Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Rucker heaves in a line while U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) prepares to get underway after an eight-day port visit. Blue Ridge port visits represent an opportunity to promote peace and stability in the South Indo-Asia-Pacific region, demonstrate commitment to regional partners and foster growing relationships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kelby Sanders)