I'm back in Portsmouth, Virginia for Commander-in-Chief Hal's Homecoming weekend. More on that later! Flying to Norfolk was certainly a long adventure with weather and mechanical delays, but eventually I made it in a few hours later than expected. Virginia VFW State Commander Butch Schupska picked me up at the airport and off we went! We had things to do!
Butch's VFW Post was having a dinner and then their Post meeting and I was honored that they invited me to attend. The shrimp was delicious and everyone at the Post was very friendly. With about 1,020 members [That's a really big Post], they do a ton of work in their community. They have been an All American Post for 6 years running and assured me they would be again in the 2021-2022 year. The fact that their State Commander is also a member of their Post is an added incentive!
The Post is well laid out and one thing that really stood out was the Kid's Corner. They had a large chalkboard, bright carpeting and lots of toys and games. They are bringing in younger veterans and their families by giving the people what they want. Now families can come and enjoy the great food and camaraderie in a safe, inviting environment. Their membership numbers show they are doing something right!
The State VFW Riders [motorcycle group] is also based out of this Post. They donate huge sums of money to the VFW as well as local causes. They keep it fun and engaging with many fundraising events and a common mission to help others.
The Post meeting ran quite well and I was given an opportunity to speak...which of course I accepted! I presented them a picture of me and Mama and that was probably the one thing they will remember. Everyone likes Mama. During the meeting, they accepted SEVEN new members...they are on the right track. Go Team!
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