Stan R. Mitchell's Blog, page 88

There’s quite an interesting phenomenon going on with “Little Man, and the Dixon County War” in England. In short, it’s selling like crazy. I woke up on Friday, checked my sales like I do  every morning, and saw it had … Continue reading →

As my friends know, I’m fascinated with self defense and hand-to-hand training. It comes from my upbringing in a pretty-tough, inner city school. And since I graduated High School weighing 118 pounds and standing 5’4″ tall, it shouldn’t take much … Continue reading →

Talk about a shitty job. How would you like to be in Marine Gen. John Allen's shoes, err, boots? Allen, the chief U.S. and NATO commander in Afghanistan, got grilled by war-weary Congress members a couple weeks ago, yet somehow … Continue reading →

The Army awarded Silver Stars to twelve Rangers this week. The ArmyTimes wrote up their stories, so if you're in need of some inspiration, some real-life courage, or a good kick in the pants to get up and do something … Continue reading →

I love stories of people who've defied impossible odds. It's these stories — improbable though they are, and nearly impossible to repeat — that have kept me going in some really dark times throughout my life. Especially after my divorce, … Continue reading →

This story today — U.S. to Expand Security Role in Pacific Region — reminded me that I've been meaning to say for the past few months that I think a discussion is way overdue about our future security plans as … Continue reading →

Danah and I watched the Hunger Games tonight and it absolutely rocked. I think it even held its own with the book, which also rocked. So often movies fall short of the book, but I think this one held its … Continue reading →

I'd heard about the new kinder/gentler Marine ads that would be coming out, and I have to say I was worried. But, after watching this one at the Marine Times, I'm no longer concerned. If that qualifies as a kinder/gentler … Continue reading →

Everyone is talking about the tragic death of Trayvon Martin, including the President himself. And Newt Gingrich is talking about the President talking about Trayvon, calling the comments "disgraceful." But, I'm getting off the point, which is the Florida law … Continue reading →

The MarineTimes announced last week something I hadn't pondered in quite a few years. Namely, that as Army and Marine ground troops begin to exit the Afghan theater, our air support will continue for Afghan forces. This should have been … Continue reading →