Roark (FF 1053) - Naval Cruise Book

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RQARK WHVIES The only problem with deploying is leaving loved ones behind for seven plus months. Some men worried about their wives being able to handle the household, others worried about their kids in school but everybody missed their families. The ROARK wives, an informal organization of those left behind, did their best to cope with the separation and make the time go by. In addition to some pre-deployment sessions with a psychologist who specializes in the strains of separation, the women planned at least one activity per month. Among the functions were potluck dinners, picnics, a beach party, dining out, a gala halfway dinner, video taping sessions, and a halo- ween party. Best of all the activities, however, were the homecoming preparations. As we steamed into San Diego Harbor we were greeted by several signs, one delivered by the tug, a band, baloons, and, most importantly, the loved ones. .ff Heading the ROARK Wives were ombudsmen Shan Wolfram, left, and Patti Huff. One-of the biggest morale boosters was the videotape familygram. ABOVE: A COMNAVSURFPAC cameraman prepares to tape one of the wive's messages. BELOW: Eiko Sussilleaux and Shan Wolfram watch a tape from the men. U it fi si f, L il mi .sq -li. Jgg 1 , 3. . . .1'Q1 .,,frs .win- 1'

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