In Anticipation of Memorial Day…Captain Julie Cyr's Story

By Kate's Club | May 24, 2013

Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is a day for honoring and remembering all Americans who have died while in military service.   Here’s a great remembrance of Benjamin Keating by his friend and fellow soldier Julie Cyr.  Julie shares her grief journey and the tremendous importance of telling your story. NPR Story Corps: Captain Julie…

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Six Years Gone

By Kate's Club | January 15, 2013

  Lt. Col. Paul Finken died in Iraq in 2006, leaving behind his wife, Jackie, and their three daughters, Emilie, Caroline and Julia, to figure out which things can heal.  This is a must read article by Leslye Davis and Sarah Kramer in The New York Times.  I really admire the mother’s commitment to not…

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Remembering Military Fathers… and all Dads

By Kate's Club | June 19, 2011

Father’s Day is a day to celebrate the role of fathers in our lives. For those who have lost their Dad, this day carries a different and special meaning. Today on the blog we honor all fathers who are no longer with us. This video features Colin Allen as he talks about memories of his…

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