27 Mar 2020

COVID-19: Supportive resources for wing members, families

For many people this is a time of uncertainty and isolation. For those who may need assistance, there are several resources and individuals available to help you and your family during this time. I have included the 403rd Wing Resource Chart for you to reference which services are able to assist unit members based on the issue at hand. Although

27 Dec 2019

Holiday traditions

There is nothing like holiday traditions, everyone has them. But not all traditions are the same.

13 Dec 2019

Have a G.R.E.A.T holiday season

What is your favorite holiday tradition? What is your picture perfect holiday scene you try to create every holiday season? Close your eyes for a moment, and visualize what it looks and feels like to experience that perfect holiday moment … and please ignore ‘cousin Eddie,’ from the “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” movie. Let’s face it, we

8 Dec 2019

Have a safe, happy holiday season

With the holidays quickly approaching, I wanted to share a few thoughts before 2019 comes to an end.First, I want to thank each and every one of you for all that you do. From multiple deployments to humanitarian aid to community service, your list of accomplishments is truly astonishing -- and too long to list here!  I, and your country, appreciate

1 Dec 2016

I’m terrified and I will not fail

I was sitting on the floor at Denver International Airport waiting for a flight to San Antonio. I leaned against a cool glass window in jeans and a black tee shirt, holding the Airman’s Creed on a business card with tiny letters in my hands. Several other trainees-to-be and I were taking turns reading it out loud in an attempt to both quell our nerves and get a step ahead. I was almost 23-years-old and terrified that joining the Air Force was the wrong decision. “And I will not fail,” we repeated.