We don't always make such a big deal about Veteran's Day, but this year I felt like we needed to do more.
On Sunday, we talked about veterans and how they protect us. I hope the kids understood how much they sacrifice for us. We made a fun window decoration with crepe paper and contact paper. The kids enjoyed the craft and it looks really good hanging in our window.
On Monday, we made red, white and blue star sugar cookies with the Youngbergs. The kids had a great time decorating them and delivering them to the veterans in our ward.
Monday night, we delivered some cookies and a window flag to our favorite veteran, Uncle Doug. We so appreciate his service in Afghanistan and everything he has sacrificed for us and his country. We are lucky to know him!
On Wednesday, the kids had a special opportunity to visit the
Standing Quietly event on the overpass bridge by their school.
Standing Quietly was started by a veteran in our ward as a way to bring more attention to veterans and their ongoing needs. It is a remarkable cause and I am so happy the kids could visit the veterans, learn how to stand at attention and thank the veterans who were there.
Thanks to all of our veterans and the service they have given for us. I hope my kids can understand how important it is for us to support our veterans.
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