A flight medic, 9/11 first responder firefighter, and an EMT - one would have to agree that Army Sgt. Jodie Lemons has a passion to help people. From the very beginning, Lemons’ life seemed to have come with a road map. The compass would lead her to a life in the military. Read more...
In order for Sgt. 1st Class Samantha Goldenstein to successfully recondition from a major hip injury she first had to rediscover her drive and initiative. Read more...
Every household has a honey do list, and for retired Army Sgt. 1st Class Deon Carroll, taking out the trash turned into a gold mine. Read more...
“I don’t care if it’s medical, emotional. Please ask for help. Trust your instincts. You’re human.” It’s this passion that drives Los Angeles native Maj. Manuel Yanez to serve others. Read more...
Strong individuals often possess the ability to forge ahead in the face of adversity, adapt to change, and embrace their role on the team. By this measure, Staff. Sgt. Robert Green is not only a strong individual, but a Soldier who can be counted on to remain strong. Read more...
It is human nature to turn to role models for clues and lessons on how to navigate life’s challenges. Wounded, ill and injured Soldiers can benefit greatly during the recovery process with support and encouragement from role models they have had in their life. In some cases, as with Staff Sgt. John Henderson, assigned to the Fort Bliss Warrior Transition Battalion (WTB), that role model may even be from the distant past. Read more...
If you ever need motivation to overcome adversity or setbacks or want to strive to do better, former President Theodore Roosevelt said it best: “The credit belongs to the man in the arena.” It’s the same principle Retired Sgt. 1st Class Ricky Derring strives to live by every day. Read more...
Brain injuries have been called the “invisible injury” given that these type of traumatic injuries leave no visible damage or scars on the outside of the body. As with football players, Soldiers experiencing a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can sometimes go for months or years until the most severe symptoms of their TBI materialize. Read more...
