Welcome to my Crochet and Counted Cross Stitch Page

Being a caregiver is a tough job. One way I relax is to do different crafts. My two all time favorites are crochet and counted cross stitch. From time to time I will place patterns and pictures of my work here. Come and visit often. If you like to crochet or do counted cross stitch I would love to trade patterns. Please feel free to contact me.

Christmas presents for friends & family

Craft Links

My Sister Vetwives Pages

IN HONOR OF JUDY!

~~~Anonymous

A strong woman works out every day to keep her body in shape..but a
woman of strength builds relationships to keep her soul in shape.
A strong woman isn't afraid of anything... but a woman of strength shows
courage into he midst of her fear.
A strong woman won't let anyone get the best of her...but a woman of
strength gives the best of herself to everyone, including herself.
A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future...a
woman of strength realizes life's mistakes can also be unexpected
blessings and capitalizes on them.
A strong woman wears the look of confidence on her face..but a woman of
strength wears grace.
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for her journey..but
a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will
become strong.

RECOMMENDED READING FOR WIVES, SWEETHEARTS, SIGNIFICANT OTHERS

1. The first issue of The PTSD Gazette:
 Read the Gazette online or order a free copy.
VERY useful for family. The Gazette will not be published any longer
but copies should be available from the publisher.  Issues cover a
variety of topics, all critical to PTSD families.
http://www.patiencepress.com/

2. "Recovering From the War: A Guide for All Veterans, Family
Members, Friends and Therapists" by Patience H.C. Mason
Order on the Patience Press site by clicking the Books link.
http://www.patiencepress.com/

3. Essential reading if you are new to a relationship with a Vietnam
veteran. Very useful whether you have been married a short time, a
few years, or even decades.
"Vietnam Wives : Facing the Challenges of Life With Veterans
Suffering Post-Traumatic Stress"
by Aphrodite Matsakis
Find this book at your bookstore, library, or go to Amazon.com and
enter "Vietnam Wives" in the Search.

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PRIMARILY FOR WIVES AND SWEETHEARTS

You are not alone.
http://grunt.space.swri.edu/vvetwife.htm

Vet Wive's page & chat
http://www.angelfire.com/ok/VetWives/FAQ.html

Yahoo Groups: Veterans, Wives, Families
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Veterans_Wives-Families/

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USEFUL FOR WIVES, VETS

Yahoo Groups: Namvets with PTSD
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/namvetswithptsd/

Dr.Shay's medications for Combat PTSD
http://www.dr-bob.org/tips/ptsd.html
or
http://www.vwip.org/articles/ptsd-med.htm

Antidepressant Update by Dr Bob Hsuing
http://www.dr-bob.org/tips/antidepressants.html

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