What's your plan for Veterans Day this year?

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Response by SFC David Reid, M.S, PHR, SHRM-CP, DTM made Nov 8 at 2022 7:45 AM

SFC David Reid, M.S, PHR, SHRM-CP, DTM — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:45:08 -0500

To honor them!

Response by COL Randall C. made Nov 8 at 2022 7:45 AM

COL Randall C. — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:45:32 -0500

Having coffee with a friend.

Response by LTC Eugene Chu made Nov 8 at 2022 7:51 AM

LTC Eugene Chu — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:51:16 -0500

Quietly attend a yoga event with veterans charity fundraiser and enjoy a veterans day discount from local businesses.

Response by Maj Robert Thornton made Nov 8 at 2022 8:34 AM

Maj Robert Thornton — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 08:34:50 -0500

Attend the Veterans Day luncheon and parade in Dawsonville. The luncheon is at the Jr High, Etowah Wayer provides the Chic-fil-ey. The program and parade are put on by the Veterans Affairs Committee of Dawson County, of which I am the treasurer. Cheers

Response by SPC Jeff Daley, PhD made Nov 8 at 2022 10:13 AM

SPC Jeff Daley, PhD — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:13:30 -0500

Attending the Phoenix Veterans Parade, then breakfast with friends.

Response by SSG Christopher Conklin made Nov 8 at 2022 2:23 PM

SSG Christopher Conklin — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:23:57 -0500

I will be working, but at 1100 a.m. will face to the East and not doing anything for one minute and than go to my dad grave and say thanks, and do the same all the other of brothers who gave their all so we be free.

Response by SP5 Dennis Loberger made Nov 8 at 2022 3:08 PM

SP5 Dennis Loberger — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:08:22 -0500

Have already been questioned for a video for a local school. Last week we visited a parochial school for a Veteran's Day event. Visit a nursing home on Thursday for vets there. Friday we have a procession to a number of local schools and finish with a rifle squad performance and flag raising preceding the viewing of the aforementioned video at a middle school in Cedarburg, WI

Response by SFC Terry Fortune made Nov 8 at 2022 8:16 PM

SFC Terry Fortune — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:16:48 -0500

Plan on going to a Veteran's Day program with Grandson at his school.

Response by 1SG Frank Peck made Nov 9 at 2022 10:45 AM

1SG Frank Peck — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:45:56 -0500

My wife and I will be celebrating our 9th wedding anniversary. She is a former Army Medic that did a hitch back in the late 70's. I was in the U.S.M.C during the same time period. I ended up doing my four years, got out missed it, went into National Guard, ended up full retirement with 35yrs and two days. We been together for 12 yrs. When we decided to get married, we picked Veterans Day, so we can celebrate with all our Brothers, and Sisters who bared arms protecting our great community, state, and nation.

Response by PFC Methuselah Shama made Nov 9 at 2022 5:54 PM

PFC Methuselah Shama — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:54:58 -0500

I am a purple heart recipient, and I plan to take my wife with me, (will be 60 years on Dece. 21, 2022 married), out to eat. She has enjoyed the veterans life with me, and has been there for me, and often helped others as well. Thank you

Response by SPC Paul Tabone made Nov 9 at 2022 5:59 PM

SPC Paul Tabone — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:59:55 -0500

To remember my fellow Viet Nam Combat Veterans and how we were treated when we got home.

Response by SPC Sean Neeld made Nov 9 at 2022 6:09 PM

SPC Sean Neeld — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:09:39 -0500

Well, our plans have changed since Nicole will be bearing down on Florida. Our Veterans Day parade is canceled too. Yeah, I know. Debbie Downer.

Response by HN Marie Jackson made Nov 9 at 2022 7:07 PM

HN Marie Jackson — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:07:21 -0500

STAYING LOCKED UP IN MY RENTAL HOME... I DON'T CARE FOR ANYONE TO KNOW I'M A VETERAN.. I HATE I EVER SERVED!!!!

