Hi,
I’m getting in touch with you regarding your Military website. I’m
currently working with http://www.militaryeducation.org. They
specialize in educating others who are interested in Military
Scholarships.
They have created a new Military Infographic, which I thought might
interest your readers, as it provides a visual way to understand the
“True Cost of Military Equipment Spending”. We are very interested in
getting the opinions of Soldiers who have or are currently serving in
the Military, as well as their families.
You can review the graphic at
http://www.militaryeducation.org/military-equipment/. If you like the
graphic, I’d appreciate if you could add it to your blog or share it
through your social media accounts. Whether you think the cost for
Equipment is too high, or not high enough, we are very interested in
hearing your opinions.
I would also love to see post on areas you think the Military should
spend more money on. We believe more money should be allocated to
soldiers and their families, but want to see what ideas you may have.
If you would like to display the graphic on your blog or website you
can easily copy and paste the code from our site.
I’m available Monday to Friday 8am-7pm CST, and can be contacted via
telephone at my direct line (913) 837-3055 and also by my direct email
westinfographic@gmail.com
PS. I am more than happy to help you share any future blog post you
are trying to get more visibility to.
Thanks,
Jonathan West
Marketing Director
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
National Guard 101 – a new book with content for your site!
Dear Brandon,
I work for a book publishing company specializing in military titles. We think you will be interested in the following book coming out this month, just in time for the National Guard's 375th birthday on December 13:
Book: National Guard 101: A Handbook for Spouses
Book's webpage: http://tinyurl.com/28crsc2
Author Mary Corbett's website: http://www.marycorbett.com/
Written in a lively and informal style, National Guard 101 demystifies the Guard's unique hybrid civilian-military lifestyle. It is a must-read book for every National Guard family member. Mary's book coverspractical knowledge about the history of the National Guard; understanding rank; social life in the Guard and family programs; the benefits and assistance resources available to Guard families; and the process of setting up a Personal Assistance League (PAL) to provide support during deployment.
Kind regards,
Lindy Gervin
Savas Beatie LLC
P.O. Box 4527
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
www.savasbeatie.com
Voice: 916.941.6896 (9-5, Pacific Standard Time)
Fax: 916.941.6895
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I work for a book publishing company specializing in military titles. We think you will be interested in the following book coming out this month, just in time for the National Guard's 375th birthday on December 13:
Book: National Guard 101: A Handbook for Spouses
Book's webpage: http://tinyurl.com/28crsc2
Author Mary Corbett's website: http://www.marycorbett.com/
Written in a lively and informal style, National Guard 101 demystifies the Guard's unique hybrid civilian-military lifestyle. It is a must-read book for every National Guard family member. Mary's book coverspractical knowledge about the history of the National Guard; understanding rank; social life in the Guard and family programs; the benefits and assistance resources available to Guard families; and the process of setting up a Personal Assistance League (PAL) to provide support during deployment.
Kind regards,
Lindy Gervin
Savas Beatie LLC
P.O. Box 4527
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
www.savasbeatie.com
Voice: 916.941.6896 (9-5, Pacific Standard Time)
Fax: 916.941.6895
Join us for publishing and marketing blogspeak.
Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
DECORED FAMILY LIGHTS UP THE LIVES AND THE HOMES OF MILITARY FAMILIES
Christmas Decor Celebrates Its Ninth Year of Spreading Christmas Cheer
Lubbock, TX – This holiday season, Christmas Decor will be bringing a little extra holiday spirit into the homes of military families for the ninth annual Decorated Family Program. With more than 100,000 American men and women deployed overseas this holiday season, families across the nation are facing the challenge of preparing for the holidays without their loved one. For all that those deployed do for our country; Christmas Decor is giving a little back to the families of these brave men and women.
Christmas Decor, the nation’s leading professional holiday & event decorating franchise, began the Decorated Family Program in 2003 after a franchisee attended a holiday dinner party and began to consider all of the men and women overseas who will not be able to celebrate with those they love. The program, now in its ninth season, was created to thank our country’s soldiers for their dedication and support by decorating their family’s homes.
Each holiday, hundreds of Christmas Decor franchisees nationwide participate in this event by donating their products, resources and time to decorate the homes of local military families as part of the Decorated Family Program.
“It is so rewarding to see how much happiness our decorations bring to these families. For all of the sacrifices their loved ones make for us to have a happy and safe holiday, they are so deserving of some extra holiday cheer” said Blake Smith, President of Christmas Decor.
People can nominate deserving military families in their community by filling out the nomination form available on the Christmas Decor fan page on Facebook. When the form is completed and submitted, it is automatically sent to Christmas Decor Corporate via decoratedfamily@thedecorgroup.com. This form allows people to explain why the family should become a “Christmas Decor Decorated Family.” Winners are awarded based on their location (to ensure there is a local franchise to provide the award) and the impact of their story on the judges. People can also post their Decorated Family stories on the Christmas Decor fan page on Facebook to enter a contest to receive a special prize. The lucky winning family will be the one with the most “like” votes on the Facebookpage.
