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Name: U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Valerie King

Unit: 702nd Munitions Support Squadron

Duty title: Recreational specialist

Hometown: New York

Years in Service: Nine years

Why joined: I joined to further my education in culinary arts, become a step closer to receiving my secondary education degree in english and make my family proud.

Family: My supportive husband, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Fred King: and two beautiful boys, Kayden, 6, and Mackenzie, 5.

Hobbies: I love braiding hair, bowling, watching movies and singing while no one is listening.

Favorite aspect of job: My favorite aspect is making the customers happy and being able to change someone's mood to be more positive. Knowing that something I could have done will remain a positive reflection of where I work and who I work for.

Most memorable Air Force experience: My most memorable moment is being deployed to Iraq and participating in Iraqi Kids Day. This gave me a chance to learn about children's differences and similarities around the world.

How do you make responsible choices: I make sure I live the wingman concept and have integrity regardless of any situation. I think before I act!