Cpl. Michael H. Whorton, an intelligence analyst with

Cpl. Michael H. Whorton, an intelligence analyst with 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, receives chili dogs from 2/9’s chow hall at Camp Hansen, Marjah, Afghanistan, Sept. 3, 2010. Each morning food specialists with 2/9 wake up and begin their daily routine, prepping and providing more than 2,500 meals for Marines and sailors throughout their area of operation. Whorton is from Russellville, Ark.