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'But it’s all natural!'
April 10, 2019
— The air flows thick with pollen every Spring as nature proclaims, “I’m alive and ready for the new year.” The ensuing blanket of yellow brings groans of dismay and the noise of a power washers running as people try to wash the unsightly pollen and other detritus off houses, vehicles, driveways and white picket fences. This is a natural response to: “Hey… it’s dirty and needs washing!” “Is there a problem with washing my house? It’s all natural!” Actually, it all depends on how you wash the house. Gasoline is all natural too, but learning to handling gasoline safely is necessary because of certain dangers it presents. Similarly, washing outside structures presents certain hazards to the environment...
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SAPR: ‘Protecting our people protects our mission’
April 10, 2019
— The Department of Defense recognizes April as Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month—one of numerous awareness months, but in my opinion, one of the most important.The theme continues to be, “Protecting Our People Protects Our Mission.” As the Sexual Assault Response Coordinator at Joint Base Charleston, I believe this theme truly signifies...
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Girl’s day out: My thoughts during an all-female C-17 flight
April 2, 2019
— On March 30th, I was fortunate enough to take part in the Women’s History Month incentive flight hosted by the 437th Airlift Wing. As a Public Affairs Officer we try to stay in the background and let others do the talking, but this experience could not be summed up in a caption and a hashtag. As I was contemplating the social media captions for photos and videos that I was going to publish later that day, I realized the overwhelming amount of feelings that I had about what I was witnessing...
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Recognizing the significance of our ‘Air Force Family’
March 28, 2019
— How many times have you used the phrase “Air Force Family”? I’ve used it a lot, but until recently, I’ve always related it to the fact that we spend more time with the people we work with than with those we live with. However, two significant events happened this month that really made me re-think what the phrase “Air Force Family” means to me...
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Respect for our civilian Airmen
March 25, 2019
— Customs and courtesies are integral components of navigating a military organization. They aid in promoting dignity and respect among the grades/ranks. With our civilian counterparts, we sometimes forget to extend the appropriate customs and courtesies because they do not wear their grade/rank on their shoulders or collars...
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JB Charleston helps vintage B-25 back on its ‘feet’
March 22, 2019
— In early January, Robert Simmons, deputy director at Patriots Point Museum Services Department, contacted me to ask if I knew of any individuals or companies that could replace the tires on their B-25. My response was, “wow, I am not sure I know anyone qualified on B-25s.” I told him I would make a few phone calls and get back with him later that day. My first stop was the 437th Maintenance Squadron’s Aero Repair/Wheel and Tire Shop. I thought, well, they change tires on C-17s, so maybe they could help. I made contact with John Speaks and Master Sgt. Ron Williams, who both thought this was something they could do—and more importantly, wanted to do. I then contacted Col. Mark Harris, 437th Maintenance Group commander, and Norm Moore, the 437th MXG deputy commander, to see if this was something the Air Force would allow us to do. After verifying some details, they agreed that yes, members assigned to 437 MXG could support Patriots Point, but they had to do it on a volunteer basis, much the same as other members did a couple years ago when they repaired damage to the F-4 on display at the Citadel. ...
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Another CAT Resource: Conflict Resolution
March 14, 2019
— Is your co-worker getting on your nerves? Do you come to work each day hoping for an assignment just to get away from them? If so, it sounds like you may be experiencing a workplace conflict. According to the Air Force Negotiation Center, when managed properly, conflict can result in innovation, increased performance, team building and increased self-esteem. Conversely, without conflict, organizations are at risk for remaining stagnant and failing to reach their highest potential. In other words, conflict is not always a bad thing...
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Leadership in an Airman's eyes
March 4, 2019
— I am coming up on two and a half years in the military. I have achieved many things in this short amount of time but have yet to supervise my own troops, something I am really looking forward to. When asked to write a commentary about leadership, I geared my thinking towards leadership qualities I have seen or learned rather than skills I have had to implement with a troop...
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Resolutions vs setting SMART goals
February 11, 2019
— Each year, millions of people make resolutions…and each year, millions of people fail to keep them. The most common New Year’s resolutions are quitting smoking, dieting and working out. People wake up on the morning of Jan. 1, very determined to make these important changes. However, the longevity is shockingly brief...
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Check yourself! Are you in compliance?
February 8, 2019
— Check yourself! Are you in compliance? It is a new day in the Air Force; at least as it relates to bullying and hazing harassment toward military personnel. Effective Feb. 1, 2019, the Air Force will implement its new harassment prevention and response policy. This policy was directed by the Department of Defense’s issuance of DOD Instruction 1020.03, Harassment Prevention and Response in the Armed Forces, dated Feb. 8, 2018...
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