I guess I’m not quite sure, but I do know a couple of parents are not happy about this! I had this exchange with Kristin today. Contact: September 4, 2009 Kristin McLaren-Mickal St. Tammany Republican Parish Executive Committee Member at Large STATEMENT REGARDING PRESIDENT OBAMA’S ADDRESS TO ST. TAMMANY PUBLIC SCHOOLS “As a parent of …
Grief is like the wake behind a boat. It starts out as a huge wave that follows close behind you and is big enough to swamp and drown you if you suddenly stop moving forward. But if you do keep moving, the big wake will eventually dissipate. And after a long enough time, the waters …
No rhyme or reason – just not there. Someone give me a swift kick in the ass or dangle a writing paycheck in front of me! FYI went higher up in the Army and also sent my resume out for a couple of jobs. We will see. Until then…Angel Power!
I have my Google “Greta alert” on because I like to keep up with other Greta’s in the world. Damn those couple of famous ones who will always beat me out on Google search. Anyhoo, for those who know my politics and my thoughts on global warming…this one is sooooo not me but thought I …
* This tattoo was too cool not to share. My lunch date (see pic below – tall guy) had this on his leg. He was hit by an RPG and is missing some of the muscles in his leg. He can still press 500 pounds and competes in events (marathons, triathlons – you name it) …
Thought you might appreciate this info from my friends at Tales of the Cocktail. Social media is NOT a waste of time! It is an effective tool! @kissmygumbo says so! Tales of the Cocktail Social Media Success: * 73.7% of attendees followed Tales of the Cocktail on Facebook, Twitter (48.6%) and the Talesblog (31.7%) * …
If you have not been listening to my weekly radio show – what is your problem? Shame on you! Haha! If you have been listening – THANK YOU!!!! OK – so your weekly Saturday show falls on the Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina…what do you talk about? D’uh!!!! And as I write this, still looking for …
What is it going to take to put you in that car? An Army recruiter is similar to a car salesman (if you ask me). Unless there are a plethora of people banging at the door (which would be to my dismay), they should take every recruit (shopper) very seriously. In my black and white …
If you missed last week’s radio show – don’t miss the podcast. My co-host, Chuck Collins and I had a fast and furious hour packed with information and also quite entertaining (I’m biased). Our first guest was Gisela Chevalier. She grew up in Cuba and immigrated to the US in 85 – became and American …
Sgt. 1st Class Donald Johnson Sgt. 1st Class Donald Johnson, the electronic warfare officer of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, Multi-National Division-Baghdad, talks with local Iraqi kids while on a patrol. Photo courtesy of United States Army Taken by Pfc. Evan Loyd These brave men and women sacrifice so much in their …
If you have been following my Louisiana Military Roundups, you will notice lots of links about Bobby’s Tour de Louisiana, passing out the Louisiana Honor Medal. We are only one of 2 states offering these and that in itself is very cool. As to how Bobby spends his time and if he is being an …
Selfish, Patriotic, crazy, a dream, an opportunity….these are all words that come into play now that people know I’m trying to join the Army Reserves. The first recruiter obviously was not well-informed and pretty much said I was too old to go any route but Enlisted. Well….plan B – try another recruiter. My friend signed …
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***Welcome home 115th Combat Support Hospital medical crew ***Shreveport memorial possibility for lost WWII submarine ***Troops conduct serious training at Fort Polk ***Governor Jindal gives more Louisiana Veterans Honor Medals in Ruston Monroe and also St. John c/p at Soldiers’ Angels LA
Competing in a traithlon again felt fantastic – even if I was in the Masters Division (must deal with that title I guess). Of course, it make me think of that Seinfeld episode about “Master of my Domain.” LOL! My main goal was to complete it (1/4 swim, 13 ride, 2 run) and in the …