The role of women in the Army has changed over the last few decades. Men in the Army need to do a better job of catching up with the change.

I followed a Soldier down the sidewalk this week and was struck by the appearance of his uniform. To an old Soldier like me, it didn’t look very sharp.

What does it take to be an Army spouse? The same things it does to be any kind of spouse — only more so.

We received some pretty exciting news Monday: The Northwest Guardian — Fort Lewis’ authorized newspaper — was named the winner of the Major General Keith L. Ware Award for Journalistic Excellence as the best full-sized newspaper in the U.S. Army.

I’m not Irish, but maybe I should be.

There is more to do around Fort Lewis than anyone could possibly accomplish. The challenge is convincing people of that.

There have been a lot of changes around the Army over the last couple of decades. But perhaps none of them is as remarkable as the transformation of the service into one of the most family-friendly employers around.

Ensuring your safety and peace of mind is at the forefront of everything we do on our installation. With that in mind, I’m concerned that a story recently broadcast on a local news program could create unnecessary worry about your security on post. This letter is intended to share with you the facts that were not included in the television story, and to assure you that your personal security receives the highest priority from our installation leadership.

A burglary can leave a family feeling vulnerable and violated.

WASHINGTON – Since the birth of America, African-Americans have been fighting and dying alongside their countrymen as the United States has struggled for freedom and peace at home and abroad.

It is a lot easier to define leadership than it is to put your finger on the attributes of a good leader.

When we asked Soldiers for reasons to stay in the Army, none of them mentioned the pay. Maybe they should have.

Being associated with the Army doesn’t make you a victim.

The Army has always encouraged Soldiers to get an education. It is sometimes hard to get a handle on why.

This week I found myself experiencing a bad case of old Soldier envy syndrome.

Are you simply letting your life happen, or are you making your life happen?

We live in a society that makes a mania about planning and goal setting. Maybe that’s why so many people are unhappy. We would do far better if we paid more attention to the details and let the big picture take care of itself.

A new initiative to honor and say “thank you” to wounded U.S. service members began recently, and the organizers are asking for your help.

It is traditional at this time of year to make lists of the things we are thankful for. On the other hand, the world is full of things for which we are anything but grateful, and there is a therapeutic effect from getting some of them off your chest.

The Army has a pretty clear image of what it is — but we don’t do so well at understanding who we are.

How do you get through to anyone dumb enough to drive drunk?

Veterans Day is a time when most of us try to remember and honor those who fought in our nation’s wars. This year, I want to remember the veterans of a different struggle — a group that is rapidly disappearing from the Army.

Are you ready to commit to 24 hours without a cigarette? If so, then the day to make that commitment is fast approaching.

Veterans Day is a time when most of us try to remember and honor those who fought in our nation’s wars. This year, I want to remember the veterans of a different struggle — a group that is rapidly disappearing from the Army.

Experience is important.

America Recycles — you should, too.

Experience is important.

“Trick or treat.”

“Trick or treat.”

There was an interesting discussion on an Army Knowledge Online forum the other day. It was an argument over which was better, the “old” Army or the “new” Army.