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Title: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: redarrow on October 10, 2013, 10:24:05 AM
A couple years ago I started project S O C K at my church. It stands for Showing Our Christian Kindness.After a fall from my tree stand that broke my back and almost cost me my leg I was lying in the hospital bed waiting to be discharged.The nurse handed me a bag with my personal stuff
that was cut off me when I arrived. One boot was all it had. I asked the nurse "what the heck am I suppose to do with one boot ?" Without any hesitation at all she said " Give it to the veterans hospital !" WOW.Humbled to say the least. Billy Rays song came to mind. "All gave some,some gave all."
A friend at the gun club I belong to told me about the need for socks and other items our veterans need at the Veterans Hospital in Ann Arbor.I contacted the hospital to see what I could do. They need NEW white socks,white t shirts ,and boxer style skivvies.This years goal is 250 pair. Last year I collected 150 pair. If you care to contribute you may send me a PM and I will send you my address.I will be delivering these item to the hospital on Veterans Day Nov.11th. Or why not start your own "Project SOCK." Thank you.  :cross2: :cross2: :cross2:
Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: mossy835 on October 12, 2013, 12:18:43 PM
Wow 21 views and not one comment or support for these veterans?
Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: RutnNStrutn on October 13, 2013, 04:00:41 AM
I'll donate some!! How about you mossy835? And how 'bout the rest of you OG'ers? Who won't support our military vets? Dig deep, support those who fight for our freedom!! :icon_thumright:
Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: redarrow on October 15, 2013, 02:59:14 PM
Thank you both.God's blessings to you and yours.
Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: mossy835 on October 15, 2013, 03:31:33 PM
Good people that gave a lot hope they have what they need!
Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: flintlock on October 15, 2013, 04:22:32 PM
Nice work Billie, spurring others unto good works!

I will mail you a check to cover some socks Billie so you can also use the shipping costs for purchasing.

Wess
Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: redarrow on October 15, 2013, 05:19:56 PM
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Title: Re: S.O.C.K. Drive For Our Veterans Hospital
Post by: allaboutshooting on October 16, 2013, 07:39:02 AM
That's good work. Thank you for what you are doing.

We have a similar ongoing project through our church here. We deliver socks, underwear, comforters and other personal items to veterans at the Veterans Home in Anna, IL.

I believe the visits may at times mean as much as the items that are taken..

Thanks,
Clark