S.C. Physically Handicapped Chapter

Last month I put an article in the Newsletter concerning our S.C. Handicapped Chapter 3433.  We are still trying to get this Chapter started.  I know there are applications out there and I will have a folder behind the bar kept in the same accordion folder with our other Membership cards for those interested in joining.  If you know of anyone interested in joining, they can pick up an application at the VFW, just ask the Bartender in Charge to please give you an application. There are no dues at this time.  We really need to get this Chapter started as soon as we can so we can be installed for the Term 2009-2010.  Please feel free to contact me @ 843/851-1632 if you have any questions and I will answer what I know and I will find the right answer to those questions I don't know.

Sincerely,
Carrie A. Conyers
Matron Advisor

On the House

We had a good showing with lots of participation at our volunteer meeting. If you missed the meeting, we still need your help. Please contact Commander Jackie Martin or myself to see what is best for you. If you don't join the teams you are missing a great time with a lot of laughs, yes we have a GREAT time. Come join the fun. There's a place for everyone.

We had some great money saving suggestions and as you may have noticed we have already implemented a number of these ideas. It was noted that during wing night there were lots full containers of ketchup, ranch dressing and celery as well as wads of napkins being thrown away. To eliminate this waste we are no longer putting out bulk ketchup and ranch dressing and asking each person if they would like celery when taking wing orders. A suggestion to save napkins was to place paper towel holders with table numbers on each table. Jerry Belding took the idea and improved it to add salt and pepper holes to keep all in one place. Jerry built 37 in record time and we started using them in June. Yes, we are making some additional work for ourselves and yes, it is going to take some time to adjust but so far it looks like all these ideas are paying off and many thanks to the all who had a hand in suggesting them. A "BIG, BIG Thank You" goes out to Harriet Smith and Deb Stempin for volunteering to prepare the individual servings and making sure we have enough of each.

Jackie Brooks and Mike O'Connell have been actively working the plans for the July 4th celebration and they are coming along nicely. We start at 1pm and last until 5pm. Last year the jump castle and dunk tank were big hits so we have them again. Other events on tap are face painting, balloon toss, cake walk and the "Jail" as well as hamburgers, hotdogs and all the fixin's starting at 3pm. We will be decorating the hall after steak night on Friday July 3rd so if you are able to help come on out and give us a hand. Although the 4th is on Saturday we are still planning breakfast from 9 to 11 so come on out and make a day of it and celebrate the 4th with the post.

Our 4th Tuesday meal this month is a special dish prepared by our own Ladies Auxiliary President Anna Martin. Anna is working a meal she says is a family favorite and goes fast so prepare to arrive early and get a good seat.

The committee is actively working on the post Independence Day celebration. If you are able to volunteer to help with the festivities please contact one of our event planners, Mike O'Connell or Jackie Brooks who will gladly accept help.

Planned and Upcoming Events

• Every 3rd Tuesday – Spaghetti Night.
• Every Wednesday Night – Wings.
• Every Thursday Night- Pizza by the slice.
• Every Saturday Morning - Breakfast.
• July 4th - Independence Day Celebration.
• July 25th – Post Yard Sale.
• July 28th - 4th Tuesday Meal – Charlie.
• August 18th - No Spaghetti - "Billy" Burger is filling in with his special.
• August 25th – "Billy" Burger Special.

Thanks and remember, the House Committee meetings are open to all members and we welcome you to sit in. Also, the minutes of the previous meeting are posted on bulletin board in the game room.

Ted Tufts
House Committee Chairman

A role model…

is a good example for other people to follow.

I was a brand new helicopter pilot when I met Major Crandall the company commander who was getting ready to leave for home. Both Major Crandall and his second in command Captain Ed 'too tall to fly' Freeman, who was depicted in the movie 'We were soldiers once and young', were awarded the Medal of Honor reflecting great credit upon themselves, their unit, and the United States Army. www.history.army.mil/html/moh/vietnam-a-l.html

Did you wonder who that person was awarded the Medal of Honor pictured in our canteen? His son Mike Williams is a member of our post. Additionally Post member Bill Shultz served with him. Boatswain's Mate First Class James E. Williams, "his extraordinary heroism and exemplary fighting spirit in the face of grave risks inspired the efforts of his men to defeat a larger enemy force, and are in keeping with the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service." www.history.army.mil/html/moh/vietnam-m-z.html

We all want to be good role models to inspire others to follow…

Our Post sponsors Boy Scout Troop 752 and Venture Crew 752 . They're working to present themselves as good examples, role models for others to follow. They work the 4th Saturday Breakfast at the VFW as a fund raiser to help pay for their camping expenses… propane, trailer, gas, and camping fees. The only money they receive for this fund raiser comes from the breakfast patron's tips. Don't let them down, you know what to do.

I want to thank Phil Gardner, Frank Blaszak, and Robin Pittman for their input and inspiration for this article ~ " A role model… ".

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On a crowded bus, a man noticed that another man sitting down had his eyes closed. Surprised he asked "what's the matter? Are you sick or something?" "No, I'm okay. It's just that I hate to see old ladies standing.
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