Tag Archives: invisible wounds

Memorial Day Safety Brief

Posted on May 30, 2016 by chris cannida

written by chris cannida, May 30, 2016 In the military, there is an event that occurs every week called a “Safety Brief”. The unit leader will offer several points of guidance to encourage safe living for the service member before … Continue reading →

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The Mandate of a Heart – Holding Warriors’ Stories

Posted on March 17, 2014 by chris cannida

“Without a witness, it just disappears.” – the character of Charles in Taking Chance  The 2009 movie Taking Chance is based on the true story of Lt. Colonel Michael Strobl, a Marine officer who escorted the body of a fallen Marine, … Continue reading →

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Room to grow……

Posted on November 21, 2013 by chris cannida

Maybe we need to be equally grateful for those persons who love us ‘in spite of our strengths’ as we are for those who love us ‘in spite of our weaknesses’.  If you love me in spite of my strengths it … Continue reading →

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