Author Archives: CJ

14 Sep

Executive Disrespect

I got an email the other day that absolutely torqued my hide. I’m usually one that takes such political emails with a grain of salt, but the truth is that a picture speaks a thousand words. So, I don’t need … Continue reading

Posted in Barack Obama | Tagged , , , , | 18 Comments | 1,732 views
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12 Sep

Feeding Freedom II

One of our First Sergeants did what many 1SGs didn’t do when Outback Steakhouse and Carraba’s was feeding troops on main FOBs. Unfortunately, many troops aren’t on the FOBs and are busy taking the fight to the enemy where they … Continue reading

Posted in Afghanistan, Military | Tagged , , | 8 Comments | 2,697 views
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11 Sep

Operation Feeding Freedom

Outback Steakhouse was here today to provide delicious tastes from home to the troops on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11. Soldiers were lined up at every dining facility to get a taste of the first real steak many of them … Continue reading

Posted in Afghanistan | Tagged , , , , , , , | 16 Comments | 1,107 views
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11 Sep

The Anniversary

The enemy wasted no time ushering in the 10th Anniversary to 9/11 with a rocket attack last night. Thankfully, no one was injured and no damage done, but we did get to spend some quality bonding time in the bunkers. … Continue reading

Posted in Afghanistan | Tagged , | 7 Comments | 197 views
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9 Sep

Afghan Dust Devils

Dust devils are common here in Afghanistan. I caught this one moving its way through Kandahar Airfield. It seems to reach all the way to heaven, unlike most dust devils here that just a few stories high. When they come … Continue reading

Posted in Afghanistan | Tagged , | 7 Comments | 298 views
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7 Sep

The Unspoken Reality

Hi, everyone. I haven’t forgotten about you. I’ve been busy here in Afghanistan and focused more on my personal blogs, but wanted to give everyone a quick update. Additionally, I want to write something that’s been bouncing around in my … Continue reading

Posted in Afghanistan, Military, PTSD | Tagged , | 26 Comments | 915 views
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7 Jul

Rules are Rules

This will be my last post before I arrive in Afghanistan where I will be required to wear a bright yellow reflective belt during hours of darkness on the FOB (forward operating base). I wanted to leave you with another … Continue reading

Posted in Disasters | 25 Comments | 598 views
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20 Jun

IRS Desperation

Late last year we got notice from the IRS that we owed back taxes for the 2008 tax year of more than $1400. The number comes from money I take in from blogging and my weekly show. However, I intentionally … Continue reading

Posted in Taxes | Tagged , , | 28 Comments | 848 views
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8 Jun

The Escort Challenge

FA guys, delete this if it’s the wrong forum. A good friend of mine asked if I could help “rally the troops” with publicity to organize all riders in the Southern California area to make the largest motorcycle escort ever … Continue reading

Posted in Military, Support the Troops, Vietnam War | Tagged , | 8 Comments | 299 views
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7 Jun

Delta Charges Returning Vets For Bags

Yeah, this video needs to be shared far and wide!

Posted in Anti-military, Military, Support the Troops | Tagged , , | 9 Comments | 350 views
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