Response by G Nel made Nov 9 at 2022 7:11 PM

G Nel — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:11:51 -0500

Going to a Veterans Day breakfast at UPMC

Response by Barbara Sekerak made Nov 9 at 2022 7:14 PM

Barbara Sekerak — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:14:36 -0500

As a surviving spouse, I will send a thank you to those in my family and friends who have served in the military. And I will visit the grave site of my spouse..

Response by SP5 Euwayne Jones made Nov 9 at 2022 7:17 PM

SP5 Euwayne Jones — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:17:28 -0500

Unfortunately I have to work, then I'll spend the rest of the day with my Family and enjoy a nice meal.
Thank Gods for my many blessings.

Response by SFC Jan Goodman made Nov 9 at 2022 7:37 PM

SFC Jan Goodman — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:37:25 -0500

I will go and visit my mother and father in the Fort Bliss, cemetary, which is what I do every year!

Response by PFC Loria Dawson made Nov 9 at 2022 7:40 PM

PFC Loria Dawson — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:40:55 -0500

I’ll be staying home with my family. It’s going to rain all day. Such a shame. There were a lot of freebies going on. My town doesn’t have any veteran day events or parades.

Response by SFC Andrew Willsie made Nov 9 at 2022 7:44 PM

SFC Andrew Willsie — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:44:34 -0500

Hopefully not be homeless

Response by PFC Rebecca Judd made Nov 9 at 2022 8:07 PM

PFC Rebecca Judd — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:07:04 -0500

On Veterans Day I plan to participate in Veteran Day activities. Then as an employee of Homeland Security I am required to worked in the afternoon. My job is to protect passengers from any items that are prohibited. Our agency was created after 9/11.

Response by SPC Candy Snyder made Nov 9 at 2022 8:12 PM

SPC Candy Snyder — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:12:23 -0500

I plan on going to Brownville,NY Cemetery to share memories of a gentleman by the name of Warren Hopseker. He passed away last November 13 ,2021. He fought in WW2 and Korea,,and seen action in Germany. He was 97 years young! What a honor to call him Dad, (really dad inlaw).He has fought me how to garden ,told me stories of his childhood and some horrors of war. God Bless to all Veterans even me I'm one !

Response by MSgt John Jamison made Nov 9 at 2022 8:15 PM

MSgt John Jamison — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:15:25 -0500

I pland to March in Portland Oregon's Veterans Day Parade.

Response by SGT Kenneth Arant made Nov 9 at 2022 8:18 PM

SGT Kenneth Arant — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:18:49 -0500

I plan on going to my high school where they are going to have me as an honored guest during their Veterans Day program. It will be 18 years to the day since I last stepped in the school after I got out of basic and AIT.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2022 8:20 PM

CW3 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:20:20 -0500

I plan to reach out to my brothers and sisters with whom I served and to spend time with family members who sacrificed and supported me when I could not be with them through the years of service.

Response by COL Alvin Au made Nov 9 at 2022 8:23 PM

COL Alvin Au — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:23:52 -0500

I plan to visit several of my former combat veterans buddies who are ill with Agent Orange as result of their tours as infantry soldiers. I enjoy their company, & we look forward to remember our other infantry buddies who have passed away as results of their illnesses from the Vietnam conflict.

Response by SPC Benjamin Prouty made Nov 9 at 2022 8:28 PM

SPC Benjamin Prouty — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:28:49 -0500

I work with Homeless Veterans in Alaska. I'm unfortunately working Friday but I plan to drive my veterans to Golden Corral for a free meal. I want to make sure all my guys and gals don't miss out.

Response by Sgt Jaimie McAfee made Nov 9 at 2022 8:29 PM

Sgt Jaimie McAfee — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:29:27 -0500

Free Applebees, chilis, dennys, and my vet center counseling appointment.

Response by PVT Jonathan Nixon made Nov 9 at 2022 8:42 PM

PVT Jonathan Nixon — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 20:42:13 -0500

I plan on spending Veterans Day in God's word and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Response by SrA Jacob Martin made Nov 9 at 2022 9:17 PM

SrA Jacob Martin — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 21:17:57 -0500

Pray and give thanks to God!

