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  • Better you, better us

    Happy New Year, Team Ramstein! I hope you all had a safe and joyous holiday time with your loved ones, but now it's time to buckle down and dig all your paws into 2015.As at the beginning of many a new year, many of us have probably committed ourselves to be better than we were last year in some

  • Looking forward to a great 2015

    I've said it before and I'll say it again, I have the greatest job in the Air Force. I have a front row seat to witness amazing worked accomplished daily by the men and women of Team Ramstein, and I'm looking forward to the accomplishments we will achieve together in 2015.With six groups, 27

  • Your computer needs a nap

    Your computer is your friend, confidant, procrastination enabler and productivity partner. It can be moody at times, but the trait we usually notice most about our digital partner is its speed.Like us, computers tend to slow down after working for long periods of time. Ever wonder why? Apps or

  • Daughter, Sister, Airman

    I am an Airman in the United States Air Force. I am also a niece, cousin, sister and daughter.My family isn't the largest out there but it isn't the smallest either and every last one of them means the world to me.My childhood was filled with joy, kindness and discipline when warranted. But most of

  • Suicide Prevention Month: Know the Warning Signs

    Life is full of challenges and when it seems overwhelming, most people rely on their inner strengths and the support of others to get through and emerge stronger. However, some people are not able to overcome their pain and suffering, and they may think about harming themselves. Whether it is a

  • How I learned to stop worrying and love the beat

    Europe has been known to suffer horribly depressing winters and it comes to no surprise that many inhabitants look forward to the glorious relief of summer. Why is summer so fantastic in Europe? What makes it so magical? After nearly completing my tour here I believe I have found the answer: summer

  • Courage is born of encouragement

    There was a point in my life when I didn't see a future, but I found comfort through different base agencies. Adapting to our military lifestyle is not just difficult for our significant others and children, but also for those of us who joined.As a career assistance adviser, I've had the distinct

  • Dress to impress: Are you ready?

    If you had to wear your service dress uniform tomorrow for an official picture, to meet a dignitary, for a retreat ceremony, a memorial or to report to the commander, would your uniform be ready? Do you even know where your uniform is? If you are not sure, now may be the time to log into Virtual

  • Strengthening the team

    The Air Force has provided mission, vision and priorities. Transforming vision into executable policy requires charismatic, energetic, inspirational yet humble leaders focused on Airmen and the mission. It is important to remember that being a leader is not tied to rank or position and it's not

  • Personal energy, overproduction

    As I entered technical training in 2005, the first words I heard were, stay fit-to-fight. Listening to our instructor gather opinions and discussing how the physical fitness examination changed from what we experienced through our different commissioning source was definitely a conversation