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  • In this edition of the “commander’s corner,” Col. Thatcher Cardon, 47th Medical Group commander, describes how his experiences in military service and in the medical profession helped shape his definition of the term “happiness,” and how to attain or maintain a sense of such. “There are several elements to happiness but none more important, by far, than good relationships,” he said. “In my career as a doctor when people are stripped of all they have and are, on their death beds, it’s all about relationships.”

    Happiness is on purpose, not an accident

    There are several elements to happiness but none more important, by far, than good relationships. In my career as a doctor when people are stripped of all they have and are, on their death beds, it’s all about relationships
  • Lt. Col. Cory Christoffer reflects on his 20 years in the Air Force, and talks about what he thinks will make the Air Force a more cohesive unit. “It’s the little things that matter,” Christoffer said. “Giving a ride to an Airman walking across base, taking someone’s office garbage out, helping a peer through a fitness test, or even giving a smile, handshake, or verbal encouragement are just a few little things we can do to help each other as we work together to accomplish our mission.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Benjamin N. Valmoja)

    Instant coffee -- a metaphor for life

    This month, I mark 20 years of service to our beautiful nation of paved roads, unbelievable grocery stores, large movie theaters, awe-inspiring state and national parks, and delicious restaurants and food trucks.
  • Col. Michelle Pryor, 47th Flying Training Wing vice commander, opens the entry door to the T-1 Jayhawk that bears her name at her fini-flight at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, May 31, 2018. Pryor retired with her husband, Lt. Col. David Pryor, 96th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, the next day on the same stage they both graduated specialized undergraduate pilot training on in class 99-05.

    Autopilot off, journey on

    While preparing for our upcoming retirement, we’ve had the chance to look back through hundreds of old photos, each with its own memory, its own story. It made us realize how lucky our family has been. Throughout our Air Force journey, we’ve experienced opportunities and adventures that some people can only dream about.
  • Lt. Col. Matthew Vollkommer, 434th Flying Training Squadron commander, discusses the importance of setting standards.The Commander’s Corner gives Team XL first-hand accounts of their perspectives, and lets the commanders share their experiences. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ariel D. Partlow)

    Set the standard

    “What should be the vision for the squadron?” This was the question I asked myself while sitting down in a moment of reflection after assuming the command responsibility of the 434th Flying Training Squadron.
  • Maj. Emmanuel Matos, 47th Communications Squadron commander, discusses the merge from Windows 7 to Windows 10 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The Commander’s Corner gives Team XL first-hand accounts of their perspectives, and lets the commanders share their experiences. (Courtesy photo)

    The invisible blue line

    It’s done, after two years of posturing, preparing and delaying, the Department of Defense has fully embraced a current version of Windows as its baseline workplace Operating System. From Dec 2017 to the last week of March 2018, cyber professionals on Laughlin Air Force Base, led by the Scorpions of the 47th Communications Squadron managed the upgrade and replacement of over 1,700 computers.
  • Col. Brian Hinsvark, 47th Mission Support Group commander, is Laughlin’s first contributor to the Commander’s Corner. The Commander’s Corner gives Team XL first-hand accounts of their perspectives, and lets the commanders share their experiences. (Courtesy photo)

    When did the Air Force join you?

    When did the Air Force join you? Col. Brian Hinsvark, 47th Mission Support Group commander, is Laughlin’s first contributor to the Commander’s Corner. The Commander’s Corner gives Team XL first-hand accounts of their perspectives, and lets the commanders share their experiences.
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