August 23, 2010 I failed to mention yesterday that I was having some electrical RV issues and was concerned about leaving them for too long.  The first is the fact that my front blinkers were sporadically working and the second was that whenever I plug directly into a GFC outlet it blows the circuit. I … Read more

August 22, 2010  Sunday Woke up in Bellingham getting ready the days travels. had a wonderful morning with Chris and Doris before heading out. A few days ago I received an email from Mary, Ashley and Gordon Painter inviting me to come through Longview on my way to Salem. It worked out great in my … Read more

August 21, 2010  Saturday Today we headed back to the North West Washington Fair.  It was a very good crowd today and we were able to get the message to many of the folks walking by. The petitions filled up and I had many great conversations with former veterans and patriots. There was nothing extra … Read more

August 20, 2010 This morning was a planned meeting with the chief of staff for the WA National Guard. It was about a 3 hour drive back from Belingham to Camp Murray in Tacoma. despite the drive and the Seattle traffic, the meeting went wonderfully and we were warmly received by Col Kapal. He pledged … Read more

August 19, 2010 hard to believe that the Alaska trip was at its end, what had been planned for months had now come and gone as this became my 34th state. Today actually began at 330am as I had to be wide awake for my regular east coast radio interview with Tony Macrini, WNIS. son … Read more

August 18, 2010 Last night after arriving in Anchorage, met with the Alaska chapter director Dave Caswell. We planned strategy for the next day and stayed the night at Elmendorf AFB. It was great to wake up to revelie an the view of our fighting Air force in morning PT.  Our first meeting of the … Read more

August 17, 2010 Travel day on Alaska airlines to Anchorage. Arrived and met with Honor and Remember of Alaska director, Dave Caswell. Prepared for busy day tomorrow. Tomorrow: Meeting with Lt governor, funeral of Sen. Ted Stevens and two flag presentations. Blessings, George

August 16, 2010 Today was the first day of the Northwest Washington Fair in Lynden WA. We have a perfect spot right outside the animal show barn taking up the whole corner of the intersection.  Setting up a couple of small tables we were able to fill several pages of petitions and share the flag … Read more

August 15, 2010  Sunday Had a wonderful stay at the home of Jim and Karen Allen. Their house is built on the top of a mountain overlooking the city of Spokane and the view is amazing. You can literally see for a hundred miles and when the sun sets the city lights awakens in a … Read more

August 14, 2010 Today Stan had scheduled a meet and greet at the local VFW hall at 9am. This was also planned to be a surprise personalized flag presentation to a local Gold Star family, Kim and Mick Cole. The PGR and American Legion Riders formed a flag line for the families and several dignitaries … Read more

August 13, 2010 Up early and over to Montana Harley Davidson Dealership to set up a literature table and meet and greet the customers. Chris the general manager there is a strong supporter of HR and had driven a flag on his bike from Florida to Alaska last year. A good time was had by … Read more

August 12, 2010 It was another herculean effort by Karen and the team back home to have sewn a personalized flag and shipped it in time for this mornings presentation. At 9am I walked into FedX at 143 Bozeman St and was handed the precious package. The ceremony was held at Fort Harrison in Helena … Read more

August 10-11, 2010 Waiting day for the transmission to be fixed. We should be on the road by 9pm headed for Helena, Montana…….. With the transmission fixed and $3700 lighter we headed on a potentially 10 hour drive to Helena, MT around 9pm. I have to thank all of those supporters who sacrificed out of … Read more

August 9, 2010 The transmission I found out today was burnt, there is metal in the pan and my options are patch or rebuild. I do not think that patching this under my current driving schedule would be the most intelligent idea so I am looking to rebuild. There is a shop in town that … Read more

August 8, 2010 Sunday It is with a little trepidation that we leave Pocatello still unsure as to our transmission problem. We had a 4 hour drive ahead of us to Caldwell where a Grange organization picnic was scheduled for later this evening. The drive was as beautiful as any other however the terrain was … Read more

August 7, 2010 Last night the truck shop called and informed me that they could not find any problems with the seals of the transmission. They tried for three hours to duplicate the leaks and finally came to the conclusion that I must have overheated and the fluid boiled out of the breather. Makes me … Read more

August 6, 2010 Today after a fitful night is a 7 hour travel day to Boise for the weekend.  I have been missing everyone back home as its been two months since I left. However today I pick up my wife from the airport and she will join me for the next three weeks. Sunday … Read more

August 5, 2010 Woke up at 530am this morning to conduct my weekly interview with Tony Macrini on WNIS back in Norfolk, VA. Tony has become a great friend as he has embraced my vision and helped to get us as much awareness as possible. Every Thursday morning on WNIS at 730 eastern, listen online … Read more

August 4, 2010 Today I woke up again in pain, gearing up with plenty of ice as I have to make a 7 hour trip to Utah. Once I reach the Salt lake area this evening there is a planned picnic with several Gold Star families at the local american Legion Post in Clearfield. Gold … Read more

August 3, 2010 This morning was a drive day, 6 hours to Grand Junction. Unfortunately before I left I twisted my back pretty badly. With people waiting at the next stop I had to press on. The drive, besides the muscle spasms was spectacular, a long drive over the Rocky Mts, through Vail and plenty … Read more

August 2, 2010 Today will show to be an incredibly busy and rewarding day. I began with an interview in Denver at radio station KEZW an Entercom station.  Very gracious and patriotic host Pat Mcnulty. We had a great chat about the mission and was able to share for several minutes with their listening audience. … Read more

August 1, 2010 Rest, Laundry and an escorted tour of the United States Air Force Academy. Tomorrow: Radio Interview, meeting with the governor and state legislators and personalized flag presentation to Gold Star Vietnam mother. Blessings,  George

July 31, 2010 Last night I had a wonderful visit at the home of Deb and Rick Anderson, They had lost their son Christopher in Iraq in December 2006. It is amazing how we are able to connect as families with a common bond. And I am humbled to be able to break bread with … Read more