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Etsy is an online marketplace where hundreds of thousands of creative people from more than 150 countries sell their handmade crafty goodness. Each week, we're featuring a handful of our favorite items in our Etsy Roundup. On the menu this week: Aprons!

The holidays are approaching which means entertaining and baking season is upon us! You'll likely be spending more time than normal in the kitchen, making turkey and all the fixings, baking cookies for cookie exchanges and more pie than you know what to do with. Why not look cute while you do it? Etsy has a huge selection of handmade aprons, and we've picked a few favorites to add a little pizzazz to your cooking routine.

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Some war movies are all about the action and the glorified element of big-screen heroism. Some rely on the good guy-bad guy plot. Still, others delve into the complicated mind and heart of the soldier. Whatever your tastes, thank a vet this weekend and consider the sacrifices he or she has made that directly and indirectly influence each day of freedom we receive.

This list is composed of movies produced throughout many generations, but are listed chronologically based on the realities they aim to illustrate.

The Patriot

Roughly based upon the events of the American Revolution, Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger fight for a vision of what America could be. Gibson plays a badass father, Benjamin Martin, hell-bent on vindicating his sons and his fellow countrymen against the Red Coats. Again, not entirely true to history, but The Patriot serves as a solid reminder of the ideals — freedom, equality, justice, opportunity, redemption — that our country was birthed upon.

"I have long feared that my sins would return to visit me, and the cost is more than I can bear."— Martin

Glory

Matthew Broderick, Morgan Freeman and Denzel Washington bring to life the first formal African American U.S infantry unit, the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. The story shines light on the courage and sacrifice of the long-forgotten heroes of the Civil War and The Union soldiers.

"There's more to fighting than rest, sir. There's character. There's strength of heart. You should have seen us in action two days ago. We were a sight to see! We'll be ready, sir."— Col. Shaw

Pearl Harbor

With an ensemble cast featuring Josh Hartnett, Ben Affleck, Alec Baldwin, Kate Beckinsale, Jon Voight, Cuba Gooding Jr., and more, Pearl Harbor imagined a compelling tale of love and drama within the historic Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. Pearl Harbor historically accounts for the launching point of explicit American involvement in World War II.

"Some people frown on the Yanks for not being in this war. I'd just like to say that if there are any more back home like you, God help anyone who goes to war with America."— Commander Tubbs

Band of Brothers

This 10-part miniseries offers a film interpretation of the real-life journey of the 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry, dubbed Easy Company, assigned to the 101st Airborne division of the U.S. Army efforts in WWII. From the landing on Normandy to the capitulation of Japan,Band of Brotherschronicles the fictionalized accounts of the company and offers extreme insight into the camaraderie of comrades and the injuries of war, both inside and out. The series was largely modeled off of the next film on our list, which we are sure you'll remember.

"The only hope you have is to accept the fact that you're already dead. The sooner you accept that, the sooner you'll be able to function as a soldier is supposed to function: without mercy, without compassion, without remorse. All war depends upon it." — Spiers

Saving Private Ryan

Who could forget the Tom Hanks/Steven Spielberg-driven WWII movie, Saving Private Ryan? If this list was structured according to the sheer impact each film had, this would no doubt take the top spot. Saving Private Ryan assumes the perspective of US soldiers venturing behind enemy lines to rescue and retrieve the last- surviving brother of four servicemen. The film shines light on the struggle for glory, no man left behind, and the finalities of war.

"Well, what I mean by that, sir, is... if you was to put me and this here sniper rifle anywhere up to and including one mile of Adolf Hitler with a clear line of sight, sir... pack your bags, fellas, war's over. Amen."— Private Jackson

The Great Escape

Steve McQueen leads a group of Allied POWs in an epic escape from a Nazi prisoner camp in WWII in this 1963 classic.

"It's possible for one man to get out through the wire, even get away, but there are in fact a considerable number of people besides yourself in this camp who are trying to escape."— Bartlett

Platoon

Forest Whitaker, Kevin Dillon, John C. McGinley, Johnny Depp, William Dafoe, Tom Beringer and more star in this Vietnam-based war movie that captures the moral crisis and horrors of the battlefield. It's easy to attribute the patriotism and glory to a war, but Platoon aims to discover the hardship that often comes with it.

