Author Archives: David R. Shearman

“Khoda hafiz, Sahib”

Posted on August 16, 2021 by David R. Shearman

“Khoda Hafiz, Sahib” was the last transmission sent to me via the IM text message this past weekend. It had travelled 8000 miles to get to me. I just laid there in bed staring at the ceiling fan turning above … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Holidays this Crazy 2020 Year – Deployed Style

Posted on December 25, 2020 by David R. Shearman

Being home for the holidays and spending time with your family and loved ones makes this time of year the very best. Families look forward to the holiday season to share gifts, goodwill and cheer, and to reflect on what … Continue reading →

Posted in Experiences, Foriegn Affairs, Military | 1 Comment

Reflections this Veteran’s Day

Posted on November 10, 2020 by David R. Shearman

It was late when we pulled out of the bus station in Columbia, South Carolina. The air was thick, hot, and muggy that summer night in May 1981 when we boarded that Grey Hound Bus. There were maybe twenty of … Continue reading →

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Philadelphia – Another American City Besieged by Political Based Violence

Posted on October 29, 2020 by David R. Shearman

Philadelphia Riots October 28, 2020 Continue reading →

Posted in Law, Politics, Public Safety - Police | 1 Comment

Do Not Live in Fear. Do not be Silent. Raise the Flag of Freedom

Posted on September 14, 2020 by David R. Shearman

I enjoy writing as it has been a means for me to express my views and opinions. I have been graciously afforded the opportunity to write an opinion column for a newspaper for several years now and I have expanded … Continue reading →

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