July 31, 2013 Diversity is important to successful organizations How many folks get excited to talk about diversity? How many articles or headlines have we seen recently talking about "diversity" in a positive light? From the Supreme Court's ruling on the Defense of Marriage Act, to Congress' constant struggle for immigration reform, and what seems like endless
July 31, 2013 Candid counsel requires courage, strength of character Courage. Valor. Action in the face of adversity. These words conjure up heroic images of warriors on the battlefield and feats involving physical bravery. Such traits are critical for military professions, but so is another less discussed trait--candid counsel.The essence of candid counsel involves
July 10, 2013 I’m ready to skydive again Looking out from 8,500 feet in the air from a perfectly functioning airplane and deciding to jump out can be considered a crazy thing.However, according to the United States Parachute Association, each year roughly a half million people across the U.S. safely and successfully jump out of an airplane
July 3, 2013 Thank you for your service & happy Fourth of July As we head into the Fourth of July holiday and celebrations this weekend, I wish to take a moment to thank you for your service to our nation. I'm constantly reminded of how well you perform your duties as we continue this summer of changes throughout our units.I see the legacies that have been left
June 19, 2013 Thanks for the warm welcome It's great to be back at Scott AFB--home to Air Mobility Command's "Showcase Wing!" My wife, Deb, and daughters, Mikayla and Abbey, and I have received such a warm welcome since arriving, it truly feels like coming home. This base is steeped in heritage and tradition, and every day you contribute to
June 19, 2013 Share responsibility for a safe night on the town After spending the evening at a comedy show, I found myself at an underground Metro station in Washington, D.C. last summer. As I was talking to my husband, I noticed a young woman slouching against the concrete pillar. A minute later, when she vomited on herself and her clothing, she didn't even
June 19, 2013 Thanks for the warm welcome It's great to be back at Scott AFB - home to Air Mobility Command's "Showcase Wing!" My wife, Deb, and daughters, Mikayla and Abbey, and I have received such a warm welcome since arriving, it truly feels like coming home. This base is steeped in heritage and tradition, and every day you contribute
June 6, 2013 How $19.99 saved my life What's your life worth? One-million dollars? Maybe a few hundred thousand? What if I told you something that cost me $19.99 saved my life?Two years ago, I paid $19.99 for a bicycle helmet and recently its value has surpassed its cost.I was doing what a lot of us at Osan Air Base do -- riding my
June 6, 2013 'Rebluing': Why do we say that? Since shortly after its birth as a separate service, American Airmen have worn the color blue.Blue represents the sky above earth; a medium the Air Force first aimed to conquer. Blue in our uniforms, in our shield and in our official symbol is also commonly connected to loyalty and courage. Airmen
May 22, 2013 Memorial Day: Remembering our fellow servicemembers This year, Memorial Day hits a little closer to home. While it's a day to reflect and remember the sacrifices borne by all those who've died while serving our nation in uniform, my thoughts are turned toward the recent losses we've suffered here and in the Air Mobility Command community.As