Monthly Archives: June 2016
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); military personnel suffer a greater number of tragic or life threatening events that cause reactions such as flash backs, upsetting memories of the event, increased jumpiness, or trouble sleeping.
I found a solution to help me 20 years ago and that is horseback riding. Initially, I did not recognize horseback riding as a form of therapy for PTSD. I soon learned that my personal wellbeing was directly affected.
I have found that interaction with “Tommy,” a quarter horse,
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Writing Veterans’ Reflections was difficult at times, especially when I was listening to firsthand accounts of combat. Once a Korean War combat veteran called me at home three weeks after his story was completed.
He said, “when reading my own story, those days in Korea rushed back like it was yesterday.” I listened as he wrestled with his emotions. Months later, he told me how much he appreciated his story being recorded for future generations, especially his grandchildren.
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The stories in Veterans’ Reflections: History Preserved will put you in the middle of the action of our nation’s wars and conflicts. Through 60 firsthand accounts and stories of veterans who served during World War II, the Cold War, Korean War, Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam War, Korean DMZ Conflict also known as the Quiet War, Operation Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan); you’ll find yourself paying tribute to every veteran you meet. The military service of millions of Americans is reflected in these stories.
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