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Condolences: Cpl. Conner T. Lowry, 2/11 Marine from IL, 3/01/2012
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Please post condolences for the Lowry family below the official announcement.U.S. Department of DefenseOffice of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Public Affairs)News ReleaseOn the Web: …Continue
Condolences: LCpl. Scott D. Harper, 1/6 Marine from GA, 10/13/2011
Started this discussion. Last reply by 1~sandyr, MFN VO & VPMM Nov 2, 2011. 21 Replies 0 Likes
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Condolences: LCpl. John R. Wimpey Cagle, 2nd LAR Marine from GA, 9/28/2011
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1~Good2GoMom (Barb) Director: Outreach Programs
Why is there a 1~ in front of my username?
I know it might look a little funny, but it just means that I’m a volunteer at MarineParents.com. (All of our volunteers have a "1~" on the front of their usernames.)
My job title is Director of Outreach Programs.
My areas of responsibility are the Outreach Programs of MarineParents.com including:
- The Care Package Project™
- Purple Heart Family Support™
- Operation PAL™
- Operation Freedom Ballot™
- Gold Star Family Support™
I hope you will take a moment and click on some of our Outreach Groups and see if there is some way that you might be able to help. We have activities that members can do right in their own homes or communities. All of our Outreach Programs make a HUGE impact on the lives of Marines and their families - please consider joining us. If you have any questions about any one of them, just post a comment on my page and I promise to get back to you ASAP.
Thanks,
Barb
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This is a video I made for my son Dave, before he deployed to Afghanistan....(he's back and is now IRR, married, working and attending college too!)
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Congrats to our Founder, Tracy Della Vecchia
Posted on March 4, 2012 at 4:00pm 12 Comments 4 Likes
Big congrats and a round of applause for our Founder and Executive Director, Tracy Della Vecchia. She was recently chosen as one of the 20 finalists for the "Citizen Service Before Self" Medal of Honor. This is a HUGE deal and we are very proud of her!
Here's a link to a page on…
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1~17smom (Julie) replied to 1~Good2GoMom (Barb)'s discussion PHFS East Coast - May 6th Report in the group Purple Heart Family Support™"These are such wonderful stories of what PHFS is all about -- it makes it so much more meaningful to hear the stories of real families, and the practical and emotional support PHFS provides. Have you thought about getting these little…"
1~Good2GoMom (Barb)'s discussion was featuredPHFS East Coast - May 6th Report
East Coast Wounded HeroesPHFS East — Dinner on May 6, 2012The East Coast Purple Heart Family Support Dinner on Sunday, May 6 at Bethesda Naval Hospital was the usual success. Volunteers included Mary Ann, Paul, Mary Jane, Bob, Becky, Jim and Diane.The burrito food count was right on target. The hospital seemed very empty and quiet when we arrived, so we weren’t too sure how the food count would go. In addition to telling all families on the 4th floor that our dinner was ready to start, staff at…See More
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1~Good2GoMom (Barb) replied to Marine Parents Inc's discussion Condolences: Sgt Wade D. Wilson, 2/5 Marine from TX, 5/11/2012"A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.
~Joseph Campbell
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and brothers-in-arms of Sgt. Wade D. Wilson. We are so very sorry for your…"
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Purple Heart Family Support™
Purple Heart Family Support™ is an Outreach Program of MarineParents.com. The program offers a learning center for Purple Heart families and serves meals at Balboa and Bethesda Naval Medical Centers when cafeterias are closed over the weekend.
1~Good2GoMom (Barb) added a discussion to the group Purple Heart Family Support™PHFS East Coast - April 15th Report
East Coast Wounded Heroes PHFS East — Dinner on April 15, 2012 On April 15, 2012 the MarineParents’ Purple Heart Family Support volunteers served supper to Wounded Heroes and their families at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center at Bethesda, Maryland. Food was delivered by California Tortilla. The menu included burritos, chips, salsa, guacamole and salad. The volunteers brought drinks…See More
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1~sandyr, MFN VO & VPMM left a comment for 1~Good2GoMom (Barb)" I saw your note, Barb, on Tina's page. We visited Tellico Village four times over three years in the late 90s, planning to retire there. Tellico Village is south of Knoxville and a little west, if I remember correctly, of…"
1~Good2GoMom (Barb) replied to Marine Parents Inc's discussion Condolences: Sgt Joseph H. Frankhauser, 7th ESB Marine from TX, 4/22/2012""Heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences." ~Anonymous
I am so sad to learn of the passing of another one of America's finest gone too soon. My the…"
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Purple Heart Family Support™ is an Outreach Program of MarineParents.com. The program offers a learning center for Purple Heart families and serves meals at Balboa and Bethesda Naval Medical Centers when cafeterias are closed over the weekend.
"Hey Barb - I don't know much about Fairfield Glade, but you should check out Maryville, Tennessee. It is at the base of the Smokies, a beautiful town. My parents live there and we tried to move there, but couldn't sell our…"
1~Good2GoMom (Barb) replied to mari's discussion LOST PAPERWORK"Hi Mari -
From doing a little searching on the internet a Form 6105 appears to be a form concerning counseling a Marine receives before being discharged. I'm sorry to hear that your son is having such difficulties; I'm sure this is…"
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I saw your note, Barb, on Tina's page. We visited Tellico Village four times over three years in the late 90s, planning to retire there. Tellico Village is south of Knoxville and a little west, if I remember correctly, of Maryville - that Tina mentioned. It is a gorgeous, gorgeous area on Tellicao Lake with the Smokies as a backdrop. Of course, when push came to shove, I couldn't leave the area we've lived in most of our lives and too far from the kids...even though property taxes are so very low there.
If you get the time you might visit that area, too, after Fairfield Glade. What fun to go 'shopping' : )!
Hey Barb - I don't know much about Fairfield Glade, but you should check out Maryville, Tennessee. It is at the base of the Smokies, a beautiful town. My parents live there and we tried to move there, but couldn't sell our house here in Knoxville. We are about 30 minutes from Maryville. There is Maryville College and a cute downtown historic area (not huge), but good stuff going on at Library, college and other places.
Hey Barb - where are you coming in Tennessee?
Hi, I'm fairly new to the MarineParent website. My son is now a Poolee. I've always liked writing, and find myself wanting to write cards/letters to OperationPal. I wish I had a group who were writing letters, instead of just being one person. I'm not sure where to start. If I write to one wounded soldier, a few of them, or all of them. Today I made a short list of who I could start writing to. If you have any ideas or tips, I'd sure appreciate it:) Thnx.
Thank you! I was able to correct the problem.
Glad to be here.
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Thank you for the welcome, and nice to meet another from Michigan:)
Thank you so much! Always breaks my heart when we lose one of our service men or women, never dreamed it would hit so close to home. I've sent invites to my cousin's immediate family as I feel they're going to need someone to reach out to in the weeks and months ahead. We are so very proud of our loved one for the sacrifices he's made for our country and he's missed terribly already.
My daughter and I were honored to be there for pack day. What a humbling experience for us.
It was so good to meet you on Saturday! What an inspiration you are.
Thank you Barb, I appreciate your help!
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