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Supporting the Troops

“I implore you to maintain support for our troops and their mission…”


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    Antiwar peaceniks gathered for a "sit-in" at Sen. Sununu’s Manchester office on April 10. (GG file photo) . With our US Senator John E. Sununu under "attack" by the peaceniks on TV and in his office for his support of the Iraqi war effort, there are a few folks out there that aren’t going … Read more

Unlike the Congressional Democrats, these guys support the troops and their mission!

SUPPORT THE BOOTS ON THE GROUND RALLY EXETER, NH Families gathered in Exeter, NH to show support for the troops through to victory. Military family members, Blue Star Mothers of NH, and other supporters joined together Tuesday afternoon for a Support Our Troops Rally in coordination with the President vetoing the Emergency Funding Bill which … Read more

How Marines Say Goodby

Honor, Duty, Committment Rest In Peace    No comment is needed.  Bring tissues.   (H/T: Judy)

Fight For Me…

Watch this music video honoring the US military by Citizen Reign. Then let Harry Reid and the rest of the loser-mongers tell us we cannot win. We HAVE to win… . . . . . .

Letter to a loser (Sen. Reid)

. The following letter was written by Lt. Jason Nichols, a Naval officer who is currently serving in Baghdad. He is also the head of Appeal for Courage, a group of American active duty and reserve service personnel who are appealing to Congress to stay and finish the war. He writes to Democratic Senator Reid, … Read more

Words of advice

Bob Jones of the Northeast Network POW/MIA forwards the following, noting that "This was sent to me by a gent who retired from the Marine Corps as a Colonel and now a defense lawyer in NC. When I knew him he was a Marine Lt. in command of a Company of Marines in Vietnam."

Political Wisdom….

1. Never, ever, refer to this or any war as “unpopular”. I defy anyone to give one example of a “popular” war, especially among those who have to fight. It is empty and vicious rhetoric used by foolish politicians. War is a cruel, ruthless, ugly endeavor that once committed to, is a life and death struggle for those fighting. War has only three possible outcomes: Victory, Defeat or, Postponement.
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2. Hold politicians accountable for their decisions. There is no “Do Over” for their decision to commit the lives and futures of our youth to a deadly conflict. Lives sacrificed can never be regained. There is no excuse for them being “misled, uninformed or pressured” to vote “for” war and have regret later. They can “abstain” if unsure in any way. They have a duty to investigate, debate and decide before they vote. Those who play political games with the lives of our citizens are the most despicable among us. There is absolutely no room for error for them on the issue of war. Any politician who regrets their vote to commit to a war should be asked to resign. They obviously have little awareness of the gravity of their decisions or the meaning of the concept of commitment.

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Exclusive GraniteGrok interview with Sen. Sununu

GraniteGrok.com exclusive interview with NH Senator John E. Sununu about supporting the troops and giving them the money they need. (We are greatly appreciative to him for doing this on short notice.) He decries the partisanship & pork that has been injected into a simple military funding bill. The video is approximately six minutes long. … Read more

New Hampshire’s Gold Star Mothers Day

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During the First World War, in May 1918, President Woodrow Wilson approved the suggestion of the Women’s Committee of National Defenses recommending that American women should wear a black band on the upper left arm adorned with a gold star. Each star representing a family member who had given his or her life for their country. President Woodrow Wilson first used the term "Gold Star Mother" in his Letter to the Women’s Committee. Grace D. Seibold, who lost her son, 1st Lieutenant George Seibold, in France, is recognized as the first “Gold Star” mother.
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The mothers of New Hampshire’s fallen heroes have made the ultimate sacrifice for human freedom, and we owe them the most profound debt of gratitude.  More than anyone, they bear the deep emotional burden and loss of those who have laid down their lives for the cause of liberty.  New Hampshire owes these dignified and graceful mothers of freedom our deepest admiration and our promise that the sacrifice of their children will never be forgotten. 
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Sununu sit in. Antiwar peaceniks joined by pro-troops group.

The innocuous little AP blurb noted MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — New Hampshire peace activists are planning a sit-in today at Sen. John Sununu’s offices, their sixth in five weeks. A "sit-in"? Has the age of aquarius returned? Well, not quite. Back in the day, the misguided youth of the sixties, mostly in the colleges, seemingly … Read more

April 9th- An anniversary we musn’t forget about.

Today is the third anniversary of the capture of SSG. Matt Maupin. . Writes NH Blue Star Mother Sue Peterson: To my friends… .Following is a link that I would like you to visit.  It is the link to Matt’s parents’ web site www.yellowribbonsupportcenter.com. . I had remembered slightly about a soldier that was captured and either … Read more

No fury like a mother scorned– The Movie

In this prior post, I reported on the Friday visit paid NH’s 2nd Congressional District representative, Democrat Paul Hodes, by a group of relatives, friends, family members, veterans, and supporters of our military. The purpose of the appointment was to express outrage and dismay with the congressman’s vote for the recent pork-laden military appropriation bill containing a … Read more

“Moms of Fury” give Hodes and Democratic Congress an earful.

