February, 2016, Family Retreat

February 22, 2016March 2, 2016
by dottietheadmin

Families came to Fredericksburg last weekend, 2/19-2/21, looking for some respite from their everyday military life.

They were greeted with smiles, hugs and huge welcomes Friday night. Seems they can’t get away from the chow line but this time it was for awesome homemade chili, hot dogs and all the trimmings followed by mountains of chocolate treats!! Then came BINGO!!! Then everyone went to their guest house or hotel for the night.

Saturday after a leisure morning, everyone met at Fredericksburg Brewing Co. for lunch then back to the Methodist Church for some counseling sessions with Chaplain Ginsburg. The kiddos were being cared for by Aloha Sitters while the adults were with the chaplain. During a break Lauren was surprised with a birthday cake complete with candles and singing. The chaplain told everyone to go have a fun ‘date night’ without the children. And they did!!

While here some went to the movie, the gun & knife show, trade days, National Museum of the Pacific, sat on the guest house porch and watched deer, slept – basically relaxed!! No, no one could do all of these things but they had a lot to choose from. Just a few comments from our guests:

“It’s so peaceful.” “Everything is so nice!” “Didn’t Know What to Expect” “Counseling was So Good”

GOD is so good to provide generous people in Fredericksburg willing to support Wounded Warriors at Nebo by donating their guest house, cooking, discounted tickets, volunteering, financially and prayers. Without you all these events would not happen. THANK YOU!!

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Being Creative

February 4, 2016
by dottietheadmin

Valentine Day is just around the corner and the last two card classes reflect that. We have made some beautiful valentines to send to loved ones. Some simple others more intricate as you can see from the pictures. We are at Warrior Family Support Center, Ft. Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX, on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month. Classes begin at 10 am and are usually over by 12 followed by a light lunch that allows us to get better acquainted with ‘students’. You usually leave with two cards you have made. If you are experienced, you may even get in a third one. We have fun while being creative then get to share that creativity when we send that card to someone we care about. COME JOIN THE FUN!

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Newsletter – Issue 12

January 26, 2016March 2, 2016
by dottietheadmin

This issue covers events hosted by the Ministry from August, 2015 through December, 2015. Download the pdf file Newsletter-Issue 12 and enjoy. Also feel free to share it with your friends. If your interested in getting involved or have questions please contact us.

Day Event

Deer Hunt

December 14, 2015January 11, 2016
by dottietheadmin

Matt and fellow marine with deer at ranch by Willow City.

They were happy to accept the ranchers invitation and come out from San Antonio and help thin the deer population.

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WW Families in Fredericksburg, December, 2015

December 14, 2015January 11, 2016
by dottietheadmin

The weekend of December 4th-6th was our annual Family Retreat. Everyone arrived and checked in at Inn on Baron’s Creek then gathered in the conference room for orientation and dinner. After dinner it was up to main street for the parade. In case you haven’t guessed, we always schedule the Family Retreat to coincide with the parade. This was the first time in Fredericksburg for some of our guests and others had never seen a lighted parade. Chairs had been set up in front of the Nimitz Museum for the families. If claps and cheers are any indication, everyone really enjoyed the parade. There were several comments about how nice it was to see several nativity scenes on floats.

Saturday all met back in the conference room for an exercise in the 5 Languages of Love. After lunch everyone was free to go ice skate, visit the museum, explore main street or just hang out. During dinner there were drawings for gifts ranging from CDs to Gift Cards to Pray Shawl (every family received an adult gift and one for a child). Then Sunshine the clown arrived to entertain the kids (both big and small).

WWAN thanks Angel Chefs who not only donated all the food but prepared and served it. Also, it was really great to see a couple of families who haven’t been here in a while.

We had good weather, Old Friends, and made some New Friends. What more could you ask for?

All photos from the event can be seen in the “Family Retreat” album.
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Thanksgiving

December 3, 2015December 3, 2015
by dottietheadmin

I hope you had a good Thanksgiving. I was blessed to have one of my grandsons, his wife and three small children. Yep, GREAT grand children!! It was such a wonderful day. Later I started thinking about all the things I’m thankful for – Family, Friends, Health, it goes on and on.

Then last Tuesday when Jackie and I were at WFSC teaching card making (Jackie teaches-I assist) I realized how thankful and blessed we are that y’all (warriors, spouses, care providers, etc.) continue to come to our classes. It seems there is always someone new dropping in to join a regular or two and then up pops someone we haven’t seen in months! You all are the reason we continue to make the drive from Fredericksburg to San Antonio every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Love those hugs and catching up and/or getting acquainted.

Instead of cards, the project Jackie taught was a Santa Candy Box complete with red and green stripped mints.

Day Event

Spiritual Fitness 11/13/2015

November 14, 2015December 3, 2015
by dottietheadmin

The cooler weather was perfect for hiking Enchanted Rock. Chaplain Ginsburg, 7 warriors and a care provider arrived at the rock early Friday morning. After a brief devotional those who were able climbed the rock while others hiked around the base of it.

Departure for lunch was delayed due to a few of the party getting lost. Eventually everyone arrived safe and sound and headed for West End Pizza in Fredericksburg.

The adventurers were joined by a wife of one of them and a couple of WWAN team members. Everyone was hungry so while they waited on their entree several ordered cheese cake. “Life is short. Eat dessert first” Then Tara, our server, brought out samples of Tiramisu complements of West End Pizza. The food was excellent, as usual. Later at the R&R dinner a couple who had been on the hike was encouraging others to go there on Saturday.

See more photos in the Gallery.