Shortly after my husband and I retired from the military in 2010, we treated ourselves to a couple of ATVs as a gift to ourselves. I got a Arctic Cat XC 450 and my husband got a Honda 700xx. We spent a lot of time on the trails and were thankful that we had an ATV … More ATVing at Jericho Mountain State Park in New Hampshire
I’ve always loved traveling. As a matter of a fact traveling was one of the things I loved about serving in the military. I couldn’t believe the places I got sent to train and work throughout the years. It was exciting to explore new places, meet new friends, and be a part of something bigger … More America’s National Parks Help Heal My PTSD
Wounded Warrior Project got me out of the house last year for a little fall festivities in Maine. It helped open my mind back up to the simplicity of life. Getting out in the community and taking in the fresh air is good for us. Although I was struggling with social anxiety a lot more … More Apple Picking at Ricker Hill Orchards in Maine
This eat clean grocery list was provided by EXOS. Protein (with each meal/snack) Fish Shellfish Tuna (in water) Chicken breast (skinless) Chicken breast (deli) Ground chicken Turkey breast Turkey breast (deli) Ground turkey Steak Lean roast beef (deli) Lean ham (deli) Ground beef Pork tenderloin/chop Omega-3 Eggs Hard-boiled omega-3 eggs Egg whites Skim/1% milk Skim/1% … More The Ideal Grocery List for High Octane Fuel
Camaraderie is the spirit of friendship and community in a group, like the camaraderie of soldiers at war who keep each other upbeat despite the difficulty of their circumstances. Wounded Warrior Project has been a godsend in my life. It started with the first program I attended about a year ago and has only continued to get better. … More Wounded Warrior Project Helps Veterans Build Camaraderie
Dear Airline Carriers, Last night I learned that one of my fellow veterans was denied access to board a plane in Los Angeles, California because he couldn’t produce paperwork for his service dog. First of all, there is no official paperwork. Secondly, by federal law you are not supposed to ask us for paperwork, let … More An Open Letter to All Airlines Regarding Service Dogs
Writing is therapeutic. Since day one of the journey to heal Post Traumatic Stress, writing has been recommended as a way to process thoughts. Throughout the years journals have been provided by the various organizations who help victims of sexual assault because it helps. At first it was suggested you write regardless of whether it … More The Use of Imagery in Writing
In my research to learn more about my own health, I learned that there have been studies conducted that in fact have confirmed that women veterans are at risk of heart disease. And I know exactly why considering I am one of them. I too was red flagged by the VA for being at risk … More Women Veterans, PTSD, and Heart Disease
I started up another round of equine therapy today at Bull Ring Belgians in Denmark, Maine. I felt myself getting jacked right up for the last few weeks. I’ve been feeling raw and like my body is on high rev. I have been staying active to help shake it off, to no avail. I reached … More Equine Therapy for Veterans with PTSD
Thanks to the Wounded Warrior Project, we got the opportunity to attend the Healthy Cooking Bootcamp at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. It was an amazing experience and I am proud of myself for working through my fears and attending this program. I had never really been a cook. It … More The Healthy Cooking Bootcamp for Veterans at the Culinary Institute of America
Jennifer S. Norris 