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Seeing as yesterday was Mother's Day, I'd like to take the opportunity to say thank you to my wonderful mom. My mom... Was incredibly strict when I was growing up but I am the better for it. Always made me do my homework first thing from returning home from school. Quizzed me on my spelling words daily. Washed my mouth out with soap when I said no. Had her patience tried on more than one occasion when I refused to sit still in her lap as she tried to braid my...read more
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I, as a 2LT served at the DECA conference at the Orange County Convention Center this past spring. I was assigned to the Army Education booth as the Cadet Command represenative and found the experience to be very enriching. I aided plenty of high-schoolers (Freshman, Sophmores, Juniors and Seniors) in their quest for further information on the ROTC application proccess. I thought it was plenty of fun, honestly. There were plenty of kids that came up and asked me what I was...read more
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During my little jaunt to England and Ireland, I convinced my husband that I needed to go to France...again. I had no idea what I wanted to do in France because he told me going to Paris was not an option. Then, because Mark is so clever, he suggested taking me to Normandy. Brilliant! We were in Dover, England for the day so we hopped aboard the Chunnel and after a 30 minute train ride, found ourselves in Calais, France. We drove the rest of the evening and part...read more
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Ever since September 11, 2001, I have felt the need to testify against terrorism. Mainstream society abjures the practice of using terrorism as a vehicle to meet their objectives. Anyone with a pure heart of goodness would reject radical ideology. Only a terrorist, apostles of hate, would disrupt and dishevel the sanctity of the free world. It is my wish, that no accolades are given to them for their unjust murder of innocence. How could anyone be entangled in such an archipelago of deceit...read more
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We wage war against others Because we have not learned how to love ourselves. I feel on fire like a firefly inside After the bullets from our firefight fly Its only you and I that subside. The way that I feel inside aside Its these war memories outside that reside. In Iraq, I saw God's love that let me live And I experienced Satan's hatred that tested my fate......read more
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Sometimes we all need a break and the chance to unwind... And try new things... So Army land, I'm off on a much needed adventure. This time it's to the Emerald Isle and the UK for a couple weeks of tromping around castles, drinking at a pub...or two...or ten, touring Irish whiskey distilliries, catching a game of football in Liverpool, who knows what else! Off to London Town I go! Cheer-i-o!
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I had the APFT this past weekend. I did more push-ups and sit-ups than I've ever done before. 55 push-ups! 94 sit-ups! That's how I roll. My husband is proud to have a wife whose pecs hurt.
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The month of April has been set aside to acknowledge the sacrifices a military child makes. All I can say is, about darn time. I grew up an Army brat. My dad is my hero for numerous reasons but the biggest being that he gave up so much time he could have spent with his family so he could provide us with the life he never had. So selfless, so full of love. That is the example my father set for me. But being a child raised in the military is hard, so very...read more
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When I agreed to write for this blog, I had no idea that others would read it besides my parents. Then I started getting asked questions about the Army, really tough questions too! This progressed to people actually joining and doing so well for themselves! I'm so excited that Army Strong Stories has helped bring information to those who need it and which has led to really wonderful results. See below: Bree Wienke will be leaving so very...read more
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For 5 years after 9/11 I though every day about being able to serve again, found out end of 2006, felt fantastic and jumped at chance. Did any other soldier think they could not serve again but found out they could?
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