en-us http://www.highfivez.com/index.php Welcome to HighFivez.com: Your Guide Through The Blogosphere Thu, 05 Apr 2007 21:06:03 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/must-read.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I often read Michael J. Totten's blog. I find his articles very insightful, and you will notice that on the right of this page there is a standing link to his blog listed under "My Daily Reads". When I started reading his blog he was currently in Lebanon. He offered amazing glimpses of what life there must be like for the "locals". As of late, he is in Iraq doing some consulting work, but still offering valuable insight into the life of the "locals". Sun, 15 Apr 2007 01:52:36 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/have-you-forgotten.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I know that my family and I have not. Sun, 01 Jul 2007 13:39:41 GMT http://badgersforward.blogspot.com/2007/06/streets-of-ramadi-or-falluja.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg No. The streets of London. A controlled explosion was carried out on the car, packed with 60 litres of petrol, gas cylinders and nails, in Haymarket, near Piccadilly Circus. Who says it can't come home? This is straight out of places were Islamists do their deadliest work. Tue, 10 Jul 2007 20:27:56 GMT http://wizbangblog.com/content/2007/07/09/must-read-on-iraq.php http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Tom Donnelly has a must read at the Weekly Standard about the NYT's reporting of success in Iraq on one page, and their call for immediate withdrawal on another. Spread across the top two-thirds of the front page is John Burns' latest dispatch from Iraq. The subject is the U.S. campaign to win back the city of Ramadi and al Anbar province from al Qeada and other Sunni extremists. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:08:02 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/01/correct-degree-of-aggression.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg One of my favorite articles posted by someone else. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:12:50 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/01/until-we-meet-again.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg A tribute to our troops. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:17:24 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/02/wonderful-presentation.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg More about our troops. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:25:55 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/03/brutal-truth.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Are we at war? Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:40:20 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/03/movie-quote.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg A Than you to our troops for doing what I can't, and a warning to those who don't support the mission. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:44:18 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/03/that-isnt-american-idolthis-is-american.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Who's your favorite American Idol? Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:18 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/03/more-heros.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg These guy are my heroes. Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:46:16 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/03/uk-saliors-taken-hostage-by-iran.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg And Iran want nukes? Wed, 04 Apr 2007 18:23:44 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/good-things-are-coming-out-of-iraq.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I had to share this. It is proof of what I have been certain of all along. Our soldiers are doing good things for the people of Iraq. I am sure the same holds true from those in Afghanistan too. Wed, 11 Apr 2007 00:00:13 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/very-profound.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I read the following at Walter Reed This Veteran's Life today. I found it very profound and full of truth. This is what I see and hear. Wed, 11 Apr 2007 12:35:17 GMT http://www.bigsibling.com/index.php/170 http://www.highfivez.com/1176822663866149.jpg This stuff makes one want to run out a join the US Army as long as they can get the neato kit described in the article. Sat, 14 Apr 2007 19:38:03 GMT http://blog.stchess.us/?p=732 http://www.highfivez.com/ This is one of an ongoing series of tributes to our soldiers. Sun, 15 Apr 2007 20:07:16 GMT http://blog.stchess.us/?p=742 http://www.highfivez.com/ You've all heard the story about the famous and important politician who won't meet with the parent whose child died in Iraq. Well, this is one of those stories, but the parent is male, not female; and the politicians are democrats, not republican. Read the story of the father who believes a timetable for withdrawal from Iraq would mean that his son had died in vain. Sat, 21 Apr 2007 19:49:15 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/another-great-video.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I love when I run across things like this. I really enjoyed this video. It shows the face of the enemy, the protesters, and the faces of our soldiers and their families. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:33:56 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/navato-marin-counry-california.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg This is a truly touching story out of Navato, in Marin County California on the 21st. A hero's welcome and big thank you awaited to veterans returning from Iraq, and was lead by a Middle School marching band, and a cub scout pack. I am sure there were many eyes that weren't dry that day. Read all about it here. Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:34:50 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/04/wednesdays-hero_24.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Col. Cyril Richard "Rick" Rescorla 68 years old from New York City, New York 16th Air Assault Brigade, Parachute Regiment (England) Platoon Leader of 2nd Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile) (U.S.) September 11, 2001 Wed, 09 May 2007 21:37:09 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/05/troop-needs-us.