May 2008 - Posts

• My Patriot Paw, Archie

  By SGT. Clay Rankin, AW2 Soldier I injured my lower back in Iraq in 2003 during combat operations; I also suffer from PTSD from my war experiences. My disabilities significantly limited my ability to live independently; I became more and more dependant Read More... Posted Friday, May 30, 2008 1:28 PM by admin | 5 Comments

• Social Security Commissioner: Remembering Those Who Serve

  By Guest Columnist Michael J. Astrue Commissioner of Social Security With Memorial Day approaching, I think it’s important to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. We at Social Security honor the heroism and courage Read More... Posted Friday, May 23, 2008 3:21 PM by admin | 5 Comments

• Striving for the Peak

  By MAJ Marc Hoffmeister, AW2 Soldier I’ve always loved the outdoors. I used to spend all of my free time climbing in the back country or dreaming about climbing the big peaks. I stopped dreaming the day the enemy got lucky and I earned a purple Read More... Posted Wednesday, May 14, 2008 8:42 PM by admin | 1 Comments

• AW2 Advocate Annual Training

  Last week, AW2 Advocates from around the country came together for a week of intensive education and collaboration, at the AW2 Advocate Annual Training. Here is more about the training from two AW2 Advocates, Ayandria Barry and Regina Webb: By Ayandria Read More... Posted Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:05 PM by admin | 4 Comments