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06/05/2026

The Journal of Echoes: Turning Symptoms Into Signals

The Journal of Echoes is a practice for warriors to interpret emotions and memories, transforming chaos into clarity. It helps organize thoughts, identify triggers, and integrate experiences, fostering healing and self-awareness. Writing serves as a bridge to understanding emotional responses and reconnecting with identity, ultimately improving relationships and aiding long-term healing....

The Journal of Echoes is a practice for warriors to interpret emotions and memories, transforming chaos into clarity. It helps organize thoughts, identify triggers, and integrate experiences, foste…

06/04/2026

Recipes for Veterans: 30‑Minute Shrimp Tacos

A fast, high‑protein Shrimp Taco recipe built for veterans who need real fuel in 30 minutes. Charred tortillas, seasoned shrimp, crisp cabbage, avocado, feta, and a homemade cilantro‑lime sauce make this a fresh, powerful meal for weeknights or recovery days....

A fast, high‑protein Shrimp Taco recipe built for veterans who need real fuel in 30 minutes. Charred tortillas, seasoned shrimp, crisp cabbage, avocado, feta, and a homemade cilantro‑lime sauce mak…

06/04/2026

The elderly will need assistance with this change!

We're transitioning fully to electronic payments this year, and you can help others prepare. Know someone still getting paper checks? Check out our blog and share this information so they can switch safely and easily: https://ow.ly/4ZSw50Z6R3q

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

🚨BREAKING🚨 Tomorrow, June 4, 2026, at 3:30 PM, House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs
Ranking Member Mark Takano and Congressman Raul Ruiz, will hold a bipartisan press conference with VSOs on the .

This legislation will end the “wounded warrior tax,” or the offset that keeps medically retired Veterans from
receiving their full Department of War retirement pay and their full Department of Veterans Affairs disability pay. The House is currently collecting signatures on the discharge petition to force a vote on the House floor.

TREA proudly stands with the Military and Veteran community in support of this critical legislation and urges Congress to pass it without delay.

The Military Coalition

06/03/2026

Texas Disabled Veterans get a break on property taxes. Visit your local Texas Veterans Commission office for more info. 🫡

🏡 A VA disability rating could save you thousands in Texas property taxes. Here are 5 things every veteran homeowner should know.

1. A 100% VA Rating Can Mean $0 Property Taxes

2. You Don't Need to Be 100% Disabled to Get Tax Relief

3. The Exemption Only Applies to Your Primary Residence

4. Surviving Spouses May Keep the Benefit

5. You Can Still Apply If You Missed the Deadline

06/03/2026

Starting June 1st, 2025, Pride Month is being reclaimed — not for trends or slogans, but for the pride of the West. And at the center of that pride stands the United States of America, the last true beacon of freedom on this planet. That light may flicker at times, and it may dim year after year, but it has never gone out — because Americans refuse to let it.

This is pride in building the modern world, pride in fighting for liberty, pride in carrying the torch of a civilization that pushed humanity forward. June will be Pride Month — pride in your nation, pride in your people, pride in the West’s legacy of courage, innovation, and grit.

The West has accomplished more than any civilization in history, and we should never be shamed into apologizing for success. Winners don’t apologize for winning.

So, raise your flag. Hold it high. Crack open a beer. Salute your country. And say a prayer for its people and its future. Because being American — being part of the West — is something worth standing tall for.

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06/03/2026

PTSD Awareness Month - Not All Wounds Are Visible
Veterans Crisis Line: Daily 988 then Press 1

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06/03/2026

Army Veterans and families, consider donating to the Army Emergency Relief (AER) program.

The Army takes care of its own and so do Exchange shoppers.
Starting May 29, Fort Hood shoppers visiting the PX or Expresses can add a $2.51 contribution at the register, including self-checkout, to Army Emergency Relief—the Army’s only official nonprofit charity benefiting Soldiers and their families during financial challenges.

06/03/2026

If you are a Combat Veteran, consider joining the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). Continue to serve by supporting other veterans, communities, and our nation.

UPDATE, Texas! Wow, we’ve seen incredible momentum in just a few days, dropping from a need of 405 to 282! This achievement truly showcases our unique ability to accomplish goals together.

As of this morning, we have reached 100.55% membership! This milestone reflects the hard work and dedication of each one of YOU. Keep this momentum going and aim for 101%—let’s make it happen!

Every new member we recruit strengthens our voice and helps us preserve the legacy of support for our veterans. Each of you plays a crucial role in this mission. So, let’s continue to educate and reach out to fellow Veterans, ensuring they know the invaluable resources and community that the VFW offers. Together, let’s keep pushing forward and make a lasting impact!