Army unveils the M10 Booker, its first new combat vehicle in two decades.

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Military news…

Army unveils the M10 Booker, its first new combat vehicle in two decades
The Army’s first new major combat vehicle in two decades will be known as the M10 Booker Combat Vehicle, honoring fallen soldiers killed in the Iraq War and World War II, service officials said.

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Texas National Guard to build buoy barrier in Rio Grande to deter border crossings

The Texas National Guard will build 1,000 feet of barrier in the Rio Grande using four-foot-tall buoys to deter migrants from crossing into the United States from Mexico between legal ports of entry, Gov. Greg Abbott announced.

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Proposed 5.2% pay raise for troops singled out for protection amid defense bill negotiations

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., on Wednesday urged the leaders of the Senate Armed Services Committee to spare troop pay from any negotiations over potential budget cuts.

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Zelenskyy says ‘counteroffensive, defensive actions’ taking place in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that counteroffensive and defensive actions were underway against Russian forces, asserting that his top commanders were in a “positive” mindset as their troops engaged in intense fighting along the front line.

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Ukraine recaptures village as Russian forces hold other lines, fire on fleeing civilians elsewhere

While the recapture of Blahodatne pointed to a small Ukrainian advance, Western and Ukrainian leaders have repeatedly cautioned that efforts to expel Russian troops more broadly are expected to take time.

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Do you hate waiting? I know I do. Even while I was in the Army they said, “Hurry up and wait.”

We have to wait for everything: For the red light to change, for that important mail, waiting in line.

It drives some nutty to have to wait very long. What can we do to take care of that?

  1. Patience is always important in these kinds of things.
  2. Know that when you finally get the things you waited for, it is good.
  3. Support others who are waiting for something.
  4. Find things to take your mind off of what you are waiting for.

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One of the things we have to wait for is getting things done with the VA department. I am there myself. I have two pleas for compensation that I have been waiting for, too many years. I will not give up. I know I have earned them, and will pursue them until my last breath.

I know this is harsh, but I truly believe that are waiting for us to die.

NEVER GIVE UP!!

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I am still waiting to have a couple more interviews of veterans for my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military, in and Out of the Trenches of Life. When I get those done, then it is off to my publisher, Bookbaby.

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Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up.

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Marines want to use Tomahawks to sink enemy ships from 1,000 miles away.

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Military news….

Taliban Moving Captured US Military Vehicles and Soviet Tanks to Iranian Border

On May 27, fighting broke out in Nimroz province in southern Afghanistan between the Taliban and Iranian border guards. At least three people were killed in the exchanges of fire.

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Marines want to use Tomahawks to sink enemy ships from 1,000 miles away
The Marine Corps’ current anti-ship system has a range of just 115 miles.

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I have had three dynamite interviews lately:

  1. A submarine veteran- Not just any submarine, but a nuclear submarine. There are some shocking stories that he shared.
  2. A Vietnam veteran- He was wounded three times. He went back to Vietnam three times.
  3. A Gold Star father- His story will melt your heart.

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There are thousands of stories like those above in my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life. Keep coming back to see others. Better yet…go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. when you do all future posts will sent directly to your inbox.

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Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you struggling?

FEAR NOT!

There are over 14,910 veterans on this site who have your back.

Here is what I am asking you to do…please share this site with as many other veterans as you can. It has helped so many.

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If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!

Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.

1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

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Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up!

Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you struggling?

FEAR NOT!

There are over 14,910 veterans on this site who have your back.

Here is what I am asking you to do…please share this site with as many other veterans as you can. It has helped so many.

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If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!

Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.

1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

______________________________________________________________

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up!

Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you struggling?

FEAR NOT!

There are over 14,910 veterans on this site who have your back.

Here is what I am asking you to do…please share this site with as many other veterans as you can. It has helped so many.

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If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!

Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.

1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.

______________________________________________________________

Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up!

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

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Spending Time with Other Veterans is Vital to Remain Mentality Healthy.

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Military news...

Marine Corps drops charges against lance corporal who spent 113 days in the brig
Lance Cpl. Catherine Arnett’s legal problems began when she refused to get vaccinated for COVID-19.

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The Marine Corps is doubling down on loitering munitions ahead of the next big war
Here comes the swarm.

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Fighter Jets Chase Small Plane in Washington Area Before it Crashes in Virginia

The U.S. scrambled F-16 fighter jets in a supersonic chase of a light aircraft with an unresponsive pilot that violated airspace around Washington D.C. and later crashed into the mountains of Virginia, officials said.

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Washington Approves Another $300 Million in Military Aid to Ukraine

The package includes additional ammunition for drones and long-range artillery. It also includes additional munitions for Patriot air defense systems as well as munitions for other air defense systems, including Stingers, Avengers, and Aim-7 systems. 

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It is important to stay connected with fellow veterans. I have been trying to do that for years.

I have a friend that I meet with every Tuesday and Thursday for coffee. We catch up with the world, and our feelings. Always feel refreshed when I leave.

I have a Zoom meeting every Tuesday morning. There is a veteran on there, and we even went to high school together. Fun stories and serious talk.

Seek out other veterans and share your good stories and your hurts.

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Some people think we should be cutting back on funding for the military. Are they deaf and blind? We are near a war with several countries, and the writing on the wall says, stand ready!

Can’t be ready if we are cutting back on equipment and troops.

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I am still waiting to have a couple more interviews of veterans for my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military, in and Out of the Trenches of Life. When I get those done, then it is off to my publisher, Bookbaby.

Keep coming back to see the updates on the book. Better yet…go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will go directly to your inbox.

_______________________________________________________________

Checking in on you. How are you doing? Is everything going OK, or are you fighting back memories?
FEAR NOT!
There are over 15,219 Veterans on this site who have your back.
If you are battling mentally, but you are losing, GET HELP!!
Here is a toll free number that you can call 24/7. There are highly qualified counselors there to help you, and they will not hang up until they know you are OK.
1-800-273-8255…texting 838255.
_____________________________________________________________
Remember:

You are never alone.

You are never forsaken.

You are never unloved.

And above all…never, ever, give up.

+Now there is an easier way to get help. Just dial 988, and you will have help ready for you.

_____________________________________________________________

+If you like what you see, please subscribe at the top of this page where it says, “subscribe.” When you do, all future posts will come directly to your inbox. Also, if you know some else who could benefit from this site, please let them know.