Response by 1LT Quincita Dennis made Nov 9 at 2022 9:38 PM

1LT Quincita Dennis — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 21:38:18 -0500

I plan to relax!!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2022 9:56 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 21:56:12 -0500

I will be attending the Rock The Green Beret in Nashville TN at Kid Rocks Honky Tonk Nov 13th. It's a fundraiser for the Green Beret Foundation.

Response by PO3 Inez Bonneville made Nov 9 at 2022 10:03 PM

PO3 Inez Bonneville — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:03:46 -0500

I'm eating from Waco, Tx to OKC, OK while I travel to OK to see my daughter who is also a Veteran

Response by SMSgt Lee Hanna Mendoza made Nov 9 at 2022 10:05 PM

SMSgt Lee Hanna Mendoza — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:05:02 -0500

Get breakfast, coffee, and lunch with my also veteran husband.

Response by SPC Felix Gonzalez made Nov 9 at 2022 10:07 PM

SPC Felix Gonzalez — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:07:20 -0500

I’ve been bedridden for fours years and finally had the operation that allows me to go enjoy the free meals these nice restaurants are giving away this year. I really missed this part of the year.

Response by PO3 Giszel Villarreal made Nov 9 at 2022 10:09 PM

PO3 Giszel Villarreal — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:09:29 -0500

My plan for this year Veterans Day this year is to enjoy the freebies and hanging out with the Veterans Affairs group at the University of Minnesota

Response by Sgt Gerald Dean Johnson made Nov 9 at 2022 10:13 PM

Sgt Gerald Dean Johnson — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:13:26 -0500

I will enjoy live jazz and dinner with a group of friends at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Response by PVT Michael Brouillette made Nov 9 at 2022 10:13 PM

PVT Michael Brouillette — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:13:56 -0500

I just hope and plan to see a few of my fellow Veterans and hopefully enjoy a couple free meals

Response by SPC Robert Grayson made Nov 9 at 2022 10:21 PM

SPC Robert Grayson — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:21:04 -0500

I’m going to eat at a couple of restaurants and attend the OKC Thunder game.

Response by SSG David Lastly made Nov 9 at 2022 10:31 PM

SSG David Lastly — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:31:23 -0500

Waste my early morning trying to get a coupon or two so I can partake a free coffee when I finally get home from overseas…Seriously though I fully intend on going to Pointe du Hoc on my way home. I have a bucket list knocking them out one by one but some places require a return trip as they can be so impactful and also get some closure. I would put Arlington National Cemetery and Pointe du Hoc as well worth not only a visit that will define you but a return visit as well. Full Send

Response by CPL Chris Cook made Nov 9 at 2022 10:49 PM

CPL Chris Cook — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:49:02 -0500

Going to local events around Charlotte, North Carolina.

Response by SGT Daniel Neizmik made Nov 9 at 2022 10:49 PM

SGT Daniel Neizmik — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:49:16 -0500

Each year I go to Great Clips for my free haircut; I go there all year. This is the only "freebee" I take advantage of. There a lot of places that offer free meals, but I live in southeastern NC and there are many fellow Vets that need these meals and since I can afford to pay I do. I'm not rich and maybe even on the lower end of the scale, but this is my way to show respect to my fellow Vets. There is always someone who need it more and it's a great feeling to see them happy.

Response by CN William Sullivan made Nov 9 at 2022 10:50 PM

CN William Sullivan — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:50:43 -0500

Calling my Son in the Middle East. He will not be here for the holidays this year. My Son is a Navy Seal Officer. My Dad is a Navy Veteran. I will surprise him and take him to San Diego where he was stationed on the U.S. Gompers. He also met my mom in the Navy galley where is worked. She said she really liked him and would always serve him with respect and a beautiful smile. They have been married 46 years!

Response by PO2 Jennifer Proffer made Nov 9 at 2022 10:51 PM

PO2 Jennifer Proffer — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 22:51:57 -0500

This year, I really want to share the good parts of my service with my children and attend their Elementary school choir performance to celebrate Veteran’s Day. Years prior, my PTSD stopped me from wanting to share that I am a Veteran for fear of bringing back the bad memories. This year is the first time I want to focus on the positive parts, the ones that I am proud of! Wish me luck!

