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Supporting Military Families
Tara Crooks | November 28, 2006
Millions of U.S. flags and yellow ribbons fly across the United States in recognition of our servicemembers. And if you are a member of a military family, or even a friend or neighbor, you realize supporting military families takes much more than a ribbon or a flag. Servicemembers and their families give their hearts (and for some their lives) to fight for our country. Every day many military families find themselves in deployment situations. In general, the public does not completely understand the sacrifice of the servicemember but they empathize and support our troops. Military spouses and children understand what servicemembers are facing. But, the general public does not understand what military families endure during deployments. Despite the Department of Defense’s (DoD) many programs and services (designed to support troops in times of war and peace),the American community’s support is imperative for morale and welfare. So how can the public show appreciation? It’s easy to support servicemembers. A simple search of the Internet will turn up many results for organizations accepting donations for care packages, sending personalized letters or gifts, or even a simple way to e-mail the servicemembers a few words of encouragement. It’s more of a challenge when you search for ways to support military families. Communities want to support their military families, but some have difficulty knowing where to start. Admittedly, military families need to be more vocal and express exactly what is needed so that support is felt. Below are some general ways that the public can support the military: Tell Them You Are Proud Show Your Pride Do the Research Help with Chores and Tasks Get Involved – Participate Don’t Forget The Ones Left Behind Communicate Send Care Packages Remember Important Dates and Attend Important Events
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About Tara Crooks
Tara Crooks, or "Household 6" in the Crooks' family, is best known for her ability to motivate and empower others. Tara's journey with the military began in 1998 when she and her husband PCS'd to their first duty station, Ft Hood. She is married to her husband, Kevin (US ARMY), and has two beautiful little girls, Wrena & Chloe. Their family, including two dogs and a cat, is all snuggled in their cozy home in Richmond Hill, GA.
Tara currently writes columns for several military publications, one of which, can be found here on Military.com. Tara also owns and operates two successful websites, www.ArmyWifeTalkRadio.com and www.FieldProblems.com. Featured at CinCHouse.com, Military Spouse Magazine, ClubMom.com, Military.com, Army.com and more, Army Wife Talk Radio is the original internet talk radio program for military wives. The tagline, Our Life, Our Family, Our Soldier, says it all. Tara does a weekly internet talk radio broadcast from the website that features up to date information, tips, and empowerment for spouses. Field Problems, a self-syndicated question and answer column for military families, is co-authored by Tara Crooks with Star Henderson. Field Problems, is available by visiting www.FieldProblems.com. To find out more about Tara visit her blog, www.TaraCrooks.com. Listen to the latest edition of Tara's T.A.L.E. an exclusive podcast found right here at military.com. Tara's T.A.L.E. - Talking. Advising. Learning. Empowering. A Weekly Podcast Sharing Resources, Tips, Conversation, and Encouragment For The Military Spouse & Family. What's Hot
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