DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

355TH FIGHTER WING (ACC)

DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE ARIZONA 4 OCT 2007

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Dear Bernie,

Thanks very much for visiting the Desert Lightning Team of Davis Monthan AFB and bringing your Happy Hour message.  You were able to reach our Airmen with the message of personal responsibility and the dangers of alcoholism in a way many in leadership positions in the Air Force have been unable to do.  Your humor, sincerity and inspirational message touched and made a difference in the lives of our Airman; I have been told many times how your story was inspiring.

Again, many thanks for the positive impact you have made on the Airmen of Davis- Monthan, you are always welcome to come back for a visit. Thank you for serving those who serve!

Sincerely,

James E. Parkhill, Jr, CMSgt, USAF

Command Chief Master Sergeant

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