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Seventeen

September 11, 2018 by Cathrine Hoekstra

Seventeen years ago our country changed. I can remember exactly where I was and what I was doing on that fateful day. I imagine most Americans do the same. Today is no different. I remember. A world in crisis. People coming together to help. People risking their lives, sacrificing so much. Already this morning I've fought through tears … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 2018, anniversary, anxiety, battle buddy, blog, caregiver, challenge, deployment, family, journey, memories, military, military kids, military spouse, startle response, stress

My Name is Cathrine and I’m the Wife of a Veteran

June 12, 2018 by Cathrine Hoekstra

Often I’m asked a question that sometimes baffles me…”what’s it like being a military spouse?” You wouldn’t think the question catches me off guard, but it does. Why? I don’t feel like a normal military spouse. I wasn’t married, engaged, or dating Sam during most of his time in the military. In fact, we met as he was preparing to retire … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 2018, anniversary, blessed, blog, family, feel good, happy, journey, kindness, love, military spouse, Navarre Beach, smile, support

Remembering the Fallen–Memorial Day

May 25, 2018 by Cathrine Hoekstra

Memorial Day. A federal holiday in the United States for remembering the people who have died while serving in the country's armed forces. For some, a somber time. For some, a party. A cookout with family and friends. The unofficial start of summer, a reminder of brothers and sisters lost in battle. Some people visit cemeteries and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 2018, anniversary, anxiety, battle buddy, blog, challenge, family, healing, Memorial Day, mental health, military, military kids, military spouse, support, Veteran, Veterans

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