Barry Sadler The Ballad of the Green Berets Singer’s Interesting Life
Anyone familiar with the 1968 movie titled The Green Berets, starring the late actor John Wayne, is likely familiar with the patriotic song used in the film. The ballad is…
They Died Defending a Far Off Piece of Real Estate
Most of you reading this know one, if not more, person/s killed in GWOT. Each life was cut too short and they’re all in Valhalla now. Here is a story…
Nate Morrison Sounds off on The Truth About Motivation
Does motivation actually exist? If you’re looking for motivation, you might want to stop. I know that sounds strange, but bear with me for a moment. The root word of…
Running Through the Pain and on the Road to Whole Again
You ever run through the pain? I don’t mean have you ever run through physical pain such as having a stitch in your side or raced with a tight hamstring.…
Aut Invenium Viam Aut Facium and What is Spotter Up?
AUT INVENIUM VIAM AUT FACIUM-I will either find a way or I will make one. Legend has it that the military commander Hannibal said this to his generals after they…
“The American News Media – A Marine’s Diatribe”
I wrote this poem back in 2005 while stationed with 2nd BTO Company, USMC, on Hunter Army Airfield, Savannah, Georgia. The entire poem is still very relevant today; without any…
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Dallas Police Department 1 Year On
It is a logical anomaly that in this day and age our law enforcement as a profession learns mostly from tragedy. While not necessarily unique in that regard, we consistently…
New Mural in Virginia Beach Open to the Public
Murals build a sense of community. Murals give people the opportunity to explore the historical and symbolic elements expressed through the art work, and future generations get to experience what…
We Must Honor the Dead by Celebrating Life
MENTOR. I don’t know why I wrote this. I was just driving down the road 15 minutes ago and thought about him. I’ve never understood death very well. I didn’t…
30 Best War Movies on Netflix for Memorial Day
There are so many powerful war movies on Netflix. All of the movies here are available to stream. Memorial Day is Monday May 29th, 2017 and is a federal holiday…