Response by SP5 Vernard Ulrich made Nov 9 at 2022 11:03 PM

SP5 Vernard Ulrich — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:03:37 -0500

Printed American Legion Auxiliary "America the Beautiful" color books and are taking to our son's elementary school Veteran's Day Breakfast.

Response by SGT Gerald “Jerry” Harrell made Nov 9 at 2022 11:05 PM

SGT Gerald “Jerry” Harrell — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:05:54 -0500

To appreciate all those that came before me and all those that currently serve. To be thankful to all those who have served, fought and sacrificed to give this Country the right to disagree, to speak our mind, worship our gods (or not), to come together and to decide our futures and realize that American Dream! It is appropriate that Election Day has just come and gone right before we celebrate those who made it possible and those that defend it every day. Happy Veterans Day !

Response by CPT Dianne Holcombe made Nov 9 at 2022 11:28 PM

CPT Dianne Holcombe — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:28:05 -0500

My grandchildren want to honor their favorite veterans, their grandfather and me, by making dinner for us.

Response by PVT Stephen Graham made Nov 9 at 2022 11:30 PM

PVT Stephen Graham — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:30:31 -0500

My Name is Stephen M. Graham I plan to Reminisce, eat good and dream of what could have been in my life, I have only been to 2 Veteran Day celebrations/ parade in my life, I am 69 years old, I am a Vietnam Combat Veteran, I was a private when I was discharged from service, I am a quadriplegic, I have Osteomyelitis and on antibiotics for the rest of my life, stage 4 wounds, I survived Covic 19 twice, I suffer from (PTSD). I am so happy I served in the military and have not, will not change the way I feel about serving in the military period.

Response by SFC Frances C Torres made Nov 9 at 2022 11:43 PM

SFC Frances C Torres — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:43:59 -0500

Doing things on a whim with my BFF Cynthia.

Response by HN Mark Charneski made Nov 9 at 2022 11:45 PM

HN Mark Charneski — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:45:56 -0500

Work with inmates, some of which are veterans, on their substance abuse and life issues to help them regain control of their lives. The same thing I do all year, in other words, go to work.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2022 11:56 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 23:56:26 -0500

Engaging in at 10k ruck march, educate a school on benefits of the military and pay tribute to those that have led the way.

Response by Maj Sheila Thompson made Nov 10 at 2022 12:02 AM

Maj Sheila Thompson — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:02:17 -0500

Adjust to being a new single mom and a new Florida resident with these hurricanes! Might need a stronger drink than coffee

Response by PO3 Veronica Saavedra made Nov 10 at 2022 12:02 AM

PO3 Veronica Saavedra — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:02:38 -0500

I plan to spend my Veterans Day going to a veterans parade and spending time with my Veteran friends. I also plan on working doing lesson plans for my kindergarten students. I am also sending out my kindergarten students post cards and gifts that they made for veterans.

Response by Cpl Robert Munoz made Nov 10 at 2022 12:04 AM

Cpl Robert Munoz — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:04:03 -0500

Going to the VA in Las Vegas Nv, to feel the love VETs should feel everyday. ;)

Response by SPC Haywood Sawyer made Nov 10 at 2022 12:35 AM

SPC Haywood Sawyer — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:35:01 -0500

Plan on drinkin beer and raising hell for AMERICA. Drinkin HOOAH juice and BBqing. E-4 Mafia for Life.

Response by PVT Anthony Miano made Nov 10 at 2022 12:38 AM

PVT Anthony Miano — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:38:10 -0500

WATCHING YOU-TUBE CHRISTIAN MOVIES AND SERMONS.

