Commentary

The New Year provides an opportunity to reflect on past achievements and
focus our priorities in 2013. The 86th Airlift Wing and Team Ramstein
had a monumental year in 2012.

February brings to mind relationships and love. But how do we know
what qualifies as love or a relationship? To find out, ask yourself these questions:

Just a few weeks ago, champagne glasses were toasting the close of 2012
and the beginning of a brand new year. This fresh start was the perfect
time to reflect on the past and resolve to do better in 2013.

When we were kids, we thought we could grow up to be anyone we wanted.
We were also told we could achieve anything if we put our minds to it.
Unfortunately, most of us weren

I would like to have a few moments of your time to tell you something of
great concern to me. I have had the privilege of serving in the Air
Force for 35 years and there is nothing more important to me as your
commander than your safety and your welfare.

Some folks say they would like a peaceful and stress-free life where
everything comes together as planned. No surprises and no uncertainty
would be just fine. Not having any responsibility or having to face any
consequences would be OK, too.

I have heard numerous individuals say, “I checked that box.” Occasionally, this is said after completing a task for a small amount of time. In other words, just enough time to take credit and then leave the follow through for someone else.