I've been told that the word "civilian" can be used to describe people who have had no military experience. I also know, that by that definition I fall into the category of civilian. However, I feel that if people are put into categories or given labels, then mine is a little different because I am a military spouse. But recently I was told I … [Read more...]
Weekend Edition: More than Just Cookouts and a Day Off
Forgive my absence for a few days...this has been a long, rough, emotional week at the Hoekstra homestead. Our daughter was promoted to HIGH SCHOOL. You.all. I can't even. It seems just like yesterday she was learning her alphabet, and now she's going to be a freshman (don't blink). Our son completed his last year at his elementary school, and he … [Read more...]
Dear PTSD…
About two years ago I was asked, "what's it like to live with and love someone with PTSD?" I'd never been asked that question before, so it took some time to process. What did I feel comfortable sharing? What did I really know? So, I thought about it and realized that I do know things about PTSD. I know that PTSD does not affect all … [Read more...]