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July 09, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

You mean the world to me. You always have. While others seem aloof about your service, I honor you higher than anyone walking the face of this earth. Your service is of the highest order. Thank You!

July 09, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Deav Veteran

July 09, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Please tell me your story (stories). If words aren't working, please try another medium. I want the real thing, no matter how it looks or sound or seems. 

July 09, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

July 06, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

I believe everything in life happens for a reason + everyone has a purpose, whether you know it or not. Just because you experienced a lot of pain and suffering doesn't mean there's no hope left in the world or even in the rest of humanity. Not everyone in the world is a judgemental asshole. There are still people who will care + listen, you just have to find them. There is someone out there who loves you. I love you. Don't loose hope.

July 06, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

July 05, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

I will never be able to truly fathom what you have experienced nor will I ever be able to express how grateful I am for your service. Please know that I pray for the troops each and every night + know you have mine and millions of other people's support. You are not alone. I wish you God's blessings in your life.

July 05, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

July 05, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for your bravery and service. There are a lot of people who love and support you. You are a hero.

July 05, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

July 05, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Your perseverance and strength are widely admired and appreciated. You are respected and loved. Don't give up.

July 05, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

July 05, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

You are a hero. Don't forget that the people you are fighting for support you 100%. I know civilian life isn't the same when you return home. I just hope.you find the love and kindness in the world that you've seen before because it's out there and you're a part of it. Hold onto the future and the adventures God has in store for you. Thank you for your service!

July 05, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

July 05, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

There are people who care and want to help, all around you. There are any many people who love you, please don't forget that. Your voice was made to be heard. Don't give up.

July 05, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 29, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

You are not alone! You are loved!

June 29, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 28, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for being exactly who you are! Your courage and the stories you've lived through and shared are heard by me. You are never alone. Please enjoy all the beautiful days ahead because you deserve it. 

June 28, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 27, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

"Thank you for your service" feels too distant, insincere. The dry kiss of a politician and the muffled clap on your back. It wasn't service you gave. It was your life. Whatever invitations lay behind. Whatever rhetoric colors the narrative ahead. Your minutes, hours, days, months, years YOURS. your breath. And now your memories. Not all BAD. Some numb. Some overflowing with feelings. I don't want to romanticize or glorify. JUST LISTEN. Thank you for sharing. 

June 27, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 27, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for staying strong through everything you have been put through. Keep going because the only way to go from here is forward. 

June 27, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 25, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for sharing your story. It takes courage to open up a part of yourself for the world to see. It benefits us to hear you and I hope it benefits you to be able to share. 

June 25, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 24, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for your sacrifice !

June 24, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 23, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

I want you to know that I and everyone...millions...look up to you. I don't want you to ever give up because I believe in you. I know it's hard and we will never understand but promise me you will never give up.

June 23, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 22, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for your sacrifice, thank you for working towards a better future for the world and joining something bigger than yourself. No one can understand your experiences but you, but I do hope to show appreciation for your work and dedication. 

June 22, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 21, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. I wish you peace and healing and love. 

June 21, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 20, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

YOU MATTER . 

June 20, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 20, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Thank you for your sacrifice! Not everyone could do what you have done. May God bless you + reward you for your loyal service to our country. 

June 20, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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Dear Veteran

June 18, 2017 by Katinka Hooyer

Like all challenges in life, our trials can often seem like they are ours + ours alone to carry. No matter the comforts someone else provides, these feelings are nonetheless mostly our own. I want to just say that the sacrifices you have made are appreciated by many of us + I hope every veteran I treat as a physician is able to gain something positive from our interaction, as I know I will from them. THANK YOU.

June 18, 2017 /Katinka Hooyer
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