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg It was brought to my attention today that a soldier needs us. This is a time when we can all give something back to one of the men who serves to protect us. Chris Cooper, Jr is currently stationed in Iraq. His father passed away from cancer last month. The combination of loss of income, medical bills and funeral expenses has practically wiped the family's finances out. Cooper had to take out a loan against his military pay to help pay for the funeral and other bills. There is more information. Sat, 12 May 2007 23:55:41 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/05/saturdays-super-site_12.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg The site I chose for Saturday's Super Site this week is Badgers Forward. As many of you know, I have found the main stream media far to biased in the wrong direction and completely unworthy of trust. That was one of the main reasons I began reading blogs. Milblogs became my favorite as what better way to gain knowledge about our men and women at war than from them. Sat, 26 May 2007 12:13:44 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/05/memorial-day.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Memorial Day is a time to remember those who served our country. Some gave a lot, and others gave all. All of them gave more than I was capable of giving. To all veterans I am grateful. I am grateful for their sacrifices, and those that their families have made, that have enabled me to be free. I am grateful for the sacrifices that have been made and are still being made to sustain my freedom and the freedom of the others in this great land. Mon, 28 May 2007 14:03:53 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/05/memorial-day-video-tribute.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg A Memorial Day Video Tribute Mon, 28 May 2007 14:05:01 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/05/in-honor-of-memorial-day-special.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg A special thanks to Greta and Silke of Hooah Wife for their help. To every man and woman who has served and is serving in the United States military, thank you for everything that you do and have done. And every man and woman who's given their life for the cause of freedom will never be forgotten. Mon, 28 May 2007 14:06:34 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/05/song.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I have never been to war because I had other great Americans that did that for me. I have loved these songe since they first started getting air time on the local radio stations. I imagine they probably tell a great deal of the truth, but as I said, I haven't been there. You wonderful men and women out there are going to have to tell me if I am on the right track. I will say this again, and will continue to, Thank you for all that you have done. There is at least one family in Nevada who... Tue, 05 Jun 2007 09:22:03 GMT http://www.bigsibling.com/index.php/223 http://www.highfivez.com/1176822663866149.jpg Marine Cpl. Adam Kokesh served two tours of duty in Iraq. He is a great man. He put himself in harms way and faced the possibility of death each and every day for those two tours. He is a great American. He deserves to be honored, and deserves each and every right that we enjoy - and he fought for. Sun, 24 Jun 2007 21:38:26 GMT http://www.huffingtonpost.com/glenn-greenwald/iran-the-next-war_b_53508.html http://www.highfivez.com/1174490826superman.jpg Mr. President and clan, these are real people that you are sending to way. Not little green army men. Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:08:27 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/06/phone-cards-for-our-troops.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg At Gazing At The Flag today I found out that by taking a Quiz at Bill O'Reilly's web site you can earn a free phone card that will be sent to our troops! It is only a ten question quiz and it doesn't matter how you score! Click here to that the quiz! Fri, 29 Jun 2007 08:09:36 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/06/more-on-bert-brady.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg The following video is about this past Wednesday's hero. I have seen it numerous places lately, and thought that just in case many of you aren't reading the same blogs I am that I would post it here as well. I felt that it is that important, and it truly is that heartwarming. Please watch: Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:25:35 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/06/happy-fathers-day-to-our-men-overseas.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Happy Father's Day to our men overseas. Fri, 29 Jun 2007 23:41:22 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/06/military-motivator.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg The site Military Motivator was brought to my attention today, and after g what was posted there I had to share it with all of you. I really hope the owner of the site does not mind too terribly, but I took his work and created a slide show of it to showcase it for my readers. Please stop by Military Motivator and tell him what you think of his work. I was very impressed and had a great time there during my visit. Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:22:16 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/07/wednesdays-hero_11.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Ryan Rahe has been active in the Special Olympics since he was in Middle School. The now 25-year-old has won quite a few medals over the years, but not all of his medals are at his Tennessee home. Some of them have been sent, by Ryan, to soldiers fighting the War On Terror for "good luck". Jayne Rahe, Ryan's mother, said the idea of sending support to the soldiers in harm's way came about when she and Ryan were talking about news coverage of the war in Iraq. Jayne visited www.anysoldier.com... Sun, 29 Jul 2007 10:14:31 GMT http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/07/28/eveningnews/main3107316.shtml?source=RSSattr=HOME_3107316 http://www.highfivez.com/1174490826superman.jpg Wow. Who would have thunk it? Sun, 29 Jul 2007 13:43:56 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/07/chris-cooper.