Update December 23, 2009

Update: Two soldiers will be baptised at Immanuel Baptist Church in Lebanon on December 24th at 1700 (5:00PM). These two are committing their lives to Christ and country. If at all possible, attend the service, and show your support.

It was proposed that we (Chapter 1004) assemble at O'Charley's in Lebanon for a group New Years dinner, around 1730-1800 (5:30PM-6:00PM), on December 31st.

Please don't forget to be in the Lebanon Square wearing your flash, it will be VVA 1004's way of sending off our local troops being deployed.

Thanks, ~Sarge

New Post Update

Attn: All Members

At Ronnie "T-Lightening" Hobbs' request.

Two soldiers have accepted Jesus Christ as their Saviour, Amen!!!

Both are being deployed soon to the Middle East. It is their desire to confirm their Faith by Baptism prior to leaving the United States. The Pastor at Ronnie Hobbs' church has set aside a time for their Baptism during the Christmas Eve Service. It is Ronnie's request that as many VVA members come to his church to show support for these two brave young men, as they embark on both their new duty station, and on their journey as new born again Christians. More information as to times and location will be announced by Ronnie on Wednesday morning at the Old Neighborhood Grill at 0830. Please, plan to attend.

To those who can not attend the Wednesday morning meeting for whatever reason, Christmas Holiday travel or other family business. I would like to extend to all of you my wishes for a Very Merry and Blessed Christmas, and may God keep you safe and make 2010 a very prosporous New Year!!!! ~Sarge

UPDATE DECEMBER 18, 2009

ATTENTION!!!!

WHERE: On the Square In Lebanon
WHEN: December 28th, at 1300 (1:00pm)
WHY: To salute local troops being deployed to the Middle East
UNIFORM OF THE DAY: Doc says, "wear flash". We all know what that means.

Monday, December 14th

Good morning all, I just checked out a website called http://www.notthistime.net/ , encourage all of you to check it out. I emailed it to you also, on behalf of Doc Kraft, and his son Sean.

I apologise for not posting the pictures from the Christmas Parade as yet, I am still working it, I beg your indulgence as my computer, fine piece of machinery as it is, is well, somewhat on the blink, soon to be rectified however, I hope!!!

Thanks, ~Sarge

December Updates

Welcome Aboard to a new member of Chapter 1004.
Let's all welcome Steve Jackson and William Siver both Vietnam Veterans.

We would like to extend a warm welcome to the following New Associate Members:
Ada Hawpe
Suzanne Walsek
Joyce Luper
Michael Kraft
Jennifer Baker
Dianne Granstaff
Melissa Granstaff
WELCOME ABOARD !!!

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Keep in mind, the Lebanon Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 6th. We are expected to meet behind Lebanon High School at 1200 (noon). It is my understanding that we will be riding as we did for Veteran's Day. Please do you best to make the Christmas Parade. Thanks, and Semper Fi!!! ~Sarge
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It was good to see so many of you at The Old Neighborhood Grill this morning. I trust everyone had a great Thanksgiving. No one looked any worse for the wear. Take care, until next time. Remember, if you know of anyone who is still out in the bush, tell them about us, welcome them home, and if possible, bring them to the next meeting. WHICH BY THE WAY, THERE IS A DATE CHANGE FOR OUR NEXT MEETING AT THE FAIRGROUNDS. WE WILL BE MEETING ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 14TH AT 1900 (7:00pm). PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE!!! Thanks, ~Sarge

I posted NOON at the School for the Christmas Parade, I was obviously fed some false information, by person/persons unknown. Anyway Belay that, and be at the school around 1300-1315. The parade doesn't start until two. No need freezing our **S's off any longer than we haveto, right? SEE YOU THERE> ~Sarge

Latest Pics/Important Info, From Doc and the Old Man

There will be a Banquet given by "Wilson County Concerned Citizen's For Veteran's"

Place: East/West Building at Wilson County Fair Grounds

When: Friday November 20th, at 1800 (6:00PM)

Charge: There is NO Charge, however donations will be gladly accepted.

This organization has had this function in Wilson County for 19 years, including this year.

Contact: Any questions, please call: Betty Cantrell at (615) 449-0311

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VETERAN'S CHRISTMAS DINNER for VVA and VFW and American Legion Veteran's and Families

When: December 10th at 1800 (6:00PM)

Where: Veteran's Building at the Fairgrounds (same bldg. VVA meets in)

Menu: Roast beef, sliced ham, green beans, mashed potatos, and drink

Food will be provided at no charge. Each family however, is requested to bring one side dish (pickles, veggie plate, salad, etc.) and one desert.

RSVP: Carol Dedmond at (615) 444-2460

More Information: Call Pete at (615) 804-4404

Donations will be taken at the door for Needy Vet's and Family Home

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A HAPPY AND BLESSED THANKGIVING WISH TO ALL FROM ~SARGE AND LINDA TO ALL OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES!!! ~Sarge

New Picture from "Doc"

Doc sent this picture to me for posting. It looks like we've got the whole crew that were able to make the Veteran's Day Parade 2009. Thanks Doc!!! ~Sarge