The group gathers in Rep Hodes’ Concord office on Friday . New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District representative Paul Hodes was taken to the proverbial woodshed Friday afternoon in his Concord office. A group of a dozen or so Granite Staters– many of the same so-called "Moms" we’ve covered here at the ‘Grok in prior postings … Read more

Moms on a mission…

Regular readers of the ‘Grok know that we support the troops, their families, and the mission– support that extends right through to the end with victory. Here in New Hampshire, I have had the honor to get to know a wonderful little merry band of ladies- including Blue & Gold Star Mothers and their friends– that … Read more

No fury like a Mother scorned…

A week after the Blue and Gold Star Mothers of New Hampshire gathered in Concord to rally in support of our troops and the Gathering of Eagles in D.C., our state capitol was the scene of another group and another cause. While last week’s group sought to support our troops and Nation all the way to the victory in the present war, this weekend’s group gathered in protest. Instead of offering a message of hope, love, and support, the group, antiwar peaceniks, consisting of a large number of public school students, offered up nothing but scorn on our Nation and a plan for retreat.
 
Sign reads "Not one more death. Not one more dollar."
They are barely old enough to fight or vote, but local high-school students showed yesterday that they are old enough to make their voices heard in loud opposition against the war in Iraq. Between 100 and 200 students, peace activists and passers-by demonstrated in front of the State House yesterday afternoon, in a rally organized by the peace clubs of Concord High School and Hopkinton High School, with the help of New Hampshire Peace Action and the American Friends Service Committee.
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"I think the war’s wrong, and we all do as much as we can do," said Hopkinton High School senior Will Merrow, who co-founded his school’s peace club. Merrow rallied the crowd, telling them if anyone could give him a reason why the country is in Iraq, he would get off the stage. "If not, I’ll stay up here until the death toll stops. We cannot and we will not take it any longer," he said.
In addition to singing peace songs and chanting slogans, the schoolchildren lined up empty shoes shoes in memory of those killed in Iraq. Reading of that in the Monitor article almost made me ill:

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“Counter protesters”? No. Just supporters of the troops and their families.

Bob Jones of Meredith, NH is someone greatly admired here at the ‘Grok. His work on behalf of America’s best and bravest, especially for the POW/MIA’s, is tireless. Setting aside partisan politics, Bob is always mindful that when it comes to our military and those who serve, there are no Republicans or Democrats, just Americans. Bob joined the Blue and Gold Star Mothers of NH who stood in support of the Gathering of Eagles in DC during a snowstorm this weekend in Concord, NH (prior post and pictures here). He forwards several thoughts on that event:
I read and watched as did many Americans  the protests in Washington DC and other places throughout the Country over the weekend.
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I noticed the terminology used by most of the media. The media seemed to want to keep the observation and language used as close to the past (Vietnam Era) as possible.
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I had the opportunity to be with a group of Blue and Gold Star mothers in Concord on Saturday,March 17th along with Veterans from past Wars. The day as you remember was pretty cold and the traveling situation was not the best.
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It was a very positive day and the hearts were warm in support of those serving today in harms way. The politics of war did not take place. The focus was the "Support Of Those Serving"and their families.

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Nothing stops these Moms!

As AlGore’s environmental acolytes marched through a March 17th snowstorm in protest of global-warming, another group of dedicated people braved the elements in the name of a far more worthy and important cause.
 

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The Blue and Gold Star Mothers of NH’s "Gathering of Mothers Who are Supporting the Gathering of Eagles in D.C." went off as planned despite the late winter blizzard. Joined by members of the Northeast Network POW/MIA and Rolling Thunder, they recited the Pledge of Allegiance, sang patriotic songs, and marched in solidarity with the DC gathering, as well as in support of our troops to victory. Writes Susan Peterson,
Despite the cold, we had a great turnout for the Blue Star and Gold Star Moms Supporting our Troops to Victory – we stood in Concord for those that were in Washington DC – Eagles – Past, Present, and Future.  To all of you that got the word out through print, radio, etc. – Thank You!!!   For those that wanted to be there but could not because of weather – you were missed, but we know wherever you were you were "standing with us".  Thank you again for all your support and prayers….it is people like all of you that know the importance of what our sons, husbands, daughters, mothers, etc. are doing to keep us safer.  May GOD bless them and America.
Click the hyperlink below to view more pics of the event. Great job guys! May God bless our troops and their families and bring them home safe.
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BTW, reports are there wasn’t a peacenik or antiwar type anywhere in sight.

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Eagles WILL roost in Concord after all… in the snow!

