The Moving Wall, the half size replica of the Washington, D.C.,
Vietnam Veterans Memorial which has been touring our country for
almost 20 years will be in Los Banos and Santa Clara. The Wall is
in honor the men and women of the armed forces of the United States
who served in the Vietnam War. The names of those who gave their
lives and of those who remain missing are inscribed in the order
they were taken from us.
The Moving Wall, the half size replica of the Washington, D.C., Vietnam Veterans Memorial which has been touring our country for almost 20 years will be in Los Banos and Santa Clara.
The Wall is in honor the men and women of the armed forces of the United States who served in the Vietnam War. The names of those who gave their lives and of those who remain missing are inscribed in the order they were taken from us.
Oct. 15-21 are the dates for Los Banos, and for more information to volunteer, to view, or to donate funds contact 209-827-7034
Nov. 19-25, Central Park in Santa Clara will be the site for the Moving Wall. Santa Clara is incredibly proud of their newly erected permanent veterans memorial. Please contact John Pluff at 248-0454 for more information. See if your favorite veteran would like to go with you. Remember to bring tissues…this is a very moving experience.
For more information about volunteering, history, poems, and dates around the United States please visit www.themovingwall.org
Nov. 10 is the birthday of the United States Marine Corps and plans are being made for a celebration in the Morgan Hill area. If you are interested in helping plan this event or would like to have an invitation, please contact me, or Sgt. Meinhart, our area recruiter at 848-1275. We are hoping to find former Marines, Marines and poolees in the San Benito and Santa Clara County who would like to gather and share sea stories and honor the Corps.
If you enjoying listening or dancing to the big band sounds of the 30’s and 40’s , you’re in for a treat as the South Bay Swing Band will be at the Mt. Madonna Restaurant on Oct. 19 in the afternoon. There’s a $10 cover and reservations can be made by calling 1-831-724-2275. Lots of people tapping their feet, bobbin’ their heads, singin’ along and dancing.
With school starting again, and school pictures being taken of your children its a great idea to keep one of these photos in a safe place, along with their fingerprints taken by a law enforcement agency, and accurate descriptive information including any distinguishing marks or scars as well as weight, height, eye and hair color of each child. This information is crucial for a runaway or kidnapping.
It’s been shown that an overwhelming majority of parents can readily provide those details for their teen age children, but about one in four parents cannot quickly provide the same information for all of their children aged six and younger.
One of the silliest places for road rage is by our schools. Parents, please slow down, be courteous, and use good behavior. It’s amazing how unsafe, rude and obnoxious parents can be dropping off their children. So, get out the door five minutes earlier, drive slowly and safely. Children and teachers lives are at stake.
As the holidays approach, it’s time to start thinking of cards for our military serving overseas and those wounded in hospitals at Walter Reed and Ramstein. If you have cards that you will not be sending this year, drop me a note and arrangements will be made so that they can be sent to our troops.
In closing, here’s some words of wisdom from the Dalai Lama that can change your life. Open your arms to change, but don’t let go of your values. A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life. Don’t bring up the past. In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation. Share your knowledge. It is a good way to achieve immortality.
Once a year, go someplace you have never been before. Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck. Follow the three R’s: Respect for self, respect for others, responsibility for all your actions.
Until next month, be gentle to yourself and to our earth. Count your blessings every morning, afternoon, and night. Tell someone you love them, and make sure you whisper that to yourself once a day. Be a peacemaker and salute the divinity in everyone you meet. You have the power and ability to transform your world starting now.
Mary Ellen Salzano is a Realtor for Century 21 Premier. She lives in Morgan Hill with her husband and two children. She also is a library commissioner. Her columns are published the third Friday of the month. Contact her at maryellen_ sa*****@***oo.com
