Meeting Super Soldiers

I've spent the previous three months working with airmen at Air Force bases. Now I'm living and working with soldiers. Not just any soldiers. These are what the public usually thinks of super soldiers. So, I was lost. Driving around trying to find the unit where I was to give a presentation. Finally I pulled over, stopped the car as I saw a passing soldier. Turned out he was a Special Forces Private First Class. When I got out of the car, he stopped immediately, smiled and gave that look, you know, that says, "how can I help you." And he did. Pointing me directly to where I was to go and meeting me along the way. I gave him the credit and thanked him. This was Special Forces, ya'll. The super soldier who turned out to be just a regular guy; friendly as all get out; and willing to help a lost soul. How great is that? You should be proud of our folks in uniform, serving you and our country. Dr. D.

New Opportunities Every Day

Each day is a new opportunity. Think of that in our own lives, not in terms of working with military members and their families. Think of everyday that we take for granted. We forget to love, to hug, to thank. When was the last time everybody in a family thanked those who bring in the cash that makes it possible to buy the things we need and want? When was the last time we thanked a Mom for taking care of the kids or a Dad for doing the same? Each day is a new opportunity. So, today was full of great conversations with old friends, counseling associates, office persons around the installation, and great soldiers. What could be better than that? I got lost learning my way around. I just couldn't tell which way I was going and would find myself back to where I started! Go figure? Take advantage of this day, it's your chance. Dr. D.

What a Day!

It was a cool morning in North Carolina compared to the past month I spent in Hot Texas, I guess some do like it hot. It stayed that way even though it did surpass 90 degrees. What made it a "cool" day was the people I met and the soldier I helped and the conversations I had. All to do my part to help our soldiers and their families in their times of deepest distress. The inspiring home of the Airborne looks like many other military installations. That is not what makes it special. It is the people and families that make up the most rugged, courageous soldiers one could ever meet. Right in the center of the installation is the magnificent statue of Iron Mike, the infantryman's monument, much like the one outside the Infantry Center at Ft Benning, Georgia. It will inspire you, trust me. After so many years with the US Army, it still inspires me. Be impressed. Dr. D.

Touching Lives Touching You

I was wondering as I drove the 2 hours back to Ft Bragg today. It was hot outside and I was leaving family behind. It was Father's Day. It was one of those moments where you are disappointed to leave and yet your mission is before you. But I am here touching lives at the home of the Airborne, the Rangers, the Special Forces and I'm touching you through this medium. We're connected. And we're beginning another mission touching the lives of our military members and their families. It is an awesome mission. And we're doing it together. We have a mutual mission as you think about the tasks of our military members and their families. Pray for them. Pray for me. I'll pray for you, too. Dr. D.