Friday's Veterans Day will also be a day when the pasta days of lazy, humid conditions change to windy and cold, introducing a week of winter chill. And while parades and events like Saturday's Folds of Honor at AT&T Stadium will take place honoring those who served in the military, the conditions only hint at what these vets in many cases endured. From the punishing … [Read more...] about Friday’s Dank Weather Is Just A Touch Of What Many Veterans Endured Serving This Country
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Veterans Day Can Confuse Some People On Different Levels
Thursday is Veterans Day and it’s a bit of a mystery on different levels. First of all, the very name. Some claim it’s spelled Veteran’s Day and others say Veterans’ Day. But the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs reports there is no apostrophe for the day “because it is not a day that ‘belongs’ to veterans. It is a day for honoring all veterans.” Next, the day’s … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Can Confuse Some People On Different Levels
Reimagined Veterans Day To Commemorate The 75th Anniversary Of The End Of World War II
As the baby boomer generation seeks refuge in smoothing away wrinkles and weighing Medicare health plans, the “greatest generation” that heroically took to the trenches of World War II and spawned the boomers is getting fewer and fewer. Instead of the vibrant young people who crossed seas to fight against evil, they are now relying on wheelchairs, caretakers and memories of … [Read more...] about Reimagined Veterans Day To Commemorate The 75th Anniversary Of The End Of World War II
Monday’s Veterans Day Parade Celebrates The Centennial Of The Holiday’s Roots
This year’s Veterans Day has century-old roots. It was 100 years ago that World War I between the Allied nations and Germany officially ended with the signing of the Armistice Treaty at 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918. For some it was called Armistice Day; for others, it was Remembrance Day. Following World War II and the Korean War, President Dwight … [Read more...] about Monday’s Veterans Day Parade Celebrates The Centennial Of The Holiday’s Roots
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Association Of Fundraising Philanthropy Greater Dallas Luncheon
Once again the Association of Fundraising Philanthropy Greater Dallas Luncheon’s was totally upstaged by the cutest recipient. But this year there was a wrench thrown into the plans. It had to do with the announcement of the Veterans Day Parade schedule. The results were traditional Emcee Scott Murray arriving via a police escort. While the post is trying to … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Association Of Fundraising Philanthropy Greater Dallas Luncheon
Wednesday Belongs To A Very Special Group Of People
If you don’t know a veteran, you’ve got 24 hours to find one. They’re remarkable folks, who served the U.S. in some capacity and Wednesday is Veterans Day. It’s the day when the country takes time to appreciate the sacrifices made by those serving in the military. The weather forecast calls for the possibility of showers for the Dallas Veterans Day Parade, but what’s a … [Read more...] about Wednesday Belongs To A Very Special Group Of People
Boogie The Night Away At The Housing Crisis Center’s 5th Annual Patriot Party In The Rosewood Mansion
There are loads of events being scheduled around Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11. There’s Stand Up For Heroes, Stars and Stripes Film Festival and the Daughters of World War II’s Sixth Annual Veterans Day Luncheon and, of course, the Veterans Day Parade in downtown Dallas. Joining this passel of activities supporting veterans is the Housing Crisis Center’s 5th … [Read more...] about Boogie The Night Away At The Housing Crisis Center’s 5th Annual Patriot Party In The Rosewood Mansion
Hugging A Veteran Is Good For Your Health
It’s Veterans Day. If you don’t know a veteran, you definitely need to find one. They’re remarkable heroes, who have given you the right and privilege to be you. … [Read more...] about Hugging A Veteran Is Good For Your Health
Laura Leppert Rallies The Daughters Of World War II As Veterans Day Approaches
There’s no greater evangelist for the Daughters of World War II group in Dallas than Laura Leppert, the nonprofit’s president and co-founder. The wife of former Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert comes alive talking about sacrifices made by members of the Greatest Generation, especially those living in North Texas. Just now Laura is excited about the Daughters’ event, scheduled for … [Read more...] about Laura Leppert Rallies The Daughters Of World War II As Veterans Day Approaches
Thank You
Today is Veterans Day. Every day should be Veterans Day for the remarkable services they have and are providing our country. If you know a veteran, thank them. If you don't, go out and meet one. There will a whole slew of them at the Veterans Day celebration starting at 11 at Dallas City Hall. … [Read more...] about Thank You
Advice From Voices For Children About Traffic Issues Tomorrow
If you're headed to Voices For Children Luncheon featuring Carson Kressley at Union Station or anything in downtown Dallas tomorrow, beware. The annual Veterans Day parade will be taking place at noon.The good folks are Voices For Children just sent over this advice for their guests --Please make note that the Veterans Day parade will be held downtown tomorrow, around the same … [Read more...] about Advice From Voices For Children About Traffic Issues Tomorrow