Be the change you want to see in this world

"Winning starts in the mind. Whatever the mind can conceive, it will achieve."
-Joaquin Nangauta Naputi

"Be the change you want to see in the world."
-Mahatma Gandhi

Saturday, October 28, 2023

The power of smallest achievements can be profound


In lands where ancient cultures dance and sing,

Where stories are woven, and bells do ring,

Lies a truth, both ageless and profound,

In whispers of winds, and in the ground.


"Even the smallest achievements," they say,

"Pave way to great success," guiding the way.

From mountainous peaks to the vast sea's crest,

It's the little steps that pass the test.


In vibrant markets, under golden sun's caress,

The potter's first pot, the seamstress's first dress,

The farmer's first grain, the painter's first stroke,

All are tiny feats, yet hope they evoke.


The dancer's first step, the singer's first note,

The writer's first line, the sailor's first boat,

Though minuscule they seem in the grand parade,

They're the pillars of dreams, on which futures are laid.


For in every culture, tale, or song,

This universal truth carries along.

Greatness isn't birthed in leaps or in bounds,

But in silent, small steps, 

Because the power of smallest achievements can be profound.

(c) mnrivera

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Thursday, October 05, 2023

Fresh Start!


Each day presents a new opportunity to begin again with renewed energy and optimism.  😊

Wednesday, October 04, 2023

Training Directorate Snapshot

Hafa Adai!  Meet the Awesome Training Directorate Team for the USCG Auxiliary!  It was great to meet with the team once again.  There were changes announced, including training development, uniform policy, budget cuts with less C-Schools, and AUXOP, just to name a few.  Despite the challenges, we will push forward and continue to strive for the best to provide necessary training and get missions done!

Training Directorate - 10/4/23 PST, 10/5/23, Guam Time

Tuesday, October 03, 2023

Aloha Smiles 🌸

I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the Aloha smiles during the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii!  Here are a few of them.  Let us continue to move forward and use the knowledge we've gained during our training to carry out our missions to help save lives, one boater at a time!  Aloha & Mahalo!  Si Yu’os Ma’ase’!  Semper Paratus! πŸŒΈπŸ˜€πŸš€

Aloha Smiles - Take 1!  Pictured L-R:  District 14 DCAPT-Execution Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera and USCG Captain Troy Glendye are all smiles at the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii.

Aloha Smiles - Take 2!  Pictured L-R:  District 14 DCAPT-Execution Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera and Flotilla Commander 140-01-14 Suzanne Mann are all smiles at the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii.

Aloha Smiles - Take 3!  Pictured L-R:  AFSO-PE 140-02-24 Mye Ganan-Flores and District 14 DCAPT-Execution Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera are all smiles at the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii.

Aloha Smiles - Take 4!  Pictured L-R:  Henry Chua of the American Samoa Flotilla 140-03-28, Guam Flotilla 140-02-24 Commander Robert Vasquez, Saipan Flotilla Commander 140-02-29 Dr. Carmen Fernandez, and District 14 DCAPT-Execution Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, are all smiles at the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii.


Aloha Smiles - Take 5!  Pictured L-R:  District 14 DCAPT-Execution Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, April Esera of the American Samoa Flotilla 140-03-28, Saipan Flotilla Commander 140-02-29 Dr. Carmen Fernandez, and Guam Flotilla 140-02-24 Commander Robert Vasquez, are all smiles at the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii.


Aloha Smiles - Take 6!  Pictured L-R:  Coxswain Richard Marston of the Guam Flotilla 140-02-24/Retired USCG, D14 DCOS Jodie Nelson, Saipan Flotilla Commander 140-02-29 Dr. Carmen Fernandez, Guam Flotilla 140-02-24 Commander Robert Vasquez, ASC/SO-IS Bob Sajnovsky of the Guam Flotilla 140-02-24, USCG LT Wade Thomson, and District 14 DCAPT-Execution Dr. Matilda Naputi Rivera, are all smiles at the D14 Fall Conference in Hawaii.

National Staff Appointment - Branch Chief: Diversity - Hawaii

It’s truly an honor to be able to serve as the BC-DPH to ensure we make positive things happen for Diversity & Inclusion in District 14.  I hope to create a culture in which everyone feels heard, respected, and able to contribute their ideas and abilities. By embracing diversity, we can access a bounty of creativity and innovation, allowing us to serve the community and accomplish our mission more effectively.