The Past, Our Future by Marshall McGurk The past holds a lot; bricks, stones, dark alleys. Future: Uncertainty Past: Anxiety And then a friend says, “Remember our past? Remember the team week, the rain, the ruck, the logs. Remember failing, yet not?” The past conditions, bearable, together Our future, bearable, together. “Not bearable?” he says. “Ruck … [Read more...]
The Dangers of Incentivized Volunteerism
The Dangers of Incentivized Volunteerism by Andrew Fisher The concept of volunteering and helping others less fortunate is the hallmark of what made America great. No other country donates more money, time, and effort than the USA. Many schools, both undergraduate and graduate, along with some employers ask about what the prospective student/employee has done for their … [Read more...]
Refuse Geez: Foreign Refugees vs. Homeless Veterans
Refuse Geez: Foreign Refugees vs. Homeless Veterans by Michael Baumgarten This article first appeared in The Havok Journal on November 27, 2015. There's nothing like scrolling through your social media and finding that perfect meme; you know the one I’m talking about. It's that politically charged meme that really says everything you don’t have the intellect or … [Read more...]
Motherhood and Brotherhood: A Simple Heartfelt Thank You from a Ranger Mom
Motherhood and Brotherhood: A Simple Heartfelt Thank You from a Ranger Mom by Scoti Domeij This article was originally published November 11, 2015. It’s been five years and 20 days since my son Kristoffer was killed and I still don’t know who you are. Your names were redacted out of a report (plus everything else I wanted to know) and I still want to personally thank … [Read more...]
Job Agency Toronto: What You Need To Know.
Job Agency Toronto: What You Need To Know. An employment, staffing, or a job agency Toronto is an establishment to match employers with job seekers. Remember, the client companies have jobs, and they need workers, but they don't know where to get them. On the other hand, job seekers have the necessary expertise, but they don't know where to get relevant jobs to apply such … [Read more...]
Medicinal Marijuana Use by Veterans and Law Enforcement
Medicinal Marijuana Use by Veterans and Law Enforcement by Donovan Ronin For years I wallowed in the depths of my own soul. A child cried out from within to speak out against the unspeakable memories I’d lived through. My facade was that of a bully, the guy who willing to swing the big stick whenever told so. The duality of my MOS (job assignment) complicated things even … [Read more...]
In Defense of Slurs
In Defense of Slurs by Christopher Paul Meyer I love slurs. A good slur is a poetic combination of the right consonants, choice syllables and a strong dose of bad-intentioned meaning. Is there a better way to succinctly sum up your derisive opinion of another person than to call her or, especially him, a “cunt?” (Which reminds me of the Ricky Gervais quote, “There are only … [Read more...]
Hormone Imbalances following Traumatic Brain Injury
Hormone Imbalances following Traumatic Brain Injury by Geoffrey P. Dardia. It has been known for over 80 years that following a head injury there is dysfunction in the Hypothalamus, Pituitary, Adrenal (HPA) axis. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 80-85% of traumatic brain injury (TBI) sufferers are classified as mild traumatic brain injuries (MTBI). … [Read more...]
From War to Plow: A Ranger’s Transition
From War to Plow: A Ranger's Transition In my work within the Veteran community, I have been blessed to get to know many members of the Ranger community. One of those Rangers is James Webb. As those connected to the military are acutely aware, transitioning from an active, fulfilled military career back into the civilian world, where the lines aren’t as clear between good … [Read more...]
Veterans Who Never Met, but Said the Last Goodbye
Veterans Who Never Met, but Said the Last Goodbye by Jason Rogers This first appeared in The Havok Journal in October of 2017 On a Friday morning at the Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery my wife and I, along with prominent Warfighter Rights activist Boone Cutler and our brother in mourning, Troy Kilpatrick, accompanied family and friends to lay to rest Mark Kilpatrick, … [Read more...]
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