Author Ron Millicent Offers a Poignant, yet Humorous Look at Life

Step by step program to help veterans, or anyone, get back into the game of life -- with a plan. Written in a light-hearted manner, but with plenty of substance and support.
 
Salem, Oregon – August 30, 2015 -- Life is a Journey using Ron Millicent’s less than illustrious military stint as a base. Through a three-part series, Ron describes life experiences, some related to his non-combat military career, and some just reliving experiences as a civilian having ups and downs in life – but always with a wry sense of appreciation and humor for life’s follies.

He has already received many wonderful comments from the initial readers.

Sample Comments

A Family Counselor in Oregon
I wish I had the experiences and the ability to look at life through such wonderful lens earlier in life. Now that I have changed how I look at life this book really makes sense to me. As Chuck Swindoll once said "life is 10% of what happens to us and 90% of how we respond to it." This book is full of great examples of how the author applied these principles in his life and how all of can chose to look at life in a most positive way that truly will transform your life.

A retiree in Oregon
I Loved this book. I found the author to be insightful, caring, and humorous.
I could not put it down until I finished it. I am looking forward to reading
more of his books.

This set will be a good read for everyone, as well as a great gift package for employers and business clients.

After experiencing his own interesting, hugely enjoyable, peacetime tour of duty in Europe, Ron came to the conclusion that he had really lucked out. There came a time when he wanted to balance the scales out, and that was when he decided to pay back.

His antidotes and insights became a series of three books, including a collection of heartwarming, poignant, and sometimes incredibly humorous stories detailing his adventures and misadventures in both military and civilian life.

Volume Two offers a step-by-step program for readers to follow in order to find their own happiness, while Volume Three is laid out as a collection of daily encouraging statements and quotes, designed to inspire as the reader works on his or her journey through life.

Through Ron’s Indiegogo campaign, he is intending to raise approximately $13,650 in order to professionally publish, refine and distribute his three-part series and begin marketing to new readers.

For More Information about Life is a Journey, or to Make a Donation, Please Visit:
http://igg.me/at/makevetslaughandthink/x/11673913

Contact Information:
Ron Millicent, Author
Salem, Oregon
millicentron0@gmail.com
http://igg.me/at/makevetslaughandthink/x/11673913
 

Announcing the Campaign to Help a Selfless Veteran Fund his College Education

Help a Veteran Get His Teaching License

Plainfield, NJ -- March 30, 2015 -- Darnell Knight, military veteran and college student, announces the campaign to seek funding to cover the cost of finishing his teaching degree and getting his teaching license.

Darnell has suffered a great deal in his life. Being raised by his grandparents in a less than safe neighborhood, Darnell saw his share of hardship, death and despair. Despite successfully fighting his way through high school and making it into college, Darnell suffered a major car accident that left him with a traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury that both required significant rehabilitation and recovery efforts before he was able to return to his regular life. With all of these setbacks Darnell was still not deterred, and not only finished with his Bachelor’s Degree, but continued on to pursue his Master’s Degree in education.

This is where things took a turn for the worse. Due to an error created by his college’s new accounting system, suddenly Darnell found himself with a past due balance of $2,500, none of which he had in cash or credit to pay back. Although he attempted to work out a payment plan or use the GI bill (military benefits that can be used towards college credits), he was told he had to pay his balance in full or risk being disenrolled mid-semester. At the same time, he was also diagnosed with worrisome masses on his thyroid that his doctors expressed great concern over. On top of all this, a job he truly cared about, working as a youth counselor, ended suddenly and he was not offered a full-time position. Darnell spent the following year nearly homeless and destitute, begging for friends and family to put him up for a few nights on their couches before moving on.

Luckily for Darnell, he has spent the last 6 months slowly paying back some of his debt through a call center operator position, where he has done very well and has enjoyed his work. He has finally been able to pay off the past due amount and is able to re-enroll in college to complete his degree.

Darnell is seeking funding in the amount of $50,000 to cover his bills as well as the tuition that will not be covered by the remaining 7 months of his GI bill benefits. Darnell’s goal is to complete his education and apply for his teaching license, giving him the opportunity to work with at-risk youth at a larger capacity that he had been able to as a youth counselor.

Please considering donating to help a military veteran reach his dreams after years of hardship.

For more information or to learn more about Darnell Knight, please visit:

http://www.gofundme.com/helpAVeteran1

Contact

Darnell Knight

Plainfield, NJ

http://www.gofundme.com/helpAVeteran1

Announcing the Campaign to Reunite a Child with her Father

Help a Little Girl Visit her Father Overseas While he Fights for Our Country

Chubbuck, Idaho  – February 13, 2015 – The Ohara family, consisting of two loving parents and a beautiful little girl, announce the campaign to fund their daughter's trip to visit her father in Korea as he fights for the United States Army.

