[November 2, 2024] The small model plane engine was really loud as it sputtered to life. Dad and I readied the control-line model airplane to fly that early Saturday morning. Neither of us had any experience flying model planes, and stupidly, I’d purchased a high-powered model, the most difficult to fly. My Dad’s advice before takeoff was, “flaps… Read More »
[November 1, 2024] If there is one obvious, unchanging, massive rule in leadership, it’s loyalty to your people. And being loyal as a leader means you don’t insult or in any way denigrate your people, whether they deserve it or not. A couple of days ago, in a public address, President Joe Biden spectacularly failed America as its… Read More »
[October 31, 2024] About one week before the end of the war, Abraham Lincoln, our sixteenth president, gave his second inaugural address. The purpose of this commentary is to inform the reader of the circumstances which prevailed at the time he gave this particular speech. Our country was ending its fourth year of a truly bloody Civil War. … Read More »
[October 30, 2024] Half a century ago (yep, that’s a long time ago), I was asked to stand up so my buddy could snap a picture with his Kodak Pocket Instamatic camera. Fort Benning, GA, is where the U.S. Army trains all its Infantry Lieutenants and many enlisted. Those 17 weeks were the most difficult and best training… Read More »
[October 29, 2024] In a recent interview, Elon Musk discussed his thoughts on abortion. As regular readers know, Musk is a smart and highly successful man and someone I often quote. Musk argues that having children directly affects one’s happiness. Most of us, especially those with children, will be quick to agree. Here are his comments. “President Trump… Read More »
[October 28, 2024] The long-awaited Israel kinetic strike on Iran was conducted with precision this past Friday but with restraint. In limiting itself from attacking Iran’s nuclear, oil, and political infrastructure, Israel ceded to American demands. So, what does the strike on Iran mean? First, this attack changes the dynamic of Iran’s proxy war with Israel, changing it… Read More »
[October 27, 2024] The passion surrounding talk over racism and other “isms” is hard to dismiss today. Every leader, especially politicians, seemed to be caught up in the spirit of the times, beating their chests with indignation and lecturing us about race. One thing, however, that the U.S. military warns its senior officers about is the downfall of… Read More »
[October 26, 2024] It was only a matter of time before someone decided to poke fun at the hypersensitive “trans” community for their purported tolerance. Josh Seiter, former Bachelorette contestant, just announced that his sex transition was a social experiment designed to expose the gullible and delusional the left is, which says that anyone who identifies as another… Read More »
[October 25, 2024] As I lay on my back, gazing up at the countless stars in the dark night sky, I searched for the constellations that my Dad had taught me to recognize by name. The easiest constellation to spot was the Big Dipper (Ursa Major), which resembles a large soup ladle. It was late October or November,… Read More »
[October 24, 2024] My Dear Friend General Satterfield. Thank you for allowing me to write about my experience a few weeks ago on the USS New Jersey SSN 796 Submarine the most powerful boat in our Navy. This “boat” as subs are referred to bears the seal with George Washington crossing the Delaware on Christman night in a… Read More »