Commentaries

Give yourself a wake-up call
December 14, 2010 — The Air Force is very good about giving Airmen wake-up calls. Perhaps it's a failed physical fitness test or not receiving an award or school nomination because you didn't complete the appropriate level of professional military education. These wake-up calls generally begin with a verbal warning, then progress to written until the next thing you... MORE

ASLAC … what we provide to the warfighter
December 14, 2010 — When the National Command Authority needed combat power during Operation Iraqi Freedom, it called upon the Army Strategic Logistics Activity Charleston. Joint Base Charleston supports a national strategic asset sitting tucked away at the north end of the Weapons Station quietly going about its' mission seemingly unnoticed.In 1993, the Deputy... MORE

Challenging oneself is only half the battle
December 7, 2010 — "Tis' the season to be jolly" makes for a great song, but I am pretty sure those lyrics didn't mean that all the jolliness needs to go straight to your waistline or hips.Throughout this holiday season we will be faced with great smells and foods that will make our mouths water. But be careful not to take on too many extra helpings, because at the... MORE

Diamond Tip
December 7, 2010 — Taking care of our familyThe holiday season is here, and this is a great time to slow down and appreciate the things in our lives. We are always busy with work and other things in our everyday lives, but during this holiday season please slow down and give some time back to your family. Our families have suffered and sacrificed for us to serve our... MORE

‘Ate Up’
December 7, 2010 — How often have you heard of the term "Ate up" to describe an individual who is a little involved with the military way of life. You may have even used it yourself from time to time and quite often this term has been connected to a negative connotation. But is it? Is being "Ate up" a bad thing? We are part of a profession in which only 9 percent of... MORE

Lt. Col. Trevor Whitehill, 628th Comptroller Squadron commander

Career Assistance Tip
December 7, 2010 — Have you looked at your Leave and Earning Statements lately and saw what retirement plan you have? If you have less than years in the military, your LES will say "Choice."If you have served more than 15 years, you will have already made your decision on which retirement plan to except. For those who do not know what "choice" means, let me... MORE

MCPON sends 2010 Holiday message to the fleet
December 7, 2010 — Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON)(SS/SW) Rick D. West released the following Holiday message to the fleet Dec. 1:"Shipmates and Navy Families,In anticipation of the holiday season, I would like to take a few minutes to wish you 'happy holidays' and to thank you and our Navy families for the outstanding service and support that you... MORE

Who are you thankful for this year?
December 1, 2010 — I hope all of you had a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving last week. As I stared at my blank computer screen wondering what I was going to say in this article, my mind started to wander over the last 11 years of my career and about all the people who have taught or helped me on my path. I can't help but to be thankful for each and every one of them... MORE

Diamond Tip
December 1, 2010 — Physical FitnessLike everything, running takes commitment, and with the recent changes to the physical fitness test, you will have to dedicate more time and energy to ensure you are ready. With a few exceptions, most of us hate running. It's painful. It is hard work. You have to put seemingly "more important" things aside to get that hour on the... MORE

Career assistance tip: Benefits Fact Sheet
November 30, 2010 — How many of you have heard of or seen the Air Force Benefits Fact Sheet? Do you know when you are supposed to see this document? Do you know where you can find a copy of this document? And do you know what information is in this document? Well, the following information will help answer those questions.The Air Force Benefits Fact Sheet is reviewed... MORE