Commentaries

  • Lorenz on Leadership –Technological Change

    I am a digital immigrant. You see, in the summer of 1972, as a senior at the Air Force Academy, I spent $125 on a small "personal computer." At roughly $650 in today's dollars, the small unit was able to do four things: add, subtract, multiply and divide. It was a cutting edge ... calculator.

  • Airmanship: Setting aside personal priorities for the greater good

    Staff Sgt. Terral Leak is a name most of you have never heard. In 2008, Sergeant Leak was presented the Airman's Medal for rescuing a disabled, elderly Japanese man from the sixth floor of a burning apartment building. He was on his way to work, saw the smoke and drove straight to the scene. It's

  • Annual Combined Federal Campaign kicks off

    The 2009 Combined Federal Campaign is right around the corner, and this year's theme highlights a core tenet of service - improving our world at home and abroad. The theme is, "I can, now, more than ever. To the world you may be just one person but to one person, you may be the world." This year's

  • People have the power to prevent terrorism

    Reported threats on military installations have been on the rise in the past few months. The 82nd Training Wing antiterrorism officer receives information daily on suspicious activities that is perceived as tests of security and monitoring of our security and mission capabilities. Many experts say

  • Know your fireworks

    Everyone enjoys fireworks, especially in the festive Fourth of July season. But some devices can be dangerous. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends that you only buy consumer fireworks from a licensed store, tent or stand. Never buy fireworks from an individual's house or from someone

  • 3 principles to live by: Faith, trust and loyalty

    There are all kinds of books, lectures, theories and opinions on leadership and how to be successful, and here is another one. Seriously though, I don't know if it is because I grew up in a small farm community or what, but I've never been one for deep, complex theories on these topics. To me,

  • Grilling Safety for the Summer

    Fire departments respond to about 7,900 fires involving grilling accidents annually. June and July are the peak months of these grilling fires. These fires are primarily caused by grilling under overhangs such as balconies or garages. Make sure to check safety features such as gas leaks from propane

  • Doing the right thing:Motorcycle Safety

    "There are two kinds of motorcycle riders; those that have been involved in an accident and those that will." Have you ever heard anyone say that? I know I have. As a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Instructor for the past eight years, I personally believe that statements not totally accurate. That's

  • AFSO 21: How long will it last?

    March 2009 marked the third anniversary of when former Secretary of the Air Force Michael Wynne challenged Airmen to seek opportunities for increased productivity and eliminate waste in all operations. Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century is a multi-disciplined, common-sense approach to

  • Dealing with Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

    Whether you're a novice at the exercise scene or a long-time fitness advocate, it may be difficult to interpret the discomfort that occasionally comes with exercise. For example, if you haven't exercised in a month and you decide to run three miles and perform a few sets of push-ups and sit-ups, you