Aaron Barnard

"It gives you an opportunity to find out what their needs are and to meet them," Barnard said of the retention office, which also involves the soldiers' families.She likes working for Charlie Company, as she has 14 family members who have served or are currently serving in the unit.

"Never has there been a unit that's welcomed you more," she said."I love it.You just have to love it, and you have to believe in it.There's nothing that can relate to it in civilian life."

For Barnard's cousin, Aaron Barnard, this will be his first time overseas.He's with the 63B as a light-wheel mechanic.Aaron said he has a little fear, but he added, "You've got to do what you've got to do.It's just another day and another job.