“The first time I saw (Colin) Kaepernick taking a knee, I wasn’t offended by it. I felt like he was practicing his freedom of speech. As a soldier that’s one of the things you protect, someone’s right to protest. “I think that symbols like the … Continue readingSoldier fights to protect the right to protest
“I’ve never been arrested, but I was put in cuffs one time. I was by myself at a park that was closed, and I was just sitting in my car. I didn’t feel like I was being profiled, but the cops must have figured I … Continue readingPolice reacting effectively to stress is key
“I just finished my term in the military. I was in the Army for four years, but I got hurt on a convoy. “It happened at a training facility in California. I was riding in the back of this really big truck, about 10 feet … Continue readingHe’s still recovering from freak Army accident
“After my son was born, we drove to Colorado a week later and moved into our house. Things were happening so fast, it’s taken a while to get used to it all. “Being a new mom, you quickly realize that a lot of things change … Continue readingShe’s adjusting to a more structured lifestyle
“I was in the Army, active duty in the First Cavalry Division out of Fort Hood, Texas, for five years. I did two tours over in Iraq as a Bradley Fighting Vehicle weapons specialist. “I saw plenty of action. Lots of bad stuff when you’re … Continue readingArmy veteran learns the real thing is much different
(Left) “When school starts I’m planning to unenroll so I can enroll in my GED classes. I didn’t drop out. I want my high school diploma, but it’s just taking too long. I want to hurry up and get my degree so I can get … Continue readingSisters choose different post-high school paths
“Both of my older boys are joining the military this summer. The one in college is going into the Reserve and the other one is going into the Army for a three-year term. “I guess I feel more at ease about my son going into … Continue readingMom supports sons’ decisions to join military
“I did security in the military for 14 years with the Army infantry and spent time in Iraq, Germany and Korea. “When we were stationed in Iraq, we helped to allow the country’s very first presidential elections. Even though the elections were open to the … Continue readingProud of role in Iraq’s first presidential election
“We’ve been married 60 years. This is my first bride.” “And last.” “I was 21 and she was 15. I believe in robbing the cradle. “On my 21st birthday, I got a summons to come to the Army. I was going with her at the … Continue readingGroundhog Day marriage still going strong