Being a long time Milblogger, I get all kinds of stuff sent to me about supporting the troops. Well…this video I received this morning, brought chills down my spine. “We Will Remember Them” is a star-powered collaborative project similar to “We Are the World.” It was recorded int he UK, so I don’t hardly recognize …
I was on Laura Kennedy Live discussing #militarymon, Soldiers’ Angels, Project Valour-IT and just about supporting the troops with my wonderful hostess! You can listen to the podcast here. Scroll down to 9/7 for the link to the podcast. Listen to me, Shelle Michaels, Wounded Warrior Major Charles Ziegenfuss, Mrs. Greyhawk), Blogger – Boston Maggie, …
A CELEBRATION DAY Today is America’s Birthday so wave those banners high be thankful for your freedom as fireworks light the sky Celebrate with honor wear the colors proud salute the flag Old Glory show American pride Hats off to America land of the free and brave our country stands united God Bless the USA …
Today is flag day. To learn about flag etiquette, listen half way on this podcast to hear John Donovan, author of the very popular Milblog Arrgghhh!!! explain it. c/p at Hooah Wife and Friends & Louisiana Conservative Flag graphic from here.
My kids have their last day of school on Monday (a half day). I never let them skip a day, but they will for Memorial Day as they will be attending a ceremony somewhere in the state. This week on my radio show I am going to talk about the true meaning behind Memorial Day. …
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* A successful Soldier’s Angels fundraiser last night!!! Big sloppy puppy kisses to all who came out in the lousy weather! I will have pictures up at Soldiers Angels LA after I IV my coffee. So you say you couldn’t attend and still want to give…no problem. I will gladly accept any donations and even …
I know my readers (from Kiss My Gumbo) expect a daily dose of humor, snark and positive. After all, I am the self-proclaimed “Princess of Positive.” This weekend I would like to take the opportunity to encourage and inspire you to do more as an American than wonder about that missing yellow ribbon magnet that …
My name is Greta. “Hi Greta.” I turn 40 on March 16th and it has been 1 week since I last touched King Cake or beer. Hehehe – feeling silly at 2 AM. I missed the memo that most hysterectomy post-op patients also get INSOMNIA!!! Note to self, call for Ambien tomorrow. Too bad my …
* If you haven’t got into the whole LOLcats & I can has cheezburger craze – time to branch out. My kids love it (me too-guilty). * My friend Beth linked to the Barney Cam for White House cuteness overload. *Go play Simon Sez Santa with your co-workers today. Make Santa, kill Rudolph, pick nose, …
I will leave my usual humorous tone aside today, in honor of all the men and women in the military, both past and present. This is a day of reflection and thanks to all who have served and their families who have served along with them. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and …
Today, I thought I would stir up the hornet’s nest a little and give you my two cents on the war. These are my opinion and observations and you are entitled to yours. All I ask is that you be respectful in the comment section. Rarely, do I delete comment, but I have the power …
Me, the Princess of Positive, feels just awful that the Saints lost last night. They were a speckle of inspiration for a state that has been kicked when it was down, then kicked again and again…and then a little more. Buck up little campers, it isn’t that bad and it ain’t over until….well it ain’t …
I know this is usually an upbeat blog, but today the only thing that seemed appropriate was a tribute to those who were killed on 9/11, 2001. Last year I participated in project 2,996 on my other blog and honored Debra Lynn Gibbon. Saturday I attended the Freedom Walk in Baton Rouge, where we honored …
I wanted to share with ya’ll, the importance of flying the US Flag this Monday. You see, there is a national campaign you will be part of. If you already are flying a flag – great. If your flag is looking ratty and needs replacing – stop at Home Depot or wherever this weekend and …