“To my fellow veterans and those that are in transition, I am writing this to you so that you know you are not alone. Taking off the uniform is not easy. The civilian world is hard to navigate, but there are so many amazing opportunities available to you.”

Marine Corps veteran and Workshops for Warriors Director of Operations Keshia Javis-Jones wrote an open letter to her brothers and sisters in arms in Homeland Magazine, a national military veterans publication for military veterans, active duty, and military families.

In her letter, she tells her story of joining the United States Marine Corps, her 10 years of honorable service, and her transition into the civilian world.