Military Resilience

Crises Happen... Will You Be Ready? Crises affect people on many different levels, including psychological well-being. The 2004/2009 tsunamis, hurricanes Rita and Katrina, wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are among events continuing to affect millions of lives daily. Potential events like Avian and Swine Flu pandemics, global warming/climate change and threats of spreading unrest in the Middle East are concerns weighing heavily on all. Planning and coordination are important components of responses to crises, disasters, and critical incidents. Resilience, recovery from crises, community ...

Echoes of the American War in Afghanistan transports readers into a world shaped by the intense human stories behind a 20-year conflict. This powerful novel follows Mariam and Tariq, two young Afghans whose paths cross amid war and whose lives are forever bound by courage and resilience. As the country endures political upheaval and relentless violence, they navigate a world torn apart, confronting loss and finding strength in places they least expect. Mariam, uprooted from Kabul, faces the challenge of adapting to life as a refugee in the United States, torn between her love for her ...

About Face is a memoir about my humble beginnings, serving in the Army and Army National Guard for 36 Years. The memoir is about life, being resilient, and success. I hope this memoir inspires, empowers and encourages people of all walks of life to serve.