GS-0081-13, Marine Transportation Specialist, GS-2150-11, IT Specialist (Network/Custspt) GS2210-11, Recreation Technician, GS-0189-03 Part-time Library Technician, GS-1411-04 and MWR Secretary (O/A), GS-0318-05, Housing Referral Assistant, GS-2150-11, Education Technician, GS-1702-07. Customer service hours 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Call 727-1643 for more information.

Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon,

Feb. 2, 2012

SPORTS

Brady and Belichick Look to Make History The last time Tom Brady and Bill Belichick tried to join Terry Bradshaw and Chuck Noll of the Pittsburg Steelers as the only quarterback and coach combination to win four Super Bowls, they failed. That defeat remains the only Super Bowl loss in the Belichick and Brady era and also cost the Patriots an undefeated season. This Sunday the two will look to exact some revenge when they face the New York Giants, the very team that dealt them that devastating defeat four years ago in the Arizona desert. Since Brady became the Patriots’ Yuval Fleming Sports Writer starting quarterback in 2001, New England has appeared in five Super Bowls and won 124 regular season games, leaving little doubt that they are the National Football League’s first dynasty of the 21st century. What is remarkable about the success of the Patriots over the last 11 years is that it has been achieved in an era of parity. Revenue sharing, free agency, and salary caps make it nearly impossible for teams to keep superstars. Since 1995, 21 teams (more than two thirds of the league) have played in the Super Bowl, a testament to the balance and equality that players, owners and fans have come to cherish. The Patriots have been the lone exception to that rule though, appearing in five Super Bowls during that time span and winning three. Unlike other NFL dynasties, such as the 49ers of the 80s or Cowboys of the 90s, the Patriots have sustained success without maintaining the same nucleus of core players each season. Their dynasty is a tribute to the shrewd personnel moves of Belichick, who has not hesitated to trade established stars for draft picks or let aging veterans sign with other teams. Instead, he has selected under-sized and over-looked players in the draft such as Wes Welker

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and taken chances on bargain-priced free agents such as Randy Moss. While much of the Patriots roster has turned over the past decade, there has been one constant: quarterback Tom Brady. The sixth round draft pick out of Michigan leads such a potent offense this year that the Patriots will make a Super Bowl appearance despite posting the second worse defense in the NFL. Brady has set passing records and achieved a level of post-season success not seen since the days of Joe Montana. Already a sure fire Hall of Famer, not ; he wins a fourth Super Bowl, it will be easy to argue that Brady is the greatest quarterback of all time. Yuval Fleming is a biased sports fan who lives in Rota, Spain and writes a weekly sports column for Coastline. Please send comments and article ideas to yuval.fleming@eu.navy.mil.

Games of the week Saturday *Fulham at Manchester City 6:30 p.m. Fulham’s leading goal scorer is the American Clint Dempsey, they will be put to the test when they take on first place Manchester City.

Sunday

*Manchester United at Chelsea 5 p.m. While both teams are under achieving this year, this is always a fierce rivalry and both teams have a lot to lose. *Valencia at Athletico Madrid 9:30 p.m. Athletico Madrid is playing much better since firing their coach in December. This game will be a chance for the red and white to prove themselves against a strong Valencia team that sits comfortably in third place.

Feb. 2, 2012

Espadana

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