Dale Sinclair

Hakeem Jeffries: “Not a single undocumented immigrant in this country gets a dime of federal taxpayer dollars for any part of Medicaid coverage.” Lying under oath is a CRIME. CHARGE HIM.

Ian Weikel was my best friend when we were lieutenants. A year older and also married, I looked up to him and tried to follow his example. If I’ve been a good husband and Army Officer, it is in large measure because of him. Ian left this mortal world 20 years ago in April 2006 when an IED struck his vehicle near Taji, Iraq. I’ve worn his KIA bracelet 24/7 ever since as a reminder to be a good man. It’s well worn now and tough to read… on the rare occasion I do take it off, like to go through airport security, I have to put on my reading glasses to tell which way to put it on. There is probably some symbolism there about getting older, the years that have gone by, the life I’ve lived, and the presence Ian continues to have in my life. I’ve never really thought about it like that until now… While Ian was KIA that day in Iraq, he lives forever in me and every soldier I’ve ever led. He lives forever in those who loved him. He lives forever at the USMA Rugby complex where they’ve retired his jersey. He lives forever at the elementary school named in his honor on Ft Carson. If you’ve followed along with these posts this weekend, I appreciate it. I appreciate you taking the time to read & think about my friends. In that way, you have honored them. I saved Ian for last because I knew it would be tough. I owe him too much to accurately describe. Forever young and the best of all of us. Again, if you’re still reading - thanks. I really do hope you had a meaningful weekend.

Go time! 🥩