Hope they have a great time in Sacramento. Rumor has it that they'll meet up with Debbie Argel.
BTW, looks like the riders will be in Stockton a day ahead of schedule.
Posted on 06/08/2007 7:28:18 PM PDT by RedRover
The main compliment of riders will be veterans of all branches of our military who are fed up with the way the Marine Corps and the political community are treating the Marines, mainly the men of Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, the “Thundering Third.”
These Marines fought in Haditha and returned home the champions that they are, only to find themselves indicted on charges from murder to cover-up.
These charges have stemmed from an incorrect article in Time magazine, as well as some politicians who seem to have jumped to conclusions without stopping to get facts.
The facts were brought forth by men, such as a Bronze Star winning Intelligence Officer who viewed the whole incident by unmanned camera aircraft and accumulated log books and reams of data that exonerates all the Marines of K/3/1. This evidence seems to be pushed aside by the politically motivated opportunists.
The question now arises for the parents and family of military individuals on deployment in Iraq...
That is politically incorrect!
The veterans of the past and family of current military are not going to stand for it.
On Saturday morning, June 23, 2007 at 8AM veterans from the Northwest will meet at the South Center Mall in Tukwila, Washington, and prepare to depart at 9AM for destination Main Gate, Camp Pendleton.
We plan to arrive sometime Thursday, June 28th.
We don’t intend to block traffic of cause any discomfort whatsoever to other Americans. We fought for their rights, too and we intend to make their day, not wreck their day.
At this late date it is realized that some who would want to go, but can’t, may want to ride a short distance to show they’re support. Our colors will be Old Glory, the Stars and Strips will fly from the back of each motorcycle.
Some of the riding veterans will carry a container for donations to be given to the Defense Fund upon arrival at Camp Pendleton.
This ride is open to every American who wants to support our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Those who don’t have motorcycles or can’t ride will want to go to the overpasses near their homes and wave flags as the motorcycles travel down Interstate 5.
Normal regrouping locations will be the numerous Rest Stops along the way. We will ride daylight hours only, because our intentions are visibility to American Citizens, so that we may all show support together.
Veterans and military family members from other parts of the country who want to participate may want to meet the ride at some location on Interstate 5 that is more convenient to their location. This ride is spontaneous and is designed to meet every American’s desire to show support to our military heroes.
We want “No Man Left Behind.”
This thread will be updated with itinerary and progress reports so you can join the ride as it passes through your community or just give them your support!
For ride information, contact Don Dinsmore at ddingo630@aol.com, and view DonDinsmore.com.
Hope they have a great time in Sacramento. Rumor has it that they'll meet up with Debbie Argel.
BTW, looks like the riders will be in Stockton a day ahead of schedule.
In case you can’t tell, I like maps.
LOL! You're doing a great job with your new toy, keep up the good work.
Well, you’ve actually been there so you know the lay of the land! I’m stuck with Map Quest. Poor substitute! ;)
Red,
Are you up for some CA travel trivia? If you can tell me what city is known for its garlic festival I will send 100 bucks (wish it could be more) to SSgt Wuterich’s fund as soon as you reply!!!!:)
Sacramento?
(If I’m wrong, do I get another guess??? It’s such a great cause—I’m a bundle of nerves!)
Of course! You might ask Jaz if you can’t ask google.
(LOL does Sacramento sound like a Styx song?)
How much will you donate if I guess? I think you put too much pressure on Red. Maybe if jaz and I both come up with the right answer, you can still donate the $100 ($50 a piece)?
It’s the pressure! I can’t stand the pressure!
I mailed lily and told her I knew even without Googling. I also asked her if she knew they served Garlic ice cream at the festival.
How does that sound for a delicious dessert? lol
Well, all right, Mr Smarty Pants World Traveler! Where the heck is it?
You’ve got to answer it for her to send the dough. :-)
Cheating is allowed for that kind of money. Google is your friend.
My hands are shaking and I can barely type!
What about Girl’s clever idea? Rather than a hundred, if you both answer correctly, lily will send $50 for you each! Let’s raise the ante!!!
Man! That guys got cloves. lol
I was there that day...I was there in...
Good one. We knew all along you knew it.
There may have been some whispering behind the scenes (but—shhh!— don’t tell lily that Girlene told me!).
HAHAHAHAHA!!!!!
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