Response by PVT Anthony Miano made Nov 10 at 2022 12:39 AM

PVT Anthony Miano — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:39:36 -0500

WATCHING YOU-TUBE CHRISTIAN MOVIES AND SERMONS.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2022 12:41 AM

Cpl Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:41:42 -0500

I am going to a veteran breakfast, then after that I will test for my black belt in Judo

Response by PO3 George W Troutman made Nov 10 at 2022 1:16 AM

PO3 George W Troutman — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 01:16:20 -0500

Veterans Day is the day I pay tribute to my family members, like my father and mother who both served in the Army during WWII, and other family members that served all the way back to the Revolutionary War! Because of them me, my brother and my sister all served in the military during the Vietnam War. My brother and I are all that are left that served. We are both proud to be known as Veterans and we honor our family and all others that served our country by having served in the United States of America Military!!
George W. Troutman, DK3, U.S. Navy 1968-1974

Response by SGT Michael Brand made Nov 10 at 2022 2:07 AM

SGT Michael Brand — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 02:07:45 -0500

Drive around and get as many Veterans' Day freebies as possible! ;-)

Response by PVT Carmeletta M made Nov 10 at 2022 2:32 AM

PVT Carmeletta M — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 02:32:08 -0500

To honor the men and women who gave so much for us to call this land home. I’ll also be checking for the coffee

Response by SP5 George McLaurin made Nov 10 at 2022 3:07 AM

SP5 George McLaurin — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 03:07:46 -0500

I plan to attend the 1st ever Veterans Day Parade in Whiteville, North Carolina, Columbus County

Response by SGT Santiago jim Lopez made Nov 10 at 2022 3:16 AM

SGT Santiago jim Lopez — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 03:16:05 -0500

My plans for veterans day is to prepare as many sack lunches as possible for the homeless
people that i can and to give them a christian track and 5.00 so that they might read the word of God and hopefully bring them to salavation and also to honor every Veteran that i run into and thank them for serving their country. Becaues i believe that veterns are the reason this great country of ours is free.

Response by MAJ Darrell Caron made Nov 10 at 2022 3:34 AM

MAJ Darrell Caron — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 03:34:17 -0500

I am attending the American Bombshells event at Foxborough High School along with Jonathan Hill.

Response by SGT Jimmy Moon made Nov 10 at 2022 6:06 AM

SGT Jimmy Moon — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:06:08 -0500

I'm planning on enjoying the day with my wife. Maybe I will attend a meal somewhere that's being served to honor our veterans.

Response by 1LT Michael Contos made Nov 10 at 2022 6:12 AM

1LT Michael Contos — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:12:21 -0500

Speak at the Middle School where one of my grandkids attends and explain how Veterans Day was started and how honored us veterans are to have such recognition from our various communities.

Response by SSgt Kevin Peterson made Nov 10 at 2022 6:28 AM

SSgt Kevin Peterson — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:28:00 -0500

Visiting for the 1st time the Columbia SC Art Museum with Free Admission

Response by LTC Leslie Lee made Nov 10 at 2022 6:45 AM

LTC Leslie Lee — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:45:15 -0500

Unfortunately, I have to work and will miss all the free meals and such. I am now a teacher and will be chaperoning a group of kids at our state's Youth Legislature. Maybe next year I can relax, but for now, I love teaching high school students about how our government works.

Response by SP5 Sidney Underwood made Nov 10 at 2022 6:55 AM

SP5 Sidney Underwood — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 06:55:53 -0500

Eat with the family & enjoy the fellow veterans

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2022 7:41 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 07:41:59 -0500

Visit Retired Friends

Response by SPC Robert Jones made Nov 10 at 2022 7:42 AM

SPC Robert Jones — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 07:42:16 -0500

I, along with fellow veterans, will walk 7 miles to honor all veterans. This walk has been going on for several years.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2022 7:42 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 07:42:46 -0500

Visit Retired Friends

Response by LCpl Candace Farst made Nov 10 at 2022 8:17 AM

LCpl Candace Farst — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:17:44 -0500

I have been invited to my Daughter's High school for their Veterans day program. Then that evening they are having a for fun basketball game and I have been invited their as well.

Response by SGM Eduardo Velez made Nov 10 at 2022 8:23 AM

SGM Eduardo Velez — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:23:43 -0500

Stop by an retirement center and serve breakfast for the elder veterans. Then, in the afternoon stop at the VFW and buy drinks for the elders and night have dinner with my son and thank him for supporting me while I had the honor to serve this nation for 27 years in the US Army.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2022 8:29 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:29:44 -0500

I am going to visit the grandkids and spent time together in addition to their Mom and Dad.

