This coming week I have the honor of speaking to a Veterans group about Sugar Bear, our work, and of course thoughts about Memorial Day. Although I know this is a day to honor and remember the men and women who have given their lives in service to our country, I also ask that we remember the families they leave behind. If you know a Gold Star/Surviving family reach out to them. Call, text, send an email, and let them know you are thinking about them. Invite them to the barbeque, offer to help with a home repair, or help with the kids. The outreach is so important! It is needed! The families want that connection. They also want to talk about their spouses. Their children need to hear stories and to know the men and women who served with their parents. Maintaining these ties can make all the difference to families who are grieving, especially at this time of year. The kids and I are blessed for the outpouring of support we have received from our Marine Corps/military community. We feel compelled to extend that love to the Survivor Community. We can attest it makes a real difference!

Thank you,

Jennifer Carazo
Gold Star wife & President