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  • 18th Air Force commander's intent letter

    Airmen of the finest Numbered Air Force: thank you! In an environment of great uncertainty and challenge, you continue to embody excellence through your bold, innovative leadership. In the minds of our senior leaders and mission partners, you are essential to the success of our Nation and I am very

  • What does Independence mean to you?

    July 4th is a day that many people associate with summer cook-outs, getting together with family and friends, and just having a good time. But rarely do people ever stop and think about what independence truly means and why we should be ever so grateful we have our independence here in the United

  • A Short Defense of the System

    Currently, the media and Congress have focused much attention on the military's judicial system, especially as it relates to a commander's involvement in the prosecution of sexual assaults. Congress, through legislative proposals and hearings, seems determined to restrict commander involvement and

  • Get Ready, Stay Ready…

    Are you ready? You might be asking yourself, "for what?" The answer may be different for everyone but there are some issues common to everyone. Readiness is much more than making sure your mobility folder is up-to-date, or staying current for all your shots, it should play a role in most aspects of

  • Swimsuit season time

    Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer and that means beaches, pools and swimsuits; yet most people hate swimsuit shopping. Do you know why? The answer is because we are fat. The 2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey stated that two in three adult Americans and one in three

  • You were made for significance

    I've often pondered what the essence of spiritual resiliency is. I've recently learned that the Comprehensive Airman Spiritual Pillar is adopting the new definition from the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Staff Instruction (CJCSI 3405.01) on total force fitness. The new short definition is: "Spiritual

  • Safety Glasses--not just for work

    Now that the 101 Critical Days of Summer are around the corner, it is a great time to remind everyone about the importance of protecting their eyes. While outside working or just enjoying the summer sunshine, you should wear sunglasses with ultraviolet (UV) protection. Long-term exposure to UV rays

  • We can really learn from kids

    It wasn't until recently that I learned there is truly something beautiful about being appreciated.In the last six weeks I have been volunteering with Junior Achievement. Junior Achievement is a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating students about workforce readiness, entrepreneurship and

  • NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

    By joint resolution on 1 Oct 1962 President John F. Kennedy signed Public Law 87-726 which declared May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which that date falls on as National Police Week. This is the annual tribute to law enforcement officers who lost their lives in

  • Leadership recalibration PME style

    If I have learned anything in more than 30 years of life it is how to deal with being wrong. Even with the best intentions, I miss the mark a lot more than I like. The frequent lessons in humility have made me well versed in admitting when I'm wrong. In the case of the NCO Academy I can happily