The first time I interviewed Julie Story was on March 11, 2009. Julie
shared her story about a mother surviving the worry, the fear and trying
to cope with the day to day struggles of having her son, her only
child, at war.
Julies son, Casey, served in the United States Marine Corp from
2000-2003. Casey was in Iraq from day one of Operation Iraqi Freedom
paving the way to Baghdad; Casey served two tours in Iraq.
Julie and Casey agreed to come on-air and talk about their thoughts,
emotions, experiences and events that transpired during 2003.
At the time, I didn't realize that Julie and Casey had never sat down
face-to-face and discussed what we were going to be talking about live
on-air. Needless to say, it was an emotional 60 minutes.
Julie and Casey provided us an opportunity to 'walk in their shoes'.
What I admire the most about Julie and her story is that there's no
agenda, it's purely a mother's story. A mother trying to cope with her
son at war.
Bulldog Mom - Remembering My Son's Journey from Marine Boot Camp Through
the Iraq War is not only Julie's memoir, but a source of healing for
Julie and her family. Bulldog Mom is also meant to provide support to
other parents with a son or daughter serving in the military. You can
find Bulldog Mom at lulu.com.
100% of all proceeds from book sales go to Caring For Troops.
Listen to my interview with Julie
HERE.
