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  • Exemplifying excellence

    As Airmen, we have heard the saying "Excellence in all we do" since the day we were greeted so pleasantly by our training instructors. We have followed and embraced this important aspect in our military careers. However, it is imperative we take this very principle to heart and make it a way of

  • Exemplifying excellence

    As Airmen, we have heard the saying "Excellence in all we do" since the day we were greeted so pleasantly by our training instructors. We have followed and embraced this important aspect in our military careers. However, it is imperative we take this very principle to heart and make it a way of

  • What's the difference between us and them?

    Just after the start of the new year in 2003, I went to Air Force Basic Training. Six weeks later, that memorable experience was followed by technical school. During those two periods, there was no distinction between me and every other Airman in my flight. I did my morning cleaning details with