In the past decade, almost 55,000 US troops were killed or wounded by war in Iraq and Afghanistan. On this Memorial Day, I’m thinking about how we can best serve our fallen brothers and sisters BEYOND the BATTLEFIELD…
May
28
2012
28
2012
May
27
2012
27
2012
Chicago Honors the Fallen – Memorial Day 2012
Chicago’s Memorial Day speakers offer some advice we all should remember… (Post 1 of 2 – Memorial Day 2012)
Sep
12
2011
12
2011
After 9/11/11 – Calling on Our Better Angels
A day after the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks – how should we move forward?
Jul
4
2011
4
2011
Heroes & History – Truth vs. Myth
When war stories find their place in history, is the truth good enough? Lessons learned from the Afghanistan movie “Restrepo” and the Declaration of Independence.
May
30
2011
30
2011
Memorial Day: Remembering the Price of Progress
Memorial Day and the Afghan War. As we remember the fallen, consider a recent case that deserves more attention than it received. The lesson? Progress is evident – but ultimately requires more than superior fire-power.
Apr
5
2011
5
2011
Healing “Hidden” Wounds of War – You Can Help
I’m just one of nearly 2 million U.S. military personnel who’ve served in Afghanistan and Iraq since 2001. The vast majority of us return home, alive and intact. But among those of us who do, too many suffer serious “invisible” wounds that threaten to take lives back on the home front. One of those who [...]
Mar
17
2011
17
2011
After the Earthquake – Shock, Awe & Burning Questions
Last year, we watched Haiti suffer. This year, events in Japan have rocked the world. Events beyond our control can be terrifying – and yet they can bring us closer together.
Jan
3
2011
3
2011
To Be or Not to Be? Why Suicide is Never the Answer
The New Year can bring a wave of depression – and suicide. But for those who feel overwhelmed by loss, despair or loneliness – there’s a better answer.
Oct
10
2010
10
2010
The Power of 10-10-10
It’s October 10, 2010. The 10th year of the Afghan war just began. How about a “10-10-10″ challenge? With only 10 minutes of your time, you can build awareness and support for our military, and the people they protect at home and abroad…
Sep
11
2010
11
2010
9/11/2010: Losing Our Innocence All Over Again
On the eve of the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, it’s time for a reality check. What do we stand to lose if we lose our focus with all of today’s media distractions?
