COVID-19 and the "Luxury World": A Minimalist’s Point of View by Kerry Patton Living in the country, surrounded by farmers, it’s often difficult to block the mutters of arrogance and ignorance heard on a daily basis by those who live different lifestyles. In fact, former Democrat Presidential Candidate Michael Bloomberg really put a nail in the coffin amongst a core group … [Read more...]
A Veteran vs. Jesus
A Veteran vs. Jesus by Kerry Patton Easter is arguably the most holy day in Christianity. I am a veteran who also happens to be a practicing Catholic. What I am about to write may come across as sacrilegious. It’s the first time I’ve ever written out my thoughts/ questions toward Jesus Christ—and I am nervous as hell. Jesus is considered the son of God. But if we as … [Read more...]
COVID-19, “Vanity Metrics” and the Quantitative Game of Numbers
COVID-19, "Vanity Metrics" and the Quantitative Game of Numbers by Kerry Patton Numbers, they do not lie. Numbers are science. Numbers demonstrate a scale, which needs much attention. Without numbers, we have no metrics. Most have heard at least one of the aforementioned statements, maybe all of them, in our adult lives. But how many understand the flaws in such … [Read more...]
Assessing Trust in the Afghan Peace Deal
Assessing Trust in the Afghan Peace Deal by Kerry Patton Trust. It’s a mysterious term and rarely understood. Per its definition, key attributes exist such as reliability, truth, ability, and strength. Contrary to popular belief, trust is not earned but rather obtained through a leap of faith. It is natural and can easily be broken. When it comes to the Afghan Peace Deal, … [Read more...]
Will the Coronavirus Destroy Trump’s Re-Election?
Will the Coronavirus Destroy Trump’s Re-Election? by Kerry Patton President Trump continuously praises the current economy which he claims has flourished since his Presidency. Many arguments exist pertaining his claims that the current economy is a result of his enacted policies. Yet no matter how one looks at it and no matter one’s opinion of whether his policies or a … [Read more...]
Why Veterans Should Watch Sgt. Will Gardner
Why Veterans Should Watch Sgt. Will Gardner by Kerry Patton This first appeared in The Havok Journal January 11, 2019. On January 11th, one of the greatest military and veteran advocates in Hollywood will have his directorial debut released. His name? Max Martini. And his movie? Sgt. Will Gardner. This is a movie every veteran and our advocates must watch. For … [Read more...]
Stop Living in Fear: Lessons from the MLB and NFL
Stop Living in Fear: Lessons from the MLB and NFL by Kerry Patton Fear. It is that one phenomenon that often serves as the greatest hurdle in our own life’s goals and aspirations. And yet, few are willing to accept the fact that they live in a constant state of it. Well, it’s time you face reality and time to change that reality. Not long ago in American history, … [Read more...]
A Letter to the Special Immigrant Visa Recipients
A Letter to the Special Immigrant Visa Recipients by Kerry Patton Long ago, I wrote several letters. Arguably, they were the most difficult letters I had to write. They were letters to my wife and children should I not come home. I held onto the last letter and read it recently. After reading it, I decided to write another—not to my wife or children but to my … [Read more...]
Morality in War: A Not So Merry Christmas Story
Morality in War: A Not So Merry Christmas Story by Kerry Patton “He whom you see evil may be the greatest of all Saints.” He mastered the greatest plan, which inevitably brought together the greatest of followers. He gave us His one and only son only to later be sacrificed for our atonement. And that son became man through an immaculate conception. The miracle of Jesus … [Read more...]
Why Some Veterans Hate Airsoft
Why Some Veterans Hate Airsoft by Kerry Patton This first appeared in The Havok Journal September 10, 2014. Airsoft: it’s the latest craze among many here in the land of the free. Through Airsoft, people go out and play weekend warrior, hone some skills, bond, talk shit, etc. In and of itself, Airsoft is a great thing. But, Airsofters, ie. those who use the tool and … [Read more...]
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