1. The Guardian
January-February 2012
From the Battalion Commander:
GUARDIAN SOLDIERS & FAMILY MEMBERS,
It’s with great pleasure that my wife Maureen and our
four children join the Guardian Battalion Family. I’m ex-
cited to be part of a unit with such a proud history and 101st BSB
great reputation. The Guardians have proven time again “Let Us Carry the Burden”
HIGHLIGHTS
worthy of living up to the Big Red One motto of: No mis-
sion too difficult…No sacrifice too great… DUTY FIRST! Thank you for your service,
shared sacrifices and commitment to each other, our unit and the Army.
BN CDR Message 1 I also want to express my thanks to LTC Grubbs for welcoming me to the Battalion
and for a great transition process. This is a strong team. Our initial priorities include:
BN CSM Message 2
receiving tactical equipment, refining and re-establishing home station administra-
BN Chaplain 3 tive, maintenance, supply, training management and Family Readiness systems and
HHC 4 beginning home station training (taking it slow during the RESET period) while we
Alpha Co. 5 continue to provide uncompromised direct support to the DEVIL Brigade.
Bravo Co. 6 Though our tasks during the RESET phase are many; I am committed to ensuring
Charlie Co. 7 systems that achieve maximum predictability for our Soldiers and Families. No Sol-
dier operates in a vacuum and the support of our Families and loved ones is critical to
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getting the job done. I appreciate all that our Families do to set the conditions for the
success of our Soldiers and Team.
It’s an honor to have the opportunity to serve and lead this fine Battalion! I look forward to continuing to meet
our Soldiers and Family members as I circulate through the unit area and at future events.
GUARDIAN 6
Jim Waddick
LTC, MS
Commanding
Portons Les Fardeaux…“Let us Carry the Burden”
It is with great sadness that I write my final installment of the Guardian Newsletter.
What an amazing 31 months it has been! As a commander, I could not have asked for a better team of
Soldiers, leaders and Families to serve.
There is a lot I could say but, I think one statement will cover it all—Thank you!
Thank you for the countless hours spent serving our Nation and not receiving the proper thanks for
what you do every day. Thank you for volunteering to serve when our Nation is at war and knowing
that you are putting yourself in harm’s way. Thank you for sustaining the Devil Brigade regardless of
the mission. Thank you for doing everything that was asked of you and doing this with a quiet profes-
sionalism and maintaining a level of discipline that earned us the respect of the entire brigade.
To the Families, who didn’t volunteer and don’t get paid, thank you for supporting your Soldiers, the battalion and being there
for all of us each and every day. We are better because of you. I have served in many units throughout my career and I have
never served in a unit that is so much like a family and it is that way because of the time and sacrifices that you make for the
battalion, the Army and our Nation.
It is sad for me to say farewell, but I know that you will enjoy serving with LTC Waddick. Please give him all of the support
that you gave me throughout the last 31 months. It has been a true pleasure to serve you.
Guardian 6, out
“This is the newsletter of the 101st BSB that contains both official and unofficial information. The inclusion of some
unofficial information in this FRG newsletter has not increased the cost to the Government, in accordance with DOD
JIM WADDICK
4525.8-M.” LTC, MS 1
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2. PAGE 2 THE GUARDIAN
From the Command Sergeant Major:
Guardians,
Since our last newsletter, we have been very busy with a lot of
hard work to reset the battalion. It is always difficult to tran-
sition from a war time mission to a garrison environment. So
many of you are on orders to new assignments and I wish you well at your
CSM Jeffrey Adams
new duty stations. Reorganizing equipment, personnel, and files is always
time consuming and most of us do not enjoy change. I want to take the time
to highlight some events that went well for the battalion. The battalion ball was amazing and I
personally had a lot fun at it. You made it a wonderful event. The change of command cere-
mony showed your discipline and commitment to the Army standards. I was very pleased.
Some of our Soldiers went before the promotion board this month and I’d like to
CONGRATULATE SPC Wilborn who is now promotable !
I would like to take this time to thank all the
Families for supporting your Soldiers through the
late nights, deployments, and schools. Your love
and devotion carry us through some of our tough-
est times. Your ability to be a single parent and
carry all the families’ burdens through these tough
times always amazes me. You are definitely a
great part of the Guardian family. Thank you!
