Friday, September 9, 2011
Memoralizing Those We Love and Admire!
As I contemplate the Veterans Memorial we hosted this past weekend it is without reserve that I say TODAY is the day we must start remembering on a regular basis the sacrifices that have been made and are being made on a daily basis by those who served and are serving NOW!
If Michigan Magazine can do something to assist in this "mission" of remembrance and memorial-ism we will do so!
If God is willing we will hold such memorials on a regular basis. Especially for our Veterans...but not exclusively.
We know that there are heroes and heroins in the state and in the Great Lakes Region who must also be remembered and memorialized!
With that being said we now officially announce a drive to start our phase one of initiative. Or should I say continue in a more aggressive way to pursue our current memorial efforts.
Our memorial walkway has been in existence for over a decade with dozens of unique tributes to special people who have or are having a positive impact on lives.
If you would like to memorialize someone in your life whether they be a veteran or civilian...this is the most amazing and wonderful place to do so.
In doing so you not only memorialize a person but support our efforts to bring attention to the state of Michigan and the amazing things being done by Michiganders "off the beaten path".
Also if your business would like to say a few words of tribute to the Michigan spirit...we welcome that too.
Our plans of memorial will extend beyond the walkway into a dynamic and beautiful garden setting...A site of contemplation and meditation. A site to remember and rejoice in lives well lived! A site of inspiration.
Please help us not forget!
Call now (989) 848-2246 or email michiganmagazine@gmail.com for an application. Or you may PRINT / COMPLETE / and SEND This Application!
For more information on our Memorial Walkway we invite you to click here!
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Michigan Magazine now streamed live on RFD TV Website!
Besides Michigan Magazine you can enjoy all programing offered by RFD TV including all the Roy Rogers classics, HEE HAW, The Ralph Emery Show, Crook & Chase and much much more!
Enjoy all RFD TV programing 24/7 in high quality streaming video as it's broadcast! Check it out now by clicking here!
What an amazing experience!
Our memorial to U.S. and Canadian soldiers who have fallen in the line of duty since 911 was both sobering and heartfelt.
What a tremendous sacrifice these men and women have made and whose families are continuing to make in the name of freedom. God bless those soldiers and God bless the families. We will strive to assure you will not be forgotten.
Even though the cold weather dampened the expected turnout, those who took part, both veterans and civilians, walked away with a spirit of love and peace.
Veterans of wars past were quick to share the awesome memories of their service in love of their country.
We also commend organizers, First SGT Bob Blevins, Director of OLD WARRIOR CAMP and State Sr Vice Commander for Disabled American Veterans from Engadine, Michigan along with Don Delory for his devoted and focused efforts in bringing the event together. Job well done men!
A special thank you to 92 year old Paula Pakka of Mio for her singing of the National Anthem.
That day we, personally, walked away with many stories to tell to you on future editions of Michigan Magazine. Stay tuned and watch for upcoming segments.
We plan on visiting the amazing Old Warriors Camp for an in depth interview of it's generous work. We also plan on personally visiting some of the veterans in attendance for one on one interviews on their recollections of pivotal events in their service to their country. Many will astound you!
Also a big thank you to all who volunteered at the museum doing what ever was needed to bring this amazing memorial to fruition.
We also thank entertainer and Michigan Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Jerry Mawhorter for performing a tribute to my late partner and friend...former Marine Dell Vaughan. Thank you Jerry from all of us at the TV Show, Museum and of course the attending family, Garnetta Vaughan (Wife), Jeffrey Vaughan (Son), Cindy Basalone (Daughter), Doris Painter (Mother-in-law).