“I would like to see someone proud of the place in which they live. I would also like to see that someone live so that the place will be proud of them.” – Abraham Lincoln (adaptation)
We must come together…we must compromise…we must keep this beautiful Nation intact, strong, fearless and magnificent.
“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth” – Muhammad Ali
The old expression of, “If you give you shall receive” is so true. I can assure you that when you can make a positive effect on others, the personal joy you will have is life changing.
read more“Your legacy is not what you do FOR people; it’s what you leave WITH people.”– Peter Strople
My reflection about this past decade is that I would not change a thing, as each one of you are helping to create this great company, as well as enhancing an individual legacy to be proud of. Of course, the awards are there because of your professional acumen and commitment to mission excellence.
read more“Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish.”– John Quincy Adams
What John Quincy Adams said is true, whether it is a personal quest or a corporate vison, when one has the patience and perseverance to see it to through to the end…magical things do happen…
read more“Grab your coat and get your hat, leave your worries on the doorstep. Just direct your feet to the Sunnyside of the Street.” – Dorothy Fields
The essence of the song is to see the world as a wonderful place where each of us can contribute in our own way and be respected, happy, and thankful for our existence.
read more“The noblest question in the world is: What good may I do in it?” — Ben Franklin
I am not sure we wake up in the morning and say, “What good can I do for the world today?” I certainly don’t. I’m usually hoping someone doesn’t talk to me until I at least get a cup of coffee.
read more“I learned to multi-task, prioritize, and operate fearlessly at the Naval Academy and those principles have been the beacons of my entire life…a life I never dreamed of.” – Mike Yeager, Naval Academy Distinguished Graduate, Class of 1976
read more“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” – Teddy Roosevelt
We are all here on this earth for just a brief shining moment. What we do with that time is up to us and quite frankly, will only really be known and appreciated by our families, our co-workers, and those that we touch daily. In fact, two generations from now most people will not even remember our names.
read more“By three methods we may learn wisdom. First, by reflection, which is noblest. Second, by imitation, which is easiest and third by experience which is bitterest.”– Confucius
Of course, every day is a learning experience and if we follow Confucius’ tenets we should always be increasing our Wisdom, which is the quality of having experience, knowledge, and…
read more“Live with passion, and give your gift.”
Passion is the driver but your gift is yourself. Nobody has what you have to give…so start with that. As with many of my brother and sister veterans here…I’m passionate about three things: the privilege of being able to continue to serve our country, the pursuit of leading a better life, and the opportunity to protect America.
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