Night Runs
OP-ED

Night Runs

Of course, it’s silly to compare my little night runs to combat patrols, but I can’t help but feel that little spark, that faint jolt of electricity that I used to feel. This is one of the many rea...

MILITARYWhite Lies

White Lies

“Oh, nothing really. Just another dream about combat,” I mutter. I’d rather her believe that visions of hand grenades and final protective fires inspired the emotion than the soldier’s version of ...

OP-EDDeath Wish or Life Wish?

Death Wish or Life Wish?

“Deep in his heart, every man longs for a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue.” -John Eldridge I think Eldridge hit the nail on the head. Most men in, general, especially...

OP-EDService Beyond The Military: Conservation Legacy

Service Beyond The Military: Conservation Legacy

A few months ago, I found myself doing something I never anticipated: after six years of active duty, I left the Marine Corps infantry. Everyone I knew was shocked. Peers, friends, and leaders s...

NUTRITIONBrooke Changes The Game: Vegan Clap Back

Brooke Changes The Game: Vegan Clap Back

If you keep up with the ever changing diet trends, you’ve probably heard of the nutrition documentary The Game Changers. Through promoting vegan diets, particularly for active health-minded indivi...

OP-EDFeeding the Monkey

Feeding the Monkey

a monkey on (one's) back slang: A drug addiction. Did you hear? Pete checked himself into rehab to deal with the monkey on his back. A burden. This project is such a monkey on my back right now—I...