Parenting 000: A Paper Hug Interactive Book

This is a great week to help/teach children about patriotism!  To help you, we have just launched a the interactive version of A Paper Hug!  Children will love making the illustrations move and wiggle.  The story is heart-warming as you Read more…


A Paper Hug

Several years ago, a good friend of mine received his deployment news.  As I looked at his two young boys, my heart ached for them.  I knew all too well what it was like to have dear ones called to Read more…


10,000 Strong

A Paper Hug was “born” in 2006. At the time, I had no idea how it would impact children, particularly children in military families. Now, 6 years later, we have just printed for the third time. There are over 10,000 Read more…


Give Thanks for Veterans & Servicemen!

I came across this image on Facebook and felt it was appropriate to share today.


Today’s Freedom

If you know a Veteran, tell them “Thanks!”  We take everyday freedom for granted.  Having recently  read about some of the atrocities in WWII, I’m grateful for those who put their lives on the line so we can enjoy the Read more…


Remember Them

Recently, my niece asked about my dad who served in WWII and the Korean Conflict.  It opened up a flood of memories about him.  He has been gone, now for over two years so the memories are very dear.  He Read more…


{Kids Deployment Survival Kit} + Giveaway

We were so lucky to be a part of the Kids Deployment Survival Kit put together by In the Know Mom. The kit included Hugs to Go, Daddy Dolls, Boo Boo Bear’s Mission, A Very Long Time, Readeo, Paper Chair, Read more…


Hope Rising Monument Unveiled

I was not aware that our city had even created a 9/11 memorial monument, but when I went to see the Healing Field I was able to see it. It was unveiled on September 10, 2011. It is made out Read more…


The Healing Field 2011

This year we went out and saw The Healing Field in our city. There is a flag to represent every person lost during the September 11 tragedy. On each flag there was a card with information about the person it Read more…


Memorial Day Hug

A Paper Hug for Dad — WWII and Korean Conflict Veteran. You will never be forgotten!