April 25, 2008
Need your help.
"George A Greene Memorial"
Today is the anniversary of my Dad's home going. I know where he is and he is in such a better place right now And I know he is dancing with my Jesus.
Mr Charles Myers told me this would be OK. So, I am asking you for help. I'm not good asking for help. I trust God to take care of everything, but I feel HE is telling me to do this. I hope I'm right. = )
We did not run in the papers in time. So, we still run into people in town saying they did not know he was gone. They tell my Mom (who will be 80 on her next Birthday in Nov) if she needs anything let them know. Well this was the best way to let everyone know what is needed and if they can help. As I stated my mom is going to be 80 this year. She misses my Daddy, but she is a strong woman. Her money was cut way down. My Daddy was Retired Navy. But that doesn't seem to go for much these days. The Navy took over half my Dad's check away from her. And Social Security took one of her checks away. I don't get that. I know there is one less person for food, etc... But she still has the same bills. They just don't go away because he did. THEY need to take better care of our elderly. Because they are the ones that help build this nation. But, that's for another blog. = )
Just to give a little back ground. He became really sick in Oct. 2006, and was in and out of the hospitals and rehab for 6 months. We were told it was bad, but they could get him through. So that's what we believed. But, that wasn't the case. (Another blog about hospital later) On April 25th, 2007 he went home to be with Jesus. It crushed us and especially my mom. They were just 3 months shy of their 54th wedding anniversary. We miss him so much. Two days after he was buried. I had a birthday. That was the hardest day for me. He always called me and wished me A "Happy Birthday, Pumpkin seed" That's what he called me. That day at work my mind kept going to his call. Thinking he will be calling soon. But, it never came. Anyway, what I am in need of is help. Any help anyone can give. There is A LOT of repairs that needs to be done on my mom’s house. I wanted to just get her a nice trailer. But, her memories are in the house and she doesn't want anything else to change and I can understand that. There are bills. She didn't have much insurance and what she got went on the funeral. Which we still owe on. But, they are letting us make payments. I don't have much money myself. But, I help her as much as I can. We are making it but, it is really hard. Especially with the prices of everything going up. (electricity, gas, kerosene, etc...)
Here is what we put in the paper:
"George Greene, a Loving, Caring and Faithful Husband, Father, Grand Father, Great Grand Father, went home to be with Jesus yesterday, 4-25-07. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Jones) Greene, Portland,TN., three children, Donna (Greene) Alexander of Flagstaff, Arizona, Gary Greene of Portland, TN and Pamela Greene of Hendersonville, TN, seven grandchildren (Cliff, Jason, Chryste, William, Jessica, Michael, Sarah, Brittney) and two Great Grandchildren (Christian and Corinne)
He was Retired Navy (21 Years) and was the son of Olive and Frank Greene (deceased) of Providence, RI. He will be missed, but he is his dancing with Jesus now. No more pain. We all love you!
There is a Memorial Fund set up at Volunteer State Bank, 101 Hwy 52 W, Portland, TN. (615-325-9257) “George Greene Memorial Fund”
We received a few donations and for that we were so grateful and thankful. We still have it set up. I'm praying that there is help somewhere out there. So, if anyone wishes to donate. It would be very much appreciated. You can donate to the memorial fund or send to P O Box 348, Hendersonville, TN 37077-0348 What ever is easiest for you.
Also, if you could provide your name when making the donations, so we make thank you and pray for you. If you would rather remain anonymous that is OK too.
If you could pass this along to everyone you know that would be so great. As I stated I am not good at asking for help. I really hate it. But, I have no other choice.
I know God will provide and talk to the right people. I also am in desperate need of some counseling for a lawyer. I need to get my mom's will and place in order and I have questions and do not know where to begin. So, if anyone can help in that area also. OK, now that I have written a book. I thank you all for your time and for Mr Myers help in getting this out to you.
For more information on exactly what is needed, you can go to my space page and communicate directly with me. link is below.
http://www.myspace.com/jesusgirl_pamela
Again, I THANK YOU all so mush for listening at at least. May God Blesse you in so many ways.
Pamela Greene
P O Box 348
Hendersonville,TN 37077-0348
pjgreene@isp.com
Posted by Pamela Greene at 10:21 PM | Comments (0)
November 23, 2006
Draft
There has been some talk lately of bringing back the draft. Can our armed forces be fully staffed and survive without it?
Posted by DebraP at 11:57 AM | Comments (15)
December 05, 2005
Take time out this busy Holiday Season to remember our Soldiers!
Please remember our soldiers this Holiday Season. Their Christmas gift to us this year is priceless. It cannot be bought, wrapped or placed under a tree. It is the gift of freedom, paid for with their blood, sweat and tears,and the many sacrifices they make for us, made all the more precious this Holiday Season. On Christmas this year while we are gathered around our Christmas tree, singing Christmas carols and enjoying unforgettable moments with our family, they will be overseas, alone and fighting for the precious freedom we enjoy. While we sit around our tables enjoying our Christmas feast, please take a moment to remember our soldiers and say a little prayer for them. And remember when our children sleep on Christmas Eve night, peacefully in their beds waiting for Santa to come, it is because our soldiers, past and present. I wrote a poem for my soldiers that I am sending in every Christmas card I write them and thought I would share it with you too.......