It can be incredibly difficult for any couple to be separated, and the Oharas are no different. In their case, however, their daughter also suffers the sacrifice of having a father in the military. While they are able to keep in contact via phone, e-mails, web chats and more, it just isn't the same as seeing your family in person.

The Oharas opened this GoFundMe project to attempt to raise money to take their daughter for a visit to Korea, where her father is stationed. They hope to raise at least $4,500, which will cover flights for both mother and daughter, a hotel room for their visit, as well as other travel expenses that come with such a visit (including travel, incidentals, meals, etc).

By donating to this fundraising effort, you are, quite simply, reuniting a child with her beloved father. Please help this little girl see her father again, and make his long period of service for the United States go a little faster.

To LEARN MORE about the project, or to help support their GoFundMe campaign, please visit:

http://www.gofundme.com/lr9x4k

Contact

Jessica Ohara

Pocatello, ID

http://www.gofundme.com/lr9x4k

Announcing the Campaign to Help a Dance Studio Keep its Doors Open

Help the TC Dance Academy Continue to Provide Dance Instruction to Military Families

Clarksville, TN – January 10, 2015 – The TC Dance Academy, has been providing dance instruction to military families in the Clarksville, TN area for many years. Their mission is to empower students through providing dance and enrichment classes that enhance the overall development of our students across all disciplines. This has become incredibly important to the families living in the area, whose children and teens have found solace within their busy military family lives by practicing dance at a well-renowned dance academy.

Starting a new business can be difficult in any economy, but the TC Dance Academy is finding itself struggling against the circumstances of it's patrons as well as general financial hardship. While parents and families are actively registered and participating in the classes and events held at the academy, the studio owners and instructors are finding it difficult to keep their doors open.

Music and dance are incredibly important to the growing child, and give much-needed room for self-expression as well as fitness. As people, we form life long bonds through dance and expression. At TC Dance Academy, they change lives one person at a time.

The TC Dance Academy humbly seeks funding to pay off some of their debt and bring their business back out of the red. Please consider donating to this well-loved institution.

To LEARN MORE about the TC Dance Academy, or to help support their GoFundMe campaign, please visit:

http://www.gofundme.com/TcDAnceAcademy

Contact Information:

TC Dance Academy

915 Tiny Town Road

Clarksville, TN 37042

(931) 216-7013

http://www.tcdanceacademy.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TCDANCEACADEMY

DC Dog Sitter Announces The Jessie Project: Adopt a Military Dog

“The Jessie Project was born after my beloved Jessie who was an adult rescue on doggy death row. ” – Jennifer M. from DC Dog Sitter

WASHINGTON, DC USA – January 3, 2015 – DC Dog Sitter is excited to announce The Jessie Project - 'Adopt a Military Dog' with their Go Fund Me Page.  DC Dog Sitter has offered complimentary care to our military members who are deployed and need a safe place for their pet to stay. DC Dog Sitter have reached a point where they are having to routinely decline requests due to a lack of space. The Jessie Project in partnership with DC Dog Sitter and Go Fund Me is DC Dog Sitter’s next step in being able to acquire additional space where they will be able to care and provide greater outreach in supporting our military members. They would so appreciate if you would join their initiative in giving back.

Consider donating to this great cause and help support The Jessie Project. No amount is too small and every bit helps. This is a joint effort that is done by people with hearts who support our military and love all animals. Adopt a Military Dog today!

About DC Dog Sitter

Going out of town and concerned what to do with your beloved companion. Look no further. I am an experienced pet sitter routinely caring for pets. Known by my friends and family as "The Dog Whisperer" - I believe that animals thrive in loving interactive environments. Additionally, I am known for my grooming skills. Your pet will have a blast at our home (two-level townhome style), enjoy lots of play time, walks, and socializing with others at Shirlington Dog Park and Long Bridge Park next door, be pampered with luxurious bedding options (think 1000 thread count Egyptian Cotton sheets), and feel like having just been on a vacation at a spa.

Additionally, I work most days from a home office doing various communications projects, which allows me to spend lots of loving and quality time. On average, we'll take three long walks per day at the adjacent park. And, about six to eight shorter potty breaks or around the block potty walks.

To LEARN MORE about The Jessie Project – Adopt Military Dogs or to help their GoFundMe campaign, please visit:

http://www.gofundme.com/thejessieproject

Contact

Jennifer M

DC Dog Sitter

WASHINGTON, DC USA

202.271.9352

INFO@DCDOGSITTER.COM