“It kind of brought the holidays here because before it was going to be a low-key Christmas,” said Kim Chapman of Phenix City, Ga., wife of deployed Spec. C.J. Chapman, a mechanic for the U.S. Army. “Military, they go, they do their thing. Sometimes they feel forgotten. This made C.J. feel so special. It was a great way to say ‘Thank you.’”
“It was probably one of the best Christmas present I’ve ever had. It’s pretty much like a dream come true,” said Kim’s husband, Serg. C.J. Chapman, who was able to see his home decorated briefly upon his arrival home after a tour overseas before having to return to Fort Worth, Ga. for reintegration classes.
The gratification is often two-fold. Auburn-based Christmas Decor franchisee, Barry Jowers, expressed his thoughts on decorating the Chapman’s home for the holidays, saying, “It’s really humbling see how appreciative someone can be like that. I got a lot of out of it. Just seeing how happy she (Kim Chapman) was, it makes me tear up.
In more than 350 markets, Christmas Decor, Inc. is now the largest professional holiday & event decorating franchise. The company offers a complete decorating service program including display design, installation, maintenance, and removal of holiday lighting and decorations. Now the franchise is in the enviable position of being able to give back to communities.
“These service members and their families are real life heroes,” said Smith. “We want to show our gratitude for all that they do for our country.”
The company is seeking to attract hundreds of nominations that result in decorating at least 200 homes for the 2011 holiday season. The deadline for nominations is November 11th, 2011. For more information about the Decorated Family Program please visit the company’s website, www.christmasdecor.net.
About Christmas Decor
Since its inception in 1986, Christmas Decor has risen to become the premier holiday lighting and decorating company in North America. The Texas-based company was founded by Blake Smith as an off-season supplement to his landscape business and as a method to provide year-round work for employees. Christmas Decor quickly emerged as a viable business opportunity and today, operates in more than 350 markets in 48 states and Canada. Plans are underway to open locations in more than 100 new markets through franchise expansion in select communities around the country. Christmas Decor is highly revered in its field and has received consistent recognition for its efforts; some highlights include having been named one of a Top Ten Home Improvement Franchises for 2008 by Entrepreneur Magazine and AOL Small Business. Christmas Decor’s parent company, The Decor Group, also offers the Nite Time Decor franchise opportunity, a growing 30-unit concept specializing in architectural and landscape lighting services. For more information, visit www.christmasdecor.net.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Silent Health Risks for Veterans
When considering the health risks of serving overseas, many focus on the immediate and apparent dangers of combat. There are a number of additional and silent threats to the health of veterans that are not nearly as obvious, however. While these lesser known threats may not be publicized nearly as well, they are just as real, and should be treated if they are discovered or become apparent.
Many of the largest silent health threats to veterans arise from material, building and environmental standards that differ abroad. Certain substances and practices whose use is restricted in the United States due to health reasons are not so thoroughly managed overseas. The risks, while not as obvious, are still worthy of concern.
For instance, asbestos is no longer used in domestic buildings, but was prevalent in most foreign conflicts ranging from World War II to the Persian Gulf. The result is a marked increase of rare aggressive diseases like mesothelioma, more commonly known as lung cancer. In fact, not only is the incidence of lung cancer higher among veterans, but the survival rate is also lower.
Another health risk involves exposure to the chemicals and substances commonly used in weapons. Chemical, radiological and biological agents are often constituent components in modern weapon systems, and even the best protective measures are usually not sufficient to shield veterans from their effects. In some instances, contact to depleted uranium can even introduce health risks passed on to veterans' offspring, thus placing another generation at risk of health issues.
Of course, the mental health toll of military service cannot be overlooked. Recent studies have determined that nearly a third of veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan between 2001 and 2005 were treated for mental illnesses. The most common of these is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a condition that can occur after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. PTSD often leads to substance abuse, cognition and memory issues, and other physical or mental health issues. Depression, anxiety disorder, adjustment disorder and substance abuse disorder are other common mental health risks.
While the real and obvious dangers of foreign service are often dramatized, the silent threats are just as real. If you or someone you love suffers from one of these, it is important to seek treatment from your local Veteran's Administration or another qualified health provider. Fortunately, support systems and treatment options are available for these and other health risks associated with serving our country, and their use is one of the many ways of expressing gratitude and appreciation for such valuable service.
Douglas Karr, USN Veteran
Operations Desert Storm & Desert Shield
[Edit: I received an email from an Outreach Coordinator at The Mesothelioma Lawyer Center, who after coming across this page asked if I could put a link to their site. If interested check it out here: https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org]
Many of the largest silent health threats to veterans arise from material, building and environmental standards that differ abroad. Certain substances and practices whose use is restricted in the United States due to health reasons are not so thoroughly managed overseas. The risks, while not as obvious, are still worthy of concern.
