This was my entry to an essay contest prior to my class trip to Washington D.C. The winner would get to lay the wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. I don’t remember how many people entered, I just know that I was floored (but pretending not to be, because, come on. I was […]
For Veteran’s, panic attacks, anxiety attacks, and more are especially debilitating. While we get through it, it’s important to have an idea what is going on. First off, you’re not crazy, and there is more than likely nothing physically “wrong” with you. You’re just as f’ed up as the rest of us. That’s not to […]
Editor’s note: From Tumblr to trauma blogs, this story has definitely made an impact all over the internet. It’s touched hearts spanning several generations, including our Veterans — I had read this story on another site advocating against Veteran suicide, and it blew me away. I contacted the author and was shocked at how fast I […]
Best Fit Movers is not a “moving” company. Best Fit Movers is an unprofessional organization that thrives off of creating chaos, and then charging you to fix the very chaos that they created. Avoid Best Fit Movers at all costs. This review describes the events that occurred on 5/30-5/31 2025, during a local Orange County […]
How many people does it take to change a light bulb? It’s a joke that has roots dating back to the 1960’s. It was generally used to insult the intelligence of people in a humorous manner. It also started out as a way to ease tensions between two parties. For example: Q. How many Polacks does […]
It’s no surprise to Veterans that around Holidays, some days are more difficult than others. We get it. Civilians, we know you have PTSD too. While this is from a Veterans perspective, we hope it translates properly for you as well. First, understand and agree, that you are not alone. Let’s take a look at […]
Watching the HBO Series and confused by Generation Kill Military Terms, it’s a good show and is quite accurate. Maybe it has been a while since active duty and your memory has faded? Maybe you’re a civilian that wants to understand the terms? Here is a list of some the military terms used in the […]
Abraham Lincoln was quoted as saying “Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” I think Lincoln means that we can be more effective when we are prepared. In other words, you can increase your personal productivity by taking the time to develop a […]
If you suddenly realize that in real life, you have a smaller circle of friends than you thought and you are trying to figure out how to fix it. Or, if you have acquaintances that don’t really seem to want to hang out with you. Or, if you’ve pretty much isolated yourself for so long […]
For our non-military friends out there, this may or may not help you understand Veterans that served our Country. As America First Patriots, we also understand real life decisions that did not allow you to serve. We all thank you for being Patriots worth fighting for. Ultimately, the decision to join the military is a highly personal one. As […]