"Somebody once wrote, 'Hell is the impossibility of reason.' That's what this place feels like. Hell."— Chris Taylor

The Hurt Locker

This film chronicles the danger and everyday stress of a three-man bomb disposal unit in the Iraq War. Jeremy Renner, Brian Geraghty and Anthony Mackie take lead, exposing the imminent fragility of life and existence in modern warfare and urban combat.

"The rush of battle is a potent and often lethal addiction, for war is a drug."— opening scene

Now, there are many more war movies out there, and some may even be more entertaining from an action-packed-perspective but we have to make a fine distinction this Veterans Day.

We eat popcorn and enjoy the big explosions and epic fight scenes. For some people, that was a day in their actual lives.

Vets don't need sympathy. They want, instead, a sense of awareness and understanding from the citizens they serve to protect, as to the reality of life on the battlefield and the valleys and peaks that come with the turf.

Watch some of these films and consider thanking a man or woman in the service not only for your freedom, but for their sacrifice and journey through life.

Many times the battle follows to the home front.

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Use wonton wrappers in this recipe for easy pumpkin ravioli. They make the process super simple! Pumpkins are in season, and there are so many great ways to incorporate them into dinner. This recipe for easy wonton pumpkin ravioli is a fun way to serve dinner with a twist. Grab the kids and have them give you a hand putting together this fun, homemade meal!

Once you get the hang of making these little packaged goodies, there is no end to the possibilities you can stuff them with!

Easy wonton pumpkin ravioli

Serves 5

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, more for serving
• 8 ounces fresh arugula and spinach, torn into small pieces, plus 1/4 cup extra
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
• 48 wonton wrappers
• 4-6 tablespoons butter
• A small cup of water for brushing wontons

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, one-third cup of the Parmesan cheese and the arugula and spinach.
2. Add the lemon zest, salt and pepper to the pumpkin mixture and combine.
3. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and have two damp towels on hand.
4. Working quickly, add one teaspoon of the pumpkin mixture to the center of one wonton wrapper. Brush the edges with water.
5. Top with a second wonton wrapper, and brush the edges with water. Use your fingers to seal each ravioli and squeeze out any air you can.
6. Use a fork to firmly press and tightly seal the edges of each ravioli. Repeat this process for each ravioli and place on the baking sheet.
7. Be sure to cover the ravioli on the baking sheet with the damp towel so they don't dry out.
8. Bring a pot of water to boil. Working in small batches, approximately four or five ravioli, add to the boiling water, just for about two or three minutes, or until they float to the surface.
9. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the ravioli from the water and set aside briefly.
10. Meanwhile, add a few tablespoons of butter to a skillet over medium heat, then add four or five ravioli. Toss a little of the remaining arugula and spinach into the skillet, a bit for each batch.
11. Swirl the ravioli in the butter until it begins to brown. Once browned, remove and serve with extra Parmesan cheese and garnish with the toasted pumpkin seeds.

Get ready for ravioli!

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No-stress holiday entertaining

How to host a holiday potluck

Preparing an entire Thanksgiving meal by yourself can be stressful. Besides the big turkey that takes hours to roast, there are all the sides and desserts — not to mention the cleaning and prepping for guests. This year, make it easy on yourself by hosting a Thanksgiving potluck so that everyone contributes.

Besides being easier on the host, a Thanksgiving potluck can be a lot of fun. It gives everyone the opportunity to bring his or her favorite traditional dishes, combining cultures and backgrounds in one delicious feast.

Guest list

First, decide who to invite to your Thanksgiving potluck. Will it be friends, family or a mix? Whether you'll be hosting the same group as always or starting a new tradition with a new group, don't leave invitations to the last minute.

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Sally Field worked hard to win the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in the Steven Spielberg blockbuster Lincoln, and that dedication didn't end when she was given the role. The actress said she had to gain 25 pounds to look more like the former first lady.

"It was hard; it was very hard," Field told Jay Leno, according to Us Weekly. "It wasn't as much fun as you would think. First of all, it was horrifying because I'm of a certain age, and I kept thinking, 'If I don't do it right, I will drop dead halfway through this, and someone else will get the role!'"

