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Friday, May 12, 2006

Fri, 12 May 2006 07:53:19 GMT

The Aftermath of Tradition

I was trying to load more videos up but the internet here is way too slow to do that. I will try to upload more when I return. But one for now, right? Better than nothing. Enjoy!!!

Monday, May 08, 2006

Mon, 08 May 2006 09:39:15 GMT

More pictures!!! yay!!!! we have reached the point of our deployment where I have more time to catch up on the things that I haven't done. For example, picture posting in Xanga. Enjoy!!! I'm counting down the days of returning to be a normal individual.

At the alterations shop in Camp Bucca

John posing as well at the same place.

Geared up in the sunset of Camp Bucca

John has more gear than I do....

The tent conditions

My AO (Area of Operations)

My Command Center

At the nurses' station, my desk

John on his side of the station

Could it be Captain Wong?

United We Stand. So don't F*ck with us!

Saturday, May 06, 2006

Sat, 06 May 2006 09:45:47 GMT

Well like I promised, the more pix on my promotion....It was pretty nice, a lot of people showed up which I didn't expect. Well here are the pix:

SSG Wong getting promoted.

Danny pinning my rank on the other side.

Talking to the Lieutenant Colonel after getting pinned on. To his right is my roomate and good friend Danny pinning me on and drilling the rank into my chest.

Me goofing off after.

Could this be a profile picture?

Captain Huaylinos, messing me up in formation.

Getting hit on the collar by EVERYONE who attended the ceremony, chest is sore.

The ICU "click" missing a few people. But all will be remembered.

The Three Musketeers

The Workout Group

As we begin to prepare for redeployment, there will be more and more events that being said, more pictures to come. Stay tuned......

Wednesday, May 03, 2006

Wed, 03 May 2006 14:32:08 GMT

Finally, I've waited long enough for a permanent promotion orders. It has finally happened. I don't know why it took so long, but its here.

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

HEADQUARTERS, 1st Personnel Command (Forward)

CAMP ARIFJAN, KUWAIT

APO AE 09366

ORDERS 06-122-00015

The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in the patriotism, valor, fidelity, and professional excellence of YIU FUNG WONG. In view of these qualities and his demonstrated leadership potential and dedicated service to the U.S. Army, he is, therefore, promoted from SGT to SSG. MOS 91W30OOCC is awarded as his primary MOS on the effective date of promotion. Promotion is effective 1 MAY 2006 with a date of rank of 1 MAY 2006. The promotion is not valid and this order will be revoked if he is not in a promotable status on the effective date of promotion. The authority for this promotion AR 140-158. Other MOS actions are awards of SMOS NA and AMOS NA, and withdrawal of PMOS 91W20OOCC, SMOS NA, and AMOS NA.

Sergeant (SGT) TO Staff Sergeant (SSG)

No one is more professional than I. I am a Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of Soldiers. As a Noncommissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time honored corps, which is known as "The Backbone of the Army". I am proud of the Corps of Noncommissioned Officers and will at all times conduct myself so as to bring credit upon the Corps, the Military Service and my country regardless of the situation in which I find myself. I will not use my grade or position to attain pleasure, profit, or personal safety.

Competence is my watchword. My two basic responsibilities will always be
uppermost in my mind -- accomplishment of my mission and the welfare of
my Soldiers. I will strive to remain tactically and technically
proficient. I am aware of my role as a Noncommissioned Officer. I will
fulfill my responsibilities inherent in that role. All Soldiers are
entitled to outstanding leadership; I will provide that leadership. I
know my Soldiers and I will always place their needs above my own. I
will communicate consistently with my Soldiers and never leave them
uninformed. I will be fair and impartial when recommending both rewards
and punishment.

Officers of my unit will have maximum time to accomplish their duties; they will not have to accomplish mine. I will earn their respect and confidence as well as that of my Soldiers. I will be loyal to those with whom I serve; seniors, peers, and subordinates alike. I will exercise initiative by taking appropriate action in the absence of orders. I will not compromise my integrity, nor my moral courage. I will not forget, nor will I allow my comrades to forget that we are professionals, Noncommissioned Officers, leaders!

More pictures on promotion to come later on.

Monday, April 17, 2006

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 05:24:43 GMT

Wow, I didn't realize I haven't written that much lately. It's been over a year since my deployment. Many things have changed. Especially the people you count on being there for you. But one a good note, my return is getting closer and closer. A lot has been on mind and many unhappy things as well. But today was the day, all hell has been let loose. I feel so much better. Let's see how long this can stay. Hopefully, when I return things will start fresh and I would not be aggravated easily. Well before I do come back, got some pictures, enjoy!

Fort McCoy, at first we started out as greens.

And then we advance to desert tans. That's me using the phone to call someone? I wonder who?

me probably just woke up early in the morning.

Me knocked out after a long day of work.

Danny and I just getting ready to get on the plane for deployment to Iraq.

Like our M16s? We touchdown in Kuwait

Assuming control of the ICU/ICW during Night Shift in Iraq

Juan and I just before the presentation of awards ceremony

Three Awards and a Command Sergeant Major Coin

a) Certificate of Achievement

b) Certificate of Training

c) Certificate of Appreciation

My 4-Day getaway to Qatar.

Convoy on the way back from 4-Day Getaway

More pictures to come either before the deployment ends or when I get home.

Prop me!!!!

Friday, October 07, 2005

Fri, 07 Oct 2005 14:42:58 GMT

I'm coming home soon, WHO misses me the MOST??

Tuesday, September 27, 2005

Tue, 27 Sep 2005 17:19:23 GMT

I miss my darling so so so much. I can't wait to see her again. I love you sweetheart!!! *MUAH* *MUAH* *MUAH*

Thursday, September 22, 2005

Thu, 22 Sep 2005 11:50:07 GMT

$250 Million Question:

Why is Today a Special Day?

Thursday, July 28, 2005

Thu, 28 Jul 2005 10:53:23 GMT

Hi everyone,

My New Car when I return: 2005 BMW M3 Coupe

This car is so hot!!!!! Comments? Questions? Please feel free to!

Wednesday, July 27, 2005

Wed, 27 Jul 2005 02:45:17 GMT

Wow, its been a long while ever since my last update. I think everything is pretty much settled down here and awaiting for my two departures. One being home for R&R leave and the other leaving this hell hole sometime next year. I'm gonna try to post up and provide regular updates. As usual some pictures first and then please comment on them because its a necessity and the customer is always right. Thanks

~~ADL

Rodriguez and I

General and I

Bucca Sunset

That's all I have for now. I try to get a picture of myself every month to see how much weight I can lose. Hey I still want my emails/mail/eprops.