[The Mayor]

He is one of our very own.

NAVY AND MARINE CORPS COMMENDATION MEDAL AWARDED TO OUR VERY OWN WARRIOR NURSE

Department of the Navy This to certify that The Secretary of the Navy Has Awarded the

NAVY AND MARINE CORPS COMMENDATION MEDAL to Jeffrey Clark US NAVY

for

Meritorious service as ship's nurse while to USS John F Kennedy (CV 67) from March 2002 to March 2004. Lieutenant Clark consistently performed his demanding duties in an exemplary and highly professional manner. He was instrumental in providing outstanding emergency care in an austure and remote environment aboard John F Kennedy during Operation Enduring Freedom. His outstanding treatment of Man-Down situations including the life-saving treatment of a coaltion sailor who required multiple blood transfusions prompted praise from the Battle Group Commander and resulted in his co-authoring of an article in a peer reviewed journal. As Medical Training Team Leader, He trained over 2000 of the ship's crew in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, wound treatment and stretcher- bearing techniques in an overall score of 93% and two consecutive Blue M awards for medical readiness. Lieutenant Clark's Exceptional Professionalism, Distinctive accomplishments, and dedication to duty reflected credit upon himself and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

RH Henderson Captain US Navy Commanding Officer for the Secretary of the Navy

[The Mayor]

March 15, 2004

Healthcare For The Heart

Read: Proverbs 4:20-27

Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life. —Proverbs 4:23

Bible In One Year: Deuteronomy 26-27; Mark 14:27-53

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If you're over 40 years old, your heart has already beat more than 1.5 billion times. I know that when my heart stops, it will be too late to change my ways. So I've been trying to control my weight, get exercise, and watch not only what I eat but also what's eating me.

This last point relates to another vital organ called "the heart"—our spiritual heart. It too has throbbed millions of times with thoughts, affections, and choices. In the heart we determine how we will speak, behave, and respond to life's circumstances (Proverbs 4:23). Will we trust the Lord and choose to be gracious, patient, and loving? Or will we yield to pride, greed, and bitterness?

Today's Scripture reading emphasizes the importance of caring for our heart. Are we keeping spiritually fit?

• Weight: Do we need to lose the weight of unnecessary burdens and cares?
  
• Pulse: Are we maintaining a steady rhythm of gratitude and praise?
  
• Blood pressure: Is our trust greater than our anxiety?
  
• Diet: Are we enjoying the life-giving nutrients of the Word of God?
  

Have you checked your heart lately? —Mart De Haan

O Lord, You see what's in the heart—
There's nothing hid from You;
So help us live the kind of life
That's filled with love for You. —D. De Haan

To keep spiritually fit, consult the Great Physician.

[LadyX]

***** OUTSTANDING !! *****

Thank you, Warrior Nurse,
for what you have accomplished - -

You are truly one of our Finest !!

[Warrior Nurse]

Thank you!

[MeekOneGOP]

Mornin', everybody ! Happy Monday !

[dixie sass]

Thank you for putting this up, Yer Honor. Jeff is an outstanding example of the personnel in todays Navy.