April 22, ’07

We had a little break before our next luncheon. February was very busy for us and March’s dates were already filled so April was our next visit to the hospital. Janelle and I decided to make a weekend of it. I met her at her house early Saturday afternoon and we spent the rest of the day shopping for Sunday’s visit. That evening we packed the gift bags and wrote the note cards to the families to include in them. Marine Moms and Troop Supporters had sent us notes to pass along to the patients so we made a display board filled with encouraging messages from all over the country. Sunday morning Deb and Brenda, another Marine Mom who has joined our little group, met up with us. We loaded up the SUV and the car, then headed out. We had a bright sunny day for our visit.

Wounded Marines, Soldiers, their families and friends, Marine Officers in Training from Quantico who were visiting that day, hospital staff, and Navy and Marine staff enjoyed a meal of pork barbecue, lunchmeat and sandwich makings, cole slaw, macaroni salad, potato salad, chips, fresh veggie trays, fresh fruit, pies, and juice drinks. We were able to have gift bags for each family, and we filled the fridge and cabinets in the pantry with drinks and snacks. Once again, Operation Thank You, a military support group from Washington State, came through with things for the guys. Many thanks to all of you who helped make this day possible! We also appreciate the Marine Liaison staff who work with us to make these luncheons happen.