Response by TSgt Raine Broussard made Nov 10 at 2022 8:29 AM

TSgt Raine Broussard — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:29:54 -0500

1) Start the day by giving thanks and prayers to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ for keeping our men and women in armed forces safe and secure.
2) have breakfast w/ friends at Denny’s
3) get my car washed and oil changed
3) have our annual lunch at Lazy Dogs with a group of other veterans
4) attend my Tustin American Legion post #227 gathering
5) have an early dinner at nearby Black Angus Steakhouse with veterans and supporters.
6) End the day at Newport Harbor American Legion with friends looking at the harbor and listening to the band.
7) before bedtime give thanks and pray to God for us veterans who sacrificed our lives and served our country.

Response by SN D Modica made Nov 10 at 2022 9:03 AM

SN D Modica — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:03:41 -0500

FTM3 D. Modica USN
Hy-Vee breakfast, Memorial services, Perkins Mag 7, Little Ceasar's & Taco John's combos, Buffalo Wild Wings takeout, Applebee's dinner

Response by LTC Ana D made Nov 10 at 2022 9:04 AM

LTC Ana D — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:04:03 -0500

We will attend the Old Soldiers and Sailors Veterans Day parade on Anna Maria Island and enjoy some family time.

Response by SSgt Herb Webster made Nov 10 at 2022 9:16 AM

SSgt Herb Webster — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:16:24 -0500

Even though we are experiencing Tropical Storm Nicole at the moment here in Florida, my plans are still to pick up 3 veteran buddies tomorrow and we will be going to Olive Garden for lunch.

Response by SSgt Herb Webster made Nov 10 at 2022 9:24 AM

SSgt Herb Webster — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:24:34 -0500

Even though we are experiencing Tropical Storm Nicole currently, my plans are still to pick up my three veteran buddies tomorrow and we are going to Olive Garden for lunch

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2022 9:51 AM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:51:19 -0500

Spend time with friends

Response by CMDCM Gerald Cartwright made Nov 10 at 2022 10:12 AM

CMDCM Gerald Cartwright — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:12:45 -0500

I will be joining my fellow shipmates of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), TRIESTE Base, in a Veterans Day Parade in Murietta,CA.

Response by SGT Steve Wessel made Nov 10 at 2022 10:14 AM

SGT Steve Wessel — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:14:27 -0500

Have a free lunch and remember those who did not come home.

Response by PO2 Herman Foster made Nov 10 at 2022 10:35 AM

PO2 Herman Foster — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:35:44 -0500

Just being able to get out of bed and being able to walk.

Response by PO3 Tania Cintron made Nov 10 at 2022 11:31 AM

PO3 Tania Cintron — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:31:01 -0500

I am going to go out to eat, and remember all the good times I had in San Diego! I was stationed there for about 4 years and I loved it. It changed my life for the better.

Response by TSgt Michelle Chance made Nov 10 at 2022 11:32 AM

TSgt Michelle Chance — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:32:20 -0500

My husband and I, who are both veterans, share the day with other veterans. We all go out on Veteran’s Day and search out the freebies and enjoy comradeship of being honored. Fun had by all!

Response by COL Tom Monahan made Nov 10 at 2022 11:39 AM

COL Tom Monahan — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:39:37 -0500

My wife and I will attend a local Veterans Day event/parade and then enjoy the company of other Vets watching the Army - Troy football game.

Response by TSgt Keith Flanagan made Nov 10 at 2022 11:52 AM

TSgt Keith Flanagan — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 11:52:25 -0500

I have a medical appointment first thing in the morning, but after that relaxing quietly at home with my Shih Tzu, Honey Bun. I'll also be working on my Flight Instructor recertification.

Response by SPC L Middleton made Nov 10 at 2022 1:32 PM

SPC L Middleton — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:32:53 -0500

Will to go visit my Stepdad at an assisted living place, he is 90 with dementia that is starting to progress more, he is a Veteran that served 24+ years in the Army. I will go eat lunch with him in honor of Veterans Day.

