Dear Auxiliary Brothers & Sisters,

            I hope you all had a great & safe Halloween and were able to show Patriotism during the Events you held during the month of October.  I enjoyed participating in the "Patriotic Pumpkin” contest I learned about in our Dept. Americanism Chairman’s October Letter & the Special Flyer posted on Department of Oregon’s Web page.  Thank you, Terri Steller & Deb Little for your postings.

            As I began thinking and researching ideas for this November Letter and the National Elections so close, I had a thought come to mind.  We, the people, as a nation, have Patriotic Duties.  Looking up the words” PATRIOTIC DUTY” I found this bit of knowledge: 

          "Patriotic duty is the work that citizens do to support their country, including Voting in elections, paying taxes, Meeting with elected officials, staying informed, and helping the community. 

            Patriotism is defined as a person's love, loyalty, and dedication to their country. It's rooted in a sense of political allegiance and commitment, and is associated with the love of law and common liberty”

            It is our Duty & Freedom to be able to Vote in our Nations Elections. Remember to prayerfully seek Gods guidance in voting for our Nation's Leaders.  We also need to remember our Veterans who have Fought & died for that Freedom to Vote and let our Voices be heard in our government. 

            We have a few Special Days to remember in November: 

                        NOVEMBER –" Native American Heritage” & "National Adoption” Month

3^rd -  Daylight Savings time ends.  Set your clocks back

5^th  - National Elections -  Vote – Let your voice be heard

9^th – World Freedom Day – Pray for Peace and Freedom in the world

10^th –Marine Corp Birthday –Send the Marines a Happy Birthday Message

            Forget Me Not Day – Remember  toCall or send a note to someone

11^th – Veterans Day - Honor our Veterans .  Participate in a Parade

13^th – World Kindness Day – Show kindness to those along your pathway

            Sadie Hawkins Day – Remember the days when the Gals asked the Guys to the Dance?                    Good Party Idea. Dress up as Lil Abner & Daisy Mae

21^st - Hello World Day – Pray for our World- Take time to care for your portion of the world.

28^th – Thanksgiving Day –Be thankful for all you have been blessed with – giving of what you                   have been blessed with

Let me know how you share your Patriotism during the month of November.

May God bless you all and keep you always in His care.