Commentary (Page 4)

I inserted a quarter to release a shopping cart at the Patch Commissary.  

With the Fourth of July quickly approaching, I wanted to get a head start on my shopping. Read More

After more than a decade of conflict, the U.S. Army Training and
Doctrine Command embarked on a year-long quest to assess the condition
of the Army profession, conducting surveys, focus groups and forums, and
analyzing past Army studies. 

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This May, the Army observed Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month as part of
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s national campaign
to keep riders safe on our nation’s highways.Read More

It’s that time of year again when so many military families are starting
their relocation plans — and dealing with the fallout from kids who
would rather stay put.

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Recently I had to go to a funeral … one I shouldn’t have had to attend.

The gentleman was one of the first people I met when I arrived in
Germany, and though only an acquaintance, his passing affected me
personally.   

This man, who was obviously loved by his family and friends, fell on tough times, couldn’t see a way out and took his own life.


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The world’s population reached this milestone last October, according to
an estimate by the United Nations Population Fund. With a growing
global population and the earth’s limited resources, it’s no wonder that
governments, corporations and households alike are looking for ways to
save and be environmentally responsible.


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Pfc. Craig Heil (from left), Pfc. Johnathon Hayes and Spc. Eliud
Rodriguez, all assigned to the 554th Military Police Company, perform
room clearing training with M4 rifles on the Panzer Urban Operation Site
during an all-day exercise March 14. Read More

Making excuses is a common way to avoid dealing with a multitude of daily tasks.  

We make excuses for not keeping New Year’s resolutions, for not calling
home or for not walking the dog. We even make excuses for not saving for
our futures. But saving is easy, once you get started.  Read More

If I could change one character trait of the people who reside in the
Stuttgart military community, it would be to increase their inclination
to report things that just don’t seem right.Read More

Secretary of the Army John M. Hugh, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III recently issued a memorandum outlining every Army professional’s obligation to prevent hazing. 

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Four years ago this month, the Army announced the Army Family Covenant,
which promised to provide Soldiers and families a quality of life
commensurate with their service.Read More