Oct. 1, 2009 'GUNS AND ALCOHOL DON'T MIX' Just read the "Tales of the Strange" article "Hold My Beer and Watch This!" (March/April 2009 issue, page 6). The artwork caught my attention, and the story was entertaining. I must say I was surprised as I read the story and discovered that the guy was a former cop. Then I was even more surprised
Oct. 1, 2009 AN INSPIRATION Lt. Col. John Turnipseed ("True Grit," May/June 2009 issue, page 12) is an inspiration. After reading his story and what he's overcome, it's hard to find excuses not to exercise. ... But knowing me, I probably will anyway. (LOL)
Oct. 1, 2009 BAD MEMORIES Your story "Joe vs. H20" in the May/June 2009 issue (page 8) brought back some bad memories for me. A friend of mine was killed when the boat that was going to pick him up after a skiing run came in too fast and struck him. This happened many years ago, but the pain of the loss doesn't go away. Like
Oct. 1, 2009 TEXTING WHILE DRIVING I'm glad you addressed the growing problem of texting while driving ("A Message to Die For," May/June 2009 Torch, page 7). People are flat out crazy when it comes to this bad habit -- especially young drivers. It doesn't surprise me that it is quickly becoming the new "driving under the influence."
Oct. 1, 2009 NO EXAGGERATION Congratulations on another great issue of Torch. I just finished reading the May/June 2009 issue from cover-to-cover, and can say without exaggeration, it is by far one of the finest safety orientated publications I have seen. I am currently the executive director of the Air University Foundation;
Sept. 29, 2009 OUTLAW MOTORCYCLES? I read the article "Run Over by Car ... Twice!" (May/June 2009 issue of Torch, page 4) and had to shake my head. It's great that the Airman used his protective gear and miraculously survived the accident. And it's also nice that he claims he's going to take a break from motorcycle riding "to let his
July 14, 2009 RETIREMENT 'GIFT' IDEA As a civilian contractor soon to retire after 48 years combined Air Force and contract service, I plan to subscribe to your outstanding Torch Magazine through the on-line subscription. I also hope to continue to get your wonderful calendars after I retire.Our on-line subscription, which lets you
July 14, 2009 15th ANNIVERSARY ISSUE A 'FOWL' ERRORI read the article "Hudson River Hero" (15th Anniversary Issue of Torch, page 32) about U.S. Airways Capt. Chesley Sullenberger's aviation skills with great interest, but I can't resist the urge to correct one common error. His aircraft intercepted a flock of Canada geese, not Canadian
July 14, 2009 NICE PACKAGING I just saw the November/December 2009 issue of Torch at my Air National Guard unit -- the 149th Fighter Wing -- last weekend. I hadn't looked at it for a while, and I wanted you to know I enjoyed reading it.The graphics are impressive but don't overwhelm the text. I have seen magazines with color,
July 14, 2009 RUNAWAY FIGHTER AIRCRAFT I read with interest the article "Crew Chiefs Stop Runaway F-16 Fighter" in the March/April 2009 edition of Torch ("Clear the Runway," page 24). You can just picture the three maintainers desperately running along the brakeless, out-of-control F-16 trying to throw chocks underneath the tires to stop