Robert Bogart

True

John Steinbeck /

"The quick pain of truth can pass away, but the slow eating agony of a lie is never lost."

"John Ernst Steinbeck Jr. was an American author and the 1962 Nobel Prize in Literature winner "for his realistic and imaginative writings, combining as they do sympathetic humor and keen social perception." He has been called "a giant of American letters." During his writing career, he authored 33 books, with one book coauthored alongside Edward Ricketts, including 16 novels, six non-fiction books, and two collections of short stories. He is widely known for the comic novels Tortilla Flat and Cannery Row, the multi-generation epic East of Eden, and the novellas The Red Pony and Of Mice and Men. The Pulitzer Prize–winning The Grapes of Wrath is considered Steinbeck's masterpiece and part of the American literary canon. In the first 75 years after it was published, it sold 14 million copies. Most of Steinbeck's work is set in central California, particularly in the Salinas Valley and the California Coast Ranges region."

In honor of K9 Bragi, I am asking that you make a donation on this Giving Tuesday to .
This is a foundation near & dear to our ❤️ Along with many others.

Without the support of people like YOU, these foundations wouldn't be able to do the things that they do!! They keep K9s safe, assist with medical bills, training for handlers & K9s & meet the needs for K9s where the dept budget leaves off.

I strongly encourage you if not MPK9F, to find a non profit / donation based organization and make a donation.

Some others that are near & dear to us :


lee
Brown Co (OH) Humane society

Thank you ❤️🐕🧑🏼‍🎄

Between 2017 and 2025 lived a heart that guarded, loved, and never once gave up. Rest peacefully, Rex. 🥺❤️

Air Force Lt. Col. William Parks Awarded Silver Star Medal:
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach presented the Silver Star Medal to Lt. Col. William Parks on November 26, 2025, at the Pentagon. The award recognizes Parks’ actions in early 2025 as commander of the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron in the U.S. Central Command area.
During a mission involving 21 strike aircraft and four F-16 Fighting Falcons, Parks led suppression of enemy air defenses, positioning his force to cripple ballistic missile production facilities. He faced missile and anti-aircraft fire for 15 minutes, executing maneuvers while low on fuel, and coordinated emergency refueling to ensure safe return.
Wilsbach stated: “After hearing Skate’s story, his leadership, decisive action, and skill in the face of danger, I absolutely believe he deserves this honor.”
The Silver Star is the third-highest valor award; this is the 97th for the Department of the Air Force. Parks’ deployment supported operations Prosperity Guardian, Inherent Resolve, Spartan Shield, and Rough Rider, achieving 108 aerial victories.
Parks comes from a family with aviation history dating to World War II.
The Silver Star is currently awarded by all branches of the armed forces to any person who, while serving in any capacity, is cited for gallantry in action against an enemy of the United States while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing foreign force, or while serving with friendly forces against an opposing armed force in which the United States is not a belligerent party

Fany and Iinez

Ice cold. Mission Ready.

Arctic Gold 26-1 gave Eielson Air Force Base Airmen a chance to rehearse real-world Arctic operations.

We're thankful for the Airmen and families who serve with dedication and heart.

Wishing you a safe and happy Thanksgiving wherever the mission takes you.