Welcome to the McGrath Minute; a thought provoking absurdity that will leave you wanting more!

I am Bill and I recently retired from the military after 21 years of service. I decided put my thoughts and experiences into words. This is a mixture of past experiences, humor, or just some wisdom I would like to share.

My Latest Posts

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• I had rented a Sony lens for my camera (400-800mm) and I wanted to get some wildlife photos or video. I went to Kincaid park in Anchorage, Ak and I began walking through the woods on a cross country ski trail. In the summer this trail is a frisbee gold trail. I saw a cow and calf moose that I couldn’t get good photos of. They ran off and I followed behind them. But I ran into this bull moose unexpectedly. We were both surprised!!October 17, 2025
• When In Charge….August 21, 2022
  “A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out… Read more: When In Charge….
• The Best Time is Now!March 13, 2022
  As I have said before, I recently retired from the military. I have been doing a lot of soul searching recently and I have certainly have had a lot more… Read more: The Best Time is Now!
• What I Have Learned About Freedom from the Invasion Of UkraineFebruary 26, 2022
  “We are not afraid, not panicking. We wont lay down our arms and wont allow any tyrants, any murderers to dictate their terms. We won’t let them take any single… Read more: What I Have Learned About Freedom from the Invasion Of Ukraine
• Serene ChaosJanuary 29, 2022
  “Adversity is the first path to truth…” – Lord Byron (George Gordon Byron) I haven’t swam in a couple of years just because I haven’t. My initial excuse was because… Read more: Serene Chaos
• What Do I Do Now?January 24, 2022
  I was involved in an avalanche on Veterans Day 2018. It made me realize that no matter how much preparation or how much I thought I was in control of… Read more: What Do I Do Now?
• Let’s start off with a little humor!January 22, 2022
  I recently retired from the military after 21 years in service. I have experienced a lot of firsts in my post military life and career. My first Christmas, my first… Read more: Let’s start off with a little humor!

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