Author: Michael

‘Twas about two months before Christmas, when all through the base, privatized housing residents got a message that their Yuletide decorations were out of place.
The message, which was sent to troops and their families assigned to Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida, was posted earlier this week on the unofficial Air Force amn/nco/snco Facebook page.
“While driving [through] the neighborhoods yesterday, it was noticed that Christmas decorations have already begun to appear within the community,” the message said.

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First created as an observance to commemorate World War I’s end, Armistice Day evolved into a day to honor and celebrate all veterans on November 11. Just as its name and purpose changed over the years, so too has the way that people mark Veterans Day. Americans continue to dream up creative ways to thank veterans —not just at parades or ceremonies—but at places like restaurant tables, gas pumps and amusement parks.
This year, November 11 is on a Tuesday, which means that many Veterans Day offers can be enjoyed over the long weekend.

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