I'm amazed at the books that call the "Hope is a Weapon" box home. They step up and confidently express their willingness to serve at a location where they can provide HOPE. Today was no exception when Jim yelled from the depths of the cardboard walls. "Reporting for duty, sir", he said. "I would like to suggest we go to the VFW". On the way to the Des Moines office, Jim explained to me the VFW was founded by James C. Putnam in 1899 in Columbus, Ohio. It is now headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. The purpose according to their definition is "to speed rehabilitation of the nation's disabled and needy veterans, assist veterans' widows and orphans and the dependents of needy or disabled veterans, and promote Americanism by means of education in patriotism and by constructive service to local communities". What an awesome purpose. When we arrived at the VFW we met Jerry Black, State Adjutant, who very willingly accepted little Jim into their offices to stay behind and do his work. Another gift and another story. What might come next? I can only imagine....
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| Another home and another chance to serve |
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