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An Emotional Machine; A Guardsman's Struggle
November 10, 2014
— Look sharp, but move fluidly. Be crisp in movement, yet smooth in motion. Appear motionless and do not show any emotion (if you can).This is the delicate balance a Joint Base Andrews Air Force base honor guardsman faces.I didn't know what it meant to be a guardsman for most of my life. I would watch movies and television shows growing up and...
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"Why would I see the IG?"
September 26, 2014
— "Why would I see the Inspector General?" The simple answer is that you should see the IG to solve any problem that you cannot resolve through your chain of command. We are in the people business. We are here to eliminate problems or concerns that hinder our fellow Airmen from accomplishing their mission.As the 11th Wing IG, the number one question...
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The day America lost its innocence
September 11, 2014
— I was nine years old. I looked up into the blue, September sky, and saw a plane flying overhead. I thought about the people inside, who they were, where they were going, and why they weren't about to go to school like me. I often looked at planes; this was not out of the ordinary for a child who had been deemed "easily distracted." In the hours to...
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Finding light through darkness
May 1, 2014
— (This story is part of the "Commentaries" section on AF.mil. These stories capture the experiences of Airmen from a first-person perspective.)Keeping a secret that defines you, that has shaped your life for nearly three years now and is sure to shape the rest, a secret that you go to sleep with every night and wake to every morning is sometimes...
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Flight for life
March 20, 2014
— Last November, I was offered a chance to support a mission to Afghanistan, which I jumped on before I even knew the full details. My mission, as I had chosen to accept it, would have me rendezvous with an imbedded Washington Post duo in Afghanistan and escort them back to the U.S. I was also document an aeromedical evacuation and the life-saving...
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Think before you act: It only takes a second for your actions to go viral
March 18, 2014
— Have you ever done something you wish you could take back? Said something mean ... wrote something inappropriate ... behaved in a way that was disrespectful? I'm sure you have or you wouldn't be human.However, in today's society some of these behaviors never go away, even if you tried to delete them. They are documented in Facebook status updates,...
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Finding balance in the deployed, home station environments
January 28, 2014
— Many talk about finding balance the professional and person, yet for so many of us, especially while deployed, our work blends into our life. Finding balance to me means ensuring my energy stays level and I'm able to easily manage all the roles in my life. In the deployed environment, life can be complicated in that while there are less roles for...
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Becoming an "Airman"
January 15, 2014
— In my time spent serving my country, I've learned something very important. Being in the Air Force is not the same as being an Airman.I didn't really understand what that meant at first, but I have my own thoughts on this key difference.Being in the Air Force, to me at least, means that you wear the uniform, have a rank and follow orders. Being an...
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"Zuhls' Rules" - Synthesizing Leadership & Management
December 23, 2013
— This is the third of a three part series which explores leadership, management and synthesis, or combining, of the two. The purpose is to make us better problem-solvers in our 21st Century Air Force.As we discussed in the previous two articles, to be a successful leader one must understand and employ basic management principles. The best leaders...
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Zuhls’ Rules – Management
December 19, 2013
— Editor's Note: This is the second of a three-part series designed to explore leadership, management, and synthesis of the two. The purpose is to make us better 21st Century Airmen.In the first commentary in this series, we recognized our Air Force needs leaders capable of dealing with the complex and dynamic issues facing us today. Additionally, we...
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Zuhls' Rules - Leadership
December 12, 2013
— Editor's note: This is the first of a three part series designed to explore leadership, management, and synthesis of the two. The purpose is to make us better 21st Century Airmen through reflection and action. People around the world are saying our country is in "trying times" and that we've "lost our role as the world leader." Perhaps we've...
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Join The Great American Smokeout/Turkey Trot 5K run!
November 18, 2013
— Are you thinking about smoking? Are you thinking about smoking a turkey? Maybe The Great American Smokeout and Turkey Trot are for you. In collaboration with the Fitness Center, the Health and Wellness Center will kick off the annual Smokeout and Turkey Trot with a 5K run scheduled on Nov. 21 at 7:30 a.m. at the West Fitness Center. The Fitness...
