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As Chief of Protocol, one of my biggest challenges is navigating the tricky waters of gift-giving, especially when it comes to ORF-eligible gifts. And here in Okinawa, it gets even more complicated - giving an Okinawa-made gift to a local would be considered taboo. But yesterday's gift of custom-made, hand-painted sugar cookies was a huge success! Not only did I get to support a USMC spouse's business, but I also found a way to give a food gift that qualified under ORF (which is no small feat). It's moments like these that make me love my job - finding creative solutions to tricky problems and supporting local businesses at the same time. #protocol #giftgiving #supportlocal #supportmilspouses #ORFeligible https://lnkd.in/gXuVHTnz

“#CopCity-ATL is designed to join Michigan #CampGrayling founded in 1913 when local lumber baron, Rasmus Hanson, donated over 13,000 acres to the State of #Michigan for military training. Camp Grayling has since grown to 147,000 acres that spans over three counties of maneuver area, state-of-the-art ranges and modern support facilities, making it the largest National Guard Training Center in the Country. In fact, there are Forty-Seven other States that have the same or similar plans…So why are so many of these being built all over and around the country? Why on such a large scale and why with such a wide array of training dealing with urban warfare and repression? “ https://lnkd.in/ghpqFGBc

Jonathan Castillo US Army Warrior Rescue (501c3 Nonprofit) Heard something yesterday in regards to PTS/PTSD that’s been on my mind and kept me up all night: Cast take for my active duty folks/vets: You don’t have to see “combat” to have/had stressors in your life or don’t have/had to see “combat” to “talk to somebody.” Sometimes life sucks, it’s stressful at times, go talk to somebody if you need to vent. The military has resources for everyone, they do, leaders look for them and teach/help our folks. If your folks get “turned back” don’t sit back and do nothing, if you do nothing, you are the problem. Stop, listen to understand, not to answer back, understand the situation and take action. Take your ID Card out of your computer, get up and do something. They came to your door for a reason. If you are in uniform discrediting our military and available resources, and haven’t done anything to address the problem/issue, you are the problem too, I said it. If you think leading soldiers stops at 1700, we need to talk. If anybody out there needs help and has reached tracer burn out, call me, don’t Facebook call me, call my personal cell number: 512-289-7559 I’m not going to save the universe but I’m going to die trying, who’s coming? #lostigres #loveendlessly #strongertogether #theyarewatching #dobetter #ivebeenmentoredbygiants #hondotxhasmyheart #sgmapproved

I want to celebrate that Shields & Stripes is able to help these 8 military folks and first responders. I don't share much about the physical, emotional, and mental challenges I had during my time in the military, but after 3 years of being retired, but after reading this post by Steven Nisbet I feel empowered and compelled to say something. Starting at MEPS and continuing through basic, AIT and every single command I supported in my 24+ year career, my leadership told me to keep my medical problems to myself. Being sick was weakness, being injured affected readiness, being depressed would cost me my clearance. I didn't go to sick call, I didn't go on quarters, I didn't report head injuries, I didn't complain about broken bones, numbness in my arms, I minimized SERIOUS medical issues in order to deploy three times, and I never seriously participated mental health therapy. The VA has been a great resource for me to start to undue some of the physical impact my body suffered, but I was never able to crack the mental health code by using VA resources. To me, I felt like an imposter, like how did my trauma compare to that of some of my peers with purple hearts and CABs? How did my trauma compare to the experiences of Vietnam era veterans like my father? After white-knuckling my way through sobriety, and starting to find value in myself as a person, I reluctantly applied for and was accepted into the Shields & Stripes program. It was through their concentrated and collaborative, whole body approach to healing that I was finally able to unpack the container I had filled with trauma, depression, moral injuries, anger, shame, guilt, anxiety, and fear. We all deserve to be whole; to be free of the burdens we carry from our experiences; to be the best version of ourselves. If you are an active duty service member or veteran, or if you are a current or retired LE professional or first responder, you should apply to the program. If you believe that those who day in and day out put their lives on the line deserve to be whole, then please consider reposting, sharing, advocating for, or donating to Shields & Stripes. Feel free to message me if you want to know more about my experience.

Day 24 of the #50Families50Days Campaign TD Foundation provided immediate and direct assistance to a former Green Beret needing financial aid after his pay was withheld due to a clerical error. While serving as an 11B with the 2nd Ranger Battalion, SSG Green was involved in at least two traumatic brain injury events, including an IED vehicle strike and the detonation of an RPG within ten feet. He later earned his Green Beret. Assigned to the 10th Special Forces Group and deployed to Iraq, he was subjected to a chemical agent attack involving mustard gas. These injuries, along with numerous others, led to his decision to leave the military. Due to a confirmed clerical error, his pay was withheld. He needed financial assistance for his security deposit and first month's rent. Thank you note: "Helping one person might not change the world, but it could change the world for one person." He expressed deep gratitude, saying, "Thank you so much for your help. It was such a blessing in our time of need. Life has a way of destroying the best-laid plans, knocking you down, and doing its damnedest to keep you there. Thank you for being the hand to help me back up." To hear more amazing stories of impact from the TD Foundation, please follow along on our social media accounts. Join us in making a difference. One Veteran Family at a Time. To learn more, donate, or start a fundraiser as part of our #50Families50Days Campaign visit the link in comments below. #AliveDay #50DaysofImpact #OneVeteranFamily

As you celebrate #MemorialDay, never forget the reason for this special day. Try to do one thing today that honors our veterans. From attending a Memorial Day parade to visiting the cemetery to volunteering for a veterans-related cause, there are plenty of ways to honor those who are protecting our freedom. Even a heartfelt "thank you" goes a long way. #MemorialDay #RememberingVeterans #HealthcareMarketing #HealthcareCommunications #CreativeAgency #ContentMarketing #ContentCreation #DigitalMarketing #SocialMediaMarketing #MarketingInsights #SFCgroup #MarketingTips #DigitalStrategy

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We're ecstatic with how well our fundraising efforts are going for "In the Shadows of Service" so far! 🎉 But we still have a long way to go! If you're not sure what I'm talking about, the time has come for the modern military spouses' story to be told - in a documentary film. And I wouldn't feel right just creating this film without doing the proper legwork. Rest assured that our team will be doing a few round table discussions with seasoned spouses alongside some new spouses to get the full story. We'll be talking to ALL branches of the military, officer spouses/enlisted spouses, male/female, etc. We will have a well-rounded discussion on the topics that need more awareness. Our plan is to illuminate the lives of modern military spouses, honoring their resilience and strength as they navigate frequent relocations, deployments, and the delicate balance of career and family responsibilities. By backing our Kickstarter campaign, you'll contribute to covering pre-production expenses, including research, marketing, location scouting, and more. Your support will amplify the voices of military spouses and advocate for their well-being. Head over to our Kickstarter page linked below to discover more, pledge your support, and spread the word about this campaign to your networks. Every $1 helps! Together, we can bring these overlooked stories to light and foster positive change. https://lnkd.in/eyySUxaZ #KickstarterCampaign #DocumentaryFilm #MilitarySpouseLife #SocialImpact #IntheShadowsofService #militaryspouseappreciationmonth

New Blog Alert! A touching story on a mother's fight for her and her daughter's future. Learn how The Salvation Army helped out the Landry family at Helpcoloradosprings.com click on the menu then click stories. #doingthemostgood