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Two Interviews For and Upcoming Book Will be Riveting and Most Interesting

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Military news…

F-16s intercept Russian bombers flying near Alaska

Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder, the Pentagon’s top spokesman, said the incident remained safe and professional and noted such interactions over international waters near Alaska occur regularly.

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11 Russian troops slain at shooting range as fighting rages in Ukraine

The Russian Defense Ministry said two men opened fire at volunteer soldiers during a target practice session in western Russia, killing 11 of them and wounding 15 others before being killed themselves. The ministry called it a terror attack.

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Blinken: China wants to seize Taiwan on ‘much faster timeline’

China has made a decision to seize Taiwan on a “much faster timeline” than previously thought, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.

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White House clashes with Senate over weapons stockpiling for Ukraine as annual defense bill nears vote
Among the points of contention are a lack of new authorities to procure critical munitions for Ukraine, not enough funding for military construction projects and the temporary nature of a non-competitive hiring process for military spouses.

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Putin tightens grip on Ukraine and Russia with martial law

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared martial law Wednesday in the four regions of Ukraine that Moscow annexed and gave all regional governors in Russia emergency powers that open the door for sweeping new restrictions throughout the country.

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I just have two interviews left and than it is off to the publisher. The two left will be dynamite. One is a Vietnam veteran who was wounded three times. The other is a Gold Star dad. I am sure both will be riviting.

Keep coming back to see more about the progress of my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life. 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.

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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.

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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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A Vietnam Veteran Shares His Story. He was Wounded Three Separate Times.

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Military news…

As Suicides Rise, US Military Seeks to Address Mental Health

In March, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the creation of an independent committee to review the military’s mental health and suicide prevention programs.

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Fort Hood to Be Renamed for Richard Cavazos, a Four-Star Hispanic General

The new name will honor Gen. Richard Cavazos, who is noted for his leadership during the Korean War, when he earned the Silver Star and Distinguished Service Cross for leading the Puerto Rican regiment “The Borinqueneers.” He also served in Vietnam.

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U.S. Military Teaches Living off the Land to Feed Future Warriors

Military leaders say such lengthy supply chains may not be workable in a potential future large-scale conflict and are preparing troops to be more able to live off the land. 

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The Marine Corps Hit All Its Recruitment Goals for 2022

The Marine Corps met its recruitment goals for fiscal year 2022, making it one of the only branches this year to fully reach its target numbers.

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Nuclear Deterrence Drill, Talks on Restocking Arsenals Next up on Nato’s Agenda

The U.S.-led NATO alliance will agree this week to a plan for ramping up munitions and weapons production to replenish stockpiles after months of arms shipments to Ukraine.

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I met a marine yesterday while shopping at Cost Co. He was one hell of a guy. We quickly became friends, and I asked him if I could have his email to keep in touch. He agreed, and I told him I was writing a book on the military and could I interview him. He said yes.

Then he gave me a sneak peak of what happened to him. He was wounded three separate times. Two times by bayonets. One of the bayonet times the bayonet went through both legs. He was also wounded by shrapnel. He said there was a lot of close up fighting going on. He was in Vietnam from 1965-1969. A long haul.

Come back and read his amazing story as it unfolds. 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.

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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.

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Last Reminder That September is Suicide Prevention Month. Get Help if You Need it.

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Military news…

Marine Hikes Appalachian Trail in Honor of Military Brothers and Sisters Who Died by Suicide

The Marine has raised more than $7,000 for four organizations that help combat suicide among veterans.

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Local Combat Veteran Helps Fellow Vets Reconnect With Nature as Part of Effort to Reduce Number of Suicides

Combat veteran Ryan Bowman started the Pennsylvania Outdoor Veterans nonprofit group in 2015 to reduce the number of veteran suicides through outdoor recreational therapy.

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Maine Quilter Warms Hearts of Veterans

A Nobleboro woman has sewn quilts for veterans for 15 years, saying, “It makes my heart happy.”

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Proposed legislation could expand education benefits, veterans’ access to commercial driver’s licenses amid trucking shortage

Two senators have introduced a bill that would allow schools with trucking programs to expand veterans’ access to commercial driver’s licenses as the trucking industry faces a shortage of drivers across the country.

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North Korea is at least 4 nuclear tests away from reaching weapons goals, think tank says Defense experts estimate North Korea is at least four nuclear tests away from creating a tactical nuclear weapon or pairing nuclear warheads to multiple independently-targetable reentry vehicles.

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This is my last push, this month, to remind people that September is Suicide prevention month. Actually every month should be. If you are struggling with what ever is happening in your mind GET HELP! There are some numbers to call below to get that help.

Reminder to checkback often on the progress of my upcoming book, Signs of Hope for the Military: In and Out of the Trenches of Life. I just have two more interviews of veterans to do and then it is off to the publisher. The best way to get updates is to go to the top of this page and click on subscribe. When you do all future posts will go directly to your inbox.

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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.