2012 Veteran's Day

The resort celebrated Veteran's Day on Friday, but I am posting on 11/11.

The day started with a parade:

a group photo of most of the parade entrants*

 pace setters (walkers) leading the parade

 then the golf carts

 hubby, one of two bike riders

 a short parade

then to the flag raising ceremony

A new flag was raised at the resort, replacing the flag that was raised on 11/11/11.

 Shelly's daughters leading the National Anthem

John & Wilma leading the Canadian National Anthem

honoring the Canadian servicemen and women

 Shelly, CV Activity Director sharing the story of her father,

a WWII prisoner of war

 Marlene wearing her patriotic pants & vest

table center pieces for the luncheon

the wall decor behind the serving line*

the greeter outside the door*

snack wall decor*

 shiny stars

patriotic bouquet

ceiling decor

shimmery & shiny

stars

Veterans from each branch of the service were honored at the luncheon of delicious roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salad and cookies for desert. One of the resort residents shared his Viet Nam story through words and music of the late 60s on a DVD. 

The day wrapped up with an evening of  "war" songs from the 40s to the 90s sung by 3 very talented sisters, Uptown Angels. An awesome ending to a day honoring those who have served their country. 

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Thank you Veterans for serving your 

country and keeping our freedom.

*photos courtesy of Marge Raudstein. Thanks Marge. You new camera works well.