Manas AB names SJ Airman Warrior of the Week

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TRANSIT CENTER AT MANAS, Kyrgyzstan --  Every week, a member of the Wing is selected as the Warrior of the Week. This individual is recognized based on outstanding performance, good conduct, work ethic, and most importantly, for a job well done.

Meet the Warrior of the Week -- Staff Sgt. Jackie Rose, non-commissioned officer in charge of storeroom, is assigned to the 376th Expedtionary Force Support Squadron.

Sergeant Rose is deployed here from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., and hails from Clearfield, Pa.

Here is what Sergeant Rose has to say about herself and deployment to the Transit Center at Manas.

What do you enjoy about being at Manas? I love to travel. I'm excited to be here and see a different culture.

Why did you choose to serve in the military? I grew up in a small town with little opportunity. I wanted to be part of something bigger; the Air Force has a lot offer.

How do you feel about your contributions to the Manas mission and the Global War on Terrorism? I order and receive all the rations for the Ops Town DFAC ensuring we have all the food required to serve four hot meals a day and make sure flight meals are prepared for air crews.

Family: My children, Elijah and Jada Rose (5 and 3 years old)

Time at Manas: Arrival date Oct. 8 

Time in military: 7 Years

Greatest accomplishment: Squadron Airman of the year (FE Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., and Ramstein Air Base, Germany)

Goals you want to achieve or meet while at Manas: Spend as much off time volunteering and enjoying the local culture and work toward obtaining my Community College of the Air Force degree.

Hobbies: I love taking pictures!

Your best habit: I'm constantly flossing my teeth.

Favorite Quote: "The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart." - Helen Keller

Favorite movies: "Forrest Gump," "The Notebook," "50 First Dates," "Finding Nemo," "Ratatouille," "Love and Basketball," "The Count of Monte Cristo," "Titanic," "Walk to Remember," "Taken," "Coach Carter" and "Remember the Titans"

Who is your favorite mentor and what did you learn from him/her: Lanette Brown. She has shared many of her life lessons with me, and unknowingly taught me so many things. Regardless if it's work, family, or parental issues, she is always able to offer me great advice. She is an inspiration.

If you could spend one hour with any person, who would it be and why: My mom, she passed away right after I graduated high school. I would love for her to see who I have become and for her to meet her grandchildren.