"Standing Watch" is one woman's story of how her life changed when her daughter, SA Kesha Stidham, was injured in the bombing of the U.S.S. Cole that took place on  October 12, 2000. Uncertain if her daughter was dead or alive, she gradually gained the strength to deal with her own fears and to help others in grief deal with their losses as well. Laced with spirituality and understanding, this book traces her journey from the shadows of her fears to the acceptance of the changes that life can bring, and how they can enrich one's life.

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100 Essential Resources for Military Spouses and Families.

Moving around the country or the world can be trying on you and your family. Check out these resources for assistance and support with your move.

www.intrepidmuseum.org/foundation_heroesfund.html
The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund provides grants to the families of service men and women who died in Iraq. You can donate online, through mail or by calling a toll-free number.

www.fisherhouse.org/ - Fisher House
The Fisher House Foundation donates "comfort homes," built on the grounds of major military and VA medical centers. These homes enable family members to be close to a loved one during hospitalization for an unexpected illness, disease, or injury.

www.freedomcalls.org/ - Freedom Calls
The Freedom Calls Foundation is helping families videoconference with their loved ones in Iraq. You can donate money to help keep this project going.

www.snowballexpress.org- Help children of fallen soldiers-   Please help the children have a great time at Snowball Express and help fund scholarships and assistance programs for the families

TogetherWeServed.com is a unique, feature-rich resource helping Marines stay faithful to the Brotherhood of the Corps. This is a place where Marines can re-connect with lost Brothers, share memories and tell their Marine story.