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In my heart I am free
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Sunday, February 23, 2014
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Loving a Wounded Warrior Sometimes Can Be Overwhelming
Today has been a difficult day for my wounded warrior. Good Mental health is always an important part of recovery. I have to remind myself often that when he lashes out not to take it personally. Every thing he is experiencing is a creation of his own doing. We can only put distance between us for the moment to ensure safety for all involved. We can love and be loved from a far. Today I wear my ribbon.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Hushed Moments
So many of my moments with my wounded warrior are hushed and Gentle whispers..There is comfort in those moments when we are together...it is was time has afforded us after so many years...
Surprise is such an understatement when his parting whisper was no longer just a whisper...
"MCW"
It's going to be alright..
Surprise is such an understatement when his parting whisper was no longer just a whisper...
"MCW"
It's going to be alright..
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Hearts Never Break
A person’s heart never breaks. However beliefs do,and when they do, it can be emotionally painful. When a partner cheats on us, or lies to us, our beliefs about who they are, what they mean to us, and beliefs about our future dissolve. We call it heart break but it is really a disillusionment of beliefs.
From the perspective that I see things from now.. I am very grateful to the people in my life that broke my heart.
Those were the periods of my greatest awakenings from illusions.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Fine Words
“Four things greater than all things are, - Women and Horses and Power and War”
Rudyard Kipling
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Meeting the Horses for Our Wounded Warriors...
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Horses4Heros
Horses have a long history of being used in programs aimed at rehabilitating individuals suffering from emotional, physical and mental health wounds. One particular therapeutic riding program known as Horses for Heroes, is gaining popularity as an alternative therapy for service members suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and other physical wounds sustained in combat.
In 2007, the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA) developed the Horses for Heroes program after taking a close look at similar pilot programs conducted at Ft. Hood and Ft. Meyer. With the support of the VA and numerous NARHA approved riding centers, the Horses for Heroes program is available to combat Veterans, free of charge, at several facilities throughout the U.S.
About the Program
Many service members battling PTSD avoid social settings that require interaction with others; and by doing so they often become isolated, depressed and detached from the world around them.
One of the many goals of the program is to reintegrate the service member into a calm, peaceful social environment. This goal is accomplished by enabling the service member to work on an individual basis with a horse and therapist. Over time, the service member's confidence and ability to trust increases, but those aren’t the only benefits.
A Good Match
Before beginning the riding portion of the program all participants are carefully matched with a horse that's suited for their particular needs. For example, a service member who is struggling with anxiety issues is paired with a low-key, calm horse.
After being matched with a horse, the service member then takes time to get acquainted with the animal, which begins the bonding process between horse and rider.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
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