Onward, Christian Soldier

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Private Charles M. Thatcher (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 30, 1864, at Petersburg, Virginia. His citation reads:

Instead of retreating or surrendering when the works were captured, regardless of his personal safety continued to return the enemy's fire until he was captured.

Major Sidney W. Thaxter (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 27, 1864, at Hatchers Run, Virginia. His citation reads:

Voluntarily remained and participated in the battle with conspicuous gallantry, although his term of service had expired and he had been ordered home to be mustered out.

Ship’s Corporal James Thayer (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 16, 1879, on board the U.S.S. Constitution. His citation reads:

For rescuing from drowning a boy serving with him on the U.S.S. Constitution, at the Navy Yard, Norfolk, Va., 16 November 1879.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Onward, Christian Soldier


The lyrics to this hymn were written in 1865 by Sabine Baring-Gould while the music was composed in 1871 by Arthur Sullivan. You can read a good bit more about it here. This is the hymn I always think of when I hear about church groups going on a “Retreat”. Many times in the past when I have attended such events, I have been sure to let people know that as long as I follow Jesus, I shall not retreat but march onward. I can honestly say that almost every time I said that, the person I was talking to would roll their eyes and walk away. I assume the people who didn’t roll their eyes at me just didn’t hear me. Anyway, this song has become somewhat of a favorite of mine over the years.


Onward, Christian solders,
marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
going on before!
Christ, the royal Master,
leads again the foe;
Forward into battle,
see his banner go!

Refrain:
Onward, Christian soldiers,
marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
going on before!

At the sign of triumph
Satan's host doth flee;
On, then, Christian soldiers,
on to victory!
Hell's foundations quiver
at the shout of praise;
Brothers, lift your voices,
loud your anthems raise!

Refrain

Like a mighty army
moves the church of God;
Brothers, we are treading
where the saints have trod;
We are not divided;
all one body we,
One in hope and doctrine,
one in charity.

Refrain

Onward, then, ye people,
join our happy throng,
Blend with ours your voices
in the triumph song;
Glory, laud, and honor,
unto Christ the King;
This thro' countless ages
men and angels sing.

Refrain

One week to go!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Quartermaster Third Class (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on January 21, 1903, at on board the U.S.S. Leyden. His citation reads:

For heroism while serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden at the time of the wreck of that vessel, 21 January 1903.

First Lieutenant Brian Miles Thacker (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 31, 1971, at Kontum Province, Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. 1st Lt. Thacker, Field Artillery, Battery A, distinguished himself while serving as the team leader of an Integrated Observation System collocated with elements of 2 Army of the Republic of Vietnam units at Fire Base 6. A numerically superior North Vietnamese Army force launched a well-planned, dawn attack on the small, isolated, hilltop fire base. Employing rockets, grenades, flame-throwers, and automatic weapons, the enemy forces penetrated the perimeter defenses and engaged the defenders in hand-to-hand combat. Throughout the morning and early afternoon, 1st Lt. Thacker rallied and encouraged the U.S. and Republic of Vietnam soldiers in heroic efforts to repulse the enemy. He occupied a dangerously exposed observation position for a period of 4 hours while directing friendly air strikes and...against the assaulting enemy forces. His personal bravery and inspired leadership enabled the outnumbered friendly forces to inflict a maximum of casualties on the attacking enemy forces and prevented the base from being overrun. By late afternoon, the situation had become untenable. 1st Lt. Thacker organized and directed the withdrawal of the remaining friendly forces. With complete disregard for his safety, he remained inside the perimeter alone to provide covering fire with his M-16 rifle until all other friendly forces had escaped from the besieged fire base. Then, in an act of supreme courage, he called for friendly artillery fire on his own position to allow his comrades more time to withdraw safely from the area and, at the same time, inflict even greater casualties on the enemy forces. Although wounded and unable to escape from the area himself, he successfully eluded the enemy forces for 8 days until friendly forces regained control of the fire base. The extraordinary courage and selflessness displayed by 1st Lt. Thacker were an inspiration to his comrades and are in the highest traditions of the military service.

