Just Keep Swimming
[Source] Yeah, I’m going there. The Dora/Finding Nemo approach to this whole situation, although that wasn’t my first analogy. I started thinking about sharks, and that thought that they can’t stop swimming, or else they’ll die. Discovery, the lovely purveyors…
An Exercise in Patience
The “Hurry Up and Wait” phrase is a bit of a cliche in the military, but sadly, there’s so much truth to it. That’s where I am right now, with my future in a holding pattern, waiting to hear where…
Aunie’s ANG Student Flight
Are you awaiting your ship date for BMT? Perhaps your unit has a Development and Training Flight (D&TF) or a Student Flight that you can participate in, not only for networking purposes but to prepare you for BMT. I didn’t…
3 Years = Meritorious Service
Third time’s a charm! Well, it’s a medal anyway. [Source] Today is the third anniversary of my enlistment in the Air Force Reserve – my Air Force birthday! It means an increase of $15.20 for each drill weekend. Seems like…
17 Jan 14 Uniform Updates!
Future Airman Aunie of Authorized? Yes. Smart? Debatable. [Source] This is a biggie, folks! I don’t expect BMT to start issuing you black socks for PT gear, but it’s nice to know that you have that option now for the…
Palace Chase – AD to ANG
“Force Shaping” is a dirty little pair of words in the Air Force. If you haven’t heard it before, it’s the nicely worded phrase for “someone’s going to get fired.” Well, maybe that’s a little extreme, but it’s the term…
Postpartum PT, Round Two!
Aiming high and making a comeback! Was that too much of a tip-off about the subject of this post? Oh well, if you’ve been following me on my The FAC staff won’t tell you your total score. You sign off…
Enlisted on FOX
Source: Enlisted on FOX When the promotions team from the new FOX show Enlisted reached out to me to check out their new show, I jumped at the opportunity. I’d seen a preview or two on the TV, and had…
Mind Tricks and Running Tips
Source: J. Boone Pooler Photography Not everyone enlists in the military with a background in running or a passion for running. I know I didn’t. I couldn’t run a solid mile when I first started. The reality is, running is…
Resolution: Fit For Duty
Happy New Year! Three years ago, I made the decisions to contact a recruiter and begin the process to serve my country. I made January 1st my suspense date, and held myself accountable. Perhaps you’re in that same position this…
