June 2014 2nd Issue 2 | Page 25

Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion Page 21 My family and I are excited about this transition from CJ35 (FUOPS) into Command. Over the last two years, we have had the blessing of meeting many wonderful Soldiers and Families within the G3/5/7/9 Family. In this capacity we hope to meet more wonderful people and further strengthen our bonds. Our Soldiers here are doing a great job and as you see further in this newsletter, we are excelling. While we are progressing toward our end of mission everyday, I ask you to keep in touch with Family and friends to maintain resiliency and mental acuity. Keep us in your thoughts and prayers; we will all be home soon enough.—CPT Gowens Family and friends of OPS Company W hile I’m sure we can all agree that the nation can be proud of our Soldiers, it can also be proud of the families and friends that support them. The fact that wives and husbands are raising children, paying bills, and running a household essentially by themselves, parents and significant others are taking the time and effort to write and send packages, and friends are raising toasts and remain full of obvious pride in the accomplishments and dedication of their OPS Company Soldiers, this makes you all a part of our success as anyone here in Afghanistan. Your sacrifices and dedication are just as important and necessary as ours to maintain the freedom and liberty that we enjoy as Americans. I thought It would be a nice gesture to thank you all again for contributing to the Soldiers of OPS Company. WARHORSE 7 1SG HARRIS CPT Gowens, Becca, Loralai, Olivia, and Casper.