Private Benjamin Thackrah (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 1, 1864, near Fort Gates, Florida. His citation reads:

Was a volunteer in the surprise and capture of the enemy's picket.


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We only have one week until Labor Day Weekend 2015!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can’t wait! It’s taken soooooo long to get here this year. I’m looking forward to seeing my Labor Day family and having a great weekend!

As some of you may know, I have decided to help out with the 1st Grade Sunday School class at my church. I’m not sure how often they will need me (every Sunday? Every other Sunday?), but I told them I could help whenever (except the Sunday before Labor Day). Now, I don’t want to call myself a hero… but it seems no one else is going to do it, so I guess I’ll have to. I look forward to molding these young minds (though I know that scares some of you… and if the rest of you knew me, you’d be scared, too). Of course, if anything exciting happens, I will be sure to report it on here.

Don’t forget I’m still raising money for my Walk to End Alzheimer’s!!!!!!!!!! Make sure you donate… or, even better, join my team and raise money (and also donate)!!!!!!!!!!!!

I’ve been having some fun with another app on my phone (see below)…

Savior Like A Shepherd Lead Us

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Richard L. Tea (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 23, 1875, at Sappa Creek, Kansas. His citation reads:

With 5 other men he waded in mud and water up the creek to a position directly behind an entrenched Cheyenne position, who were using natural bank pits to good advantage against the main column. This surprise attack from the enemy rear broke their resistance.

Sergeant John D. Terry (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 14, 1862, at New Bern, North Carolina. His citation reads:

In the thickest of the fight, where he lost his leg by a shot, still encouraged the men until carried off the field.

Captain Seymour W. Terry (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 11, 1945, at Zebra Hill, Okinawa, Ryukyu Islands. His citation reads:

1st Lt. Terry was leading an attack against heavily defended Zebra Hill when devastating fire from 5 pillboxes halted the advance. He braved the hail of bullets to secure satchel charges and white phosphorus grenades, and then ran 30 yards directly at the enemy with an ignited charge to the first stronghold, demolished it, and moved on to the other pillboxes, bombarding them with his grenades and calmly cutting down their defenders with rifle fire as they attempted to escape. When he had finished this job by sealing the 4 pillboxes with explosives, he had killed 20 Japanese and destroyed 3 machineguns. The advance was again held up by an intense grenade barrage which inflicted several casualties. Locating the source of enemy fire in trenches on the reverse slope of the hill, 1st Lt. Terry, burdened by 6 satchel charges launched a l-man assault. He wrecked the enemy's defenses by throwing explosives into their positions and himself accounted for 10 of the 20 hostile troops killed when his men overran the area. Pressing forward again toward a nearby ridge, his 2 assault platoons were stopped by slashing machinegun and mortar fire. He fearlessly ran across 100 yards of fire-swept terrain to join the support platoon and urge it on in a flanking maneuver. This thrust, too, was halted by stubborn resistance. 1st Lt. Terry began another 1 -man drive, hurling grenades upon the strongly entrenched defenders until they fled in confusion, leaving 5 dead behind them. Inspired by this bold action, the support platoon charged the retreating enemy and annihilated them. Soon afterward, while organizing his company to repulse a possible counterattack, the gallant company commander was mortally wounded by the burst of an enemy mortar shell. By his indomitable fighting spirit, brilliant leadership, and unwavering courage in the face of tremendous odds, 1st Lt. Terry made possible the accomplishment of his unit's mission and set an example of heroism in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Savior Like A Shepherd Lead Us


The lyrics were written in 1836 by Dorothy A. Thrupp while the music was written in 1859 by William B. Bradbury.


Savior, like a shepherd lead us, much we need Thy tender care;
In Thy pleasant pastures feed us, for our use Thy folds prepare.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! Thou hast bought us, Thine we are.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! Thou hast bought us, Thine we are.

We are Thine, Thou dost befriend us, be the guardian of our way;
Keep Thy flock, from sin defend us, seek us when we go astray.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! Hear, O hear us when we pray.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! Hear, O hear us when we pray.

Thou hast promised to receive us, poor and sinful though we be;
Thou hast mercy to relieve us, grace to cleanse and power to free.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! We will early turn to Thee.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! We will early turn to Thee.

