Tag Archives: military

Letters from the past

When I realized last Friday it was the 25th anniversary of the day the Challenger blew up, it made me think of a letter I once received. Back when my husband Eric was in the U.S. Navy, he sent me … Continue reading

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The Guide to Coming Home

Minnesota Public Radio has created a place online where returning veterans and their families can tell stories of coming home from war, and share advice and tips for reintegration. I found this tidbit of information in the February 2010 edition … Continue reading

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Paying homage

Almost every year since I have worked for the Daily Globe I have attended a Veteran’s Day program somewhere. Having a husband, a father, several uncles, two grandfathers and a cousin who are veterans, the ceremonies never fail to bring … Continue reading

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