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Baby Boomers, Dixie M. Hollins Class of 1969, Life Experience, Memories, Military, Military Memories, Reflection on Aging, Veteran's Day, War, Wisdom

Veterans Day 2025…

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I’m thinking of you all this Veterans Day and wishing you a peaceful day. Today, I’m thankful for my family members who served in the military. Many of us have poignant memories of family members or friends on this day and every day. After all, the ’60s saw many of those we knew and loved enlist in the draft. I encourage you to share any memories you’d like to here as you reflect on the significance of this day.

November 11, 2025

Memorial Day, Memories, Military, War

Memorial Day 2019 – Memories

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Memories of lost lives, of service to country

Era’s past and present

Murder, mayhem, dictatorial reign

On foreign shores far from home

Readying for battle – recruits, drafted, enlisted, then

In the blink of an eye, lives forever changed

At war

Leaving souls, earthly presence behind

Dying so that

All

Yearning to be free, remain free…

 

On this Memorial Day, 2019, we honor those who lost their lives in the name of freedom.  We honor those who bravely served yesterday and serve today.  Thank you for your selfless commitment to country and citizenry throughout the world.

1969 Class Reunion, 50th Class Reunion, Dixie M. Hollins Class of 1969, Memorial Day, Memories, Military

Military Review – Information Please…

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The following is a request from Fran regarding military experience.  In addition to completing the questionnaire, feel free to add information in a reply to this post.  Thank you for your service to country!  You are appreciated!
Good Morning…thanks for registering for the reunion.  We look forward to seeing you in 2 short weeks.
The Reunion Committee would like to honor the veterans from our class who have served our country.
If you have served in the military, please take a moment and answer the questions below and return this email to me.
1.  Name:  __________________________________________________________________________________
2.  Military Branch:  ___________________________________________________________________________
3.  Years of Service:  __________________________________________________________________________
4.  Rank:  ___________________________________________________________________________________
5.  Service Awards, Medals, etc.:  ________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
6.  Most significant, memorable or unusual station:  __________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Thank you,
Fran Yacko, Reunion Committee