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[Grace Cangialosi]

In the two mountain congregations I pastored in the 90's there were several of the "CCC boys," as they referred to themselves. They had worked in what was to become Shenandoah National Park and were very proud of that. One of the men never missed the annual reunion as long as he was able to go. There's a wonderful book about the CCC that came out some years ago, and my parishioners were excited about finding so many of their relatives and friends--and themselves!--in the pictures.

> On Jan 2, 2017, at 9:50 PM, James Oppenheimer-Crawford <oppenheimerjw at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Oh yes, I absolutely agree with you! There should be a required year or two
> of national service, which could include military service.
> 
> Oh my, what those folks in those CCC projects accomplished ! ! !
> 
> My, how we could use such a project as to repair our infrastructure. Not
> glory work, but so very much needed!
> 
> Just think: workers whose task is simply to repair the walkways and
> off-road paths in our national parks. It would be such a grand
> accomplishment, would not require people with enormous skill sets, and
> would be something every citizen could enjoy for decades.
> 
> The possibilities are huge.
> 
> James W. Oppenheimer-Crawford
> *“A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved,
> except in memory. LLAP**”  -- *Leonard Nimoy
> 
>> On Sun, Jan 1, 2017 at 9:55 AM, Jay Weigel <jay.weigel at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>> It was very good for our Adam....up until whatever happened to him in his
>> second Iraq tour. That back door draft isn't good for anyone. But my idea
>> for a year or two of compulsory national service for everyone, male and
>> female, no exceptions, which *could* include the military, is just a voice
>> crying in the wilderness,
>> 
>> On Sun, Jan 1, 2017 at 1:58 AM, James Oppenheimer-Crawford <
>> oppenheimerjw at gmail.com> wrote:
>> 
>>> The military gives a young person the opportunity to grab hold of adult
>>> responsibilities and thrive.  I am retired after over twenty years, but I
>>> very honestly would say I would be way ahead if I never got a penny.  The
>>> lessons I learned, the places I've been, the people I have met (wow, the
>>> people!).
>>> 
>>> James W. Oppenheimer-Crawford
>>> *“A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved,
>>> except in memory. LLAP**”  -- *Leonard Nimoy
>>> 
>>> On Sat, Dec 31, 2016 at 6:24 PM, Marion Thompson <
>>> marionwhitevale at gmail.com>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>>> Congratulations to your son, proud mama.
>>>> 
>>>> May you and Michael and your children have a blessed and happy new
>> year.
>>>> 
>>>> Marion, a pilgrim   ... today my sail I lift ....
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>>> On 12/31/2016 1:56 PM, Clarissa Canning wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> Award: Just thought I announce my US Navy son just returned from his 7
>>>>> month deployment.  Mixed feeling about his specialties, Petty Officer
>> or
>>>>> Ordinance.  He told me he got an award and,  Ike dropped 1,220 bombs.
>> He
>>>>> is
>>>>> in charge of a group of 15 Techs. 8.200 inspecitons of 435 aircraft
>>>>> armiment equip. valued at 3 mil dollars.  Impressive leadership
>> skills.
>>>>> This sums up is certificate that goes with the medal.
>>>>> 
>>>>> I have to be proud of this. hopefully helped rid usu of evil ISL etc.
>>> who
>>>>> have no value for human life.   Here's to a safer happier New year for
>>> us
>>>>> all. Thank you for your service Sam Canning my oldest Son.
>>