American Legion Riders Post #36

February 2012


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Remeber Veteran's Day November 11. Visit a veteran in the hospital. Let him/her know that they are not forgotten. There are many charitable events throughout Arizona that day. Attend one and show your support. Appleby's thoughout the country is providing a free meal on November 11 to all Veterans! Golden Corral on November 9 from 5-9 pm. Tell them thank you for supporting us when you visit there!

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Thursday Feb 16
• ALR CHILI DOGS
5:30pm-7:30pm Chili Dogs

Sunday Feb 19
• ALR GENERA MEETING
9:00am-10:00am Riders General Meeting

Members List:

President:
Bruce Haneiwich
1st Vice Pres:
Alex Salcido
Chaplian:
Jim Canto
Secretary:
Cheryl Paden
Tresurer:
Harold Johnston
Road Captain:
Lyle Keesling
Road Lt.:
Bill Stand Up
Sgt. at Arms:
David Madril

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New law authorizes veterans' salutes during national anthem . New law authorizes veterans' salutes during national anthem A new law took effect this month that allows veterans and active-duty military not in uniform to render a military-style hand salute during the national anthem. The new provision improves upon a little known change in federal law last year that authorized veterans to render the military-style hand salute during the raising, lowering or passing of the flag, but it did not address salutes during the national anthem. Last year's provision also applied to members of the armed forces while not in uniform. "The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation's armed forces," Secretary of Veterans Affairs James B. Peake said in a press release. "This provision allows the application of that honor in all events involving our nation's flag." Traditionally, members of the nation's veterans service organizations have rendered the hand-salute during the national anthem and at events involving the national flag while wearing their organization's official head-gear. The most recent change, authorizing hand-salutes during the national anthem by veterans and out-of-uniform military personnel, was sponsored by Sen. Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma, an Army veteran. It was included in the Defense Authorization Act of 2009, which President Bush signed on Oct. 14. The earlier provision authorizing hand-salutes for veterans and out-of-uniform military personnel during the raising, lowering or passing of the flag, was contained in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2008, which took effect Jan. 28, 2008.

Are You a 9-12'er?

Do you remember where you were on September 11, 2001? I was standing in front of a classroom of 7th grade students. We had a television in the room, and I turned it on before school because I'd heard that something had happened to the World Trade Center. The students filed in and together we saw the smoke and replays of the planes, and later the towers falling. It was horrifying, but I knew they needed to see, and understand. All day long, I helped reassure them that there would be a tomorrow, and we'd all get through this. On that day I also remember where my sister was. She was in Washington D.C., a couple blocks away from the Pentagon. She phoned back to the local television station to let them know her group was safe, and to give the station a ground's-eye view of the situation. I first heard she was safe by hearing her voice on the television... by chance the station I chose to watch. 9-11 left us all stunned and horrified, but there was a 9-12. That was the day when we decided that we weren't defeated. That was the day when we weren't concerned about Red and Blue states, political parties, or our differences. That was the day we stood up as Americans, united and determined. We stood with those who mourned. We stood with those who served. We stood against our enemies. We stood up for freedom. 9-10 saw us naïve and carefree, with our heads in the sand. 9-11 opened our eyes and stunned us into silence. 9-12 saw us rise from the ashes. We are faced with yet another attack on our freedoms. This one doesn't come in the form of airplanes, but is an assault on our core freedoms, principles and values. Our Constitution hangs by a thread, our economy has been sold, our rights trampled, our future compromised. So we are faced with a choice: Do we bury our heads in the sand and trust in our leaders to make everything right? Do we sit in stunned silence as our country falls down around us? Or do we rise from the ashes and again resolve to stand together as Americans? I am a 9-12'er. I stand for the principles that made this country great. I stand for the Constitution. I stand for the rights of all Americans, even those who I don't always agree with. Maybe especially those. I stand because someone has to. Will you stand with me? ~Debra (Inspired in part by Glenn Beck)

Motivational Corner
THE VETERAN
It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion.
It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press.
It is the VETERAN, not the poet, who has given us freedom of speech.
It is the VETERAN, not the campus organizer, who has given us freedom to assemble.
It is the VETERAN, not the lawyer, who has given us the right to a fair trial.
It is the VETERAN, not the politician, Who has given us the right to vote.
It is the VETERAN, who salutes the Flag,
It is the VETERAN, who serves under the Flag,
So help us support them!!

Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America', for an amount of 'up to and including their life.' That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it.

9-12 The Nine Principles
1. America is good.
2. I believe in God and He is the Center of my Life.
3. I must always try to be a more honest person than I was yesterday.
4. The family is sacred. My spouse and I are the ultimate authority, not the government.
5. If you break the law you pay the penalty. Justice is blind and no one is above it.
6. I have a right to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness, but there is no guarantee of equal results.
7. I work hard for what I have and I will share it with who I want to. Government cannot force me to be charitable.
8. It is not un-American for me to disagree with authority or to share my personal opinion.
9. The government works for me. I do not answer to them, they answer to me.
12 Values Honesty Reverence Hope Thrift Humility Charity Sincerity Moderation Hard Work Courage Personal Responsibility Friendship Return

Joker's Corner

SMART ASS ANSWER #6 It was mealtime during an airline flight. 'Would you like dinner?' the flight attendant asked John, seated in front. 'What are my choices?' John asked. 'Yes or no,' she replied.

SMART ASS ANSWER #5 A flight attendant was stationed at the departure gate to check tickets. As a man approached, she extended her hand for the ticket and he opened his trench coat and flashed her. Without missing a beat, she said, 'Sir, I need to see your ticket, not your stub.'

SMART ASS ANSWER #4 A lady was picking through the frozen turkeys at the grocery store but she couldn't find one big enough for her family. She asked a stock boy, 'Do these turkeys get any bigger?' The stock boy replied, 'No ma'am, they're dead.'

SMART ASS ANSWER #3 The police officer got out of his car as the kid who was stopped for speeding rolled down his window. 'I've been waiting for you all day,' the officer said. The kid replied, 'Yeah, well, I got here as fast as I could.' When the cop finally stopped laughing, he sent the kid on his way without a ticket.

SMART ASS ANSWER #2 A truck driver was driving along on the freeway and noticed a sign that read: Low Bridge Ahead. Before he knows it, the bridge is right in front of him and his truck gets wedged under it. Cars are backed up for miles. Finally a police car comes up. The cop gets out of his car and walks to the truck driver, puts his hands on his hips and says, 'Got stuck, huh?' The truck driver says, 'No, I was delivering this bridge and I ran out of gas.'

SMART ASS ANSWER OF THE YEAR 2010!! A college teacher reminds her class of tomorrow's final exam. 'Now class, I won't tolerate any excuses for you not being here tomorrow. I might consider a nuclear attack or a serious personal injury, illness, or a death in your immediate family, but that's it, no other excuses whatsoever!' A smart-ass student in the back of the room raised his hand and asked, 'What would you say if tomorrow I said I was suffering from complete and utter sexual exhaustion?' The entire class is reduced to laughter and snickering. When silence was restored, the teacher smiled knowingly at the student, shook her head and sweetly said, 'Well, I guess you'd have to write the exam with your other hand.'

A BONUS EXTRA A woman is standing nude looking in the bedroom mirror. She is not happy with what she sees and says to her husband, 'I feel horrible; I look old, fat and ugly. I really need you to pay me a compliment.' The husband replies, 'Your eyesight's damn near perfect.

