Wind Turbines and Highway Signs
There is a darker side to the gun culture that we responsibly armed citizens must own and stamp out, whenever we learn about anyone engaging in such dangerously irresponsible behavior.
Category: Life Lessons
Here are some few of the things I’ve learned in 6 decades of living, 4 of them as a warrior protector serving in the military and on the street. I don’t claim to be one of Odin’s ravens bearing wisdom from on high, but I do wish that we would all learn from the mistakes of the past.
Stuck in the Second O
This close encounter of the wrong kind taught me several lessons about interpersonal confrontation, and our responses to assault, at an early age.
What you don’t know about Domestic Violence
Domestic violence, or DV, may not seem like rocket science. An angry drunk gets off on hurting those closest to him. But our lack of understanding of the patterns and nuances of violence, particularly domestic violence, doesn’t make it go away. This article explains several aspects of DV, and legislation used to combat DV, that are little understood by most of us.
Worm was right there with us
This Desert Storm memoir outlines our relationship with our Saudi Amn counterpart, and offers both highlights and lessons learned from that tour.
Backing Up Beaker
This article is about the best moment of my law enforcement career. To understand why it was the best, you also have to know a little about the worst day of my career.
Impact vs Edged: Advantages and Disadvantages of Crenelated Flashlights
A small “tactical” flashlight can be a useful force multiplier for personal defense. It’s quicker to use and brighter than a cell phone light. It also hurts more when used for striking. Some flashlights come with crenelated bezels, essentially making them edged weapons. This article explores different use of force options, examining landmark court cases relating to the use of impact tools, and flashlights as impact tools. It also addresses some aspects of race relations as they pertain to the optics of using force.
Max and George’s Excellent Adventure: the Pros and Cons of Night Sights
This article shares lessons I’ve learned about night sights in the field. Do you need them? What are some of your options? Advantages and disadvantages of the different kinds? Read this to learn more.
What “fleeing” means–and what it doesn’t
This op-ed, written in the dark days of the early 2020s, clarifies a misleading statement by the media. Students of force application can learn from its breakdown and analysis of the Fleeing Felon doctrine, especially Tennessee v. Garner. It wraps with some advice for responsibly armed citizens.