Early let us seek Thy favor, early let us do Thy will;
Blessèd Lord and only Savior, with Thy love our bosoms fill.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! Thou hast loved us, love us still.
Blessèd Jesus, blessèd Jesus! Thou hast loved us, love us still.

Happy Birthday Marie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Second Lieutenant William Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 23, 1862, at Front Royal, Virginia AND on August 19, 1864, at Weldon Railroad, Virginia. His citation reads:

When a sergeant, at Front Royal, Va., he was painfully wounded while obeying an order to burn a bridge, but, persevering in the attempt, he burned the bridge and prevented its use by the enemy. Later, at Weldon Railroad, Va., then a lieutenant, he voluntarily took the place of a disabled officer and undertook a hazardous reconnaissance beyond the lines of the army; was taken prisoner in the attempt.

Captain of the Forecastle William G. Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on December 24-25, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, 24 and 25 December 1864. As captain of a gun, Taylor performed his duties with coolness and skill as his ship took position in the line of battle and delivered its fire on the batteries on shore. Despite the depressing effect caused when an explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle killed 8 men and wounded 12 more, and the enemy's heavy return fire, he calmly remained at his station during the 2 days' operations.

Staff Sergeant Karl G. Taylor, Sr. (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on December 8, 1968, in the Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving at night as a company gunnery sergeant during Operation MEADE RIVER. Informed that the commander of the lead platoon had been mortally wounded when his unit was pinned down by a heavy volume of enemy fire, S/Sgt. Taylor along with another marine, crawled forward to the beleaguered unit through a hail of hostile fire, shouted encouragement and instructions to the men, and deployed them to covered positions. With his companion, he then repeatedly maneuvered across an open area to rescue those marines who were too seriously wounded to move by themselves. Upon learning that there were still other seriously wounded men Lying in another open area, in proximity to an enemy machinegun position, S/Sgt. Taylor, accompanied by 4 comrades, led his men forward across the fire-swept terrain in an attempt to rescue the marines. When his group was halted by devastating fire, he directed his companions to return to the company command post; whereupon he took his grenade launcher and in full view of the enemy, charged across the open rice paddy toward the machinegun position, firing his weapon as he ran. Although wounded several times, he succeeded in reaching the machinegun bunker and silencing the fire from that sector, moments before he was mortally wounded. Directly instrumental in saving the lives of several of his fellow marines, S/Sgt. Taylor, by his indomitable courage, inspiring leadership, and selfless dedication, upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the U.S. Naval Service.


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I would like to take a minute today to wish Cougar’s much younger-looking sister Marie a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We at I’m just sayin… hope she has a GREAT day!!!!

Good Christian Friends, Rejoice

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Quartermaster Richard H. Taylor (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on March 16, 1889, on board the U.S.S. Nipsic. His citation reads:

Serving on board the U.S.S. Nipsic, Taylor displayed gallantry during the hurricane at Apia, Samoa, 16 March 1889.

Coxswain Thomas Taylor (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 5, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Metacomet. His citation reads:

Served on board the U.S.S. Metacomet during the action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the rebel ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Taylor encouraged the men of the forward pivot gun when the officer in command displayed cowardice, doing honor to the occasion.

Corporal Wilbur N. Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions during 1868-1869, in Arizona. His citation reads:

Bravery in actions with Indians.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Good Christian Friends Rejoice


Good Christian friends, rejoice with heart and soul, and voice;
give ye heed to what we say: News, news! Jesus Christ is born today!
Ox and ass before him bow, and he is in the manger now.
Christ is born today, Christ is born today!

Good Christian friends, rejoice, with heart and soul and voice;
now ye hear of endless bliss: News, news! Jesus Christ was born for this!
He hath opened the heaven's door, and ye are blest forevermore.
Christ was born for this, Christ was born for this!

Good Christian friends, rejoice, with heart and soul and voice;
now ye need not fear the grave: News, news! Jesus Christ was born to save!
Calls you one and calls you all, to gain his everlasting hall.
Christ was born to save, Christ was born to save!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Susan!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Seaman John Taylor (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 9, 1865, at the Navy Yard, New York. His citation reads:

Seaman in charge of the picket boat attached to the Navy Yard, New York, 9 September 1865. Acting with promptness, coolness and good judgment, Taylor rescued from drowning Commander S. D. Trenchard, of the U.S. Navy, who fell overboard in attempting to get on a ferryboat, which had collided with an English steamer, and needed immediate assistance.

Private Joseph Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 18, 1864, at Weldon Railroad, Virginia. His citation reads:

While acting as an orderly to a general officer on the field and alone, encountered a picket of 3 of the enemy and compelled their surrender.

Private Richard Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 19, 1864, at Cedar Creek, Virginia. His citation reads:

Capture of flag.


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I just wanted to wish my cousin and fellow I’m just sayin… Walk to End Alzheimer’s team member Susan a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We hope she has a great day! A great gift for Susan would be for you to donate to her Walk to End Alzheimer’s page.  Here are a couple of pictures for Susan’s birthday…

#Beasley jumping into the pool to "save" Alan

Susan, Aunt Yvonne and Aunt Yvonne's favorite

HAPPY BIRTHDAY THE WIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Armorer George Taylor (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on August 5, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna. His citation reads:

On board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864. When an enemy shell exploded in the shellroom, Taylor although wounded went into the room and, with his hand, extinguished the fire from the explosion. He then carried out his duties during the remainder of the prolonged action which resulted in the capture of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan.

Sergeant Henry H. Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on June 25, 1863, at Vicksburg, Mississippi. His citation reads:

Was the first to plant the Union colors upon the enemy's works.

1st Lieutenant James Allen Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 9, 1967, west of Que Son, Republic of Vietnam. His citation reads:

Capt. Taylor, Armor, was serving as executive officer of Troop B, 1st Squadron. His troop was engaged in an attack on a fortified position west of Que Son when it came under intense enemy recoilless rifle, mortar, and automatic weapons fire from an enemy strong point located immediately to its front. One armored cavalry assault vehicle was hit immediately by recoilless rifle fire and all 5 crewmembers were wounded. Aware that the stricken vehicle was in grave danger of exploding, Capt. Taylor rushed forward and personally extracted the wounded to safety despite the hail of enemy fire and exploding ammunition. Within minutes a second armored cavalry assault vehicle was hit by multiple recoilless rifle rounds. Despite the continuing intense enemy fire, Capt. Taylor moved forward on foot to rescue the wounded men from the burning vehicle and personally removed all the crewmen to the safety of a nearby dike. Moments later the vehicle exploded. As he was returning to his vehicle, a bursting mortar round painfully wounded Capt. Taylor, yet he valiantly returned to his vehicle to relocate the medical evacuation landing zone to an area closer to the front lines. As he was moving his vehicle, it came under machinegun fire from an enemy position not 50 yards away. Capt. Taylor engaged the position with his machinegun, killing the 3-man crew. Upon arrival at the new evacuation site, still another vehicle was struck. Once again Capt. Taylor rushed forward and pulled the wounded from the vehicle, loaded them aboard his vehicle, and returned them safely to the evacuation site. His actions of unsurpassed valor were a source of inspiration to his entire troop, contributed significantly to the success of the overall assault on the enemy position, and were directly responsible for saving the lives of a number of his fellow soldiers. His actions were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military profession and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the U.S. Army.


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I would like to wish The Wife a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know she will have a GREAT day because she gets to be with me and the kids! We love her very much and we’re all happy to have her in our lives. As a gift to her, I will share some pictures I’ve taken and drawn (and by “drawn”, I mean used this cool app I found for my phone).

The Wife having an afternoon tea with The Kids

Daniel at Teresa Lynn's pool

Daniel and Susie jumping in together

Probably a little more "together" than was safe

Both made it in!

At least one made it out...

Good news!  This was taken after the pool... so both made it out.  This was at the McDonald's in Orangeburg.  Want to know why people are against the $15 minimum wage?  Visit this McDonald's.

Mary Ruth, Daniel and Susie outside of church

The Wife with Colt

Calypso trying to get The Wife to give him some food

Susie and Calypso... He's come so far.