Time has flown by so quickly that it seems like I just in-processed into our great battalion a few
days ago. Alas, it has been almost three years and it has been an honor to have served with all
the awesome Soldiers in this great battalion! Your abilities and accomplishments will be re-
membered for years to come. I only hope that you will remember the team work and espirit de
corps that you incorporated into our last three years. Thank you for all the great contributions
each one of you made during my time here. Thank you for your service to our nation and the
Army. Only 1% of our nation serve in the armed forces and most of you joined during war. I
will not say goodbye, but I will see you on the high road again some day.
“Guardian 7” Jeffrey O. Adams (signing off)
Command Sergeant Major
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3. Chaplain’s Corner
So what is your theology? First, what is theology? Noun: The study of the na-
ture of God and religious belief. Religious beliefs and theory when systemati-
cally developed: “Christian theology.”
What a person believes is who they are and who they are is what they believe.
While on my way to PT, I heard James McDonald give this little sermon note:
Dog Theology V.S Cat Theology
“Dog theology:” You feed me, You shelter me, You clothe me, You must be
God! “Cat theology:” You feed me, You shelter me, You clothe me, I must be
God! Which theology have you adopted? Humorous I must say, but as we do a
survey of our own heart, and if a mirror could reflect the moral character of the
Chaplain Adriatico person beneath the skin, uniform and titles, what do you see? Society tends to
tell us we are special, unique, etc., but the truth is, you’re not! You’re not a
snow flake, “one-of-a-kind” so rare and special, entitled to the world and perfect beyond reformation but sim-
ply a normal person living with other normal people full of flaws and in need of improvement, to become bet-
ter and stronger in your faith, your love for your family and a devotion to where God has called you to be. An-
other identity issue I have encountered is that people lose sight of the true meaning of life by being their job.
Psychologically, they have misunderstood that work is just work and not who they are. In recognition of this,
they neglect their families, relationships and even their own well-being. This is not smart nor is it effective or
efficient for the survival or prosperity of any unit. Your net worth is beyond the materialistic. The moral integ-
rity of who you are as a person is what matters. Another thought I have for you this year is to understand that
God does not need you but that you need Him. Dreaming big is good but dream in such a way that it is not
self-centered nor unrealistic. The difference that separates those who fail and those who succeed is utilizing
failure as a learning tool to grow and to see dreams as a goal within the proper limitations of one’s self. Keep
your eyes and hearts centered upon your faith in God and watch His power work in your life. Remember the
achievements acquired and what is done will be forgotten, but the integrity of a person lives forever! Be that
example and be that individual part of a big team to do the impossible. There is strength in numbers and wis-
dom in the word of God.
“ 1 Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked
or stand in the way that sinners take
or sit in the company of mockers,
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but whose delight is in the law of the LORD,
and who meditates on his law day and night.
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That person is like a tree planted by streams of water,
which yields its fruit in season
and whose leaf does not wither—
whatever they do prospers. 4 Not so the wicked!
They are like chaff
that the wind blows away.
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Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment,
nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous.
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For the LORD watches over the way of the righteous,
but the way of the wicked leads to destruction.”
HAVE A GREAT 2012!
Respectfully,
Chaplain (CPT) Adriatico
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4. PAGE 4 THE GUARDIAN
HURRICANES-January/February 2012
Hurricane’s, Family & Friends:
Happy New Year! I hope that everyone is enjoying the beautiful
weather while it’s here. Things at work have been pretty busy and the
company is working hard to re-establish systems so that we can de-
velop a battle rhythm that provides Soldiers and their families a little 1SG Posta
CPT Alvarez, CDR bit more predictability in the coming months. Every section has
worked hard since returning from block leave and I appreciate everyone’s positive attitude and
hard work over these past few weeks as we drew our vehicles from LBE, conducted 100% inventories and took over
Devil’s Den dining facility. Everyone is doing an outstanding job! Our FRG has been working hard to plan out several
events through the summer, I encourage everyone to provide your support as much as possible. I would also
like to congratulate our FRG leader for receiving BDE and DIV volunteer of the quarter awards. Thank you
Lacey for your dedication to the unit and their families!
