House of Heroes

Mike was asked by the bishop to organize a service project in the community for our ward to accomplish.  He found the organization House of Heroes which goes in to veteran's homes (or their widow's homes if they have passed) and does house projects for them like painting, landscape, etc. It was a really neat experience to help Mrs. Suggs with her home and honor her husband's service in the military. Mike put in a lot of hours of prep work buying supplies, delegating the work, and meeting with the family.  Memorial Day had more meaning for us this year because of our experience serving a veteran.



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