May 25, 2014 Our last day in DC is a beautiful one. The weather is perfect for the Freedom/Protest ride. The riders left at 5:30 this morning for the lineup at the Pentagon. They’ll stage there and wait until 12:30 or 1:00 this afternoon when they will become part of the magnificent ride down Constitution Ave. Following them will be six of the Snyder trucks. What a sight that will be. One of the great things about our ride that I really respect is that politics don’t interfere with our mission. Among us, there are many diverse opinions and beliefs, but the one we have in common is concern for our Veterans. Our Vets have bound us together as brothers and sisters in a common cause. I was fortunate to have breakfast again with Rick “Spook” Hayden. Sandy Kintzele and Bruce were also there. This highly educated man spent over 20 years in the often-thankless clandestine service of his country. Because of the nature of his work, sleep, to this day is evasive, and recognition was almost non-existent. Thank you, Spook, for serving your country on our behalf. We appreciate your many sacrifices. The scars of war aren’t only earned in combat, but in the myriad of tasks our Veterans were asked to do without question. They did their duty, for God and Country. This will be my last post for this year. We’re so blessed to have completed another ride. On this Memorial Day, 2014, we thank all those who have served, especially those who are still suffering the effects of their service. God Bless them all. Please remember a Vet today, and, if possible, get involved with Vets in your area. You will be amazed how rewarding it will be. God Bless America.… And bless all who have followed us across the country. Until next year, Julie “First Lady” Manner
Posted on: Sun, 25 May 2014 14:58:42 +0000