This week started at Faith on Sunday morning. It was a special day: LWML Sunday. There were many people to pet me.
Then I made a visit to the VA hospital. We were in the main building this time. We had some interesting conversations. We again me with a veteran who is always in the TV room watching talk shows. We had a chance to talk with him about his service in Vietnam. We found out that he was a combat photographer–one of the most dangerous jobs you can have. After he was discharged, he had a photography business in the Chicago area. He also said that he still had his photo files from Vietnam. We then talked to a staff person about finding out if these files could be used for a special exhibit. They will research the possibility.
Then we visited with Frank again. He has been to most of the parties sponsored by Faith during the last 10 years. We have always wondered about where Frank was during his time in WWII. When we were visiting, Frank’s grandson was also there. So we talked to him. He verified that Frank was in General Patton’s Third Army in Italy and Germany. The latter was during the time of the Battle of the Bulge. Frank had the rank of sergeant. He received a Purple Heart from General Patton. The stories we hear from these veterans are amazing. Regular folks doing incredible service for our country.
Later in the week, I attended the Hispanic worship service at Faith. I’m getting acquainted with all the people who attend this service. It’s a blessing.
Be in touch. Peace!