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| As a part of the closing ceremony, to the surprise and pleasure of the Warriors, it was announced that each of the Warriors would receive a "Quilt Of Valor" from the MSP Quilting Angels, Germantown, Maryland, and Hemet, California. This group of approximately 40 highly talented Quilters, as evidenced by their beautiful, colorful, patriotic hand made quilts, have awarded over 31,000 Quilts of Valor through its many chapters throughout the United States since September 11tth, 2011. Kathy Thorne (on the left) of the Quilts Of Valor Foundation (QOVF.org) and her husband Jeff Thorne spoke the founding, organization and mission of the Quilting Angels. Their mission is to bring some comfort and a reflection of the appreciation for those who have given so much in service to their country. Kathy also praised Suzanne Wade, who also is a leader of the MSP Quilting Angels, who moved from Maryland to California and sent quilts from there for this program. Suzanne, a long time friend of Bob Cressy, was the first contact for the Kiwanis Club and helped coordinate the gifts of quilts. Thank you both so much for making this evening extra special. Two of the Wounded Warriors are shown receiving their quilts. Helping Kathy is Diane Shoemaker of the Yellow Ribbon Fund, also an organization that helped locate the recipients attending the ceremony. The Yellow Ribbon Fund assists warriors and their families with their needs when their warriors are receiving medical services at the hospital in the Washington area. Thank you for your dedication to our military families. Words are not enough to convey our Kiwanis appreciation for all that you do and for helping the Kiwanis Club of Potomac today. | |
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