Veteran's Day and Marc's birthday

Friday was Veteran's day and the Feast of St. Martin of Tours.  St. Martin was a Roman Soldier who tore his army cloak to give to a cold beggar.  That night he had a dream and Jesus was wearing the torn cloak. 

Martinmas is celebrated in other parts of the world with lantern processions.  So in honor of that and Veteran's day, our friends hosted a little lantern procession through their neighborhood.  We went to the houses of retired servicemen and gave them cookies and thank you cards and then said the pledge of allegiance with them.  It was so touching to us, but it was also very touching to the veterans.  I loved seeing them salute the flag. 

Saturday we celebrated a birthday party for our Godson.  We have had three Godson's birthday parties the past three Saturdays.  Such a treat to have great friends and families to celebrate with. 

Monday BB and Poppy came over so Poppy and  Marky could repair our deck stairs.  They replaced all the rotten wood and they look brand new.  Thank you Poppy!!!  We also had a birthday dinner for Marc!  We cooked out steaks and had a wonderful night!

Happy Birthday to you.......

Tucker's card-

Marky said, "So when you are big you only get clothes for your birthday?"  Ha!