My Soldier on Christmas
Christmas is a special time of year,
Filled with friends and loved ones and holiday cheer.
But this year will be different for our soldiers far from home,
They won’t spend it with family, they celebrate alone.
We sleep in peace, this Christmas Eve night,
Because of the brave heroes, that are willing to fight.
With dignity and honor, keeping our loved ones safe.
The pride that you bring us shown clearly on our face.
Its time for Christmas dinner, served on this special day,
Please pray for our brave soldiers in a desert, far away.
As we all gather round the Christmas tree,
Take the time to give thanks for those that keep us free.
Cherishing Christmas memories, as if they never went away,
Keeps them close here in our hearts, on this very special day.
When we think of you, our hearts are filled with pride,
Wishing we had you with us by our sides.
Our Christmas wish for you, is to have a great night,
A sweet solitude, away from this fight.
A Peace to fill you and calm your fears,
An Angel blessing to last through the years.
A comfort to know that you’re here in our hearts.
No matter the miles that keep us so far apart.
A Prayer to keep you comfortable and warm,
And to watch over you and keep you safe from harm
No matter how busy my day is, I will always remember,
Our brave soldiers, our heroes, on the 25th of December.
If you would really like to make a difference this Holiday Season, adopt a soldier and offer them your support . Such a simple gift can make such a huge difference in a soldiers life. Here is a link to the support group I belong to.....
http://www.soldiersangels.org
Posted by jc at 03:19 PM | Comments (4)
November 05, 2005
Homecoming
Posted by B. Ruckle at 07:19 PM | Comments (2)
August 20, 2005
Media Coverage Of The War
Media Coverage of the War
CNN and other news agencies portray the war….or do they? Yes, we know the death count, and yes, we’ve seen coverage of the few soldiers abusing the prisoners, and yes we’ve seen pictures of the Muslim extremists that want us out of their country. Does the news ever tell you of the work our troops are doing over there? With U.S. Aid, the Iraqi Water Authority is working on a program to dig 1500 new water wells in Northern Iraq. Thanks to coalition forces, Baghdad will benefit from 35 new or rehabilitated fire stations and new equipment. Before, they even lacked the basic equipment to fight fires. What about the plan to construct 150 new health centers across Iraq, or helping local Parents and Teachers Associations and communities to replace mud and reed schools with proper concrete buildings.
What about William Dieffenbachia’s (of the 4th Battalion, 3rd Air Defense Artillery) effort to get school supplies to the children of Iraq. What about Lance Van Auken (with the 82nd Airborne Division)? Never heard of him either? Of course not! He sent letters home requesting books to give the children of Iraq, which later became “Books for Baghdad”. What about the soldiers requesting stuffed animals to give to the children, or the soldier that is working on a project to provide shoes and sandals to all the Iraqi children. Have you heard of Brian Chontosh, presented with the Navy Cross, the 2nd highest award for combat bravery, the U.S. can bestow? He portrayed extreme bravery, laying his life on the line, saving many of his men, but you will probably never hear of that either. The 127th Military Police Company has spent 10 months at the 19 Iraqi Police Stations, developing and training the Iraqi police. The U.S. military has trained and equipped over 14,500 Iraqi security troops. Repairing pipeline, reconstruction and paving roads, rehabilitating power lines, restoring Baghdad Airport, training doctors and bankers, the list goes on and on. Finally, I’m sure you have all heard about Cindy Sheehan, the mother camped out at Bush’s Texas ranch, who hasn’t. But who has heard of Deborah Johns? She is organizing a large caravan leaving San Francisco, destined for Crawford, Texas in a gesture of support for President Bush, named “You don’t Speak For Me, Cindy”. She said “ If God took my son and called him home, I would continue to stand behind our military men and women, and I would continue to support our President of the United States”. You haven’t heard? Sadly, that is no surprise. The media doesn’t want you to see that. The country has no idea of what our soldiers are truly doing over there, and I think it is about time they knew! What we need is to support them unconditionally and truly appreciate all they do! I do! Do you? "Remember that while many stand behind our flad, our soldiers stand in front".
A "Soldiers Angel"
jc
Posted by jc at 10:03 PM | Comments (0)
August 12, 2005
Remember Our Soldiers
They give their blood, sweat, tears and time, and some pay the ultimate sacrifice with their lives. They leave behind wives, husbands, brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers, and children to go where they are needed, anytime and anywhere. While we sleep in our air conditioned/heated homes and in our comfortable beds, they sleep in sweltering heat and freezing cold, as the hard ground for their beds. While we gather with friends and family for holidays and birthdays, they are alone with only pictures and precious memories. I feel soldiers past and present should be honored 24/7, not just on the few chosen holidays given them throughout the year. They do a dangerous & sometimes thankless job, with low pay and harsh conditions to give us freedom, which so many of us take for granted. So I just want to say thank you to all the soldiers risking their lives every day, to keep us all free and to the veterans for doing their part to make the country what it is today. They are brave & dedicated men and women and should be honored everyday for risking their lives to keep our country free. And always remember "Freedom isn't free" If you would like to give something back to the soldiers who have given so much for us, go to www.soldiersangels.org
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