military: Wreaths Across America: Remember, Honor & Teach - A touching Christmas tradition & Worcester Wreath Co. - 12/18/10 11:21 AM
Wreaths Across America is a touching Christmas traditionthat was started in 1992 by Morrill Worcester the founder of Worcester Wreath Co. 
Wreaths Across America is Remembering our Veterans, Honoring their families and Teaching the children, this is a wonderful group. Please take a moment and watch the video below in this post.
The Worcester Wreath Company does not cut down any trees to make the wreaths. The Balsam tree's branches are trimmed every 3 years in order to allow them to regrow. This is a solid American business with a big heart, if you are looking for a beautiful wreath this season I suggest checking … (16 comments)

military: November 11th is Veterans Day! - 11/05/10 02:14 PM
Just a quick note to everyone that next Thursday, November 11th is Veterans Day. Federal Offices will be closed and possibly some local government offices as well. Take a moment to thank those who have served, and say a prayer for them, and especially for those still serving. Fly the American Flag with pride.
Oh, and if you know a Marine (once a Marine, always a Marine), be sure to wish them a Happy Birthday on the 10th. It's the Birthday of the Corps. They'll get it and know you do too!
 
 
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military: THE MINNESOTA MILITARY MUSEUM - 09/26/10 03:24 PM
The Minnesota Military Museum is located less than an hour north of St. Cloud in Camp Ripley, an Army National Guard Training facility. Drive through the main gate of this sprawling military post and you will soon find the museum, a smallish building with a yard full of items that don't fit in the building. Think helicopters, planes, tanks, and artillery pieces. It looks like Patton's yard sale!
Once inside we met Bea, who gave us friendly guidance, and later filled us in on all things military. The displays take you on a chronological tour of Minnesotan military history, beginning with … (4 comments)