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Water in the Floorboard
If you’ve been reading these weekly articles, you’ve likely noticed the last few weeks have been a little morose. I’ve felt like a frayed nerve lately Continue Reading
The Reason I Went to West Point
"Sometimes the light's all shinin' on meOther times I can barely seeLately it occurs to meWhat a long, strange trip it's been." From "Truckin'," by Continue Reading
The Cost of Truth is a Comfortable Lie
“The further a society moves from the truth, the more they will hate those who speak it.” It’s a quote often attributed to George Orwell, and Continue Reading
Standing Tall
Standing tall in military blue,I proudly protect Americans.Standing tall in military blue,or camouflage uniform subdued,my guiding light and beacon,I Continue Reading
The Silent Crisis in Special Forces: A Call for Leaders
Editor's Note: The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of The Havok Journal, Continue Reading
Consuming Knowledge: I Can’t Turn it Off
I consume and consume. Every question unanswered or unknown is like an itch that must be scratched. My curiosity so expansive the subject Continue Reading
If I Heal, Will I Lose My Warfighter Identity?
By Britta Reque-Dragicevic This first appeared in Britta's blog, "Life After War" and is republished with the author's Continue Reading
How Shoe Size Influences the Flow of Blackjack Games
Shoe size in blackjack is one of those details experienced players notice immediately. The number of decks in play shapes everything from the pace of Continue Reading
What Hides in a Chimney Until the First Cold Night
Photo by Charles Sims on Unsplash A chimney keeps its secrets well. Soot gathers in the dark above the damper, month after month, and nobody Continue Reading
What an AC Unit Is Trying to Tell Its Owner
Photo by Álvaro Bernal on Unsplash An air conditioner rarely quits without warning. It hints first. A longer run time on a mild day, a faint smell Continue Reading
Garage Door Services That Crush Daily Wear Before Failure
Photo by Point3D Commercial Imaging Ltd. on Unsplash Garage doors handle serious weight every single day. Most homeowners barely notice that Continue Reading