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Driving with Cardona

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, drives a fire truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. Cardona came to Misawa AB a year and half ago and has made Misawa feel like home by enjoying activities such as sightseeing, firework displays and local eateries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Firefighter of the USAF

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, pauses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. The Dallas, Texas, native attended firefighter training for three months prior to receiving orders to his first base, Misawa AB, which resulted in him feeling anxious, but he found solace through the welcoming embrace of local American and Japanese community members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Fire truck 6 for the win

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, poses for a photo on a fire truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. Cardona has been stationed at Misawa AB for a year and a half and enjoys readiness training exercises with his shop because it enhances his work skillset, knowledge and understanding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Floats light up the sky

Attendees walk around during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. Event attendees enjoyed paper mache decorations, live musical performances, basketball games and a variety of food vendors in addition to socializing and connecting with each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Festival with friends

A group of U.S. service members pose in traditional Japanese kimonos during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. This wide sleeve loose robe is typically worn as a formal garment for special occasions. Attendees participated in a Yukata fashion contest, displaying the garment for judges and audience members to observe and enjoy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Host having a laugh

Shumi Kaufman, left, a 35th Force Support Squadron Airman and Family Readiness Center intercultural coordinator, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tony Rodeback, an Armed Forces Network – Misawa producer, introduce contestants of the yukata fashion show during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. The fashion show featured a variety of guests wearing colorful and traditional Japanese summer kimonos. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Wooden action figure

An action figure, ‘Mokko Fighter,’ stands on a table during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. The user controlled the wooden figure’s arms and legs to simulate a dancing or fighting performance for guest. This attraction compares to a modern-day puppet show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Oodles of noodles

A paper strip, called, “tanzaku,” hangs on a tree during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. Attendees wrote their wishes on the colored pieces of paper. The color red represents gratefulness, blue represents morality, yellow represents trust, white represents responsibility and black represents studiousness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Make a wish

Tsukuda Kazuhito, a food vendor cook, prepares yakisoba noodles during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. The festival offered traditional Japanese food items such as octopus balls called, “takoyori,” meat on a stick called, “yakitori” and fried chicken called, “kara-age.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Floating on

A fukinagashi streamer hangs on a bamboo post during the Tanabata Festival in Misawa City, Japan, July 26, 2019. Japan’s Tanabata “Star Festival” originated from an ancient Chinese legend about two lovers: Princess Orihime, the Vega star who weaved clouds, and Hikoboshi, the Altair star, a cattle herder. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Air Force psychologist supports #BeThere

U.S. Air Force Capt. Mary Zander, a 35th Medical Operations Squadron clinical psychologist and the suicide prevention program manager, holds up a suicide awareness poster board at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 9, 2019. Zander reached out to various units in coordinating suicide awareness events throughout 2018 to help engage community members in meaningful conversations about suicide prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Doing something is better than nothing

A notebook displaying a suicide awareness message sits on a desk at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 9, 2019. The quote, originally from Max Lucado’s book “God is With You Every Day”, means it is not the sole responsibility of one person to take care of those who need help, but everyone should have compassion to help others. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Eyes on victory

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Malcolm Sharpe, the 35th Medical Operations Squadron mental health clinic NCO in charge, keeps his eyes on a game during the 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. The tournament is one of many sporting events held on Misawa AB promoting teamwork and helping Airmen meet others on the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Homerun makers

Softball equipment rests on a fence beside the dugout during a 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. Five teams participated in the tournament, supporting readiness and team cohesion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Batter up!

The 35th Security Forces Squadron and 35th Medical Operations Squadron compete in a match during the 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. Both teams played the opening match for the tournament, garnering spectators and supporting relations with neighboring units on Misawa Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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A home run for teamwork

U.S. Air Force 35th Security Forces Squadron members square off against the 35th Medical Operations Squadron during the 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. This softball tournament helped bolster teamwork and relations between different units through a sporting event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Just warming up

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Danielle Clemons, a 35th Medical Operations Squadron primary care office manager, warms up before the 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament by catching and throwing pitches at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. Five teams competed, giving Airmen the opportunity to connect with others and build team cohesion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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I’m the good boy

A dog spectates inside a visitors’ dugout during the 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. The tournament is one of many sporting events held on Misawa Air Base promoting teamwork and helping service members, family and civilians meet other families on the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Eyes on home plate

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gregoriorafael Rodriguez, a 35th Security Forces Squadron trainer, prepares to run to home plate during the 2019 Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 4, 2019. More than 73 participants played in the event, which provided a way for fellow service members, family and civilians to build camaraderie and meet new people. (U.S. Air Force photo by Branden Yamada)
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Misawa mom paints her pediatrics mural

Sharon Smith, the wife of Maj. Brian Smith, a physical therapist with the 35th Medical Operations Squadron, poses next to her mural in the pediatrics clinic at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2018. She left her artistic imprint at the 35th Medical Group to create morale. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Jeremy Garcia)
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