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Hello!
I'm a spouse of a viet nam veteran. He in fact lives there today. He is 100% disabled from Viet Nam with PTSD. Christmas is his bad time of year. We have just separated as of 11/17/09. He has a small apartment in a town across the river from me. I check on him at least once a day to see how he is doing (even though we are separated) and so do others. He is very sick this time of year.
Any suggestions?
The worst he has ever been was the year he got dressed up in camo, put the stuff on his face, loaded his rifle and called me GOOK over and over again. I was his "prisoner"....I was lucky to get me & the dog out alive. Although I think the dog was relatively safe? I just don't want him to get that bad this year. He is alone now.

SL
StellarLove's profile
Welcome, StellarLove!
This time is a bad time of year for a lot of Vets- me included. I don't know why, because I can't explain it. But it is most important to check on your husband every chance you get. Have friends dial him up or drop by. He is very susceptible to harm himself and maybe others. I hope he is getting the treatment he needs.
I, myself, hate to be alone for the Holidays. I try to surround myself with friends and family.
unkakorndog's profile

over 2 years ago
CONQUERING HOLIDAY DEPRESSION

From Larry Scott, VA Watchdog dot Org

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unkakorndog's profile

over 2 years ago
He actually is here more than he is there so far, so all is good SO FAR this season....he seems to be doing better on his own lol
StellarLove's profile

over 2 years ago
You know what I mean by "on his own" meaning having his own space - his own apartment to go to. Don't worry, I am checking on him! And I will continue to.
peace
StellarLove's profile

over 2 years ago
Welcome to the group Stellarlove, I hope you can find a bit of peace in your holiday season.
GaryJames's profile

over 2 years ago
Welcome, StellarLove!....My thoughts and support are here for you and Yours!..I Thank Him for his Service!!!!
Blondie2's profile

over 2 years ago
Thank you all; and yes I am just looking forward to some peace this holiday season. And my house is decorated to the max! :-) SMILES :-)
StellarLove's profile

over 2 years ago

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