By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…
Miyamoto Musashi kills a shark fish (Yamazame) in the mountains across the border of Echizen Province, by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, c. before 1861 Cropped.. There is no one way to salvation, whatever the manner in which a man may proceed. All forms and variations are governed by the eternal intelligence of the Universe that enables a…
By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…
The Benchmade Mini-SOCP dagger and Rescue Tool are extensions of Greg Thompson’s Special Operations Combatives Program (SOCP) design into discreet, potent tools. This review assesses their practicality and effectiveness for everyday carry by armed citizens. Design and Specifications: Mini-SOCP Blade: Double-edged, spear point. Blade length: 2.22″ Blade thickness: 0.175″ Material: 440C stainless steel (black coated)…
“And they began to beg Jesus to depart from their region.” — Mark 5:17 Like the Garasenes, we cling to our madness, fearing the light of Christ more than the darkness that destroys us. —D. + + + Men kill for paper—thin, crumpled bills, as if wealth could hold the weight of a soul. Children,…
“In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:4-5 The wisdom of men is scattered and incomplete, but in Christ—the God-Man—all truth, beauty, and life are made whole. —D. + + + Perhaps Plato? Perhaps Buddha?…
CIA Semi-Submersible. Central Intelligence Agency photo. The CIA semi-submersible stands as a testament to the creativity and resourcefulness of Cold War-era intelligence engineering. Conceived in the 1950s, it was designed to tackle unique challenges faced in covert operations, helping agents infiltrate or exfiltrate high-risk areas with discretion. This article delves into its origins, design, operational…
“Remember Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, the offspring of David, as preached in my gospel.” — 2 Timothy 2:8 The world seeks to make us forget God, but those who hold fast to Christ, who keep His name burning in their hearts, will stand while all else fades. —D. + + + The aim…
The Café de Flore on the Rive Gauche in Paris is one of the oldest coffeehouses in the city. It’s celebrated for its famous clientele, which included high-profile writers and philosophers. Coffee plays a cherished role in French culture, intertwining seamlessly with daily life, rituals, and social gatherings. Renowned for their refined tastes, the French…
By Michael Kurcina Mike credits his early military training as the one thing that kept him disciplined through the many years. He currently provides his expertise as an adviser for an agency within the DoD. Michael Kurcina subscribes to the Spotter Up way of life. “I will either find a way or I will make…