For instance, asbestos is no longer used in domestic buildings, but was prevalent in most foreign conflicts ranging from World War II to the Persian Gulf. The result is a marked increase of rare aggressive diseases like mesothelioma, more commonly known as lung cancer. In fact, not only is the incidence of lung cancer higher among veterans, but the survival rate is also lower.
Another health risk involves exposure to the chemicals and substances commonly used in weapons. Chemical, radiological and biological agents are often constituent components in modern weapon systems, and even the best protective measures are usually not sufficient to shield veterans from their effects. In some instances, contact to depleted uranium can even introduce health risks passed on to veterans' offspring, thus placing another generation at risk of health issues.
Of course, the mental health toll of military service cannot be overlooked. Recent studies have determined that nearly a third of veterans from Iraq and Afghanistan between 2001 and 2005 were treated for mental illnesses. The most common of these is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a condition that can occur after witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. PTSD often leads to substance abuse, cognition and memory issues, and other physical or mental health issues. Depression, anxiety disorder, adjustment disorder and substance abuse disorder are other common mental health risks.
While the real and obvious dangers of foreign service are often dramatized, the silent threats are just as real. If you or someone you love suffers from one of these, it is important to seek treatment from your local Veteran's Administration or another qualified health provider. Fortunately, support systems and treatment options are available for these and other health risks associated with serving our country, and their use is one of the many ways of expressing gratitude and appreciation for such valuable service.
Douglas Karr, USN Veteran
Operations Desert Storm & Desert Shield
[Edit: I received an email from an Outreach Coordinator at The Mesothelioma Lawyer Center, who after coming across this page asked if I could put a link to their site. If interested check it out here: https://www.mesotheliomalawyercenter.org]
Friday, February 11, 2011
HBO Documentary Films Presents - THE BATTLE FOR MARJAH
Hello Brandon,
I thought your readers might be interested in the upcoming documentary, THE BATTLE FOR MARJAH debuting exclusively on HBO, Thursday, February 17th. The film is the harrowing story of the U.S. Marines’ battle to liberate a key Afghanistan town. The premiere marks the first anniversary of this historic battle.
Journalist Ben Anderson, who spent two months with the American forces, offers an extraordinarily intimate look at the brutal realities of modern-day warfare in the The United States’ largest offensive in the war to date. Afghanistan: Operation Moshtarak was the first attack launched after the administration announced plans to send 30,000 troops to Afghanistan, serving as a key test of the U.S. counter-insurgency strategy against the Taliban. The campaign had four distinct phases: clear Marjah of Taliban, hold all ground seized, build infrastructure and governance, and transfer control to Afghan security forces. In addition to chronicling the operation, THE BATTLE FOR MARJAH asks whether the policy is a successful prototype for winning this kind of war.
You can download the key art, movie stills, trailer, and press release from the link below:
http://www.thebattleformarjahoutreach.com
Feel free to share any of these assets, but please note that this site was designed specifically for webmasters.
If you are able to share this exciting content please send me a link to where it is placed on your site.
The film debuts on THURSDAY, FEB. 17 (9:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.
For more information http://www.hbo.com/documentaries/the-battle-for-marjah/the-battle-for-marjah
On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/hbodocs & On Twitter: @HBODocs
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Thank You,
R.N. Rosenduft
Manager of Social Media | BLT & Associates
6430 Sunset Blvd | Los Angeles, CA 90028
I thought your readers might be interested in the upcoming documentary, THE BATTLE FOR MARJAH debuting exclusively on HBO, Thursday, February 17th. The film is the harrowing story of the U.S. Marines’ battle to liberate a key Afghanistan town. The premiere marks the first anniversary of this historic battle.
Journalist Ben Anderson, who spent two months with the American forces, offers an extraordinarily intimate look at the brutal realities of modern-day warfare in the The United States’ largest offensive in the war to date. Afghanistan: Operation Moshtarak was the first attack launched after the administration announced plans to send 30,000 troops to Afghanistan, serving as a key test of the U.S. counter-insurgency strategy against the Taliban. The campaign had four distinct phases: clear Marjah of Taliban, hold all ground seized, build infrastructure and governance, and transfer control to Afghan security forces. In addition to chronicling the operation, THE BATTLE FOR MARJAH asks whether the policy is a successful prototype for winning this kind of war.
You can download the key art, movie stills, trailer, and press release from the link below:
http://www.thebattleformarjahoutreach.com
Feel free to share any of these assets, but please note that this site was designed specifically for webmasters.
If you are able to share this exciting content please send me a link to where it is placed on your site.
The film debuts on THURSDAY, FEB. 17 (9:00-10:30 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.
For more information http://www.hbo.com/documentaries/the-battle-for-marjah/the-battle-for-marjah
On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/hbodocs & On Twitter: @HBODocs
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Thank You,
R.N. Rosenduft
Manager of Social Media | BLT & Associates
6430 Sunset Blvd | Los Angeles, CA 90028
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