I hope everyone had an enjoyable Fourth of July holiday!
At the moment, I don’t really recall what I did, other than enjoy relative peace and quiet.
I have since re-read some of the history of the American Revolution, and found some interesting information. For instance, the Declaration of Independence took place July 4, 1776, but the colonies did not wrest their (and now our) freedom until 1783.
It seems the younger generations don’t know any better. Perhaps it is the status of the public education system?
I recently noticed at one of our favorite restaurants – Chris’ Place in Licking – that a portion of the dining area is called the “Patriot Room.” The seating is sparse but was well decorated. Incidentally, that is where we ate over the holiday weekend.
For the rest of July and August, veterans events look to be slim. Which is all well and good, as the tropical heat has settled in on us. By late mornings the temperatures are oppressive, and just too miserable to be out in.
Coming up, the Cabool VFW Post 473 will host its second annual Car, Bike and Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17-18.
And the third Friday in September (the 16th) is POW/MIA day, a day set aside to remember and honor those warriors who suffered immensely or never returned to their families. Just so you know, I believe this is the day I’ll be speaking at the military museum in Houston, and I think the time is 1 p.m.
As a reminder, the second Thursday of each month is meeting day at American Legion Post 41 in Houston. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. at the Legion hall next to Pizza Hut on Sam Houston Blvd. Pizza and soft drinks are available.
We hope to see more local vets at the meetings! At least it’s cooler inside than out!
