Intent on Purpose

Eric McAfee describes what it's like to hunt turkeys and the power of enjoying the outdoors. As a US Navy officer, he also reminds us the power of working toward a common objective as Americans.

There is hope to catch a turkey and there is hope that we will get along.

Listen to this insightful conversation with Eric McAfee and hear his encouragement to fill your life with things you enjoy!

Get to know Eric:

Eric was born in Southern Ohio in 1968. Joined the Navy in 1986 after High school. Earned his BS in Wildlife Biology from Ohio University Athens, Ohio. Husband to one awesome wife since 1995, father to three wonderful children and soon to be blessed with a second grandchild. Hobbies are hunting, fishing, putzing on things around the house, learning about subjects of interest and listening to music from 80s and 90s.

#turkeyhunting

#wildlifebiology

#ohiouniversityathens

turkey hunting

outdoor

turkey calls

common objectives

deers and turkeys

neighbors getting along

On April 7, 1945 a young tail gunner, Leon L. Barnes was killed when a piece of another plane crashed into his. Join me as i ead Myra's history with a bit of information I have gathered, and three pieces of American public domain music.

Wen Airman Barnes enlisted he was 5'10" tall and weighed 145 pounds. He had brown eyes and hair and fair skin. He had one sibling, a twin sister.

Listen to Myra Manfrina's history of Sgt. Leon L. Barnes!

#Cambridege American Military Cemetery

#PurpleHeart

#Lompoc Valley Fallen Warriors Memorial

#armyaircorps

Gold Brick

Tin LIzzie

418 Bombardment Squadron

B-17 Tail Gunner

Lompoc Valley Fallen Warriors Memorial

War Telegrams

Bushen, Germany

418th Bombardment Squadron

Lompoc Evergreen Cemetery

Music by the 101th Army Band

A young Tail gunner, Leon L. Barnes was killed when a piece of another plane crashed into his. He was killed instantly.

Listen to Myra Manfrina's history of Sgt. Leon L. Barnes!

Gold Brick

418 Bombardment Squadron

B-17 Tail Gunner

Lompoc Valley Fallen Warriors Memorial

I felt like I had a life course in how to have a life – and I wish I had heard it when I was younger! If you are a leader, or want to become one, listen to this episode! Learn how to work with others: to take care of things at home, get projects done, make decisions, and deal with prejudices. In this episode you will also get a glimpse into WWII in Hawaii and information presented at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Alma Grocki is a fascinating person who lives what she knows.

Curiosity and Engineering

"I'm always interested in how something works. We didn't throw things away when they broke. We took them apart to see how they worked."

Breaking Gender Norms

"You're only limited by yourself and what you think you can and cannot do."

Balancing Career and Family

"It's not that you can't have it all. You just can't have it all at once."

Leadership and Decision-Making

"Recognizing your own limitations is one of the basic things about being a leader."

Learn about Alma:

Rear Admiral Alma Lau Grocki, born and raised in Hawaii, and was the first woman from Hawaii to graduate from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1981. She served at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as Ship Superintendent for Submarine NR-1, concurrently earning her Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, at the University of New Hampshire.

At Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard (PHNSY), she was a Nuclear Ship Superintendent for numerous submarine overhauls, and the first woman officer to accompany her submarine on post-maintenance Sea Trials.

In 1988 Grocki transferred to the Navy Reserve, serving nine Commanding Officer tours of maintenance units throughout the country. She was a volunteer U.S. Naval Academy Blue and Gold Area Coordinator for 20 years assisting high school students and Fleet sailors and Marines with admissions to the Academy.

Grocki was recalled to active duty as the Director, Submarine Maintenance, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Deputy Operations, PHNSY, and Director, Fleet Maintenance, U.S. Pacific Fleet. She was the first SurgeMain National Director, the largest Navy Reserve program in history.

Grocki retired in 2016 from the Navy after 35 years of service as Deputy, NAVSEA, Reserve Senior Engineering Duty Officer (EDO). She was responsible for creation and approval of the EDO Qualification insignia, now worn by all EDOs.

Grocki consults for FlatironDragados overseeing the new PHNSY dry dock construction. She serves on non-profit organization Boards focusing on veterans and preservation of historic sites: Oahu Veterans Center, Ke’ehi Lagoon Memorial, Battleship Missouri, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, Pacific Historic Parks, American Legion Auxiliary, Hawaii Girls State, and the Hawaii Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Council.

https://www.pearlharboraviationmuseum.org/

#MechanicalEngineering

#GenderEquality

#WorkLifeBalance

#Leadership

# Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

#women in STEM

Mechanical Engineering, Gender Equality, Work-Life Balance, Leadership Skills, Navy Engineering, Women in STEM, Naval Leadership, Hawaii Veterans, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, Submarine Maintenance, Military History, Mechanical Engineering Expertise, Volunteerism in retirement, partners in spouse, generational military service

In this episode of 'Know It Live It,' host Laura Breksa engages in a deep conversation with Wayne H. Bowen, a professor of history and interim dean at the University of Central Florida. They explore Bowen's journey from a physics major to a historian, his passion for learning, and the influence of mentors like Peter Hayes and Marcus Aurelius. The discussion delves into the challenges of historical research, the importance of understanding historical context, and the role of education in shaping one's worldview. Bowen also shares insights on stoicism, the impact of formal education, and his experiences in the military.

