November 6, 2010

This morning I woke to solid ice in the birdbath, its cold up here. Five more days until Arlington. Hard to believe when I look over the breadth of the time and distance traveled. June 5th, five months ago I began this trek of remembrance, and it will soon come to an end. My mind cannot truly wrap around the accomplishment of it all. I had another unexpected blessing since yesterday’s post. Last night when the phone rang it was the Governor of South Carolina, Mark Sanford. He wanted to apologize for missing me in Columbia and thank me for the efforts and remembering Gold Star families. I was humbled that he had called me, and we had a very positive conversation. I think it would be legitimate of me to now say I have had direct contact with 19 heads of state. Another God moment.

I found out earlier this week that today is Military tribute day at the Clemson University football game. They will be honoring military families and will be flying the Honor and Remember Flag. I am continuously amazed at how the flag is being more visibly accepted. It is what we hope and work for but it still amazes me. Call and thank the athletic director and lets root for Clemson….. or NC state.

Headed back to Asheville for the evening and was privileged to share a meal with the Banks family and with Randy Ray. Randy lost his son Joe in Iraq and we have been speaking for over a year. His sister Jan Banks has been instrumental in presenting several personalized flags in the western NC area.  Great evening of food and fellowship.

Tomorrow: Presentation at Trinity Baptist in Asheville, 1030am. Carolina Panthers, flying the flag.

Blessings, George

November 5, 2010 Admin, Admin, Admin... finally posted and got caught up. Tomorrow: More of the same AND Clemson University flying HR at Saturday's game. Blessings, George

November 4, 2010 Day 150 began with an onslaught of rain,  haven't had many of those as a matter of fact many states are in drought conditions. But I welcome the weather and headed off for what would become a very busy and productive day. My first stop was to visit with US Congressman Joe Wilson. This truly inspiring man, warmly →

November 3, 2010 This morning with an overcast sky and a cool blowing wind, the Patriot Guard/Rolling Thunder riders stood a flag line for what effectively was an emotional and  memorable ceremony.  Two Gold Star families were honored today at the bottom steps of a spectacular South Carolina Capitol backdrop.  I was able to share the message with a very receptive →

November 2, 2010  Election Day Hopefully everyone went out today and voted for the candidates of their choice. Our military men and women sacrifice everything to protect and defend that right and I thank them everyday. The best way I believe to be grateful for their service is to exorcise those constitutional rights. Today was a travel day, headed to Georgia, however →

November 1, 2010 Open day, administrative errands and  moved on to the home of Bill and Margaret Aikens. Had a wonderful dinner and will rest for tomorrows meeting and 5 hour drive to Columbia. Tomorrow: Vietnam Veterans meeting Blessings, George

October 31, 2010  Halloween Today was another casual open day. There was no church opportunity. I have to say that it is difficult for a pastor to share pulpit time with me. Pastors who are not familiar with my message would have to break from their planned service to fit in an unknown. This is difficult on many levels but primarily →

Beautiful ceremony on steps of FL state capitol. Honored lcdr guy houston, 1969 vietnam. Thanks pgr for standing for the family. AL tonight. # Now entering Georgia. Alabama was incredible. See journal post. # Looking for a church opportunty to speak Sunday in atlanta area. Please let me know. # Very unfortunate today, complete tire destruction, 3 hours on the side of the →

October 30, 2010 Open day today to run errands, catch up on my responsibilities like journaling and blogging and generally relax. I was also to spend some quality time with Florence and lean more about her hero navy son. Tomorrow: Vet fest speaking opportunity Blessings, George

October 29, 2010 Headed back to the state capitol this morning for a scheduled ceremony. Blue star mom Cindy Wiley had planned the event and I was looking forward to bringing the message to Georgia. The ceremony opened beautifully on the inside steps of the capitol to amazing marble architecture with the National Guardsman posting colors, the pledge of allegiance and →