It’s OK to take a break!
It is ok to rest; it is ok to take a break, slow down, take a load off… The military has never been an environment of “slow down and take…
PTSD-Poetry from Angel Yalkin
They come looking for me to tame them, to dampen the nerve; Dip their bodies in a sea of gold, chant a wordless incantation over their darkest dreams, and so…
Burn With Purpose
“B U R N W I T H PURPOSE” This fire now consumes me; in thundering fury, falls silent my souls lament. – I alone it’s genesis, self-righteous cure; Quell…
BRISTOL PARKA BY 5.11
BRISTOL PARKA BY 5.11 As an avid rock climber, outdoorsman and Infantryman, I have spent a large portion of my life outside in less than desirable weather. If there is…
Viktos 1911 Boot
New for 2019 from Viktos company is the 1911 Boot, a cross between a work/duty boot and gucci street shoe, this boot will fit any role you choose for it.…
Goldilocks of Giving
Once upon a time, I gave my all. I gave my all to everyone and everything in my life. My eagerness to drain my own well came from a place…
The Approach Jacket from 5.11
I grew up on the Pacific Coast of Washington state. Rain has always been a part of my life. As a kid, I never really worried about rain gear. We…
5.11 Mission Ready™ 3.0 90L bag
I travel about once a month and about half of that time it is usually overseas in austere conditions. I’ve destroyed my share of bags through wear and tear, and…
Hooten and Young OPERATION GOTHIC SERPENT Cigars
Hooten Young is now open for business! A product review is forthcoming. Stay tuned for more! was founded by former Delta Force operator, Master Sgt. Norm Hooten and friends who…
Review of the 1791 Gunleather COMBO OPEN TOP MULTI-FIT BELT HOLSTER 2.1 AND MAG 1.2
Review of the 1791 Gunleather COMBO OPEN TOP MULTI-FIT BELT HOLSTER 2.1 AND MAG 1.2 I received the COMBO OPEN TOP MULTI-FIT BELT HOLSTER 2.1 AND MAG 1.2 holster from…