Warrior's corner

Translog: Journal of Military Transportation Management, Fall, 2004 by Tomas R. Hawkins

Surface Warriors,

I have been onboard for about four months now and even more excited about being here than I first arrived. It's sort of like being a kid in the candy store. The more I see, the more I learn, understand and want to see.

I've visited our units in the U.S., Hawaii, Rotterdam. Italy and Southwest Asia. Though I still have not seen them all, what I have seen are units with a proud sense of belonging and a very motivated and experienced workforce of Soldiers and civilians. I must admit, much like other organizations, we have or own special challenges, but that comes with new leaders, new visions, and changes in what we were accustomed to doing.

My message, as I visit, is simple ... "Do the best you can with what you have for as long as you are here."

In saying this, we need to look forward to embracing our transformation to better our capabilities to even better our support to the War Fighters.

To enhance our Espirit de Corps, we've established a motto that accurately tells who we are and what we do--Surface Warriors. This combines what we do with the Warrior Ethos and Warrior Spirit so highlighted by the Sergeant Major of the Army and Army Chief of Staff. This idea not only pertains to our Soldiers but it is also reflective in our civilian workforce.

On a personal note, I would like to share in giving a sincere appreciation for the fine work to our command from Mr. John Randt. His services and fellowship will be deeply missed. I wish you the best.

I am proud and honored to be your Command Sergeant Major. I will do my best to represent you at the conferences and events I attend with the distinction that comes with this position.

I thank you for all you have done and continue to do.

Until next time ...

"Let's Roll!"