In my family we don't have many veterans. My great-grandfather was in World War I, but both my grandfathers were too young to be a part of WWII and my Dad was too young to be in Vietnam. So...I am celebrating the day with my favorite military person: my husband.
I unexpectedly got the day off today. I was getting ready for work and my boss called and told me I could have the day off (paid) so I jumped at the chance to spend some extra time with Sean and Boomer.
It's basically been a lazy day for us and quite honestly it's too hot to really do anything. I'm praying we get our A/C soon. Call me a big pansy, but I'm dying without any A/C. If it were cooler I wouldn't have a problem, but 90 degree days are killing me.
In honor of today I would like to suggest a book for you to read.
It's called Soldier From The War Returning by Thomas Childers. Basically it dispels the myths that WWII Veterans didn't experience any sort of re-adjustment or negative affects from fighting in WWII. He shows documented cases of PTSD, which in those days was called pyschoneurotic disorder.
I highly recommend it.
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While driving around today we actually got to hear this author discuss his book on NPR. He was fascinating to hear, and I am definitely adding it to my "MUST READ" list.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day off with your husband.
That sounds like an interesting book, I'll have to try and check it out. Have an amazing day with your two fav. guys. =]
ReplyDeleteOh I am going to have to go get that book..
ReplyDeleteI went to the cememtary today and laid flowers and flags for Veterans whos graves had not yet be decorated.
I am very thankful