U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Jose Melendez, a culinary specialist temporarily assigned to USCGC Bear (WMEC 901), celebrates after being awarded a letter of commendation ribbon at quarters, Atlantic Ocean, Sep. 13, 2022. Melendez was being rewarded for his continued hard work demonstrated over the course of his time aboard the Bear. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Matthew Abban)