Trying to celebrate the holidays at work was an extremely frustrating experience for me last year.

‘Tis the season to be jolly. And Fort Belvoir offers many opportunities to do so, with tree-lightings, carolers and concerts. But, it’s also the season of unpredictable weather as Old Man Winter begins his creaky amble through the atmosphere.

This week, I have decided to steal an idea from Bil Keane, the creator of the comic strip “The Family Circus.“

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families and friends of our fallen Soldiers and civilians, and to those injured in the malicious attack last week at Fort Hood.

On Wednesday we celebrate Veterans Day. On this special day, we pause to honor the men and women who serve today, and those who served in the past, to protect and defend the American way of life.

When I was a newly-minted specialist fourth class in the Army, there was a lot of talk about the “Total Army,“ in which we were encouraged to recognize that all the components - active, Guard and Reserve - are necessary to the success of the Army’s operations overall.

I went to Karen Wagner Gym at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center complex Oct. 28 to interview and photograph Wounded Warriors playing wheelchair basketball.

Able-bodied Belvoir employee finds his voice for the disabled

I have been a resident on Fort Belvoir for over two years now and I’ve got to say, I love it.

general manager Rick Talbot responds: