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#ThankfulActs Challenge: Thank a Service Member

Today is Veteran's Day here in the United States--a day to recognize those who serve, and have served, in the military. Today's challenge is to thank a service member.  

 The USO has a web page where you can send a message to a soldier.  Your local community might have  Veteran's Day activities that need volunteers.  You might know a veteran that you could thank personally.  

 What will you do?

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Thanks for brave men and women.

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  1. UnknownNovember 13, 2016 at 5:10 PM

    Well I didn't see this one in time to do it because of your post but I did thank a number of service men on Friday. Ones that I didn't know and I think that made it even better.

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    1. KristiNovember 14, 2016 at 9:27 AM

      My challenges can be done any day, and even better if you come up with the idea yourself! :-)

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  2. Tired TeacherNovember 15, 2016 at 2:00 PM

    Throughout the year, I make Quilts of Valor to be awarded to veterans. I value their service tremendously.

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    1. KristiNovember 16, 2016 at 9:20 AM

      You are a great example. I am so impressed with all the quilts you make!

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