Deployment Perks

Having a loved one deployed just plain sucks. Here are some things that help make it a little easier:

http://buildasign.com/troops
This site offers FREE welcome home signs for troops ($40 value)! All you have to pay is shipping which is around $12.95.

http://oplove.org/

Photographers all over the country volunteer their time and services to take pictures for military and their families. I'll be using this for Chris' homecoming for sure!

http://www.mybluestarflag.com/

This one is for anyone who has a loved one serving in the military, deployed or not. You can get a free blue star flag for your home. The catch is, it takes about two months to get it.

http://www.cookieplatoon.com/

This organization sends homemade cookies to troops once a month! I signed Chris up today.