Response by SPC L Middleton made Nov 10 at 2022 1:35 PM

SPC L Middleton — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:35:08 -0500

I will go visit my Stepdad who is age 90 with Dementia progressing more, he served 24+ years in the Army and is a Veteran, and yes he was in Vietnam in the 1970's. I will go eat lunch with him on Veterans Day.

Response by A1C Aldon Perkins made Nov 10 at 2022 2:46 PM

A1C Aldon Perkins — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:46:46 -0500

I will drive from Rio Rancho to Albuquerque and pick up my Older Brother who was in the Air Force when I was. Then we will go to Bubba's33 for a free lunch.
We will then spend the rest of the day together.

Response by SFC Andrew Willsie made Nov 10 at 2022 3:59 PM

SFC Andrew Willsie — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:59:06 -0500

And if you think I’m full of ——- go ahead call the national homeless # in DC they will listen then ask for SS# phone # and more, I asked why (because you always should) could not give me an answer. Told them to send it up the ‘chain’ have not heard anything:…Shocking!!! Asked if my info would be used as another ‘STAT’ would not respond. Anyway my opinion and mine only they just want to say there going to help because it’s Veterans Day in reality it’s just about numbers/stats. Sounds familiar that’s what we were in the military. Don’t get me wrong have an honorable discharge from the Navy and Army loved being in loved what I did !! Please if you want to question it come see me in Nash take you out for a beer at the most American bar ever Redneck Rivera !!

Response by Lt Col Walter Blankenship made Nov 10 at 2022 5:14 PM

Lt Col Walter Blankenship — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:14:58 -0500

We are marching with JROTC cadets at the Ft Worth Parade

Response by PV2 Nicholas Houseman made Nov 10 at 2022 6:30 PM

PV2 Nicholas Houseman — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 18:30:25 -0500

Spending the day outside, drying out from hurricane Nicole. #homeless_vet_life

Response by SSgt Thomas Lackey made Nov 10 at 2022 6:30 PM

SSgt Thomas Lackey — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 18:30:48 -0500

I plan to patronize those food establishments who are recognizing veterans for their service by offering free menu items. I will be eating a Grand Slam breakfast at Denny's, Country Fried steak for lunch at Bob Evans, and a special menu item at Olive Garden. On my way to pick up a meal voucher at Texas Roadhouse, I will stop by Sheetz for a free car wash and a turkey sub.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2022 7:43 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 19:43:02 -0500

Checking in on elderly Veterans who don’t get out much and make sure they know their service was not forgotten and thank them for their service

Response by SPC Deborah Stewart made Nov 10 at 2022 8:11 PM

SPC Deborah Stewart — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:11:57 -0500

I will be visiting my homeless veteran friends, and making sure that they know that someone like myself, love them. I will also make sure, that they will get a veteran's meal:-)

Response by SPC Deborah Stewart made Nov 10 at 2022 8:14 PM

SPC Deborah Stewart — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:14:17 -0500

I will be visiting my homeless veteran friends, and making sure that they know that someone like myself, love them. I will also make sure, that they will get a veteran's meal:-)

Response by SSgt Sophia English made Nov 10 at 2022 9:01 PM

SSgt Sophia English — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 21:01:59 -0500

I plan on spending the day with my loved ones and making sure I reach out to all of the people I served with to thank them!

Response by Sgt Robert Flitcraft made Nov 11 at 2022 8:30 AM

Sgt Robert Flitcraft — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 08:30:41 -0500

Drink a beer and burn a steak.

Response by SGT Thomas Brabec made Nov 11 at 2022 10:13 AM

SGT Thomas Brabec — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:13:28 -0500

My plan is to attend our cities program then head to the VFW for fellowship

Response by CPL Daniel C Driver made Nov 11 at 2022 12:39 PM

CPL Daniel C Driver — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:39:02 -0500

We call it "The Veterans Day "blitz". I go to the different restaurants which have "free" food for veterans.

