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Veterans supporting Veterans! In a recent interview with Infantry #marine #veteran Brandon Hagar (IG: hagar_thefitbear), we discussed the athletic expectations while serving especially from his lens of being in the Marines. Our conversation touched on the extremes that can arise while serving in the military, leading to unhealthy practices like yo-yo dieting, binge drinking, and emotional stress. Such practices can take a toll on one's body. Brandon's guidance in making healthy, long-lasting changes is admirable. His approach, which delves into the emotional and mental aspects of fitness, helps in making long-lasting, sustaining behavior changes. It's always inspiring to see Veterans taking care of their mind, body, and spirit. Let's continue to support each other in this journey.

We’re going to need a bigger boat. So, I spent some time in 1st Cavalry Division. If you weren’t aware, the 1st Cavalry Division patch is the largest patch in the Army. Back when I was a wee Staff Sergeant, I took one of my Soldiers to a promotion board. The Command Sergeant Major asked him to talk about the patch. The kid blanked and then said…. “Well, it’s the largest, and if someone makes one bigger, you can damn sure count on 1CD outdoing it.” After the laughter died down, he passed. The Navy is a lot like this. Or - it’s how it appears on the outside looking in. Lots of “bigger is better” - except of course with Littoral ships. (Too soon?) The Coast Guard, on the other hand, seems to be in the same position as the Marine Corps in that everything is some variation of a hand me down. If I have that wrong - then so be it. Feel free to correct me, as I know not what I’m talking about completely. Again - just my perspective. Of course, the missions are different. So the size of the boat matters. One is about saving lives. The other is about taking lives. Context matters. Either way - props to both branches. 🇺🇸 Stay caffeinated Aerial Resupply Coffee® #veterans #coffee #marketing #military #transitioningmilitary

Another great video highlighting the teamwork on a US Navy carrier. This one shows flight deck qualifications. Very, very impressive! Makes me want to join up again! How about you? What other videos would you like to see? Navy League of the United States Infrastructure Masons Compass Datacenters #veterans #veteransupport #veteranshelpingveterans #flynavy

Here is a very different view from the bridge in heavy seas. The first one shows plowing through the seas. The second one shows heavy rollers - but I also love the bridge talk. What do you think? Bring back any good memories? Infrastructure Masons Compass Datacenters US Navy #veteransupport #veterans #veteranshelpingveterans

#ICYMI: 🧱 Leave a lasting legacy for a loved one who served in a branch of the United States Armed Forces with the Town of Jupiter’s Veterans Memorial Legacy Brick program. The Town is accepting orders through Sunday, March 31, or until all available spots are sold out. If ordering multiple bricks, fill out one submission form per brick. Bricks ordered in this installation will be installed by Memorial Day 2024. If you need help with your order, contact the Jupiter Community Center at 561-741-2400. 🧱 The Town of Jupiter Veterans Memorial was opened in 2020 and is dedicated to remembering and honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, as well as those Gold Star families who have had a loved one make the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. How the Legacy Brick Program will work: 🧱 Each brick will have two options: 1. A message with no branch insignia: these bricks will include four (4) lines of text, with a maximum of 21 characters per line. 2. A message containing a branch insignia: these bricks will include an insignia of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard as well as four (4) lines of text with 15 characters per line. • All bricks will be a red charcoal color to match the current bricks found at the Veterans Memorial. • Each brick will cost $100, which will include the production of the brick as well as its installation. • Space is limited and bricks will be placed on a first-come, first-served basis. If the space sells out, the Town will explore additional areas after the completion of the construction of the new Town Hall building. 🚫 No political statements will be allowed as a part of this memorial program. The Town of Jupiter reserves the right to refuse any message or the placement of a brick. 🔗 For more information and to order a brick, visit https://lnkd.in/eJ38esAt. If you have any questions about the program, email CommunityRelations@jupiter.fl.us.

This is such great insight: “Not being a Green Beret is harder than being a Green Beret.” Read on for the explanation ../

U.S. Army & Navy veteran Kelly Self discusses SkooliesForVeterans and how the program was created out of necessity and experience. Check out the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/dJbQid-7

What I’m currently reading - Inside the Green Berets: The First Thirty Years: A History Of The U.S. Army Special Forces https://a.co/d/goixzO2

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#Reminder: 🧱 Brick orders run through Sunday, March 31. 🧱 🧱 Leave a lasting legacy to a family member or loved one that served in a branch of the United States Armed Forces with the Town of Jupiter’s Veterans Memorial Legacy Brick program. 🧱 The Town of Jupiter Veterans Memorial was opened in 2020 and is dedicated to remembering and honoring the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces, as well as those Gold Star families who have had a loved one make the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. How the Legacy Brick Program will work: 🧱 Each brick will have two options: 1. A message with no branch insignia: these bricks will include four (4) lines of text, with a maximum of 21 characters per line. 2. A message containing a branch insignia: these bricks will include an insignia of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard as well as four (4) lines of text with 15 characters per line. • All bricks will be a red charcoal color to match the current bricks found at the Veterans Memorial. • Each brick will cost $100, which will include the production of the brick as well as its installation. • Space is limited and bricks will be placed on a first-come, first-served basis. If the space sells out, the Town will explore additional areas after the completion of the construction of the new Town Hall building. 🚫 No political statements will be allowed as a part of this memorial program. The Town of Jupiter reserves the right to refuse any message or the placement of a brick. 🔗 For more information and to order a brick, visit https://lnkd.in/eJ38esAt. If you have any questions about the program, email CommunityRelations@jupiter.fl.us.