I’ve lived the literal meaning of the ‘land of the free’ and ‘home of the brave.’ It’s not corny for me. I feel it in my heart. I feel it in my chest. Even at a ball game, when someone talks during the anthem or doesn’t take off his hat, it pisses me off. I’m not one to be quiet about it, either.

I would love for people to be able to think of me as a guy who stood up for what he believed in and helped make a difference for the vets.

One was to be a cowboy and another was to be in the military. I grew up extremely patriotic and riding horses.

Despite what your momma told you, Violence does solve problems.

I’m willing to meet my creator and answer every shot that I took.

I am a much better father and husband than I ever was a sniper.

I'm just trying to get back to normal life.