Get to know Wayne!

Wayne H. Bowen is Professor of History and Interim Dean for the College of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Florida. He received a B.A. in History from the University of Southern California, an M.A. and Ph.D. in European History from Northwestern University, and a Master’s in Strategic Studies from the US Army War College. He has authored eleven books, seven on Spanish history, and more than two dozen journal articles, work that has been published in ten countries and translated into Spanish, Polish, French, and Turkish. Bowen served 30 years in the Army Reserve, retiring as a colonel.

• Wayne H. Bowen
• history
• education
• stoicism
• military
• Marcus Aurelius
• Peter Hayes
• historical research
• University of Central Florida
• learning

Know It, Live It is all about conversations with people who actually DO something with what they know they should do. Alexandra has done just that! On "Intimacy in Marriage is not Incidental, Purposeful Relationship Coach Dr. Alexandra Stockwell" she takes us through her journey from researching what she needed, finding it, healing others and now to her success as a business woman. She also shares problems couples have AND solutions. You don't want to miss this!

About Alexandra

Alexandra Stockwell, MD, aka “The Intimacy Doctor,” is widely known for her ability to catalyze immediate and profound shifts in high achieving couples who want it all–genuine emotional connection, sensual passion, and erotic intimacy. A physician coach and Intimate Marriage Expert, Dr. Alexandra is the best-selling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program, host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, a wife of 28 years and a mother of 4. Couples who work with her discover the key to passion, fulfillment, intimacy, and success isn’t compromise–it’s being unwilling to compromise--because when both people feel free to be themselves, the relationship is juicy, erotically alive, and deeply nourishing.

Dr. Alexandra has been featured in the New York Times, Huffington Post, Rolling Stone, USAToday, Cosmopolitan, Business Insider, thriveglobal, mindbodygreen, FOX NEWS NYC, and LA Weekly Magazine named her one of the “Top 10 Relationship Experts to Watch in 2023.”

First in a series honoring Fallen Warriors of WWII histories by Myra Manfrina with extra research by myself, Laura Hansen Breksa. Here a tell the stories of their lives before the war and their service.

SGT Agnelli was a fun-loving teen who had a nice personality, he was a high school athlete who received his high school diploma while in training. His best friend, Buddy Begg was also killed. He liked fishing and hunting. He was 5'7" and 150 pounds and a Catholic. He lived on a farm until he was 19. He died when he was 22.

I am not a WWII historian, my aim to honor the man, not report military history.

"Self-Suffiency is doing the best with what you have."

Valerie Lee

In this conversation, Valerie shares her journey of embracing self-sufficiency through her mini farm. She discusses the principles of self-sufficiency, the daily challenges of farming, and the importance of sharing with the community. Valerie reflects on her experiences, including the lessons learned from failures and the spiritual benefits of living a self-sufficient lifestyle. The conversation highlights the connection between hard work, health, and the joy of growing one's own food.

Get to know Valerie:

Valerie Lee was born of goodly parents who lived principles of self-reliance in the suburbs of Los Angeles. Her mother was raised on a farm in Utah where they produced most of their food. Valerie has a degree in accounting and is a CPA. Before she had kids, she worked as an auditor. Raising six bright and good kids is her greatest accomplishment. She and her husband live in the beautiful Central Valley on a micro farm that keeps them very busy.

Join me on November 4, 2025 to hear my full interview with relationship and intimacy coach, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell!

In this episode of "Know It Live It, People Who Live Their Passions on Purpose and their Purpose with Passion" host Laura Hansen Breksa engages in a compelling conversation with Eric Johnson, a family law practitioner known for his commitment to fair divorce practices. Eric shares his insights on the importance of civil negotiation in divorce proceedings, emphasizing the need for honesty and fairness. He discusses the concept of a set-price divorce, which aims to make the process more accessible and equitable for all parties involved. Throughout the episode, Eric highlights how a fair divorce can be achieved through civil negotiation and set-price divorce options, ensuring that both parties can move forward amicably. Tune in to learn more about how these principles can transform the divorce process into a more just and balanced experience.

About Eric:

Eric K Johnson is a lawyer practicing divorce & family law, domestic violence, criminal defense and 9 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Brigham Young University, and has been licensed for 29 years. Eric practices at Utah Family Law LC in Salt Lake City, UT.

https://divorceutah.com/about-us/

• Fairness should guide legal practice, not personal gain.
• Honesty is crucial for fairness in law.
• DIY divorce workshops can help reduce costs for clients.
• Licensed paralegal practitioners play a role in family law.
• Integrity is more important than winning at all costs.
• Understanding the legal system is key to effective advocacy.
• Client relations should be based on truth and fairness.
• Legal ethics require adherence to rules and statutes.
• Justice should be the primary goal in legal proceedings.
• Navigating divorce law requires sensitivity and fairness.