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  • Grover: My guardian through shadows

    Red and blue lights surround my house. Tears are streaming down my biological mother’s face. Her boyfriend is yelling at the men with shiny badges and guns on their hips. I am sitting on the couch quietly.

  • 700 CONS is ATLAS Strong

    I vividly remember my family and I being welcomed to the 700th Contracting Squadron in June of 2022 when I took command last summer. It was such a humbling experience, and I felt an enormous responsibility being tasked to lead the largest contracting squadron in United States Air Forces in Europe –

  • The 786 FSS is ATLAS STRONG!

    The amazing team that makes up the 786th Force Support Squadron is comprised of members from so many backgrounds.

  • Finding independence as a military spouse

    When my husband and I first started dating in 2016, he asked me if I was going to be ok with the challenges that can happen in a military relationship. I remember feeling nervous and excited for our future.

  • King Comm – Our mission is to connect

    I come from humble beginnings, in the poorest country in Central America, Nicaragua, and know the sacrifices of my mother and her demonstrated servant leadership have guided me throughout the years. As our country suffered from internal conflict and wars, she immigrated to the United States with my

  • Suicide Awareness: The little things

    Loss is something some people will experience in their lives. It is a constant part of who we are, and it can sometimes shape our personalities. This is why resilience is so important and can help us to deal with difficult situations. As a person who has experienced loss, I would like to share my

  • 86 MSG is ATLAS STRONG

    When I found out I was going to be the Commander of the 86th Mission Support Group, I was beyond excited and knew I had landed my dream assignment. I had always wanted to lead a dynamic group in a challenging location, and really make a difference … then BAM! Welcome to Ramstein!  

  • Why is there so little A/C in Germany?

    Most German homes do not have air conditioning and while there are many factors to consider, primarily: air conditioning is highly inefficient; it’s expensive to install and operate; it’s not cost effective, and it’s only really beneficial for a few weeks out of each summer.