"Telling our stories is a two fold benefit; we get to process it and release ourselves from the “bad stuff” and others gain insight to our life. This creates a better understanding, more tolerance and increased support for our fellow troops." ~~ Gregg Mays

Let your duly elected officials know where you stand on the constitutional amendment to prohibit the physical desecration of the US Flag. H.J.Res 47 It’s still stuck in the committee. Tell your politicians how you feel – one way or the other.

"I belong to Airborne Veteran's groups and The VFW, The American Legion, The AMVETS - always trying to help-out veterans and local programs at city, county, state and national levels." ~~ D.A.P.

“Today was to be the turning point in my life. Feelings I had buried so deeply had begun to surface. I had taken my first step on a journey that would transport me from my comfortable home back to the jungles of Vietnam, and forward into an uncertain future of pain and betrayal.” – Phil Ferrazano

An email campaign to send Christmas cards to injured soldiers began in October of 2007, hosted by the American Red Cross. After that program ended, supportive Americans continued what was really a good thing – but they didn’t have all the facts.

I received a great response for the review of Charlene Rubush’s e-book Win Over Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This week’s article is more about Charlene herself and the website she created.

"Work hard, keep your mouth shut and lead by example. People do indeed know who you are, many more admire you for what you did and what you stand for – they just don’t tell you." John R. Kovalcik

"Vets are the best to work with. Honor, integrity, honesty and the truth are inbred into 95% of all Vets I have ever worked with." IntePros Federal is an IT Services firm. We support DOD and Federal Agencies by performing IT functions and services.

“When you live with someone with PTSD, you must learn to strike a balance between being a saint (and a doormat) or becoming a drill instructor. Many days you will feel like you are walking a tightrope. Unfortunately, it’s the nature of the beast, and you are not alone!” Charlene Rubush

"I feel it is important to create a direct link between the City of Boise and our local Veterans. We will be able to stay in continuous contact with our local Veterans, assist with military events and holidays, and adjust policy to assist military personnel with things such as affordable housing."