The 66-year-old actress is more than 10 years older than her on-screen husband, Daniel Day-Lewis, so her on-screen appearance had to be genuine. When President Lincoln died, he was almost the exact age Day-Lewis is now, but Mary Todd Lincoln was only 46 years old, which is 20 years younger than Field. The differences put the pressure on Field to look more like her character.

"I tried to do it healthy, [but] I understand there isn't any way to do it healthy," she said. "I ate brown rice and these protein drinks made out of stuff called ProGain... Oh God, it was just disgusting. I never had a fun meal, basically. It just was discipline."

The weight loss was more difficult than the weight gain, and Field is still feeling it. She made sure to do it the right way, but gaining 25 pounds all at once isn't something any body expects.

"I stopped eating, and I'm hungry now," Field joked to Leno, according to Us Weekly. "It took me about six months to gain it and about a year to lose it. I began to work out like a mad fiend. I had two trainers. I really worked out hard, four times a week. I eventually had to have knee surgery. My little frame couldn't hold this amount of weight."

Lincoln opened on Friday in select locations, and it will open nationwide Friday, Nov. 16.

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Estimates for Skyfall at the box office this weekend were around $70 million. But the studio was less confident, only predicting $67 million . Now it looks like those estimates have been shattered. According to Business Week, the film brought in $87.8 million over the weekend, the largest opening weekend so far for any James Bond film.

"Skyfall benefited from positive reviews. In the film, Bond is assumed dead after being shot accidentally by an MI6 colleague," said Business Week."After a surprise return, he battles a new villain, played by Javier Bardem, who has kidnapped agency chief M, portrayed by Judi Dench, and stolen a list of Western intelligence agents."

The production cost for the film was $200 million, meaning it's possible it will make the money back in domestic sales within a few weeks. But when foreign sales are taken into account, the film has already brought in almost $519 million.

"Skyfall's prospects are buoyed by its massive showing overseas, where it began rolling out two weeks ago," said the Hollywood Reporter.

In comparison, Quantum of Solace also cost $200 million to make, but it only brought in $168 million in its lifetime domestically and around $586 in total sales. The films, with Daniel Craig as James Bond, have far outsold any other Bond film in the franchise's 50-year history.

"With just a little tug of his shirt cuff, Daniel Craig unseats Sean Connery as cinema's best James Bond," Bloomberg Muse critic Greg Evans wrote, according to Business Week.

Wreck-It Ralph secured the second-place spot at the box office over the weekend, bringing in $33 million. And Flight fell to third place, with $15 million.

Lincoln, though it opened in only 11 theaters, brought in an amazing $900,000. Based on that number, there is a good chance the Steven Spielberg film will knock Skyfall off the top when it is released nationwide Friday, Nov. 16.

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Appreciation of inner strength

One of the most profound experiences for many caregivers is that they discovered their true inner strength. The greater the intensity of the caregiving experience, the more self-affirming they found it, despite their anxieties along the way. They describe themselves as stronger, wiser and more self-confident.

The ability to maintain hope

Caregiving toughened them, deepened their inner resources and demonstrated their stamina beyond their own expectations. They discovered that they could sustain the level of effort required and navigate the ever-changing challenges while maintaining hope. They learned to partner with the various specialists — complete strangers whose skills and commitment were essential to their abilities to sustain hope. And they found new ways to maintain fragments of normalcy from their lives before cancer.

Patience, compassion and giving back

Many caregivers found that their experiences increased their compassion for those facing similar challenges. Most said that now they savor every moment, are more sympathetic to others’ feelings and needs, and are eager to make the caregiving trip a little easier for others. Here are a few examples:

Annie’s husband admitted, “I’d been a very impatient man. I was probably like a charging bull. But I learned to slow down and I learned to have some sympathy — to put myself in other people’s moccasins for a little while and to think how I’d like to be treated if I was in their shoes.” He hopes in the future to apply his caregiving-acquired paramedic skills to help other caregivers.

Susan’s daughters and Jen P.’s husband have been raising money and awareness to fight brain tumors. “We’ve turned this horrible thing that’s affected us into a charity to help others in the local area," explains Jen's husband. "A lot of our healing has been helping others.”

