WINGSPAN WHAT'S YOUR OUTLOOK? - 132d Wing
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WINGSPAN MARCH 2020
WINGSPAN
132D WING MONTHLY REPORT
WHAT'S YOUR
I also believe that organizational trust starts with
leaders, and specifically their character and
competence. We must expect our leaders to
OUTLOOK? behave with integrity and honesty and to know
what they are doing and get results. However, I
think we all control our own outlooks on life and
by Col. Mark Chidley that contributes directly to the trust level of our
teams.
Commander, 132d Wing
The bottom line is that the business of protecting
It’s almost spring and what better time to look for a
and defending our nation is serious business, and
fresh assessment of how we are doing. One thing to
our success in times of maximum stress and
consider coming out of winter is “what’s my
urgency depends in large part on how well we trust
outlook.” When you get to work each day, do you
one another. This is an outstanding Wing with the
expect good things to happen? When you interact
metrics to prove it, but we can always get better.
with other people, do you expect them to be
I’m the first to admit that I am not always as
knowledgeable and friendly? Do you believe your
positive as I could be, but I am also very conscious
supervisor, peers and subordinates will do the right
of how my outlook affects those around me. My ask
thing? Would your family and friends describe you
is that each of you do the same and help increase
as positive and optimistic? And if you are
the trust across your team.
competent and professional at work, does your
outlook really matter?
Finally, it’s March and there are a couple of things
you are invited to attend. In honor of Women’s
I believe very strongly that it does and it’s important
History Month, the 132d Wing is hosting a candid
to check it often. If you believe that most people
discussion with five Soldiers and Airmen in all
are just in it for themselves, you will most likely
phases of their careers on Wednesday, March 11,
enter into conversations or interactions already on
from 1100-1200 in the DFAC. And on the evening of
the defensive, assuming the worst. That makes
March 28, the Enlisted Association of the National
building trust between people more difficult. With
Guard of Iowa will hold its Annual President’s
lower trust levels in organizations, people tend to
Formal Banquet at the Holiday Inn South alongside
spend time covering their backsides instead of
the Iowa National Guard Officer’s Association’s
doing the mission, regardless of how good at their
Annual Recognition Dinner. I hope to see you at
jobs they are. A negative outlook can become a
these events.
self-fulfilling prophesy. That isn’t the 132d Wing
culture.
Thank you for what you do. Have a great drill
weekend!
I’m not saying that there aren’t people in society
who truly do earn the mistrust of others, but I think
they are the exception.
HURLEY Meet A.J. Christian
PROMOTION by Staff Sgt. Michael J. Kelly
132d Wing Public Affairs
Clint Hurley, 132d Mission Support
Group munitions accountable systems Capt. Adam Christian assumed command of the 132d Security
officer, was promoted to Senior Forces Squadron during February UTA, taking over for Lt. Col.
Master Sergeant last drill. He looks Rodger Howard who moved to the 132d Mission Support Group.
Becoming the security forces commander has been a longtime
forward to making a bigger impact
goal for Christian since joining the unit.
not only on munitions but on the
entire 132d MSG.
“It was a goal I set 18 years ago. I looked up to the people who sat
at the top and knew I wanted to be like them someday,” said
Christian.
Christian enlisted in the 132d Fighter Wing in 2001 as a security
forces defender and deployed twice to Southwest Asia. In 2011,
after graduating from Central College in Pella, Iowa, he got the
opportunity to commission as an officer.
Christian is a traditional Guardsmen but said he’s up for the
challenges the position brings to a drill-status-guardsmen.
“You have to stay in constant communication with the full time
force. You have to have faith in your guys and I’ve got good guys I
can rely on,” said Christian.
Christian said the squadron is already doing great work and he
PLOEGER wants to continue doing bigger and better things while making a
difference in the careers of his Airmen.
PRMOTION
In his civilian career, Christian serves as a deputy sheriff with the
Stephanie Ploeger, 132d Medical Group Story County Sheriff’s Department and has spent ten years on the
health systems, was promoted to force. Christian is married to his wife Amber, who is an Ames
Senior Master Sergeant Police Officer, and has two boys Brooks (2) and Anthony (4).
over February Drill. Ploeger looks
forward to continuing to support the
medical needs of the 132d Wing.
