Of Interest to Vets and About Our U.S. Veterans

[SeaBreeze]

I've heard this guest on the coasttocoastam radio show with George Noory in the past. Her name is Joyce Riley and she is a registered nurse who served in the Unites States Air Force in Operation Desert Storm. She is a spokesperson for the American Gulf War Association, and an active advocate for all veterans. Here's one of the sites she's affiliated with, that has information which may interest our vets...http://gulfwarvets.com/

Ms. Riley served as a Captain in the United States Air Force and flew on C-130 missions in support of Operation Desert Storm. She now serves as spokesperson for the American Gulf War Veterans Association who's purpose is to provide education and information for the Gulf War veterans and their families and to seek treatment for the illnesses that thousands of Gulf War veterans now suffer from.

Thanks to all of you for your service and sacrifice.

 

[SeaBreeze]

They had another show with veteran concerns a couple of nights ago. Here's the link to the show site, I think it costs 15 cents a day to join and listen to these past shows if interested. The second link is a program for hospice care for vets.

http://www.coasttocoastam.com/show/2013/08/13

http://www.thetwilightbrigade.com/

 

[That Guy]

Thanks, Breezy.

 

[SeaBreeze]

Benefits of therapy dogs for Veterans with PTSD...http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites...-veterans.aspx

 

[That Guy]

Last week, vet in San Jose lost his therapy dog when it was startled by a loud noise and ran off only to get hit by a car. Hopefully, another dog will be connected with him soon.

 

[SeaBreeze]

Oh my goodness, how sad! I hope he can get another soon, although his heart will still ache for the one he lost.

 

[That Guy]

The news story said the two bonded over their traumatic experiences. What bothers me is they gave him a traumatized dog to begin with. Wouldn't a calm animal be better? Anyway, hoping hear the guy has a new dog.

 

[SeaBreeze]

Yes, a calm dog would have been a much better match. http://dogsforvets.com/how-dogs-help...ans-with-ptsd/

 

[Jillaroo]

I would dearly love to have a small dog, but where i live it's not allowed, i believe a small dog would be great for my loneliness

 

[SeaBreeze]

What about a cat Jillaroo?

 

[Jillaroo]

I am not allowed a pet of any sort SB, but the tourists that stay here can bring their dogs and leave them tied up 24/7 and that's ok

 

[SeaBreeze]

I'm sorry Jillaroo. I never had a dog or cat as a child, and now I can't imagine life without at least one pet. Dogs that are tied up 24/7 ...that's a whole other thread.

 

[That Guy]

I would dearly love to have a small dog, but where i live it's not allowed, i believe a small dog would be great for my loneliness

Even a goldfish can be a companion. Surely you could "sneak" one aboard...

 

[SeaBreeze]

Dogs of war...http://www.arkinspace.com/2013/06/the-dogs-of-war-tribute-to-mwd-military.html

 

[Anne]

Jillaroo, couldn't you have a bird?? I know they're not cuddly, but canaries sing, and would be some company....

 

[SeaBreeze]

Here's a possibility...https://www.perfectpollypet.com/

 

[Ozarkgal]

It comes with a guarantee that it will drive you up the wall in two days or your money back..Good they have a two for one deal..so when the first one drives you nuts, and you smash it with a frying pan, you'll have a replacement, or you could give it to someone who has really pissed you off.

 

[Happyflowerlady]

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I would dearly love to have a small dog, but where i live it's not allowed, i believe a small dog would be great for my loneliness

Small dog would be awesome company for you. Here is one just the right size, Jillaroo...
Serious idea though, is a hamster. They get very attached, and make a great pet.

 

[That Guy]

Dogs of war...http://www.arkinspace.com/2013/06/the-dogs-of-war-tribute-to-mwd-military.html

 

[That Guy]

Jillaroo, couldn't you have a bird?? I know they're not cuddly, but canaries sing, and would be some company....

A canary is a great pet but if no pets are allowed they could easily be discovered and that's why I'm voting for goldfish.

 

[Jillaroo]

I don't like to see birds in a small cage so that's out , and i really don't have a spot to put a fish tank in so will just have to enjoy the tourists dogs

 

[That Guy]

I don't like to see birds in a small cage so that's out , and i really don't have a spot to put a fish tank in so will just have to enjoy the tourists dogs

Yeah, although I love dogs don't have one and just enjoy other people's dogs when they visit.

 

[SeaBreeze]

The Over-Medication of Our Military

Too many of our troops come home to be given cocktails of prescription drugs for anxiety, depression, etc...with no concern for their health and well-being. http://healthimpactnews.com/2013/the-militarys-prescription-drug-addiction/

 

[SeaBreeze]

Guardians of America's Freedom

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The first national monument to a soldier's best friend, recognizing the sacrifices of dogs in combat, was dedicated by the United States Military on Monday...http://usnews.nbcnews.com/_news/201...s-first-national-monument-to-combat-dogs?lite

 

[That Guy]

Don't know if I mentioned this before but . . . In boot camp after they lost my orders for language school, looked like I might become military police. Was hoping to get dogs but realized in training they surely treat you like a dog . . .