Michael L.’s mom has channeled her gratitude for Michael’s survival into helping others. “Michael is a sign of hope for others. . . . It’s important to show parents that other parents understand what they’re going through.” Jeff’s mother celebrates her son’s survival through advocacy, educating legislators about the issues that matter to cancer patients and their families.

For all, it was about illuminating caregiving’s uncertain path to make it easier for new caregivers.

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Boost your brain power

Recent news reports say that stress might cause women’s brains to age more rapidly. Add that to nutrient-deficient diets, lack of exercise and daily exposure to toxins and it’s a perfect storm for mental function decline. But there are steps women can take to keep theirs brain active, strong and healthy.

Exercise your body for a strong mind

Twenty percent – that’s the proportion of blood flowing from the heart that goes to our brains. Exercise increases heart health, which in turn ensures your brain gets the oxygen and nutrients it needs. Perform exercises that increase cardiovascular health, such as aerobics, yoga and brisk walking.

Challenge your brain

Like any other part of our body, the brain needs exercise. Though it benefits from physical exercise, the brain also needs mental challenges to keep it sharp. Any activity that requires deeper thought or increased focus/attention is ideal. Do a crossword or sudoku puzzle. Play memory games that are easily downloaded as mobile applications or go the old-fashioned route and buy a memory board game. There are myriad ways to stimulate the 100 billion neurons in your brain. Have fun!

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Javier Bardem had a big weekend. Not only was he a part of the biggest movie of the weekend, Skyfall, but he also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Bardem's star is located in front of the El Capitan theater.

"The event helped to drum up buzz for the release of the new James Bond film, Skyfall, which hit theaters Friday and features Bardem as villain Silva," said CBS News. "The Oscar-winning actor was joined on Hollywood Boulevard by director Sam Mendes and his Bond castmates Naomie Harris and Berenice Marlohe."

Bardem hasn't been among the Hollywood elite for very long. Many moviegoers have their first memories of him from the 2007 film No Country for Old Men. He received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in that movie.

"Javier Bardem Day. That's so cool," the actor said to E! News. "And what's that like? Does everyone have to walk with a broken nose around Hollywood Boulevard?"

Bardem was referring to an incident from a few years ago, when his nose was damaged in a bar brawl.

Skyfall earned an estimated $87.8 million over the weekend, making it the number-one film of the weekend . It has also been given the honor of having the highest-selling first weekend of any James Bond film in history.

Skyfall director Sam Mendes said Bardem was "so embarrassed" to be given the star, according to CBS News, but accepted the honor nonetheless.

The actor will next be appearing in The Counselor, alongside Brad Pitt, Cameron Diaz and Penelope Cruz. The film is directed by Ridley Scott.

According to the Internet Movie Database, the film is about a lawyer who "finds himself in over his head when he gets involved in drug trafficking."

The Counselor is set to be released in 2013.

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Within hours of the news that Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez had broken up, the rumors started. Bieber went on a talk show Saturday to clear things up — sort of.

"I don't know what to say," the singer told Open House Party radio host John Garabedian in an interview Saturday, according to Us Weekly. "I don't know what's going on in my life... To even assess that, it doesn't make sense, 'cause I have not made any comment."

Bieber did take to Twitter over the weekend. He sent out some tweets Saturday and Sunday, giving a little insight into his state of mind.

"thank u Boston," he tweeted after his concert. "focused on the positive. #30MillionBeliebers with me. Im never leaving u because u r always there 4 me. love u. Night."

Sunday, his post was slightly more insightful than the first one, reminding everyone of what his fans mean to him.

"regardless of what happens i see all of the tweets and all the love you guys are sending me. thank u. love u too," he said.

Meanwhile, TMZ is reporting that it was Gomez who did the breaking up and that Bieber is already confident they will get back together.

"Justin would like to get back with Selena and thinks it can happen," said the gossip website. "We're told the way Justin sees it... they've broken up a bunch of times before, and this is just another blip. We're told he's not freaked out... he thinks there's a good chance they'll make up."

TMZ also mentions that, despite rumors, the Biebs is single. There is a photo floating around of him and Victoria's Secret model Barbara Pavlin , but TMZ assures his fans they are not dating.

Gomez has been staying pretty quiet on the subject. She tweeted Sunday about attending an event at a Kmart in White Plains, New York — but otherwise, she hasn't said much about the breakup. Production on her TV series Wizards of Waverly Place wrapped early in November, and she has been in New York since then.