Keep up the great work! “HURRICANE 6”
Congratulations
to our recent
WLC graduates:
SGT Poole
SGT Simon PFC Brinson PFC Winecoff SFC Copas SSG Niebels
SPC Strader 35F 25B 25B 92M
Brookville, OH Columbus, GA Sioux Falls, SD Kanorado, KS
PVT Mohammad PV2 Dowie SPC Rosales PV2 Farley
92Y 25U 25B 25U
Clearwater, FL Orlando, FL EUA Beach, HI Eatonton, GA
Lacey Kopecky,
As we enter 2012, I’d like to welcome all of our new Hurricane Soldiers, I look forward to meeting all of you!
During our first FRG meeting on 24 January we voted on a change to our SOP and it now includes a baby gift
for Soldiers welcoming a new addition to their family. We always look forward to meeting new families and
Soldiers who are interested in volunteering their time, talent or ideas with us; if you have something to share
or would like to contribute to our mission please join us at one of our volunteer meetings. Our next meeting
will be held on February 16th at El Tapatio on 6th Street in Junction City at 6 pm; if you will be attending
please text or e-mail so that we can ensure we have enough seating available. This meeting is very informal
and serves as a forum to brainstorm ideas for future unit family events to have in lieu of a formal FRG meet-
ing. If you are new to the battalion, we hope you stop by at one to share ideas; CPT Alvarez is always in at-
tendance and can answer any questions you may have! If you have any questions, you can contact me via
one of the methods listed in the page footer. ~Lacey
Upcoming Company Events:
March 17th- Hurricane Challenge (St Patrick’s Day 10K/2 mile run)
April 2nd- Annual Pie in the Face!
June- Spouse Challenge! Do you have what it takes to spend a day in your spouse’s boots?
Check out Fort Riley MWR for area events at www.rileymwr.com and also on FACEBOOK!
To become a volunteer or for assistance with any matter, please contact your Family Readiness Group Leader: 4
Lacey Kopecky, 785-317-2660, hhcfrg101st@gmail.com

5. PAGE 5 THE GUARDIAN ALPHA COMPANY, 101st BSB
CPT Bender and 1SG Hollifield
From CPT Bender, Alpha Co. CDR:
I hope everybody had a great holiday and New Years and has begun 2012 off
to a great start. For Alpha Company, we began the new year welcoming in a new
battalion commander and starting to settle into our daily routines now that the
block leaves periods are complete.
The next few months will begin to get a bit busier as we will begin focusing
on training and sending Soldiers to schools, such as, the Warrior Leader’s Course,
Advanced Leader’s Course, and the Senior Leader’s Course. The next few months
will also be a great time for Soldiers to focus on individual civilian education as
well, in which I encourage everybody to take full advantage of and strive for excel-
lence.
Avalanche is still looking for someone who is motivated to assist the com-
pany as a Family Readiness Group Leader. This position can be a very fulfilling
and rewarding experience that has a direct impact
on all of our Avalanche families. In the upcoming
months, we will be looking at different events or Congratulations to
functions that we can do as an FRG, ensuring that SGT Murillo and his
wife
we can take full advantage of the opportunities who welcomed
Cesar Omar Murillo,
born
that are offered to both Soldiers and our Families on November 26, 2011
here in the Fort Riley area.
If you have some good ideas that we can do as an FRG or are interested in
helping out with the FRG, in any capacity, please let us know.
AVALANCHE!!
Captain Michael Bender
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6. PAGE 6 THE GUARDIAN
From CPT Thomas, Bravo Co. CDR
GOOD DAY, BULLDOGS!!!!! serving the Bulldog
We have survived the Family are appreci-
Holidays and a plethora ated. You will forever
of 4-day weekends with be a Bulldog in our
ZERO incidents!!! That’s hearts! While Mrs.
the Bulldog Spirit! Keep Supanich’s departure signals a closing of a chapter
up the good work Bull- in Bulldog history, it also opens an opportunity for
dogs. another spouse to step up and undertake an adven-
ture unlike any other. Please, raise your hand if this
Things are progressing at a break-neck pace. We
sounds like something that you want to do.
bid farewell to the best when 1SG Saroglou de-
parted. A true Bulldog if ever there was and a Bull- CONGRATULATIONS!
dog for life!! BULLDOGS, HOOAH!! The Bulldogs Promotions: PFC to SPC:
also welcomed 1SG Swarts to the Dog House! We
have nearly doubled in size since our redeployment. SPC Jette, SPC Kavanagh, and SPC Vargas!
