When her husband was deployed, shortly after 9/11, they were one of the few military families in town. The neighbors arranged for their lawn to be mowed and other "rent-a husband" activities. The church provided Mom with a regular night out with free babysitting, and finally, on the night that her husband was to leave, the congregation gathered to serenade them with patriotic songs.
Now I know that some of our active duty military did not get a send off like this, at the town bandstand- but they DESERVED one. So, I am including the band stand, and hoping that some other savvy canteeners can include a little John Philips Sousa for the occasion!