Saturday’s event in Concord, NH–The Blue and Gold Star Mothers of NH’s "Gathering of Mothers Who are Supporting the Gathering of Eagles in D.C."— is still going to take place. While urging safety first and caution as the rule given the snowstorm, area Mothers and their supporters still plan on gathering in solidarity with the … Read more

A Gathering of Eagles… Right Here in NH! [UPDATE 1]

The Blue and Gold Star Mothers of New Hampshire
Supporting our Eagles ~ Past, Present and Future


 

"SUPPORT THE GATHERING OF MOTHERS WHO ARE SUPPORTING THE GATHERING OF EAGLES IN DC"

When: March 17, 2007
Where: Concord, NH
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Bring your flags! Join us as we walk around the State House in support of the Eagles in DC
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At home for every man or woman who defends and ensures our liberty and protects the shores of America are the mothers who nurtured them into adulthood.  We are mostly the silent majority who just encourage and support our military sons and daughters.  We are extended by mothers whose blue stars turned gold when their son or daughter gave the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms ALL Americans enjoy.  We are the Blue and Gold Star Mothers of NH.  Together we support our troops as they head towards Victory in the battles they encounter to protect the people and the borders of America.
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On Saturday, March 17th we will assemble with veterans, past, present and future who have served in the armed forces of these United States of America in support of the Gathering of Eagles in Washington, D.C.
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The Gathering of Eagles at the Wall Memorial in Washington DC is to stand silent guard over our nation’s memorials, in honor of our fallen, and in solidarity with our armed forces in harm’s way today. 
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In the words of Lt. Col. Steve Russell, USA retired, we should make no apologies.
“What shall we say?  What more can we give to our nation than the type of sacrifice we have already given?  What words can we the soldiers use to convince Americans at home that the biggest mistakes being made in this war are on the home front, not the battlefront?  What will be the value of temporary civilian comforts and the illusion of national safety when a giant shadow of Islamic terrorism is casting itself onto our shores?  What will be the meaning of the rhetoric and the political debate when we sift through the rubble of a workplace, a shopping mall or public transit—digging out American bodies targeted for no other reason than because of our way of life and who we are as a people?  It is a scene that every soldier who has witnessed it abroad will fight with all his might to keep away—but we never thought that our own people would betray our efforts.”
We the Blue and Gold Star Mothers say YES to supporting our troops to Victory.
Blue Star Mothers of NH is a non-profit, non-partisan, non-political organization that supports their sons and daughters as they serve our country past, present and future.
[update 1] Click the "continue reading…" link below for further details about the event, including parking and times to meet for the initial march to the State House…

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Gathering of Eagles denied roost at NH state capitol

The upcoming Blue and Gold Star Mothers of NH’s "Gathering of Mothers Who are Supporting the Gathering of Eagles in D.C." is not without controversy.
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After deciding to hold an event in Concord, NH at the state Capitol building in support of the Gathering of Eagles event in Washington, DC this coming Saturday, a phone call was made to the proper authorities to obtain an assembly permit. This email describes what happened next:
I just received the call from the State House regarding our application to rally there.  We were DENIED.  I then talked with the supervisor and because of the issues between the groups, they have been told it will be first come, first serve and the peace activists had sent their request in first, so they get it.
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He told me that the sidewalk on Main Street belongs to the city of Concord , and we can try to get a permit there if the activists haven’t already, however, we couldn’t walk under the arch and onto state property.  He did say that he wishes he could allow us to rally for the Troops, because he understands, he’s got three kids in the military and two already served two tours in Iraq , but he just can’t.
That’s right. NH Peace Action got the permit first. You see, the reason that a demonstration is taking place in Washington this Saturday is to protest the war in Iraq, held at the anniversary of its start 4 years ago. The local NH antiwar group is holding a rally in Concord to coincide with others nationally. 
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What’s interesting is that while competing groups converge on Washington DC, one to denounce  war and the military, the other defending the honor of our troops and supporting victory, a parallel situation will simultaneously occur right here in NH.
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So, the Blue Star Moms must have gotten their assembly permit for the sidewalk from the City of Concord, right? After all, as noted in this prior post, they’re having the big rally at the State House this Saturday, starting at 11 AM. Well, not exactly…

The peaceniks got the only available assembly permit for the sidewalk at the State House too!

Following this second denial of a place to rally, the Blue Star Mothers tried to get the use of the inside of the Legislative Office Building for an invocation and an indoor place for those in attendance who might be handicapped. Again, no dice.

And yet, the rally is scheduled for Saturday. How can this be?

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Gathering of Eagles

I think one of the greatest things about America today is that, despite how bad things may seem with regards to the war, and the supposed diminished support here at home, there are large numbers of people who are totally committed to never having what happened to our troops fighting the Viet Nam war happen … Read more

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