“We’re each of us angels with one wing, and can only fly by embracing each other”
Luciano De Crecenzo

Mayday is the universally recognized call of distress. It’s a call you never want to make, but it could be the most important call of your life.

Fighter pilots use it during extreme emergency situations – when we lose an engine, are getting prepared to eject from an un-flyable aircraft, or even when witnessing an emergency of one of our wingmen.

Mayday translates to I Need Help…NOW!!

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“I need help!” In my opinion, the three most important words in the English language other than “I love you.”

Since the beginning of September 2005, we have all witnessed our fellow citizens trapped in a sea of desperation, fear and helplessness as Hurricane Katrina literally swept away their lives, homes, and dreams. As a nation, we have heeded their call for help and have responded with our wallets, prayers, and compassion. It’s been far from perfect, but slowly, hope is being injected back into their lives and they can now look to the future in faith rather than fear.

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“I never doubted not only that I would get out, but also that I would prevail in the end and turn the experience into the defining event of my life.”
Admiral James Stockdale

Admiral Stockdale was the highest ranking U.S. officer at the “Hanoi Hilton” POW camp during Vietnam. A navy fighter pilot, he was shot down and endured brutal torture, all while doing everything possible to inspire and strengthen the spirit of his fellow prisoners. When he returned a free man, he earned the Medal of Honor. He never lost faith that in the end he would win.

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As we celebrated our country’s independence this weekend, we were reminded of the sacrifices our forefathers made to accomplish a critical mission – the freedom of America. Their passion and focus on this mission was so great that they were willing to die for it. It allowed them to overcome insurmountable odds and ultimately build the courage to win despite their fear.

What is your mission? Who are you fighting for? Who needs you to win?

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