Coming out of Spring Break, 2022, I felt compelled to write this prayer. It may not apply to your Plebe (or your former Plebe), but rest assured it describes more than one in any class. If it's in your wheelhouse, please join me. PRAYER FOR A PLEBE Eternal Father, strong to save ... Today we … Continue reading Prayer for a Plebe

So the Mids are on Spring Break and that's usually associated with fun, sun, and not having a care in the world, we recently received a stark reminder that bad news lurks just about everywhere. Last week came news that five West Point cadets had overdosed on cocaine laced with fentanyl, leading to one arrest. … Continue reading A somber note as Spring Break begins

The Ides of March are upon us but, let's be honest, USNA doesn't really acknowledge the old Roman calendar. That being said, the middle of March is the epicenter for two big spots on the academic year calendar. While we didn't do anything elaborate during our Mid's Spring Breaks, we did try to have some … Continue reading Straight ahead: Spring Break but first, Plebes’ major decision

So much of your life changes once your child enters a military academy (or, frankly, enlists). Your life begins to sync with the academy's calendar - when is Herndon? What time does [insert event here] begin? Are parents allowed/encouraged to attend [insert another event here]? Do the Mids have liberty this weekend or is everyone … Continue reading Ukraine and what some people don’t understand

I love the Army-Navy game. Who doesn't? Unparalleled in tradition and pageantry, it's truly America's Game. I love that it's practically the only sporting event happening that day and that TV usually goes out of its way to provide a glimpse into the world of the Cadets and Midshipmen. Of course, one of the highlights … Continue reading Earning that star