Brian Watson
Brian is a medically retired veteran of the Army. He enjoys writing about sports, farming, politics, and every day life events. He has a spinal cord injury and helps others overcome adversity from their injuries. He spends much of his time with his wife and kids, and working on their small farm.
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One Veteran's Reflections for Memorial DayThis veteran reflects on his fallen friends on Memorial Day. And he plans to keep their memories alive with his kids.
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Our Memorial Day Trip to the Warrior's Walk at Ft. Stewart, GAThis veteran plans on taking his kid to Ft Stewart, GA to the Warrior's Walk and then swimming in the Ogeechee River for Memorial Day.
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First Person: Misconceptions About PTSD Hinder Veteran's Job HuntVeterans have a hard time finding employment after serving in times of war. And some veterans believe it is because of PTSD. -
Commentary: Who Will Pay for Obama's Gun-Control Plan?As the push for gun control has rippled throughout the country, the President today released his plan to the country.
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One Veteran's Appreciation of General Norman SchwarzkopfGeneral Schwarzkopf was seen as a leader of the U.S. troops during Operation Desert Storm/Shield. But to the veterans, he was more than a leader, he was an inspiration.
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My Favorite NFL Moment of the 2012 SeasonGreat quarterbacks make few mistakes but when they do, defenses need to be able to capitalize. And that is exactly what happened on November 29, 2012 when the Atlanta Falcons defense intercepted Drew Brees five times.
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Where is the Hope and Change?President Obama promised hope and change. What everyone needs to ask themselves is: Are you better off now than what you were four years ago? This article will help you answer just that question.
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1996 World Series Slugger Andruw JonesAndruw Jones became the youngest player to hit two home runs in a single World Series game.
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1995 World Series Legend Known as Ryan KleskoRyan Klesko became the first baseball player to ever hit a home run in three consecutive World Series games.
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Braves Country EruptsIt has been 2 years since the Atlanta Braves have clinched a spot for the playoffs. Last they did it again and the stadium erupted in excitement.
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Current NFL Players from Georgia TechRaised outside of Atlanta, GA, I routinely rooted for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Find out who are the current NFL players from Georgia Tech.Also published on:
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What I Think the GOP Needs to Address at the RNCThe GOP need to address issues that matter to the country, such as the economy, unemployment, and medicare.
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The May Grade for the Atlanta BravesPreviously, I did an article about how I thought that Chipper Jones was the key for the Atlanta Braves success. Now in the month of May, we saw the Braves fall from first to being tied for last in the NL East.
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A Child's Adirondack ChairHave you ever had one your kids fuss because they did not have a seat? Well this project can be done in in less than a day from start to finish. -
A Horrible Florida VacationWhile on leave in the military, I went on vacation to Florida in July. I was expecting fun in the sun, but I should have brought some webbed feet. See how this ranks as the worst vacation in my life.
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One Veteran's Path from the Military Life to Civilian LifeI thought that after serving almost 11 years in the Army that I was prepared for the outside. That wasn't true, it was a struggle and still is on some days.
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First Person: The Job Market Is Improving in GeorgiaSince I am on pace to graduate from the University of Phoenix in December, I have been paying close attention to the unemployment rates and new jobs that are coming to Georgia.Also published on:
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Fantasy Cars that Never Turned into RealityEvery year the automotive industry makes a prototype or draws out a car and try to see if it will work. Many of them don't. This is my pick for the 10 best concept cars of all time.
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The Wisconsin Right to Work MovementOn the evening of June 5, 2012, the citizens of Wisconsin spoke loud and clear about how they want their state to be ran. This election disbanded the fears that the Unions had control over Wisconsin.
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Summerville, Georgia and Its Hot Air BalloonsRemember when you were a kid and you would see a hot air balloon in the air? Well go to Summerville, Georgia and check out the 5th Annual Hot Air Balloon Fest.
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The Meaning of Memorial DayIn today's society, Memorial Day is looked at as a holiday for BBQ's and parties. But many Americans do not know what Memorial Day is really about.
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How to Deal with Shopping ExcessivelyDuring the stint that I was going through shortly after getting back from a deployment in the military, I realized that I was going through my paychecks quicker than I was getting them.
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A Large Family With a Lean BudgetI have a fairly large size family with 4 kids and 3 adults. Here are some tips on how to stay on budget for each and every month. -
On Memorial Day, Remember the Brave and GallantI was in the Army for almost 11 years and I learnt the importance of Memorial Day.
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My Workout With a Spinal Cord InjuryA few years back I was injured in a military training accident. My workout to stay in shape has changed tremendously. Check out what I do to stay in shape. -
What is the Key for the Atlanta Braves?Through years of watching the Braves, I have finally came up with the key for their success this year.
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The Atlanta Falcons: Are They Good or Great?Over the past four years, we have seen the Falcons make it to the playoffs three times with miserable endings. See how I rate the team as a whole.
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Sportsman like ConductIn the past few weeks and even months, athletes have done things that have left many dumbfounded. Well in this article, I will post a grade on how the professionals act while on the field.
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My Life in the MilitaryI joined the military at 18 and almost 11 years later I get medically retired. Life was fun, hard, and a lot of adventure.
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My Battle with DepressionAfter leaving the military, I discovered that I was in a downward spiral of depression. Learn how I have been able to defeat the hardest battle of my life.
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Is Asante Samuel the Key for the Atlanta Falcons' Defense?Asante Samuel was traded to the Atlanta Falcons for a 7th round draft pick. But is it going to be worth it for the Falcons?