I come from a military family.
I currently have 2 active duty servicepeople in my immediate circle of relatives, one of whom is trying to get sent to Afghanistan as we speak.
I never went myself…while I have regrets about that, I think I made the right choice. That doesn’t mean that I don’t value our soldiers as much as the reddest red stater.
So when I read about homeless veterans, it totally kills me. It wrecks me to think that we ask so much of these folks and then for whatever reason they fall off the wheel. It is our duty as a nation under God to respect their sacrifices, and we can start by getting them off the street.
I don’t know how people here feel about Secretary Sinseki, but I applaud the attention he’s giving to the plight of the homeless.
But I’m not here only to draw attention to something I think the administration is doing well, because if I was, I’d be in the wrong place. =) I’m asking any of you, vets or not, for places I can work to help homeless vets. I have some time on my hands…Michigan economy and whatnot, and I want to spend it doing some good. So, please, any suggestions would be welcome.
Thanks!
Only one problem with asking your question at RedState, leftylurker
civil_truth Monday, November 16th at 1:00PM EST (link)I’m not sure if there are any RedStaters
leftaround who still live in Michigan.Seriously, I appreciately the spirit in which your question was asked. I don’t live in Michigan, but I hope someone here can help you out.
And I continue to appreciate your participation here at RedState and willingness to both listen and respond intelligently - an increasingly rare quality in today’s political maelstrom.
And Rightly So!
Thanks CT
leftylurker Monday, November 16th at 1:25PM EST (link)Appreciated.
Michigan is pretty crazy. There’s really very little real work here. I get by, but at 30% of what I could be doing.
One thing we can agree on, is that Auntie Granholm has got to go.
Your nearest VA hospital would be a good start.
Tbone Monday, November 16th at 1:05PM EST (link)However, you shouldn’t mentioned that you voted for Obama. Just sayin’.
Envisioning when all that is Left is the Right.
Thank you!
leftylurker Monday, November 16th at 1:23PM EST (link)That’s a great, great idea.
I assume you're referring to the advice
Tbone Monday, November 16th at 1:34PM EST (link)about not telling people you voted for Obama. This is a good, general life tip.
After all, the way King Barry the Hopeful is doing, in another few months Jesse Jackson and Sharpton are going to be calling him our first half-white President.
Envisioning when all that is Left is the Right.
And this, leftylurker, is why you're respected 'round
eburke Monday, November 16th at 1:18PM EST (link)these parts. Unlike so many on the Left who want to do good with *my* money (witness the charitable donations,or lack thereof, of such luminary leftists such as Jesse Jackson, Al Gore, John Kerry and Joe Biden), you are not only thoughtful in your approach to issues, you actually put your money (and actions) where your mouth is.
I’m not from MI so I can’t help you out, but here’s a heartfelt thank you for your efforts, your generous heart, and your love of country and those who defend it.
“All that need be done for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.”
“Dead fish go with the flow” ~ izoneguy
“We have a Statue of Liberty not a Statue of Necessity” ~ ColdWarrior
Again, thank you
leftylurker Monday, November 16th at 1:23PM EST (link)Tbone’s suggestion is great. I’m going to see what I can do. The VA’s like 10 min away from me.
Purple Heart
cdyer88 Monday, November 16th at 1:30PM EST (link)I know first hand how rough the economy is here in Michigan so I really sympathize with you. It’s wonderful that you’re looking to use this time to do some good. The first thing that popped into my mind was Purple Heart. I’m not sure if they work with homeless veteran’s per se but it’d be a good place to start. Good luck!
The local VA is a good way to start.
TxTess Monday, November 16th at 1:47PM EST (link)The USO is another. They welcome home many of our returning vets. Maybe a simple “welcome home, Thank you” might help. I have heard horror stories from family and friends regarding vets returning from Vietnam that I’ll bet many of the vets we are talking about experienced. You never know what a simple smile, thank you or a hug can do. Building a connection for someone to ask for help when it is needed.
Because I walk softly and carry a big Lipstick - Lori_Z at Red State