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Kat Von D is officially single. Von D took to her Twitter account on Saturday and made it clear she and famous DJ Deadmau5 had broken up recently. Von D didn't shy away from revealing her negative feelings toward Deadmau5 in an awkward, TMI-style Twitter rant.

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"Man...Can't say I didn't give it my best," tweeted Von D. "Man, I sure was wrong. But at least he made it a no-brainer to break that off. #lessonlearned"

Kat Von D went on to offer more information about her and Deadmau5's split.

"Now, we can get all of the 'I told you so's' outta the way…And move on," she said. She continued, "Clarification: Deadmau5 and I are no longer together."

OK, Von D, we get it. You are single, and you really, really don't like your ex-boyfriend right now.

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Deadmau5 was not to be outdone by Kat Von D's Twitter confessions. The DJ also took to his Twitter stage to let his followers know he really messed up his relationship with Kat Von D.

"Going to spend a little while screwing my head back on. I guess I'm not cut out for relationships right now," said Deadmau5 on Saturday. "I'll figure it out. No hard feelings."

Really? Does Deadmau5 follow Kat Von D's Twitter feed? She certainly seems to have some hard feelings toward him.

The love lost between Kat Von D and Deadmau5 took an honestly sad turn when Deadmau5 hinted at darker demons that ruined their relationship.

"It happened too fast, I lost my balance and fell into a familiar dark place that I'm having difficulty with," he tweeted. "She deserves someone stronger."

Is it infidelity, drug addiction or something else that is Deadmau5's "familiar dark place"? Fans who want more details on the breakup will be disappointed.

Deadmau5 closed his Twitter relationship confessional with, "...and thats it for the personal stuff...on with our regularly scheduled deadmau5 crap."

Well, I guess we know for sure that Kat Von D is single, but there's no telling who her next boyfriend-of-the-month will be.

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How to prevent oily bangs

We're partnering up with some of the hair industry's top talents to bring you answers to your most pressing hair questions. Up today? Justine Piecuch, a stylist at Boston's renowned Jeffrey Lyle Salon, is showing us how to prevent oily bangs.

Justine's answer!

Bangs actually are extremely high maintenance. The one thing I would recommend before getting them is to think about how much you're willing to deal with. If you tend to have an oily scalp, oily skin or tend to sweat a lot, they may not be for you.

It's tough, since bangs are right there in front of your face, there seems to be a constant need to touch them. The oils from your fingertips will cause them to get greasy and this usually seems to be the culprit. Try to avoid any contact!! Try brushing them with a boar's hair brush throughout the day. This helps to distribute the oils from the scalp throughout the hair which is very healthy.

If you're lazy and don't feel like completely shampooing and styling your hair, just shampoo the bangs daily, making sure to never condition them. They don't need it, EVER! There's a natural keratin on the first couple of inches of the hair, which is there to protect. Adding the conditioner will make them even oilier!

If none of this works and you're in a seasonal climate, try sticking to bangs when it's not hot and muggy out. Weather will always make things miserable. Try carrying around dry shampoo and hit this area when it gets real bad. It'll save you from the worst of times. Bangs are tough — it always seems like the second you grow them out, you forget how painful it is and give them a good chop again. With that said, they are the best accessory and always complete a look. Just have some patience and keep trying to get the right fix with them.

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Dip these simple grilled cheese rolls in a bowl of creamy tomato soup or a ramekin of your favorite marinara.

Grilled cheese rolls

Serves 2

Ingredients:

• 6 slices wheat bread
• 6 pieces American cheese
• 1 tablespoon butter

Directions:

1. Cut the crusts off the bread.

2. Flatten your crustless bread squares with a rolling pin and then top each slice of bread with one piece of cheese .

3. Melt butter in pan over medium heat.

4. Roll your cheese squares up and cook them in the melted butter over medium heat, seam-side down first to secure them, for about five minutes until cheese is melted. Roll them occasionally while cooking to crisp all sides.

5. Remove from the pan and your grilled cheese rolls are ready to enjoy!

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Breaking Dawn — Part 2 hits theaters this Friday, Nov. 16, and thousands of fans are already lining up to be the some of the first to see the last installment of the Twilight film franchise.