LAST CHANCE JUST SHOW UP
by CH David Doty by Clare Long
132d Wing chaplain Family Readiness Coordinator
S trong Bonds: Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage Picture a beautiful May 2nd at one o'clock in the
is a fun and refreshing time to reconnect with the afternoon and wonder what could possibly make
love of your life (your spouse). This retreat will give your day better? Lucky for you, there is a family
couples a different way to deal with tough issues in friendly event located at the 132d Wing to meet that
a way that is non-threatening and fun. You will not very need! You have the opportunity try out goat
only gain practical information, you’ll get to practice yoga, calf roping, Ag Olympics, visit our resource
relationship-building skills and share intimate and college fair and if you’re brave enough, enter a
moments. This program is not intended to be a pie eating contest.
substitute for marriage counselling, nor is this group
therapy. It is designed to strengthen relationships, Do you have children and are not sure if they will
inspire hope, and rekindle your marriage. You and like any of these events? No prolem! We have three
your spouse will gain skills that fortify your marriage STEM based classes that may peak your child’s
as you enjoy a time of relaxation, fellowship, and interest. They range from building a living plant
fun. necklace to designing a feeder for livestock. I know,
the excitement is too great for you to wait to May
Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage will be held 2nd, but what would a military event be without a
20-21 March, at the Holiday Inn Downtown at Mercy little hurry up and wait.
Campus, 1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314. More
information can be found on the “Chaplain” page on For any questions regarding volunteer opportunities
Sharepoint. Space is limited so register today or event details please reach out to Clare Long at:
(registration closes 10 March). clare.r.long.civ@mail.mil or 515-261-8786.
https://www.angstrongbonds.org/ems/url/Ir3IX8gLH5
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WHICH WAY DO YOU BEND?
by Clare Long
Family Readiness Coordinator
Take a break from Saturday drill at 3:00 to enjoy Yoga spots are limited, please email Clare Long at:
some well-deserved self-care with a yoga class clare.r.long.civ@mail.mil to reserve your place.
sponsored by the Wingman Support Team. This Location is at the BX Gym and attire is Air Force
particular class is brought to you by our Yoga Shield issued PT gear.
instructor who has developed a specific curriculum
to meet our standards and needs at the base.
Yoga Shield is different from “regular” yoga for the
following reasons: it is safe, consistent, practical and
effective, job specific and culturally informed for
military personnel. Its resiliency tactics you can take
on the road with you! Honestly, yoga is definitely A
tool, not THE tool, for resilience. Just think, one
minute may not seem like a long time unless you
are in plank position.
ARRIVALS
Maj Johnson, Bryce ATKS 26-Feb-20
SSgt Goecke, Dustin CE 21-Feb-20
SSgt Odegaard, Eric FSS 13-Feb-20
SrA Schaefer, Daniel OSS 18-Feb-20
AB Melounkpo, Koffi FSS 9-Feb-20
DEPARTURES
MSgt Safranski, Brenda 232 IS 4-Feb-20
MSgt Oshirak, John OSS 16-Feb-20
MSgt Koeper, Kyle CES 9-Jan-20
SrA Rahmanzai, Mansoor CF 10-Feb-20
SrA Kraus, Edward SFS 23-Feb-20
PROMOTIONS
Maj Emery, Daniel 19-Feb-20
SMSgt Stufflebeam, Cameron 15-Feb-20
SMSgt Knowles, Christopher 15-Feb-20
SMSgt Enyart, Dale 1-Mar-20
MSgt Jansen, Erika 1-Mar-20
TSgt Eaton, Joshua 1-Feb-20
TSgt Ploeger, Michael 15-Feb-20
SSgt Houston, Jackson 1-Mar-20
SSgt Marlowe, Madeline 1-Mar-20
SSgt Pentico, Zachary 1-Mar-20
SSgt Marin, Shane 15-Mar-20
SrA Munford, Clifford 15-Feb-20
SrA Tigner, Braden 15-Feb-20
MARCH DFAC MENU
Saturday Sunday
Stuffed Pork Chop Shepherd's Pie
Mushroom Chicken Chicken Alfredo
Mashed Potato w/ Gravy Roasted Broccoli/Cauliflower
Mixed Veggie Peas
Green Bean Casserole Breadsticks
Dinner Roll
Short Line Desserts Short Line
Reuben Assorted Cheesecake Bacon Cheeseburger
Potato Wedges Strawberry Cake Fries
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