We continue to receive equipment and Soldiers.
The Bulldogs Bid
This makes for a very exciting time for the Bulldogs.
Farewell to:
This also means that we need to be extra vigilant as
LTC Grubbs
we are working more and more with Soldiers that we
MAJ Neill
don’t know and equipment that is in need of some
1SG Saroglou
BLC (Bulldog Loving Care). Bulldog sub-hand re-
ceipt holders are busy locating their equipment.
Hail to:
Squad leaders are chasing down information on
LTC Waddick
their new charges and the Bulldog FRG is preparing
MAJ Rozhon
to bid farewell to our fearless and diligent, FRG
1SG Swartsl
Leader: Mrs. Jessica Supanich. We want you to
know that your hard work and long days and nights Bulldog 6, Out!
From the FRG Leader, Jessica Supanich
I hope you all had a great holiday! I know Bravo Co. has received many new Sol-
diers and spouses (Welcome!) in the last 2 months and I do apologize if you have not yet
been contacted by the FRG. The unit is still trying to get a complete roster together, but as
soon as I receive it you will be contacted! All the FRG positions currently need to be filled
so if you are interested please contact me and I can answer any questions you may have.
The positions available are: Funds Custodian, Alternate Funds Custodian, and Key Caller.
As some of you may have heard, we are scheduled to PCS to Fort Drum this spring. My husband is leaving
in April for school and will report straight to Drum after that. I will remain the FRG Leader until around mid-
March and then I will be stepping down. The kids and I will remain in the area until school is over in May.
Thank you to everyone who has been an active supporter of the FRG, past and present. I appreciate all the
help you have given, volunteer time you have donated, and your presence at monthly meetings. If there is
anything I can do for you between now and March, just let me know!
Our next FRG meeting will be held on February 16th at 6 p.m. in the ACS Annex on Huebner Rd. On-site
childcare will be provided with prior registration. Your child must be registered with CYSS to use this care,
also please bring each child’s shot records with you that evening.
I have been granted an extension this time until Feb 13th for FRG childcare for our meeting, but please get
signed up soonest.
Bravo Bulldogs Rock!!!
For assistance from your FRG, call Jessica 785-461-5091 or Email: bravobulldogs@gmail.com 6

7. PAGE 7 THE GUARDIAN
From CPT Li, Charlie Co. CDR:
As January comes to a close, the Cyclones have been getting back into the swing of
things, as work days have transitioned from half-days to full-days. The reintegration process is
now complete and the Soldiers along with their squad leaders and platoon leaders have been
working very closely with unit supply to complete the change of command inventories. Al-
though we are short on personnel because of schooling, the remaining Cyclones have been
working diligently to complete all missions and tasks.
We would like to congratulate the newly promoted NCO's in our company. SGT Allen
(Evac Platoon), SGT Andrews (Treatment Platoon), and SGT Newman (Evac Platoon). Once
again, we would also like to congratulate SGT Kenney (HQ Platoon) and SGT Kuchenbecker
(Treatment Platoon) on achieving the same accomplishments during the deployment. Great
Job!
We have many people leaving whether that is transferring to another post or ETS-ing
out of the Army, but we also have new Soldiers and NCO's arriving. CPT Charles (PA) de-
parted our Cyclone family and we will miss her knowledge and her mentorship to the medics.
SFC Hamilton, SFC Warren, SFC Wright, and SSG Elssesser will PCS this month and will be
missed due to their leadership and dedication over the years. Good luck!
We welcome SPC Aguilar, SPC Al-Mohareb, PFC Ramirez, and PFC Phyall to our com-
pany! I would also like to welcome Amber Alfred and Carla Devries as our newest volunteers to
our company FRG. I am excited to welcome CPT Kelley but sad in the same regards to leave
the Cyclone families. I would like to thank the Cyclones for all their hard work and making my
time in command easy. I will soon depart Charlie Company as I transition to IACH for my
HFPA internship and I wish all Cyclones and CPT Kelley the utmost success in their future!
~CPT Li, Cyclone 6
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