Saying Thank You
Posted by Rachel Balducci in Family on Tuesday, January 03, 2012
I saw this commercial today and I was inspired.
My dad, whose own father was in the military, never misses an opportunity to thank anyone he sees in uniform. I am oftentimes not so brave. But after watching this commercial, I decided I don’t want to miss the chance anymore.
Today I was out having lunch with my kids and when an Army soldier walked past us, I quickly (before I could chicken out!) told... READ MORE
Soldier's Mom
Posted by Lisa Hendey in Family on Monday, December 12, 2011
This past weekend, in various social situations and at Mass, I learned that three of my oldest son’s classmates will soon be leaving college and enlisting in the military. Two are destined for the Air Force, and the third will join the Army. I received the news from two of the moms, both of whom are friends of mine.
What struck me as I spoke with both of them independently was the emotions they were... READ MORE
For Those Who Gave All
Posted by Danielle Bean in Faith on Monday, May 31, 2010
Whatever your family’s plans for this Memorial Day, please remember to pause and say a prayer for those brave men and women who have given their lives in defense of our nation.
In particular, let us pray for the over 5,400 service members who have been killed in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.
Amen.
Hometown Goodness
Posted by Robyn Lee in Family on Saturday, May 29, 2010
I love my small town Memorial Day parade.
Every year our family walks up to the Route 10 parade route. We sit on the same hill every year ... and to be the honest, the parade is pretty much the same every year. But I still love it.
On our designated parade-watching spot, we spread out our blankets and wait for the parade to come. Aunt Karen hands out fun snacks and chocolate goodness to keep the kids... READ MORE
Remembering Those Who Gave All
Posted by Danielle Bean in Faith on Monday, May 25, 2009
Whatever your family’s plans for this Memorial Day, please remember to pause and say a prayer for those brave men and women who have given their lives in defense of our nation.
In particular, let us pray for the almost 400 service members who have been killed in Iraq and Afghanistan since last Memorial Day.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.
Amen.
Modern Solutions to Distance
Posted by Arwen Mosher in Family on Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Yesterday, in honor of Veterans’ Day, I said some extra prayers for both my grandfathers, who served our country during World War II, and for my father, who did four years in the Coast Guard as a young man.
I also prayed for my brother, who qualifies as not-yet-a-vet, because he is currently serving in the Coast Guard. We’re very proud of him, and glad that he enjoys his work as an electronic technician. ... READ MORE
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