I hope this day finds you enjoying our way of life in this United States. We are able to choose for ourselves what we will do today because of the veterans in your community. Let all of these heroes know that we appreciate the sacrifices that they made while serving this nation.
Feb. 18, the national commander of the VFW, Thomas Tradewell, is planning a visit to Veterans Corner. I would like to take this opportunity to invite all of you to stop by and meet the commander. The time of his visit will be posted next week.
The weather kept the total number of veterans and widows down to 115 last Thursday. Of this number, there were 20 who were filing for the first time, four widows seeking assistance for benefits based on their husband's military service and the rest were second or third time visitors. When a recently widowed lady stops by, we try to help her to apply for benefits as quickly as we can. When signing in, state what you are there for and we will move you to the front of the line.
On another note, we continue to be successful helping veterans to receive benefits for the injuries that occurred while serving in the military. If you have not stopped by for assistance, we would like to offer you the opportunity to do so. We are seeing many people who never have asked for help before. The state of the economy is causing a severe hardship upon those who are on a fixed income and our younger workforce. We are receiving request for assistance with rent, foods, etc. on a daily basis.
Last week, we hired men to remove trees off of a widow's home and to repair damage that was done by the ice storm. We also have finished part of the home repairs that were started before Christmas for a Korean-era veteran. The benevolence fund that many of you help us with is being used to help those who have the most need. If you would like to help us with this project, talk to Ray Harden Thursday in the Community Center or call him at 408-6950.
The sale of bricks with the veteran's name and dates of service continues to be popular. See Harold Harvell Thursday or call him at 596-8755. Harold also has other fundraising items that are for sale.
You also may send checks or money orders for bricks or the benevolence fund to Veteran's Corner Post Office Box 704 Washington, OK 73093. All donations are tax-deductible.
Clayton Lee the man who is responsible for opening up each Thursday for us. He was off last week for surgery on his knee. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the job soon. Our sign-in continues to start at 1:30 a.m. with the first veterans being seen around 3 a.m. We will try to sign in 150 or so before reaching the maximum that can be seen. The last ones are usually signed in by 6 a.m. or so depending on the number of volunteers we have and the weather conditions.
For all of your questions and assistance about veterans benefits we are at the Goldsby Community Center each Thursday. We do our best to process each claim in a timely manner but be prepared to stay awhile and be patient.
Take time to visit www.veteranscorner.org. You can call me at 550-8806 or e-mail kdgraham@windstream.net
Semper Fi.
Dale K. Graham is service officer for VFW Post 4890.
Food
February 10, 2010
Veterans Corner
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Toys R' Us launches its own baby products
Toys "R" Us is banking on the power of the Babies "R" Us brand name to sell infant formula, diapers, wipes, laundry detergent and bottled, purified water in its stores.
The Wayne-based retailer officially announced the creation of the branded line of products recently after quietly introducing them into its stores at the end of last year. -
Add flavor to a nutritious chicken dish
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts may be great nutritionally speaking, but they can fall pretty flat when it comes to flavor.
Consider that a plus, a healthy blank canvas on which other flavors can shine. - Veterans Corner I hope this day finds you enjoying our way of life in this United States. We are able to choose for ourselves what we will do today because of the veterans in your community. Let all of these heroes know that we appreciate the sacrifices that they made while serving this nation.
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Venison a tasty variety for steak lovers
These assertively seasoned venison steaks also can be made using bison or beef. Like most game, venison is lean; keep it rare to avoid drying it out.
Venison steaks over smashed cauliflower
Start to finish: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and ground black pepper
1 to 1 1/2 pounds venison loin or tenderloin, cut into 4 steaks
Two 1-pound packages frozen cauliflower
2 tablespoons water
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and ground black pepper
In gallon-size zip-close plastic bag, mix the brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, thyme, oregano, garlic powder 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. -
Military roundup
Army Reserve Capt. Jonathan M. Lawson is returning to the U.S. after a deployment to Iraqi or Afghanistan in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom, respectively.
The soldiers return to Fort Dix, N. - Long love: Study examines successes of lengthiest marriages SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- At the statistical intersection where increased life expectancy balances out the divorce rate, there is a surprising new cultural demographic: More Americans are reaching and exceeding the 40th wedding anniversary.
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outdoorsing can be hard on the body
outdoorsing is awfully good for the soul, but it can be hell on the body.
The former is the stuff of February daydreams. The latter -- all that pain from hauling and bending, raking and pruning -- fades in winter. -
Experiment takes aim at genetic learning disorder
WASHINGTON -- A pill to ease a type of mental retardation? An experiment is under way to develop one, aimed at a genetic disorder that might unravel some of the mysteries of autism along the way.
Chances are you've never heard of the target -- Fragile X syndrome -- even though it's the most common inherited form of intellectual impairment, estimated to affect almost 100,000 Americans. -
Ask a dietitian
Q: How much calcium do I need each day? Are there other foods besides diary products that contain calcium?
A: Calcium is an essential nutrient that helps build bones and teeth and maintains bone mass throughout the life cycle. - Veterans Corner This weather certainly has put a damper on our ability to serve veterans at the Goldsby Community Center on Thursdays. There were only 44 who ventured out last Thursday morning. We were able to work all of them and to close our doors by 8:30 a.
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Toys R' Us launches its own baby products
Toys "R" Us is banking on the power of the Babies "R" Us brand name to sell infant formula, diapers, wipes, laundry detergent and bottled, purified water in its stores.
