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  • U.S. Navy Seaman Twanna Burke captures a moment with her daughter, Kedesha Pennant, left, and niece, Kim Huggins, after her recruit training graduation May 2, 1994, at U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command Orlando, Fla. Burke joined the Navy to escape her adversity and provide a better life for herself and her daughter. (Courtesy photo)

    Passing the torch

    Twanna Burke was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and moved to New York with her family when she was 11. Burke became a single mother at 21, and still managed to attend school at Lehman College in Bronx, N.Y. She also worked three part-time jobs, but it wasn't enough to make ends meet. Growing tired of struggling, she decided to take a risk for a chance

  • Five reasons to not drink and drive

    Even though there are many reasons to not drink and drive, here are fivethings to keep in mind before getting behind the wheel.1. You have options if your plans fall through. You can always call a taxi, a wingman or use the Dyess against Drunk Drivingprogram. If worst comes to worst, use your chain of command.2. While getting behind the wheel after

  • Bloom where you are planted

    As spring is upon us and this is a time for new growth, I thought I would share my perspective on how to have a successful career based on mentorship I received both as a child and a military officer. This will not be the end all-be all guidance, but it might just give you a glimpse into a new way of thinking.I grew up as a military kid, the son of

  • The good old days

    Throughout my career I have heard the expression, "I sure miss the good old days!" This was a typical response for whenever someone was asked to do something that required a lot of work or they lacked the money to buy something for their unit. Now that I am older and have been around awhile, I can truly say I don't miss, "The good old days." Those

  • It’s not about the Bag!

    And there I was, cruising along minding my own business after a good workout, feeling pretty good about myself, thinking about the day's events, and that's when it happened, "Hey Chief, come over here for a minute". I initially thought he was talking to someone else, but as I looked around it was only him and I. I started over and as I approached

  • Core Values

    Integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do are the United States Air Force's core values. They are not just words, they are the standard. We volunteered to serve our country and should remember that our individual actions define not just us but also the Air Force. I hear Airmen say they are on duty 24/7, and that is true.

  • Love your heart: know your numbers

    Heart disease is a condition that causes coronary artery disease. Most people with heart disease have experienced a heart attack, angina, heart failure, irregular heart rate and/or irregular heartbeats. Unfortunately, all ages can be affected by it. Heart disease causes one out of four deaths in the United States, and it is the leading cause of

  • Thank you!

    As I approach my retirement ceremony, I just want to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Team Dyess for their sacrifice, dedication, professionalism and service to country. I have been blessed with an amazing 20-year career, primarily because I have had the opportunity to serve with tremendous Airmen and Department of Defense civilians

  • Don’t stress over Force Management

    The last time I had a chance to write one of these articles I focused on stress management and this time I thought about writing about the importance of honest and timely feedback. While feedback is important, I changed my mind when I saw how stressed a lot of my Airmen were with all of the new Force Management programs and thought readdressing the

  • Be comfortable with being uncomfortable

    Throughout my career I have always loved to work out; I've run, swam, biked, crossfitted and climbed. One aspect I have always found to be true was, to get better, to get competitive, at any of these events it takes focused training. Training that pushes you past the level of comfort. In fact, to improve I have always found it essential to become
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