Safety Corner
How to lift a fallen motorcycle
CAUTION If done incorrectly or under poor footing, lifting a fallen motorcycle can be dangerous and cause serious injury. Try to get help first and remember, you don’t want anybody else to get hurt. You need to think clearly, use common sense, and be in good physical condition. Keep your body and back straight, lifting only with your legs. Maintain control of the motorcycle and never twist your body while lifting. Check the motorcycle for damage prior to riding it again. The ideal situation for lifting a motorcycle is as follows: 1. Have the lifting technique demonstrated by a qualified professional. 2. Practice with a qualified professional. 3. Have the qualified professional evaluate and coach your lifting technique. Step 1: Assess Yourself Take a few minutes to calm down and relax. Seeing your bike lying on its side is a traumatic experience, but it generally happens to everyone eventually. Spend a few minutes asking yourself questions and talking yourself through it: Are you hurt? Are you able to pick up your motorcycle in a normal situation? Do you want to pick up your motorcycle? Is it safe to pick up your motorcycle? It’s best if you get help. If someone helps you, be sure to warn them not to touch the hot exhaust pipe, not to lift by the turn signals, etc. Also make sure they lift correctly. You don’t want someone else getting hurt. Step 2: Assess the Environment If you are in danger from on-coming traffic, get away from your motorcycle and seek a place of safety. Let law enforcement respond and take control of the scene before picking up your motorcycle. Take a look at the ground: Do you have a solid surface to lift from? Is there gravel? Is the pavement wet? Are you right next to a ditch? You don’t want to slip and get pinned under your bike. Step 3: Assess the Motorcycle Turn it off using the engine cut-off switch or the ignition switch. Turn off the fuel supply valve. Spilled fuel is common, so use caution (though usually you need sparks, flame, or an ignition source to have a fire or explosion.) If the motorcycle is lying on its right side, put the kickstand down and put the motorcycle in gear. If the motorcycle is on its left side, you can’t put the stand down and can’t put the motorcycle in gear. Make a mental note of these facts. You don’t want to pick up your motorcycle and then immediately drop it onto its other side! Technique I: Facing Away from the Motorcycle - For Large Motorcycles, Preferred Method for any Size 1. Turn the handlebars to full-lock position with the front of tire pointed downward. 2. Find the “balance point” of the two tires and the engine, engine guard, or footpeg. The motorcycle will be fairly easy to lift until it reaches this point because it’s resting on its side. Once you start lifting from there, you are responsible for most of the weight of the bike. 3. “Sit” down with your butt/lower back against the motorcycle seat. Be sure to keep your back straight and your head up. Put your feet solidly on the ground about 12 inches apart, with your knees bent slightly. 4. With one hand, grasp the handgrip (underhand, preferably), keeping your wrist straight. 5. With your other hand, grip the motorcycle framework (or any solid part of the motorcycle), being careful to avoid the hot exhaust pipe, turn signals, etc. 6. Lift with your legs by taking small steps backwards, pressing against the seat with your butt and keeping your back straight. On slippery or gravel surfaces, this technique probably won’t work. On inclined surfaces this can be very dangerous. 7. Be careful not to lift the motorcycle up and then flip it onto its other side! If possible, put the kickstand down and the bike in gear. 8. Set the motorcycle on its kickstand and park it safely. Technique II: Facing the Motorcycle - For Small and Medium-Sized Motorcycles, Alternative Method 1. Turn the handlebars to the full-lock position with the front of the tire pointed skyward. 2. Find the balance point of the two tires and the engine, engine guard, or footpeg. The motorcycle will be fairly easy to lift until it reaches this point because it’s resting on its side. Once you start lifting from there, you are responsible for most of the weight of the bike. 3. Stand very close to the handlebars. Plant your feet about shoulder-width apart with the lower handgrip in between them. Use both hands to lift. Keeping your back straight and your head up, lift carefully, keeping the handgrip close to your body. Use your leg muscles for power, and not your back muscles. 4. Be careful you don’t lift the motorcycle up and then flip it onto its other side. 5. Set the motorcycle on its kickstand and park it safely. How to Lift a Fallen Motorcycle www.LawTigers.com America’s Injury Lawyers Who Ride

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