Togetherness Tuesday

NM Gold Star Mothers Retreat

Joyce Paulsen - Department of New Mexico, Albuquerque Chapter

The Dept of NM AGSM's went on a weekend retreat in Fort Stanton, NM. We were hosted by the VSO - Healing America's Heroes. It was a weekend of sharing, laughing, and some tears. This was a special treat from some awesome hosts. We hiked, we visited the state cemetery, shared our heroes, and had a special time of healing and sharing our hearts. A quilt was made by Pat Merville and donated to the Healing America's Heroes organization.

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Visit to the Manor-August 2025

Debi Win’E - Department of So. Calif-Hawaii, Saddleback Valley Chapter

August 15, 2025-Saddleback Valley and Inland Empire were pleased to attend a dinner at the American Legion Newport BeachPost. Glen Patrick, from the American Gold Star Manor, escorted our President, Anette Kirk and 1st VP, Joyce Paulsen. The evening was highlighted by a trip to the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach. August 16, the ladies came together again at the Manor for a Southern California Department meeting and a great lunch and birthday celebration for Glen.

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US Navy GSM Brunch

Laurie Miner - Department of Virginia, Hampton Roads Chapter

On Aug 2nd US Navy Rear Admiral Carl Lahti, Commander Mid-Atlantic, and his wife Mrs. Lisa Lahti generously opened their home to host a delicious brunch for the Hampton Roads Gold Star Moms. He provided us follow-up details to action items that were discussed when he attended our previous monthly meeting.