Semper Parents - by Mary Regner (Paperback)

About the Book

"Friendly guide helps parents of US Marines find purpose in the Marine Corps experience, understand more about military life, answer 'what if' questions, celebrate traditions, and nurture changing relationships"--

Book Synopsis

"Semper Parents is the best guide I have ever seen for any family member or friend who seeks a deeper understanding of Marine Corps life in order to provide greater support ... for their Marine."-Michael McNamara, president, All Marine Radio

"... this book should be read by every American servicemember, their parents, and their grandparents! ... the lessons on relationships, deployments, transfers, and even tragedy have broad application across all services ..."-General James Conway, (Ret), 34th Commandant, US Marine Corps

Many parents have mixed feelings when their child decides to become a United States Marine. In Semper Parents, Mary Regner shares practical tips and perspective from several Marines, spouses, and parents with a variety of USMC experiences to help new Marine parents find purpose in the Marine Corps, understand more about military life, cope with concern and worry, celebrate traditions, and nurture changing relationships.

"The guide all Marine parents need ... shows how parents can join their Marine on this incredible and sometimes terrifying journey. ... Read it, keep it nearby, and give it as a gift to the military family members you care about most."-Besa Pinchotti, executive director and CEO, National Military Family Association

"... an invaluable guide to help navigate the trials, tribulations, and beautiful victories of those serving and the family members who endure the journey of service with them."- Robin Carpenter, mother of Medal of Honor recipient Corporal Kyle Carpenter

Review Quotes

"... this book should be read by every American servicemember, their parents, and their grandparents! ... the lessons on relationships, deployments, transfers, and even tragedy have broad application across all services ..."-General James Conway, (Ret.), 34th Commandant, US Marine Corps

"... the perfect gift for Marine moms and dads, offering information, insights, and inspiration. The personal stories from Mary and other Marine parents will make you laugh, cry, well up with pride and above all understand and appreciate the demanding and rewarding career ... a must read for all Marine parents!"-Bonnie Carroll, President and Founder, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

"... well-organized and easy to understand ... everything one needs to know to support your Marine in one resource. Semper Parents should be on every Marine parent's reading list. ..."-Mrs. Ellyn Dunford, 35-year Marine Corps spouse

"... insight into everything from the mission of the Marine Corps, to family life, to career paths to long-distance relationships ... Semper Parents is the best guide I have ever seen for any family member or friend who seeks a deeper understanding of Marine Corps life ..."-Michael McNamara, president, All Marine Radio

"The guide all Marine parents need ... shows how parents can join their Marine on this incredible and sometimes terrifying journey. ... Read it, keep it nearby, and give it as a gift to the military family members you care about most." -Besa Pinchotti, executive director and CEO, National Military Family Association

"... an invaluable guide to help navigate the trials, tribulations, and beautiful victories of those serving and the family members who endure the journey of service with them." - Robin Carpenter, mother of Medal of Honor recipient Corporal Kyle Carpenter

About the Author

As a Marine Corps mom and spouse, Mary Regner understands the questions and concerns that arise for a parent when their child makes the decision to join the Marines. Mary is a passionate advocate for military families. She's served on the boards of the National Military Family Association and Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, and as an ambassador for The White House Joining Forces Initiative and the Military Spouse Employment Partnership. Mary lives with her husband Major-General Mike Regner, USMC, retired, in South Carolina, where she serves on the board of the Patriots Point Foundation.