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Every hero has some weakness…

Cross posted to http://www.qoftu.com Check out the new one from Giles Kristian Some days it is hard to remember when I wasn’t struggling to get my Warrior to remember something. Then those days come...

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Inspiration

I saw this today and thought of you guys.  Being a caregiver is hard, especially when you are part of a couple and the Veteran is your spouse.  I loved this so much because its a great description of...

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HOW TO THEME PARK WITH A WARRIOR

Going to a theme park at Christmas seems like a crazy idea, right? But think about it… Many of you have told me stories about how difficult the holidays can be in your households. When you combine...

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I Lived

Coming back from vacation this week I heard this One Republic song and I became a little overwhelmed. For whatever reason, that day, I felt like it was really speaking to me, to all of you, Warriors...

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North Texas/South Georgia Caregivers!

There are upcoming caregiver classes that are being held in Tallahassee if you are interested.  The caregiver office indicated you DO NOT have to be a registered caregiver to attend so please contact...

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New Year Intentions

On my personal blog, I have been writing about New Year “resolutions” for years.  Actually, it’s more my lack of resolutions.  I don’t really think I have ever met someone who made a resolution that...

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Training class

Anyone heading to the training class tomorrow? Please make sure to find me and say hello!   I hope your week is a good one.  (Come on, I am trying to be optimistic here!)

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Managed Chaos

Probably the best part of attending any training class is simply the fact that it validates the struggle. You are not alone as a caregiver and hopefully you have someone to support you in that.  I also...

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Summer is Coming

This is the time of year I both look forward to and simultaneously dread.   Am I the only one?    It seems like my TO-DO list always has 10,000 things on it and some of it gets done but it never...

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Resource Update

I hope everyone is getting ready for an awesome holiday weekend.  Remember to do something fun and productive with your family.  Those memories will be something they carry with them the rest of the...

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Summer Round Up and Holiday Goings On

WOW. I knew I would be busy this summer but I didn’t expect it to disappear in the blink of an eye!  There was a great deal of awesome sprinkle with a bit of not so great.  Isn’t that how life really...

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Resource update: Christmas

Greetings! I hope everyone is well and fully in the preparation of a glorious holiday season!  Realistically, I know this is a stressful time for everyone.  Hang in there, reach out to someone to talk...

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The Odyssey and the Agony

I wasn’t sure what to expect when we applied for a couple’s Project Odyssey through Wounded Warrior Project.  As we have attended other similar events, we did expect some type of group therapy...

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Resource Update: Soldiers’ Angels

There are so many organizations that do such great things.  Honestly, I could post something every day and not be able to catch up with everyone I want to mention.  Today I am posting this group, even...

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Resource Update: A NOTE OF THANKS

WHAT A SUMMER!  Really, what a year 2016 has been.  Does it feel unusually long or is it just me? We have been crazy busy and that generally doesn’t mesh well with appointments but we managed to pull...

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Happy New Year’s Eve! (Look out for a Veteran)

What a year.  Seriously.  In our house, we are really ready for 2016 to be over.  At this time of year, I am always hyper aware of how difficult this evening can be for Veterans to get through so I...

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Help for A Disabled Veteran  

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Training class

Anyone heading to the training class tomorrow? Please make sure to find me and say hello!   I hope your week is a good one.  (Come on, I am trying to be optimistic here!)

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What A Year

I have sat down a million times to write my thoughts down since the election.  Some how, I still can not find the words.   I spent much of the month of November crying and much of the time since has...

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#HurricaneIrma Evacuation for Veterans

  Hey Tampa friends-time to brace for impact.  The storm has shifted and it looks like you will be the first direct impact then she heads up to the Panhandle to us.  We got this. Something to remember...

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