Commentaries - Page 67

Jan. 29, 2009
Wing Recognizes Peterson Airmen, Programs; Heading to SnoFest ‘09

One of the most rewarding and satisfying things I do as the 21st Space Wing commander is to recognize and congratulate superior performance and selfless acts, at the unit and individual level. I am blessed that our wing has many dedicated professionals and outstanding performers who are fulfilling
Jan. 27, 2009
Team Pete offers professional development resources

What exactly does the career assistance advisor do? What does the Professional Development Center provide? If you don't know the answer and/or haven't attended a course or seminar at the PDC, then you are missing out! The career assistance advisor provides information and education for the members
Jan. 21, 2009
General James visits, quarterly awards announced

Once again, outstanding job Knights of the 21st Space Wing! You truly outdid yourselves as we hosted our new 14th Air Force commander, Lt. Gen. Larry James and his wife, Susan this past Tuesday - both were very impressed with our Airmen and how we conduct our mission. Although it was only a one-day
Jan. 14, 2009
Back from Thule and ready for distinguished visits, happy Martin Luther King remembrance day

Last week, Chief Omdal and I returned from a great visit with the men and women of our Contracting Detachment at Copenhagen, Denmark; and the 821st Air Base Group (ABG) and 12th Space Warning Squadron (SWS) at Thule Air Base, Greenland. Up there at this time of year, it is perpetually dark with
Jan. 9, 2009
Excellence In All We Do

Over the last decade Lance Armstrong and Michael Phelps have risen to the pinnacle of their respective sports. Armstrong captured seven consecutive Tour de France titles while Michael Phelps captured 14 gold medals over the past two Olympics. Clearly, these two individuals embody the concept of
Jan. 7, 2009
Happy New Year; Now Let’s Get to Work

Happy New Year and welcome back from an enjoyable and safe holiday season. I want to personally thank each of you for keeping safe over the holiday season collectively we made it through without incident. Mollie and I hope each of you had an opportunity to spend quality time with family and friends
Dec. 23, 2008
Dr. Martin Luther King Birthday - Remember! Celebrate! Act!

"I have a dream, that one day this nation will rise up, live out the true meaning of its creed...that all men are created equal." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. There will be a ceremony from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 14 at the Peterson base chapel in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. This service will
Dec. 17, 2008
Happy Holidays and Season’s Greetings Team Peterson

Team Peterson, the holiday season is here, which goes along well with the chilly weather we have been experiencing over the last several days. The recent snow and cold weather really compliment the holidays. Bundle up, get out of the house, and enjoy the season. Mollie and I want to wish each and
Dec. 17, 2008
Compassion: Talk the talk, walk the walk

Webster's New Collegiate Dictionary defines "compassion" as "the sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it." Wow, a desire to alleviate it! Compassion should go one step further. It should do something instead of just desiring to do something. Compassion
Dec. 17, 2008
Peterson’s Chanukah celebration and the holiday in a nutshell

Have you ever wondered what Chanukah was all about? If you would like to find out, join the community and learn about this celebration. All of Team Pete is invited to the Chapel's front lawn at 5 p.m., Dec. 22 for a menorah lighting and celebration with food, games, information, and fellowship. A