Known as "Twi-hards" for their hard-core and intense love of the all things Twilight, the grounds surrounding the Staples Center in Los Angeles are littered with at least 1,500 Breaking Dawn fans. Decked out in camping gear and everything from Breaking Dawn pillows to pajamas with Robert Pattinson's face printed all over the fabric, it's safe to assume Breaking Dawn — Part 2 will be a major blowout for its studio, Summit Entertainment.

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The Daily Mail reports some fans are even international, hopping flights to camp out for the remaining five days before Breaking Dawn — Part 2's premiere. The newspaper reports:

"Stacey Buckley of Bournemouth, England, decided last year she had to be in Los Angeles for the the premiere of the final Twilight film, and was excited the moment had finally came. She saved her money, rounded up some other local fans she met online and booked a ticket for the States, where she is spending four nights camping out in front of the Nokia Theatre with some 1,500 other supporters."

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The Daily Mail reported Buckley flew about 5,400 miles and will spend about 90 hours camping all in the name of Twilight. The Huffington Post reported fans camped out seem to be getting along great despite the less-than-favorable living conditions. Sharon Lottes traveled from Arizona and explained to the Huffington Post the instant camaraderie between Twilight fans is palpable.

"You bring stuff. You meet people," Lottes, 29,  told the digital news site. "It's the world's biggest sleepover, and at our age, who gets to do that?"

The 1,500 fans are expected to remain camped out despite weather reports for chilly weather and rain. For those of us who are not standing in line, we have the Breaking Dawn — Part 2 trailer for you below:

Will you be standing in line for Breaking Dawn — Part 2?

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A new crop of veterans is coming home. They're no longer just our fathers and grandfathers, but our best friends, siblings and boyfriends/girlfriends. As they file off those massive planes, they're coming from a place that is not just geographically distant, but also mentally and emotionally foreign to civilians. They've not only risked their lives, but they've taken others'. We may never fully understand what they've gone through, but there might be a way to at least get a vague idea. This Veterans Day, track down one of these war-related shows and miniseries. They won't scar you , but they'll certainly move you.

Generation Kill

Following the actual story of our first 40 days in Iraq through the eyes of the Marines of First Recon Battalion, Generation Kill might be, for a lot of us, as close as it gets to being there ourselves. The seven-part miniseries is based on the reports of Evan Wright, an embedded journalist who not only wrote a book by the same name, but also has a series of his reports published in Rolling Stone. Among other things, Generation Kill is a prime example that the guys fighting and coming home are often young enough to be our little brothers. Guys like Iceman may seem cool, but they're just the geeky boys who grew up down the hall.

Army Wives

Have you ever wondered what life was truly like for those sobbing men and women you see on the news before they were turned into grieving widows/widowers and mourning mothers and fathers? Army Wives is a great way to step inside the rather elusive lives of military families. Experience their triumphs and struggles, their waiting, their not-knowing, and their finding out. More family drama and less war-drama, Army Wives is a show about the friendships created on base by the wives of our country's heroes and how, in a way, those significant others are heroes in their own right. The wives are currently filming their eighth season, too, so there's plenty to watch and witness.

Homeland

Homeland summed up in three words: Shocking,  sexy and terrifying. Homeland follows Carrie Mathison and her bosses at the CIA as they work with a recently recovered soldier, Brody, who was MIA in Iraq for eight years. When a source tells Carrie that a "turned" soldier will be returning home to carry out a terrorist attack, all signs point to Sgt. Brody. Here's the thing, though: Carrie is far from a stable person and a quasi-relationship soon forms. Expect to say something along the lines of, "I don't care if he might be a terrorist... I'd still tap that!" But, don't feel bad, all Homeland-ers can attest to those feelings.

M*A*S*H

Still regularly showing in syndicate on multiple channels, M*A*S*H is still one of the best wartime comedy/dramas available for viewing. Whether it's the tear-jerking episode where Col. Blake dies or the infuriating episode where someone reports that Hawkeye is dead , M*A*S*H highlights the frustrations of being far from home that so many people have never experienced. All while, of course, following the hijinx of Hawkeye and Honeycutt , and the constant missteps of Radar and Klinger.

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