Tag Archives: U.S. Navy

Man Overboard!

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Jim Wheeler

The current kerfuffle over probable deserter Bowe Bergdahl reminds me of a true sea story. It was 1971 or 1972 and I was the Executive Officer (second in command) of a U.S. Navy stores ship steaming across the Atlantic to … Continue reading →

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A Naval Approach to Healthcare

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Jim Wheeler

Most Americans find the notion of “socialized medicine” to be abhorrent. In most citizens the concept evokes visions of a moribund, inefficient bureaucracy more concerned with paperwork than in attending to the complexities of health problems. However, I would like … Continue reading →

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Stayin’ Awake

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Jim Wheeler

News of seven air controllers falling asleep on the job recently causes me to reflect on my sleep-deprived Navy career.  Going with too little sleep is par for the course in the Navy, part necessity and part tradition.  Running a … Continue reading →

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Graybeard Reflections

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Jim Wheeler

One of the benefits of retirement is having the time and inclination to reflect on the human condition.  When I was still working life was pretty much a cycle of work-related concerns interwoven with welcome family time.  Entertainment and sleep … Continue reading →

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