Saturday, November 22, 2014

Cards R Fun


Last Tuesday Lisa brought two Christmas cards for the class to make.  The first one required sponging and embossing (we got to play with the heat gun).  The really fun thing about this card is that everyone could do their own thing with color and shape of hills.  One of the "first timers" was Ben from Fort Hood.  He wandered into the craft room and after some encouragement joined us. Jackie helped him get started and Paula, who joins us regularly, helped with tips along the way.  It's official - men use darker, bolder colors than women.

Ben, Jackie, Paula






Paul





















The second card went together very quickly.  Lisa had all the parts pre-cut so it was basically assemble, stamp and glue. That was a good thing since the first one took most of the class time.
Alice, Ben Jackie, Paula Lisa, Angelia

All in all we had a good time (as usual) and Ben assured us he would be back in January!

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Wednesday, November 19, 2014

R&R in Fredericksburg

This past weekend 11 wounded warriors and their families/caregiver came to Fredericksburg for a much needed break from the "daily grind".  With the chaplain's family there were a total of 38 guests. The weekend started with dinner and bingo Friday night at the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church.






An amazing thing happened after dinner-the teenagers volunteered to do the dishes!! After bingo everyone left for their weekend housing.  There were no other planned activities so this was truly a time to really relax. Entrance fee for the Antique Show and Fritztown Cinema were waived for our Guests.

Some of the feedback includes:
  • "We slept in, had a late breakfast and found some treasures at the Antique Show."
  • "... It was so peaceful. No time restrictions, a warm room, no beds to make-it was delightful...We drove the farm roads. ..."
  • "It was a blessing to be at the R&R!"
  • "It's the first time in 2 years we have been able to get away.  Didn't expect anything like this."
This wouldn't happen without our volunteers and donations.  Many Thank You's go to the following people who supported this event as food providers, kitchen help, lodging and other donations:
John & Sandy Doudna             Allen & Pat Spousta
Michelle Segner                       Gwen Kortzic
Linda Treibs                             Linda Graham
Kay Telle                                 Peggy Benson
Betty Phillips                           Donna Cannon
Liz Bispo                                 Stacy & Steven York
Larissa Halford                       Vedena Brown
Jan Canfield                            Fritztown Movie Theater
Texas Hill Country Antique Show
Country Inn Cottages
Sunday House Inn & Suites
South Church                          Murphy’s Guest House
White Guest House                 Pylate B&B
Benson B&B                           McCurdy Cabin
Curtis Woodard                       CC Gibbons
Clear River Pecan Company

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Wednesday, November 12, 2014

3rd Quarter 2014 Newsletter Available

Just a reminder that you can download the current newsletter.  Look for "Newlsletter" in the column to the right.  Who knows, you might see your picture in it. Enjoy!!

Friday, November 7, 2014

Enjoying the Outdoors

The month of October in Fredericksburg is full of “fests” and our October Wounded Warrior R&R was no exception.

The warriors and their families arrived on Friday evening to a dinner hosted by Faith Baptist Church.

On Saturday they experienced the Best Fest compliments of the Knights of Columbus.  Everyone enjoyed the different sausages with sides dishes and the music.  Children on the other hand enjoyed the face and pumpkin painting and games.














Mike and Debbi McCurdy hosted a chuck wagon meal on Saturday evening with music provided by Soul Patch.  The warriors were welcomed to the event by a group of local friends the McCurdy's had invited. There was lots of conversation as the two groups got acquainted.







It was such a scenic view from the McCurdy ranch to see the hills in the distance, the deer grazing and the sun set.  Of course, God provided perfect weather.  Just what the soldiers needed—a quiet, relaxing, food filled evening.  I am sure they returned to their place of lodging ready for a good night's sleep.


 On Sunday they enjoyed exploring the local shops on their own before returning to San Antonio.

None of this would have happened but for the Generosity of the community.  We appreciate those who hosted the families in their B&B’s, Faith Baptist Church for the delicious Friday night dinner, the Knights of Columbus for once again waiving Best Fest entry fees, the McCurdy's who graciously hosted the chuck wagon dinner, Soul Patch for sharing their talent, and all the local residence who helped make the warriors feel welcome.  We are looking forward to our November R&R (11/14-11/16).

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