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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

For Those Who See War…

September 4, 2018 by Cathrine Hoekstra

Today's post comes straight from Sam's heart. Last night while we were going through our nightly routine, Sam was sitting at the computer. I had no idea what he was doing until he said, "I'll help with the kids in a minute, I am writing a blog post for you." Okay, I thought, and went about with the nightly routine. After saying good night and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 2018, anxiety, battle buddy, blessed, deployment, dogs, family, feel good, healing, hope, IED, invisible wounds, journey, kindness, love, memories, mental health, military, military spouse, moral injury, nightmare, PTSD, spouses, stress, support, trauma, Veteran, Veterans

Pineapple Salsa, Marco Polo, and Friends

August 28, 2018 by Cathrine Hoekstra

There are just some days that make me want to curl up with a blanket, build a blanket fort, and forget that I am adult and I may have to do 'adult things' like work, go to work every day, pay bills, clean house, and cook meals. Some days I am really stressed. This week has been stressful to start. I teach college writing. I love my job. I love … [Read more...]

Filed Under: 2018, anxiety, blog, breathe, feel good, happy, healing, hope, journey, kindness, stress, students, support

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