Way back in the 1970s when I was a kid a record came out entitled, “Free To Be, You and Me”. It had such hit songs as, “It's All Right to Cry” and other snowflake soliloquies. It was revolutionary in the fact that it explored gender equality issues and other sensitive topics for the first time. One of the main themes throughout the record was the importance of being unique, an … [Read more...]
I Love You Still
I love you still. by BRITTA REQUE-DRAGICEVICThe words do not pour forth; they catch in my breasts, clutch at my throat, refuse to be told.I can’t write of finding your body, your warm blood melting the cold snow, the fixed gaze of your eyes forever staring into darkness. That same darkness I was not able to save you from.I can’t write of how my being tore in … [Read more...]
Trust Me, You Don’t Know Hate
So let’s talk about hate. I’m not talking about what you think your political opponents feel towards the group that you think is special this upcoming election cycle (both sides do it, don’t lie), or what you think you feel for them. I’m talking about real true hatred. This is something that most Americans have never truly experienced. This is something I am earnestly thankful … [Read more...]
Suicide Prevention: I Am Ten This Year
Another year around the sun and I am still here. There were many ups and many downs and I am still here. It might not seem like much of a victory to some but there has been doubt that I would make it this far. The pain that courses through your soul is something you have to experience to understand. To make it through another year, well, I am still here so I claim the … [Read more...]
Thanks for Your Service?
Thanks for Your Service? Why it is about deeds not words for leaders?Unfortunately, we have come to accept that those that serve in political office are not leaders, but people who are egocentric and desire money, power and the other trappings that come with political office. We see it every day, on both sides of the isle, people who pander to constituents, make false … [Read more...]
What Makes Someone a “Patriot?”
What Makes Someone a "Patriot?" by LTC Monte AndersonWaving the flag doesn’t make you a patriot. The same goes for hashtagging #3percenter on your instagram post - owning a flag doesn’t automatically make you better than another American. A patriot celebrates the flag, but that doesn’t define a patriot.So what is a patriot? The dictionary states that a patriot is “a … [Read more...]
“Best Ranger” Mentality: Push It To The limit
The author of this article is a former Best Ranger competitor who wishes to remain anonymous. _____ As I crossed that finish line in 2001, I genuinely, and finally knew what it was to be tested. Up until that time, I had conquered most challenges I had thrown myself into without feeling that I had ever, truly, been pushed to my limits.I had won State & National … [Read more...]
Tactical Poetry: Deal with the Devil
Tactical Poetry: Deal with the Devil by Special Guest: Bryan “Gannicus” Myers.I took a chance, a deal, a bargain of old.With a grin, a cigarette, and a cross in the road,I had a midnight hour, a plan, and a debt to settle.He found eyes with the blues, and some killer mettle. It’s not every day you lead astray the Devil He wasn’t in … [Read more...]
A Delta Operator Transitions From War to Music: The Story of Silence and Light (Part One)
Written by Special Guest Author: Brad Thomas. If you told me back in the mid 1980’s that I would be where I am today, having lived through one of the most horrific and historical battles in modern times and having retired from the premier counter terrorism unit in the world, I’d never have believed you.Today, so many years later, I’m tapping into my roots … [Read more...]
The Most Important Lesson I Learned From My First Sergeant
The Most Important Lesson I Learned From My First Sergeant by Nick PernaFirst Sergeants are the linchpin of the military community. They maintain tradition and continuity in a world where platoon leaders, company commanders, battalion commanders and others are constantly coming and going. They are experts in their field. An Infantry First Sergeant for example, has served … [Read more...]