Life is a journey, one step followed by another…
I’m pleased to announce that my debut novel, NEVER FORGET, is now published and available on Amazon. It’s a story of a veteran’s journey for redemption and forgiveness. NEVER FORGET is a work of fiction and is a multi-generational father,… Read moreNEVER FORGET – A Novel by Andy Adkins
Trivia Questions (Answers @ end) I don’t know about ya’ll, but at this time of year, two things always cause me to put my life in perspective. One is the Christmas season—a time for joy, a time for family &… Read more#182—Christmas Edition (2024)
I’m part of a group of volunteers, commonly known as “ERT.” UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) Early Response Teams are often called out soon after a disaster. In Florida, that’s usually a hurricane, flooding, or tornadoes—sometimes they’re all associated… Read more#181—Why Do I Keep Doing This?
Trivia Questions (Answers @ end) Back in my consulting days (1990–2015), I seem to recall a plethora of “lists” type articles. You know, lists like: Yeah, the lists went on and on. And they continue today. It was a trend… Read more#180—My Best (3) Days in the Navy
Trivia Questions (Answers @ end) We’ve been blessed with three grandsons—two from our son and one from our daughter (and their respective spouses, of course). For those with grandchildren, I know you know what it’s like to first hold that… Read more#179—Grandparenting – What a Great Gig!
This week’s blog post is a repeat from several years ago… one of my all-time favorites. I’m out with an ERT (Early Response Team) this week, continuing to help with hurricane cleanup. There’s so much work left to do, but… Read more#178 – Midrats
Each military branch of the United States has its own cultures, language, and traditions. In the Navy, the Chief Petty Officer serves a dual role as both a technical expert and as a leader; emphasis being more on leadership. There… Read moreNavy Friday Funny: Finished or Complete?
Wednesday, October 2. 0230. The blue digits on my 1980s-style bedside alarm clock tell me it’s too early. Go back to sleep. Let’s see. We visited and assessed the area on Monday. We know we’ve got at least three houses… Read more#177—A Force to be Reckoned With
Trivia Questions (Answers @ end) June 1977 Somewhere off the Coast of Southern California Dear Mom & Dad: Can you believe it? I’ll be home for good in less than a month. It seems like only yesterday that I joined… Read more#176—Dear Mom & Dad
Each military branch of the United States has its own cultures, language, and traditions. In the Navy, the Chief Petty Officer serves a dual role as both a technical expert and as a leader; emphasis being more on leadership. There… Read moreNavy Friday Funny – A Navy SEAL Walks into a Bar
Trivia Questions (Answers @ end) Photo: PACIFIC OCEAN (April 11, 2008) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) enjoy a clear night from the bow of the ship during a pause in flight operations. Lincoln… Read more#175—Night Shift