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The Lion of Fallujah

The Lion of Fallujah

Douglas Zembiec was, when measured by any standard, a great American. His creed was one of the many things he left behind; Be a man of principle. Fight for what you believe in. Keep your word. Live with integrity. Be brave. Believe in something bigger than yourself. Serve your country. Teach. Mentor. Give something back … Continue reading

Navy Advancement Exam Study Plan

Navy Advancement Exam Study Plan

Procrastination. For all too long this one word, this state of being, has been my bugaboo. I know it’s a bad habit, but I feel this inexplicable sense of pride in my ability to pull it all off.  It’s an art really, no big deal. Unfortunately for me, and the many like me, results don’t favor our … Continue reading

The Guy vs. That Guy

The Guy vs. That Guy

Such a big difference for two “Guys” that share roughly the same name. Since I can remember, I’ve been told to not be “That Guy” and watched in awe of his more enlightened counterpart. Each year they find themselves at opposite ends of the bell curve when rankings fall out. To “That Guy” this may … Continue reading

Confessions and Disclaimers

First things first. I need to start this off with full disclosure; Some, I’m sure, will say I’m in no position to be writing a blog about the “fast track” to the top, or tips for raising your advancement test score. And it may seem, to the short-sighted, that they are right. It took me damn … Continue reading