Response by CPL Benjamin Rhodes made Nov 11 at 2022 5:03 PM

CPL Benjamin Rhodes — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:03:20 -0500

Go see some local music and spend time with my girlfriend

Response by Maj Thomas Parker made Nov 11 at 2022 5:51 PM

Maj Thomas Parker — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:51:39 -0500

Watch "The Last Full Measure" movie again. All Americans should be required to watch it.

Response by FN Jeanetta Jennings made Nov 12 at 2022 8:11 AM

FN Jeanetta Jennings — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:11:51 -0500

I spent it doing a little Christmas shopping, with one of my friends using wonderful discounts available.

Response by FN Jeanetta Jennings made Nov 12 at 2022 8:13 AM

FN Jeanetta Jennings — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:13:17 -0500

Went Christmas shopping with my friend so we could take advantage of all the good discounts available.

Response by PO2 Miguel Estrema made Nov 12 at 2022 10:10 AM

PO2 Miguel Estrema — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 10:10:46 -0500

Meet with other veterans

Response by SSG Shawn Mcfadden made Nov 12 at 2022 10:26 AM

SSG Shawn Mcfadden — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 10:26:38 -0500

Well, I was working. I'm a Merchant mariner, and the ship I sail on is in the shipyard in Singapore. However, I did get time this weekend to watch Black Panther. The movie is a masterpiece, and I encourage everyone to see it.

Response by SPC Rick Price made Nov 12 at 2022 12:24 PM

SPC Rick Price — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 12:24:32 -0500

Lift weights. Take time for myself. Take care of my boys. Think about my service and others I have known and served w and the impact they had on me

Response by PO2 Charity Keller made Nov 12 at 2022 8:36 PM

PO2 Charity Keller — Sat, 12 Nov 2022 20:36:58 -0500

To obtain a gift card from Texas Roadhouse and go to the Military Ball that night

Response by PFC Edgar Mosier made Nov 14 at 2022 1:32 PM

PFC Edgar Mosier — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:32:48 -0500

In Honor of PFC Kenneth Lawrence Mosier, my younger past brother, Get a GREAT CLIPS haircut, ok?

I looked like a pre-enlistee hippy of the 70s!

Response by Pvt Brad Shaffer made Nov 17 at 2022 6:45 AM

Pvt Brad Shaffer — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:45:02 -0500

Honor the ones no longer with us

Response by CPL Jason Blackwood made Nov 21 at 2022 5:16 PM

CPL Jason Blackwood — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 17:16:07 -0500

Go to as many restaurants as possible and get all the coupons and food as I can get.

Response by SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL made Nov 23 at 2022 6:30 PM

SFC Joe S. Davis Jr., MSM, DSL — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:30:09 -0500

thanks for sharing

Response by SFC Kris Kirk made Nov 30 at 2022 6:37 PM

SFC Kris Kirk — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 18:37:43 -0500

I always make it a point to thank the family members. They sacrificed also.

Response by PVT Michele Millage made Nov 30 at 2022 9:40 PM

PVT Michele Millage — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 21:40:37 -0500

I always spend Veterans Day with at least one person who I care deeply for usually to get dinner and something else we enjoy doing together. This year was the first year I got to spend it with my boyfriend who is also an army veteran.

Response by Maj Dominic Kimzey made Nov 30 at 2022 10:15 PM

Maj Dominic Kimzey — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:15:35 -0500

To celebrate and honor those who've gone before and who are serving

Response by A1C Guadalupe Gonzales made Nov 30 at 2022 11:14 PM

A1C Guadalupe Gonzales — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 23:14:05 -0500

To attend the Veterans Day Parade in New Braunfels Texas. Started and created by sister in law in memory of all veterans, her father 40 years Air Force and also his 6 brothers, all Veterans of foreign wars. The youngest brother KIA Korea. Now 6 Years running and getting bigger every year.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 1 at 2022 12:10 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:10:09 -0500

Eat at Applebees and I hang with family

Response by PFC Barnie Hampton made Dec 1 at 2022 7:11 AM

PFC Barnie Hampton — Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:11:10 -0500

Plan to enjoy all the free food ofers

Response by RallyPoint News made Dec 5 at 2022 11:26 AM

RallyPoint News — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:26:39 -0500

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