A Salute to Veterans

Veteran’s Day from the Mind of a 10 Year Old.

Let’s not have today become the forgotten holiday. It is imperative that we share the stories of the sacrifices of those who have gone before us with those who come after us. When I think about it, our ability to maintain this site, to speak my mind, to even live as I choose, is a result of the sacrifices made by those before me who stood firm in support of our country and our freedoms.… [Continue reading this Article]

Daily Deal: Applebees

Veterans and Active Duty Eat Free in Clark County.

Applebee’s Restaurant is saying “Thank You” to Veterans and Active Military men and women by offering a free meal today, Veterans Day, November 11, 2009.

No coupon needed, click here for more details from Applebee’s.

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” John F. Kennedy

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Veterans Day from the Mind of a 10 Year Old

Guest Post Courtesy of Mitch Canton, Clark County Home Blog.

We’re a little off-topic today, being Veteran’s Day, but there will be plenty of days to get back to Clark County’s real estate adventures.

Let’s not have today become the forgotten holiday. Too many people died face down in the mud so we could live our lives in freedom.  Sure, there are days when we may be frustrated with work or our government leaders or other complexities of life; but we live in a … [Continue reading this Article]

Troop Notes at Arts and Scraps

Veterans Day Card Gathering.

This program is being launched on Veterans Day, but Arts & Scraps will continue to gather up cards until Thanksgiving.

“Troop Notes starts tomorrow, Veteran’s Day.
What is troop notes, you ask…please read on for all the info about this program that we are so excited to be participating in!!

We are making and collecting cards for our troops overseas. Typical card gathering groups make cards to send as greetings to our troops…we are approaching this in a little different way. … [Continue reading this Article]

Vancouver Celebrate Freedom Veterans Parade

23rd Annual Veterans Parade

Saturday, November 7, 2009 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location(s): Along Officers Row

Gather along Officers Row for the 23rd annual Celebrate Freedom Veterans Parade presented by the Frank and Joanne Lough Legacy. Participants in this Department of Defense sanctioned parade include veterans service organizations representing all branches of the service, high school marching bands, college and high school ROTC groups, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, several equestrian units and military and civilian vehicle collector clubs. The parade happens rain … [Continue reading this Article]