Whether I have served alongside you, mentored you, supervised you, or worked for you, the experience has undoubtedly impacted my life.

Times have changed and so have I; so while I can still complete a marathon and walk up a set of stairs (smile), I would like to spend time enjoying my family, my friends and my number one hobby: drag racing.

Despite challenges presented, one of the lessons I have learned and continue to believe is that a military leader succeeds by following the regulations and upholding standards. Remember to always instill the Army values: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless-Service, Honor, Integrity and Personal Courage and to "do the right thing, even when nobody is looking."

In leaving you behind, I pray that your lives are filled with challenging and rewarding experiences.