Air Force Academy Class of 2015 Reports for Duty

On Thursday, June 23rd, the Class of 2015 reported for duty at the United States Air Force Academy. After a short warm welcome, they received a very different welcome from the upperclassmen as they began their careers as Air Force cadets.  This summer I am privileged to teach a class on the Honor Code to the basics in Jack's Valley, the cadet field encampment area. Check out the video below to see what the first day was like for the Class of 2015.

[My thanks to the USAFA Association of Graduates for this video]

Lightning Never Strikes Twice or Does It?

The saying goes, "Lightning never strikes twice!"  But can it?  An amazing video has gone viral on YouTube.  This security camera video shows lightning striking the same person twice!  Is it real or fake?  You decide.  Check out this incredible video.

[My thanks to Tom Nick for forwarding this video]

10 Year Old Singer Wins America's Heart

Once again, "America's Got Talent" hit a home run! Last summer, Jackie Evancho, a cute little 10 year old from Pittsburgh, appeared on the show and won the hearts of the nation with her beautiful, pure operatic voice.  The audience watched as a petite, little ten year old girl walked onto the stage.  But when she began to sing, they were treated to a voice that was pure and strong.  It was not the voice of a 10 year old, but the voice of a talented, mature opera singer.  Turn your computer volume all the way up and enjoy this video.

Humor: Martin Short's Farewell to Osama

Recently, Martin Short appeared on the David Letterman show and sang a humorous farewell to Osama bin Laden that he composed from Elton John's "Candle In the Wind".  Check it out.

[My thanks to Steve Clark for forwarding this video]

A Tribute to Dad

This month marks 25 years since the passing of my father following a heart attack. It was one month prior to his 60th birthday. My father was smart, disciplined, principled, hard working, funny and kind. In my adult years we became best friends. To this day I miss his counsel, strength, humor, kindness, love and friendship. Below, is my video tribute to him.  Be sure to turn up your computer volume as this tribute is not complete without the background music.