On August 15, 2021 the free world received an excruciating gut punch when poor leadership opened the door to evil in Afghanistan.

The stratosphere is heavy laden with these little black bombs, poised to hit us at just the right time. Are we ready?

I’m a believer in Godwinks, TAPS magic, and unlikely earthly angels. I’ve had several earthly angels throughout my life.

From the time I was a tiny kid, my mind was frequently plagued by the fear of death. Trauma runs deep and it’s ok to be afraid.

My dad was murdered on March 27 1976. That was 45 years ago. March 27, his “angelversary” falls on a Saturday this year; it’s ironically...

Originally published on the TAPS Website on 6/19/2016. 31 January 1974 At about 8:30 AM Burr Johnson III stood next to his sweet wife,...

One of the most painful parts of grief is facing a string of tomorrows without your loved one. Whether you lost the love of your life last m

Originally published on the TAPS Website on 2/13/2016. March 27 is Easter Sunday this year. To many it’s a day to reflect on the life of...