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STAND–DOWN

                                             noun \ˈstan(d)-ˌdau̇n\

               1)   A relaxation of status of a military unit from an
               alert or operational posture.
               2)   To withdraw from a contest or a position of

               leadership.


                                                  WRITING THERAPY

               “Denny, you need to write your thoughts down; use
               writing as a form of therapy.  Maybe start with a
               simple journal and go from there ….”

                                                        Dr. Larmore
                                                Veterans Medical Center
                                                   Lexington, Kentucky
                                                            2006

               Writing is a form of expressive therapy that uses the
               act of writing and processing the written word as
               treatment. Writing therapy suggests that writing one's
               feelings gradually eases feelings of emotional trauma.

                                             Note to Dr. Larmore:


               It took some time, the journey was/is bumpy, the
               mission was/is critical.  I’m pleased to report:

                                             MISSION ACCOMPLISHED
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