tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post5966936473208638592..comments2023-10-29T03:21:29.436-07:00Comments on BLOG OF A VET'S WIFE: PTSD / Diary of a Vet's Wife goes to The White HouseNancy MacMillanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16322689935908642513noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-59473614211043045782013-08-07T18:21:04.706-07:002013-08-07T18:21:04.706-07:00Sweet Dawn,
Thank you for your gracious words an...Sweet Dawn, <br /><br />Thank you for your gracious words and detailed review. Would love for you to share on Amazon. <br /><br />My struggle was hard and long, but my heart is whole again and I can smile. What hurts is to know how many, many others there are this very minute going through a similar ordeal seeing no way out. <br /><br />But there are ways out now. The problem is finding the strength to face the demon and be willing to share with others. This is not a private battle, it's a national battle.<br /><br />I can only pray that others will find direction before it's too late. There are groups listed in the back of the book waiting to help.<br /><br />And thank you for honoring Lorne by using his name. Only God knows what he saw or did that caused his PTSD.<br /><br />Much love and appreciation,<br />Nancy lolNancy MacMillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16322689935908642513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-51297983344375403782013-08-06T21:21:13.881-07:002013-08-06T21:21:13.881-07:00I finally finished the book. I'm such a slow ...I finally finished the book. I'm such a slow reader & had started the book twice. I am in awe of your journey, your life lessons, your struggles, your strength, the ability to connect with your fear & the depth of your love. This by far is an excellent book that can touch the hearts of so many...not just someone who is a 'family' to the Military but anyone who has struggled with loving someone that was tormented by demons so much so that they're only way out they felt was to end their own life. The guilt the survivor feels & all the 'what if's' that follow. I'm especially glad that you were able to find connections for others like you in the end that you share for those to reach out to. Our VA need to change....if it's 'training' on their part, more volunteers & employed...something...but there will always be someone who struggles with the aftermath of what each War weaves inside the minds of each Veteran...it's a tangled web that destroys them & eats at them as Cancer eats at our cells...how very sorry I am for your loss & also relieved that you are finally able to find some sort of happiness in the good memories you have of him & the strength you have developed from him to tell your story & reach out to help another....Lots of love to you, your family & appreciation for Lorne for his sacrifice...even in the end.Dawn Woodingsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-59480684703882690402013-07-24T06:36:03.257-07:002013-07-24T06:36:03.257-07:00So often my words seem trivial compared to the mas...So often my words seem trivial compared to the masterpieces you compose. That's why your words of encouragement mean so much. Brenda, you too are on a journey of patience and perserverance. One never knows what's around the next corner. That's why we can't stop! My prayers back to you with love. :)Nancy MacMillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16322689935908642513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-3034998654740610882013-07-17T07:50:40.338-07:002013-07-17T07:50:40.338-07:00This is so exciting, truly. I am doing the happy ...This is so exciting, truly. I am doing the happy dance for you as well. I admire your perseverance. This is going to make all the difference. Sending prayer your way. brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05480258485472568272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-72223375565319022232013-07-06T08:56:18.863-07:002013-07-06T08:56:18.863-07:00Hi Carol,
Delighted to see "your name"...Hi Carol, <br /><br />Delighted to see "your name" again. I do understand your quandary. Not enough time to do it all! Had to learn to focus on what moved my mission forward. Try to post once a month, but slip.:) This unexplored journey has peppered my path with bright, compassionate thinkers who have touched my heart and point me in the right direction. Each day is dreamlike because I never know what unexpected gift will present itself that day. I really should keep a journal - one more notebook! :)<br /><br />How's your life - and your writing - and your wonderful artwork that I admire? Have a happy summer and please stop again. :) lolNancy MacMillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07989099567002331058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-64872432038294266392013-07-05T15:39:27.894-07:002013-07-05T15:39:27.894-07:00I have not been keeping track of my old friends at...I have not been keeping track of my old friends at SheWrites as much as I'd like lately (planning to get back to reading all the wonderful writer blogs now) but it sounds like you've come a long long way with your book. I can feel your well-deserved excitement! I am glad it is getting out into the hands of readers. I will look for it on Amazon!Carol Applehttp://www.carolsnotes.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-88684996220996252842013-07-05T07:30:07.140-07:002013-07-05T07:30:07.140-07:00Oh, Chris. I think of you often but have so little...Oh, Chris. I think of you often but have so little time for SheWrites right now. How are you and your amazing family? <br /><br />Your gracious words lift me up when my to-do-list overwhelms my 24-hr days. Abundantly blessed, I must post another blog before Ohio Reunion (8/8-8/20). <br /><br />This magical "niche" I discovered is opening doors all at once. I must stay focused and set priorities. Can you believe, I forgot to order business cards? I'm learning to stop and breath deeply to clear the clutter. Have an amazing summer! lolNancy MacMillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16322689935908642513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-2236738854175005852013-07-05T01:34:33.134-07:002013-07-05T01:34:33.134-07:00I cannot even tell you how excited I am for you! W...I cannot even tell you how excited I am for you! What an amazing journey you have been on. And what a wonderful opportunity this was, not just for you and your book, but for all the Vets and Vets' wives quietly living with this shadow.<br />You are an amazing person and I am blessed to have stumbled across you.<br />Best of luck!Chris Deanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00008694485795818520noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-86597201852420240662013-07-04T21:14:23.871-07:002013-07-04T21:14:23.871-07:00Sweet, Lori,
Yes, that's how I addressed my ...Sweet, Lori, <br /><br />Yes, that's how I addressed my letter. I checked out the proper way on the internet by an official White House scribe? It may go nowhere, but then again, she knows the person who referred me. I'm open to whatever happens. :)<br /><br />You can buy the book at BookLocker, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, etc. Basically anywhere you normally purchase books online since most book stores have closed. Even overseas. Must link a buy button to my blog soon to eliminate this question.<br /><br />How is everything in the woods? Will answer your last great email this weekend or sooner. xoxo<br /><br />Nancy MacMillanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16322689935908642513noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6436750775660143393.post-65984419872999744882013-07-04T20:19:25.257-07:002013-07-04T20:19:25.257-07:00Dear Mrs. Obama. Is that how you started your lett...Dear Mrs. Obama. Is that how you started your letter? I can not even imagine what you must be feeling. My fingers are crossed and I am routing for you all the way. Where can one buy your book?<br />Keep us posted on your new relationship with the Presidents wife. <br />WOW><br />Lori RobinsonAfrica Insidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04480324318328245983noreply@blogger.com