I know, that's not an appealing title for a post. I have had a few days to really let this one marinate, to brainstorm, to come up with a way to say what I want to say. I also think I know how my students feel when I ask them to write something from the heart, to really think on and reflect on what they want to say. I read an article by one … [Read more...]
Remembering the Fallen–Memorial Day
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...]
War Stories
Have you ever read a book, listened to a Veteran chat about their time in the military, heard a news story, watched a documentary, or movie and thought to yourself, "maybe I'm hearing a war story..." or "that is a powerful story about service?" I have. I sometimes hear them directly from Sam. Now, this is not something that comes up in every … [Read more...]
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