Today I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who has ever worn the uniform of the United States Military, and anyone who has ever loved, supported, or known someone who has served in our armed forces. It is only because of the men and women who served in our armed forces, and [...]
Unemployment is a major problem in the US right now. The economic crisis and recession have caused over a million job losses in the past year, and some economists are expecting that number to go as high as 2 million more this year. These are the highest levels of unemployment we have seen in the [...]
I was recently sent a link to Taking Chance, a new film by HBO that premieres Saturday February 21, 8PM. The film is based on a true story about Lieutenant Colonel Michael Strobl, a 17 year veteran of the USMC who volunteers to escort the remains of a 19 year old Lance Corporal Chance Phelps, [...]
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone out there, and an extra special thanks to those of you who are separated from your friends and family this year. I have spent quite a few holidays separated from family and friends and I know what it is like to work late into the evening when you [...]
I would like to extend a sincere “thank you” to everyone who has served in the armed forces. Without the service and dedication of those like you, our nation would be a much different place, if it even existed at all.
Hopefully most of you get today off so you can enjoy this well earned rest [...]
This article is part of Blog Action Day, a day in which bloggers around the world unite to bring attention to a single issue. This year, the issue is poverty.
The US military is known for its ability to strike anywhere at anytime – and the results are almost always effective. While you may think this [...]
The 2008 General Election is fast approaching – with Presidential voting scheduled for November 4th. If you have not registered to vote by absentee ballot, now is the time to do it – particularly if you are stationed overseas.
To register and request an absentee ballot, simply fill out the Voter Registration/Ballot request Form (Federal Post [...]
A popular question among military members is whether or not they are required to perform jury duty. The quick answer is, yes and no. There is no law that prohibits military members from serving on jury duty, though some states automatically exempt military members from serving on a jury. Military members may also be excused [...]
This Memorial Day my wife and I will be going to a local national cemetery with my grandmother to observe the Memorial Day ceremony. The ceremony usually has a performance buy one of the Air Force bands, speeches given by veterans and local military officials, and it ends with a flyover. Afterward, we will stop [...]
