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Gym will be closed on March 8 (Monday)

We will be closed all day on Mrach 8, 2010 for my Dad's funeral.
Capt. F. C. DiMeo U.S.M.C., Ret. will be laid to rest with full military honors.
He served in the Marine Corps for 28 years, and he lived out the full meaning of
"Semper Fi".

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On January 12th, Brothers at War, an award-winning documentary film about an American military family facing the crucible of war, was released on DVD.

This documentary beautifully expresses why we are so passionate about supporting our military service members and their families. Soldiers’ Angels was proud to help spread the word about this great documentary when it was in theaters, and proud to continue that support.

Please read on to find out how you can help, including a way to support Soldiers’ Angels by receiving a discount on the DVD!

Gary Sinise and an Award-winning Film

Actor and musician Gary Sinise felt so strongly about this film upon seeing it that he became an Executive Producer. Here are his thoughts: "Brothers at War celebrates the courage and integrity of the American Soldier and the American military family. It is also a film about a man's love and respect for his two brothers and his dedication to telling their story. A great film that I am proud to be a part of." This film "gets it." It is a rare look at the bonds and service of our soldiers on the frontlines, and the profound effect their service has on the loved ones they leave behind.
An Opportunity to Support Soldiers' Angels

The Brothers at War team feels so passionate about supporting organizations that support our nation's military families that they have already raised over $100,000. Now we are partnering with them to offer you an opportunity to see a great film and directly support a cause you believe in, Soldier's Angels. If you purchase the movie on the Brothers at War web site (www.brothersatwarmovie.com) and input the promotional code "ANGELS", you will receive a 10% discount off your purchase, while also supporting Soldier's Angels (with 10% of the proceeds going to support us). Brothers at War DVD, soundtrack CD, and combination packages are available.
A Note from the Film's Director-Producer

For more information, please read the following from the film's director and producer (and brother of three active Armed Forces personnel), Jake Rademacher. You can also find more information on the web site. www.brothersatwarmovie.com.
Friends,

Thank you for going the extra mile in your support of Soldier's Angels and Brothers at War. With another surge of troops into Afghanistan, American military families are being called upon to step up to the plate once again. We need your support to help spread the word about Brothers at War. It is vital that the story of our military families; their service, sacrifices, and achievements be broadcast across the world.

In making this film, I was able to cross the chasm between my brothers and myself, and my family reunited. Seeing the reuniting impact that Brothers at War has had on other families facing the crucible of war has been amazing and deeply gratifying.

I deeply appreciate your support, your validation and your willingness to help us spread the word. It has been the greatest honor to put a frame around the reality of our service members on the edge of the battlefield and the families who support them at home. God Bless you all. Thank you for your vital support.

Jake Rademacher

Please help spread the word by passing this information on to family, friends and associates!

Wingtip to Wingtip,


Patti Patton-Bader
Soldiers' Angels Founder and CEO

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Dedication

one of the legendary WW II Paratroopers

I met Shifty in the Philadelphia airport several years ago. I didn't
know who he was at the time. I just saw an elderly gentleman having
trouble reading his ticket. I offered to help, assured him that he was
at the right gate, and noticed the "Screaming Eagle," the symbol of
the 101st Airborne, on his hat.
Making conversation, I asked him if he'd been in the 101st Airborne
or if his son was serving. He said quietly that he had been in the
101st. I thanked him for his service, then asked him when he served,
and how many jumps he made.
Quietly and humbly, he said "Well, I guess I signed up in 1941 or so,
and was in until sometime in 1945 .. . ... " at which point my heart
skipped.

At that point, again, very humbly, he said "I made the 5 training
jumps at Toccoa, and then jumped into Normandy . . . . do you know
where Normandy is?" At this point my heart stopped.

I told him "yes, I know exactly where Normandy is, and I know what
D-Day was." At that point he said "I also made a second jump into
Holland , into Arnhem ." I was standing with a genuine war hero . . ..
and then I realized that it was June, just after the anniversary of
D-Day...
I asked Shifty if he was on his way back from France , and he said
"Yes. And it's real sad because, these days, so few of the guys are
left, and those that are, lots of them can't make the trip." My heart
was in my throat and I didn't know what to say.

I helped Shifty get onto the plane and then realized he was back in
Coach while I was in First Class. I sent the flight attendant back to
get him and said that I wanted to switch seats. When Shifty came
forward, I got up out of the seat and told him I wanted him to have
it, that I'd take his in coach.

He said "No, son, you enjoy that seat. Just knowing that there are
still some who remember what we did and who still care is enough to
make an old man very happy." His eyes were filling up as he said it..
And mine are brimming up now as I write this.

Shifty died on June 17, 2009 after fighting cancer.

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We are honored to help prepare you for this type of work.

John getting ready next test