Tuesday, November 12, 2013

November 12, 2013

A Veterans' Day Thank-You

A thank-you goes out to all veterans who have given so much for our country. A special thank-you for my husband, Jeff (Navy), and my brother, John (Marines), who served during the Vietnam engagement.

 
Below is a photo of Jeff''s father as Gen McArthur was "returning" to the Philippines at the end of WWII. McArthur was exiting the PT boat Jeff's father served on. He is the sailor on the boat with his shirt open.
 
 
My mind goes back to the stories about WWI that my grandfather told me. He was in the cavalry in France-the Argonne Forest. He said the men and horses were transported to Europe on wooden cargo ships.
 
 

It has been a busy week for Jeff. Two Veterans Day programs for his nieces, and one for our youngest granddaughter. So glad schools celebrate the contributions mad by service men and women.
 
I am bust working on Thanksgiving lessons! So many great ones on TPT!