More Than A Magnet On Your Car
Our country will celebrate its Independence Day on Monday. The Fourth of July is a day for Americans to revel in the freedom and liberty that we all hold so dear. It's also an opportunity to recognize and support the men and women of the armed services who help make it possible for us to pursue life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Here a couple of simple, yet meaningful ways you can show your support for our troops overseas:
1. This Saturday representatives from Operation Minnesota Nice will be on hand at the White Bear Lake Superstore to collect much needed items that will shipped to troops in Afghanistan and Iraq. You can get an idea of what to donate here. AM 1280 The Patriot will be broadcasting live from WBLSS from 9am until 3pm. That's right, the whole power packed Saturday lineup will be there: David Strom and the Taxpayers League, Dwight Rabuse (in what could be the tearful final episode of "Rabuse on the Right"), and of course the Northern Alliance Radio Network.
If you can't make it down to WBLSS on Saturday, you can find other donation locations and information on making cash donations at the Operation Minnesota Nice web site.
2. On Thursday July 7th, the usual trivia competition at Keegan's Irish Pub & Restaurant will have added meaning as reps from Soldiers' Angels will be collecting donations for their very fine cause. The trivia quiz will feature "All-American" questions and there will be drink specials (no, this is not special Terry) with a portion of the proceeds going to Soldiers' Angels.
If you can't make it to Keegan's, you can donate directly or adopt a soldier at Soldiers' Angels.
Enjoy the holiday weekend. Crack open a few cold ones, throw some meat on the 'que, blow off whatever explosive devices you can get your hands on, and thank God that you're an American. But you should also try to take a few minutes of your time or a few dollars out of your wallet and do something to thank the men and women serving over there who allow us to sleep peaceably in our beds at night.
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