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Wreaths Across America
I’m thankful for all the volunteers that came out to support “Wreaths Across America”. It was humbling to see young, old, disabled, service members, veterans, and civilians grace the headstones of veterans across America with a beautiful wreath. A handful of years ago, my family and I had the opportunity to participate in the laying…
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Amazing Patriotic Women
What an honor it was speaking with the patriotic members of the Colorado Springs “Kinnikinnik” Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. They embrace the principles of Patriotism, Education, and Historical Preservation. These women have given thousands of hours in service to children and adults, veterans, homeless, community service projects, and they participate in…
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Utah National Guard Soldier Killed in Afghanistan…
It was with deep sadness that I read yesterday where we lost another National Guard Warrior in the war on terror. Utah Army National Guard Major Brent Taylor was killed on November 3rd in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, in what was described as an “insider attack”. The attacker was a member of the Afghan…
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Air Force Association Conference – 2018
Had a fantastic time at the Air Force Association conference, which was held at the Gaylord National Harbor, MD. On day two, I had the great opportunity to be part of one of the breakout sessions: Book Discussion: Perspectives on Leadership | Potomac C & D Gen Michael V. Hayden, USAF (Ret.), Gen Norton A.…
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Remembering September 11th
Seventeen years ago, my family was woken at 3 am Hawaii time when my father in-law called and said, “Turn on the TV now”! What we and the entire world witnessed that day was a cowardly attack on our nation that is now forever seared in our memories. Yesterday, as I reflected on the events…