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg As many of my regular readers know, I started collecting money with my website to assist a soldier who needed some help. His name was Chris Cooper, and you can read about him here. I didn't see a lot of interest in helping him in the form of donations, but I did get one. My single and only donation came from Dean in Oklahoma. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to Dean. Thank you my friend. Sun, 29 Jul 2007 13:45:06 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/07/update-on-fund-raising-for-family-of.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I have more thank you to dole out this morning! After my post yesterday regarding my fund raising efforts for Chris Cooper a few more of you have stepped forward. Many thanks to The Count in Texas, and to Carlos in Kansas! I know this will mean the world to Chris Cooper, Jr. and his family. Keep those donations coming and feel free to spread the word! Sun, 29 Jul 2007 13:48:41 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/07/chris-cooper-jr-update.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I received an email today from Laura Cooper, Chris Cooper, Jr.'s mother. Chris Cooper, Jr. is in Iraq, and well. I asked if we could have an update on their progress to raise money for the burial for Chris Cooper, Sr. Here is what Laura had to say. "Hi, well we are up to $6,600.00 so far that is great huh ? so we are not far from $7,700.00 it has taken a great deal of burden off of chris jr ,he is so thankful and he is doin ok ,he never complains he just says mom I just do what I gotta... Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:11:22 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/07/chris-cooper_30.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Today I am mailing the first check off to Laura Cooper, mother of Chris Cooper, Jr. Again, my thanks to all of you. Please feel free to pass the information regarding our effots on to others you know. Mon, 06 Aug 2007 22:42:52 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/08/chris-cooper-update.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg I got an email fro Laura Cooper today. I thought I would share. I got the check and I want to thank you again ,and both justin and christopher thank you and all the people that have helped . Laura Please continue to spread the word about our efforts to help. Thank you, to all of you, for your help. Mon, 06 Aug 2007 22:55:18 GMT http://www.inblogs.net/walterreed/2007/08/virtual-reality-helps-gis-deal-with.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg By MELANTHIA MITCHELL, Associated Press Writer Sat Aug 4, 1:05 PM ET TACOMA, Wash. - Staff Sgt. Jeff Ebert's entire body flinches as a roadside bomb explodes near his vehicle. Smoke obscures his view. Gunfire rattles around him. ADVERTISEMENT This isn't on a road in Iraq but inside a room at Madigan Army Medical Center, where psychologists plan to begin using virtual reality — think immersive video games — to treat post-traumatic stress disorder by recreating the conditions of war. Virtual... Wed, 08 Aug 2007 00:08:23 GMT http://francis-marion.blogspot.com/2007/08/in-baghdad.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg The first thing that hits you here is the heat; it’s Phoenix hot or maybe a little more on occasions. Baghdad International seems a little neglected and the terrain could be some drier parts of Utah, like Dougway. In the parking lot I smell old urine and think, “maybe Tucson.” I’m staying on Camp Victory and it’s HUGE, lots of support here. The Chow Hall/DFACs are large too with more options than a mall food court. I’m reminded of a story from late WWII where a German soldier captures a mail... Wed, 08 Aug 2007 22:55:16 GMT http://captaindramaticsmom.blogspot.com/2007/08/final-inspection.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg The Marine stood and faced God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shining, Just as brightly as his brass. "Step forward now, Marine, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek? To My Church have you been true?" The soldier squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't. Because those of us who carry guns, Can't always be a saint. I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was tough. And sometimes I've been violent, Because the... Sun, 12 Aug 2007 17:49:31 GMT http://texasfred.net/archives/430 http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg ANNVILLE, Pa. (AP) - Brittany Vojta survived boot camp. It was high school she couldn’t make it through. Now, however, she has benefited from a program the National Guard started this year in Pennsylvania for privates who drop out of high school after signing up. In an old barracks at Fort Indiantown Gap, the 18-year-old Cleveland woman and other dropouts spent three intensive weeks in class this summer to help them pass their GEDs - so they would meet the minimal educational requirement for .. Sun, 12 Aug 2007 18:23:08 GMT http://www.michaeltotten.com/archives/001502.html http://www.highfivez.com/1175238483icq.jpg Iraqis who are not American citizens and who work as interpreters for the American military cover their faces when they work outside the wire. Mahdi Army militiamen and Al Qaeda terrorists accuse of them of collaboration with the enemy. They and their families are targetted for destruction. Here is the story of one such interpreter who works with the 82nd Airborne Division in Baghdad. He calls himself “Hammer.” MJT: Why do you work with Americans? Hammer: When I was 14 years old all I liked.. Wed, 22 Aug 2007 12:30:04 GMT http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tom-allen/thoughts-from-the-middle-_b_61422.html http://www.highfivez.com/1174490826superman.jpg An interesting read. Wed, 22 Aug 2007 21:01:19 GMT http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dave-johnson/powerful-iraq-veterans-ag_b_61476.html http://www.highfivez.com/1174490826superman.jpg A must watch. Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:42:42 GMT http://www.huffingtonpost.com/joseph-nye/years-late-in-changing-ou_b_61549.html http://www.highfivez.com/1174490826superman.jpg Now if we can get the decision makers to listen once in a while. Thu, 23 Aug 2007 20:44:26 GMT http://www.huffingtonpost.com/james-boyce/freedoms-watch-prowar-a_b_61542.html http://www.highfivez.com/1174490826superman.jpg Nice points.