Colt

Scooby, Maverick and Colt

Me and #Beasley

Scooby, Colt and Calypso

Colt

Scooby

Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Sergeant Bernard Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on November 1, 1874, near Sunset Pass, Arizona. His citation reads:

Bravery in rescuing Lt. King, 5th U.S. Cavalry, from Indians.

Charles Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 17, 1862, at Big Dry Wash, Arizona. His citation reads:

Gallantry in action.

Captain Forrester L. Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on May 3, 1863, at Chancellorsville. Virginia. His citation reads:

At great risk voluntarily saved the lives of and brought from the battlefield 2 wounded comrades.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee


Also known as “The Hymn of Joy”, this hymn was written by Henry van Dyke in 1907 and is musically set to the “Ode to Joy” melody of the final movement of Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. The lyrics are great… but the music is outstanding, which isn’t really surprising since that part comes from Beethoven (LvB to his friends).


Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee,
God of glory, Lord of love;
hearts unfold like flow'rs before Thee,
Opening to the Sun above,
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness;
drive the dark of doubt away;
Giver of immortal gladness,
fill us with the light of day!

All Thy works with joy surround Thee,
earth and heav'n reflect Thy rays,
stars and angels sing around Thee,
center of unbroken praise:
Field and forest, vale and mountain,
Flow'ry meadow, flashing sea,
chanting bird and flowing fountain,
call us to rejoice in Thee.

Thou art giving and forgiving,
ever blessing, ever blest,
well-spring of the joy of living,
ocean-depth of happy rest!
Thou the Father, Christ our Brother,—
all who live in love are Thine:
Teach us how to love each other,
lift us to the Joy Divine.

Mortals join the mighty chorus,
which the morning stars began;
Father-love is reigning o'er us,
brother-love binds man to man.
Ever singing, march we onward,
victors in the midst of strife;
joyful music lifts us sunward
in the triumph song of life.

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY MOM AND DAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Second Lieutenant Charles B. Tanner (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 17, 1862, at Antietam, Maryland. His citation reads:

Carried off the regimental colors, which had fallen within 20 yards of the enemy's lines, the color guard of 9 men having all been killed or wounded; was himself 3 times wounded.

Technical Sergeant Ted T. Tanouye (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on July 7, 1944, near Molino A Ventoabbto, Italy. His citation reads:

Technical Sergeant Ted T. Tanouye distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in action on 7 July 1944, near Molino A Ventoabbto, Italy. Technical Sergeant Tanouye led his platoon in an attack to capture the crest of a strategically important hill that afforded little cover. Observing an enemy machine gun crew placing its gun in position to his left front, Technical Sergeant Tanouye crept forward a few yards and opened fire on the position, killing or wounding three and causing two others to disperse. Immediately, an enemy machine pistol opened fire on him. He returned the fire and killed or wounded three more enemy soldiers. While advancing forward, Technical Sergeant Tanouye was subjected to grenade bursts, which severely wounded his left arm. Sighting an enemy-held trench, he raked the position with fire from his submachine gun and wounded several of the enemy. Running out of ammunition, he crawled 20 yards to obtain several clips from a comrade on his left flank. Next, sighting an enemy machine pistol that had pinned down his men, Technical Sergeant Tanouye crawled forward a few yards and threw a hand grenade into the position, silencing the pistol. He then located another enemy machine gun firing down the slope of the hill, opened fire on it, and silenced that position. Drawing fire from a machine pistol nest located above him, he opened fire on it and wounded three of its occupants. Finally taking his objective, Technical Sergeant Tanouye organized a defensive position on the reverse slope of the hill before accepting first aid treatment and evacuation. Technical Sergeant Tanouye's extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflect great credit on him, his unit, and the United States Army.

First Lieutenant Anthony Taylor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on September 20, 1863, at Chickamauga, Georgia. His citation reads:

Held out to the last with a small force against the advance of superior numbers of the enemy.


