Every so often I am asked what it is like to be a military wife. Some questions are, "How did you handle deployment?" or "what was it like living on a base?" And usually I say something like, "well, my husband's not deployed, he's returning home." That sometimes gets an odd look, and a sympathetic smile, but truth is, I feel that Sam is … [Read more...]
Today We Honor Vietnam Veterans
Today is a special day. At 10:00 a.m. there is a ceremony welcoming home Veterans of Vietnam and the Vietnam era. I'm honored to attend this special occasion which will be at the Marion VA Behavioral Health Building. Sam and his Peer Support co-workers put together this event last year. It was very heartwarming to see Veterans walk in to a … [Read more...]
Today I’m Going to My First VA Appointment…
This morning we are up early at our house. Normally a Friday morning (for me) consists of getting up, getting ready for the day, getting the kids to school, and enjoying some coffee/relaxing before school. This morning is a little different. I am up and ready to go to Sam's VA appointment. This is not just a regular appointment, this is a … [Read more...]