I hesitate to ask friends to donate money or time to my favorite causes, but I'm breaking my rule here to advocate you consider doing so for
The Wounded Warrior Project. No matter what our political persuasion, I hope all can agree on the need to support those who were wounded while serving in our country's military. To me this is crucial. As an old Army combat medic, I have seen up close and personal too many of these kids over time, and we must extend our helping hands. OK, I'm climbing off of my soapbox. Below is a link for further information. Thanks from the bottom of my heart.
https://www.woundedwarriorproject.or...ge/Itemid,840/
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Men In Nursing- "A Few Good Men"
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John F. Kennedy, September, 1960
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