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Teamwork Yields Success
July 19, 2013
— As the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission has now completed repair of a failing water main without interrupting service to this area, I can't help but be impressed with the way we all came together to prepare for what could have been a serious crisis.The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission and all of our public utility servants have work...
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Joint exercise through a new Airman's eyes
July 2, 2013
— "The drop is in 12 minutes!" shouted a crew member, struggling to be heard over the roar of the mighty C-17 Globemaster III's four engines, each putting out approximately 40,000 pounds of thrust. Quickly I made my way down the ladder from the flight deck and started the perilous walk toward my seat at the very end of the C-17's massive fuselage. I...
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Hey, there’s some dirt on your lip!
March 14, 2013
— Yes, I too hear this howl from my compadres in the Operations Support Squadron ... but it is Moustache March! I've heard Airmen opine that it is a practice attached to the National Collegiate Athletic Association Basketball's "March Madness." They would be wrong. Many Airmen throughout the world observe Moustache March and have for decades for one...
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'Domestic violence can't happen to me' -- yes it can
February 19, 2013
— Too many people believe that domestic violence can't happen to them. In fact, perhaps even you may be a member of that group.I am referring to those who prefer to think they are different from the rest of the pack: smarter, more aware and somehow protected from unhealthy people who might otherwise target and injure them. I will admit that I was...
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A lesson in love for Valentine’s Day
February 4, 2013
— As Valentine's Day approaches, couples may be busy planning a special dinner or romantic getaway. Singles may be thinking about who to ask out or perhaps reevaluating their love life. The first century philosopher Ovid said "to love, one must be lovable." One may ask, "aren't we all lovable?" The answer is emphatically yes. However, it is much like...
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Is it Time for a Tune-Up
January 29, 2013
— When I work with couples who are preparing to get married, one of the things I tell them is a marriage is like a car. I explain that in order to keep cars running properly, you need to perform routine maintenance. Proper vehicle maintenance includes checking the fluid levels, replacing the oil and filters, and checking the tire pressure. In...
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Retired On Active Duty
January 23, 2013
— Retired On Active Duty, or R.O.A.D , is an acronym most of us are familiar with; and chances are you have even met someone meeting this definition. Many of us may picture an aging senior noncommissioned officer who is close to retirement and has elected to sit back and do as little as possible until they are officially retired. The title R.O.A.D...
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New Year's decisions
December 28, 2012
— As we ring in the New Year, it is a time of expectancy and thoughtfulness. Some relish making New Year's resolutions, such as losing weight or eating healthy. Others set goals and plans, such as going back to school or making a commitment in a relationship. Also, there might be a pertinent question lurking in one'smind like "Will there be a PCS or...
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When in Israel...
December 28, 2012
— I had an amazing experience recently on my two week trip to Israel; my first visit in thirteen years and my first visit as a rabbi. I spent the first week just breathing in the air, visiting holy sites, attending services and, classes, and taking my time in the bustling, ancient city of Jerusalem. I shopped in the sprawling outdoor market and in my...
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Poetry of Religion
December 28, 2012
— Last week I gave an invocation at a base holiday party that prompted the following question from an Airman: "Did you have to study poetry in any of your seminary or chaplain training programs?" He said he felt there was a poetic dimension to the invocation and wondered whether it was due to some formal training, or simply a personal interest on my...
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The holiday blues
December 26, 2012
— The other night, while flipping through the channels, I ran across a Christmas special on TV. It was an old one about the year without Santa Claus. In it, a little girl sang about having a "blue Christmas without you." It reminded me this is a time of year when many people get the "blues." Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, or no holiday...
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Timely and effective feedback, Stat
December 4, 2012
— Performance feedback is an important requirement. Feedback outlines expectations, improves work performance and tells an Airman where he or she is at in the reporting period and contributes to positive communication. I have heard Airmen too many times throughout my career say that they haven't received timely and effective feedback from their...
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Intentional leadership
December 4, 2012
— In a recent article, CMSAF Roy: 'Future is now', provided by the Air Force News Service, Chief Master Sgt. James A. Roy said, "Air Force leaders must ensure future enlisted leaders are skilled in things like leadership and communication - the institutional competencies that are essential to any career." It is an unfortunate fact of life that the...
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