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I just wanted to wish Mom and Dad a HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We hope they have a GREAT day!!!! It sure would be great if my good for nothing brother and sister would donate to my Walk to End Alzheimer’s (see above link) in honor of their anniversary (and/or in honor of fall practice for college football starting… or in honor of the last days of summer break… it doesn’t matter to me, it would just be nice to have a little support… know what I mean?).


We’re about a month away from my favorite weekend of the year (known to others as Labor Day Weekend). I can’t wait to see everyone!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEENY!!!!!!!!!

Know Your Medal of Honor Recipients:

Captain of the Forecastle William Talbott (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on January 10-11, 1863, on board the U.S.S. Louisville. His citation reads:

Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Louisville at the capture of the Arkansas post, 10 and 11 January 1863. Carrying out his duties as captain of a 9_inch gun, Talbott was conspicuous for ability and bravery throughout this engagement with the enemy.

Quarter Gunner James Tallentine (US Navy) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 31, 1864, on board the U.S.S. Tacony. His citation reads:

Served as quarter gunner on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, N.C., 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Tallentine distinguished himself by a display of coolness when he participated in landing and spiking a 9_inch gun while under devastating fire from enemy musketry. Tallentine later gave his life while courageously engaged in storming Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865.

Sergeant Edward R. Talley (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 7, 1918, near Ponchaux, France. His citation reads:

Undeterred by seeing several comrades killed in attempting to put a hostile machinegun nest out of action, Sgt. Talley attacked the position single-handed. Armed only with a rifle, he rushed the nest in the face of intense enemy fire, killed or wounded at least 6 of the crew, and silenced the gun. When the enemy attempted to bring forward another gun and ammunition he drove them back by effective fire from his rifle.


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I just wanted to take a minute today to wish my cousin Deeny a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!! We hope she has a GREAT day!


Now, let’s take a look at some pics…

These are some pictures of Susie's first time getting supplies for big-girl school...

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

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Private William L. S. Tabor (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions during July 1863, at the siege of Port Hudson, Louisiana. His citation reads:

Voluntarily exposed himself to the enemy only a few feet away to render valuable services for the protection of his comrades.

Private Charles A. Taggart (US Army) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on April 6, 1865, at Sailors Creek, Virginia. His citation reads:

Capture of flag.

Second Lieutenant Ralph Talbot (US Marine Corps) received his Medal of Honor for his actions on October 8, 1918, in France. His citation reads:

For exceptionally meritorious service and extraordinary heroism while attached to Squadron C, 1st Marine Aviation Force, in France. 2d Lt. Talbot participated in numerous air raids into enemy territory. On 8 October 1918, while on such a raid, he was attacked by 9 enemy scouts, and in the fight that followed shot down an enemy plane. Also, on 14 October 1918, while on a raid over Pittham, Belgium, 2d Lt. Talbot and another plane became detached from the formation on account of motor trouble and were attacked by 12 enemy scouts. During the severe fight that followed, his plane shot down 1 of the enemy scouts. His observer was shot through the elbow and his gun jammed. 2d Lt. Talbot maneuvered to gain time for his observer to clear the jam with one hand, and then returned to the fight. The observer fought until shot twice, once in the stomach and once in the hip and then collapsed, 2d Lt. Talbot attacked the nearest enemy scout with his front guns and shot him down. With his observer unconscious and his motor failing, he dived to escape the balance of the enemy and crossed the German trenches at an altitude of 50 feet, landing at the nearest hospital to leave his observer, and then returning to his aerodrome.


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The I’m just sayin… Hymn of the Week

Leaning on the Everlasting Arms


This hymn was written by Elisha Hoffman and Anthony J. Showalter with music by Showalter and was published in 1887. It was inspired by Deuteronomy 33:27… read more about it here.


What a fellowship, what a joy divine,
Leaning on the everlasting arms;
What a blessedness, what a peace is mine,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.

Refrain:
Leaning, leaning, safe and secure from all alarms;
Leaning, leaning, leaning on the everlasting arms.

O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way,
Leaning on the everlasting arms;
O how bright the path grows from day to day,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.

Refrain

What have I to dread, what have I to fear,
Leaning on the everlasting arms;
I have blessed peace with my Lord so near,
Leaning on the everlasting arms.

Refrain