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  • Searching For Significance

    As a young man I remember seeing a book titled "The Search for Significance." Although I never read the book, I still remember the title more than 20 years later.It speaks to the need of every person to be "significant." The Bible references this when it talks about God putting "eternity" into the

  • Key Spouse is here to stay

    Two years ago, it was determined that there was a need for a Key Spouse Program to help commanders and first sergeants provide assistance to loved ones left behind during deployments. The Family Readiness office manages the program and provides training and recourses.In addition, Key Spouses work

  • Our Shared Experiences

    First, let me say I am honored to serve you and your families as your new 908th Airlift Wing Command Chief. After the initial shock wore off I began to ask myself, "What first?" Well, that was easy; my first "official act" as your new Command Chief was to speak at July's Yellow Ribbon event in

  • Troop welfare is top priority

    Twenty-two years ago I walked into a recruiting office, raised my hand and started my military career. I wanted to serve my country, I wanted to fly in airplanes and I wanted to have a wide variety of jobs. Never in a million years did I think the journey would lead me to my home at the 908th and

  • 908th will always be home

    "My home's in Alabama, no matter where I lay my head" is a great lyric from a great song, by the great country group, Alabama, and it sums up how I feel as my tenure with the 908th comes to an end; for the 908th will always be where I call home, even though the time has come for another chapter in

  • A roadmap to forge ahead

    "I 'm certainly glad to be back in the 908th after returning from my extended deployment to the CENTCOM AOR in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. First of all, I'd like to thank all those who took the time to greet me at the airport when I returned to Montgomery. It was great to have such a warm

  • Association with active presents possibilities

    "In my final article on our support of Air Force priorities, I'll focus on how we are teaming with the active component (AC) to keep our combat capabilities flexible and relevant.AF Priority: Modernize our air and space organizations, training and equipment.USAFR Priority: Broaden Total Force

  • The Continuation of Excellence

    "Is anyone else surprised that we're nearing the end of 2010 already? Time flies when you're having fun! As we consider the upcoming year, let's take time to look back on the blessings of the one soon to pass. Many of us have had the opportunity to serve outside the gates, whether bringing aid and

  • Keep the spirit alive

    It's been four great years of hard work, long hours, and great relationships. Unfortunately, it's time to leave my temporary home at Maxwell Air Force Base and return to New Orleans, La.But before I do, I'd like to take a few moments to bid you all farewell. I'd like to thank Col. Shepherd (and of

  • My beliefs and expectations

    I am proud to serve you as your commander during Col. Clark's deployment. Together we can make this a smooth transition and this document will give you some insight into my principles and vision for where we are headed.The focus of the 908th Airlift Wing is to be "Ready...Always!" We directly