Meaning of the Flag Draped Coffin

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Safe Sitter Class—July

18th & 19th

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Tickets Available for Ag

Appreciation Luncheon

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U of I Extension holiday

office closing

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Spring Fundraiser Update 3

ACWW—Women Walk the World

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Highlights of the June

HCEA Board Meeting

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Operation Write Home 5

Christian County Fair

Schedule of Events

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2013-2014 Lesson for Living Topics Selected

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News from IAHCE Newsletter

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News from Jenna Smith, U of I Extension Liaison

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Spinach Apple Salad recipe 8

1120 N. Webster St. Taylorville, IL 62568 (217) 287-7246 Fax (217) 287-7248

2013

July Our stars and stripes are the symbol of Liberty and Freedom. The

following information will help us to understand what the flag draped

coffin really means. The flag that is laid upon it and meticulously folded

by the honor guard and surrendered to so many widows and widowers

has many traditions that have deep meaning.

The United States of America Flag is folded 13 times. It is not to

symbolize the original 13 colonies. Specific meanings have come to be

ascribed to each of the 13 folds.

The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.

The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.

The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans

departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of

the country to attain peace throughout the world.

The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens

trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of

war for His divine guidance.

The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen

Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be

right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'

The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that They

pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and the

Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with

Liberty and Justice for all.

The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed

Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her

enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their

republic.

The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the

shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.

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Meaning of the Flag Draped Coffin

Christian County HCEA—July 2013 Page 2

The next Safe

Sitter class for

girls and boys

ages 11 to 13

will be held on

Thursday, July

18 and Friday, July 19 from 8:00

a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Christian

County Extension Office.

The two-day Safe Sitter program is

sponsored by University of Illinois

Extension Christian County,

Christian County Home and

Community Education Association,

and Taylorville Memorial Hospital.

During the course, students get

hands-on practice in basic life-

saving techniques so they are

necessary to handle an

emergency.

For a registration form or

information, call the Christian

County at 287-7246. There is a

limit to the number of participants

we can accommodate in the

class, so register as soon as

possible. The registration fee is

$30, and pre-paid registration is

due by Friday, July 12.

Registration fees will not be

refunded for cancellations made

less than 24 hours in advance.

Submitted by Barb Miller,

Safe Sitter Coordinator

prepared to act in a crisis, with

medical information taught by a

certified professional.

Safe Sitter participants also

receive helpful tips to make them

more confident caregivers,

learning safety and security

precautions, such as what to do if

a stranger comes to the door and

when and how to call for help.

Information on child development

and age-appropriate activities,

and the business aspects of

babysitting are also taught.

To become a certified Safe Sitter,

students have to pass a rigorous

practical and written test to show

they have mastered the key

concepts and have the skills

Safe Sitter Class—July 18 & 19, Open to 11-13 Year Olds

The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and

Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their

love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the

men and women who have made this country

great has been molded.

The 10th fold is a tribute to the Father, for he, too,

has given his sons and daughters for the defense

of their country since they were first born.

The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the

seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies

in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac

and Jacob.

The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity

and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the

Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.

The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely

folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of

their nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'

(Continued from page 1) After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it

takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever

reminding us of the soldiers who served under

General George Washington, and the Sailors and

Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones,

who were followed by their comrades and shipmates

in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving

for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they

enjoy today.

Be proud of the country we live in and even more

proud of those who serve to protect our 'GOD

GIVEN' rights and freedoms. Our founding fathers

used God’s word and teachings to establish our

Great Nation.

Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun

salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year

1776?

ONE NATION, UNDER GOD, WITH LIBERTY AND

JUSTICE FOR ALL.

The proceeding information is True. http://

www.snopes.com/military/flagfold.asp

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Spring Fundraiser Update

Bills for food items and decorations for the Table Setting Luncheon were submitted and paid in May. After expenses, the profit as of May 31 is $973.42 for the Table Setting Luncheon. A bill for the plants was also submitted and paid in May and the profit as of May 31 is $510.75 for the Plant Sale. The total profit to date for the spring fundraiser is $1,484.17.

Submitted by Deborah Kiefer

Tickets Available Now—Ag Appreciation Luncheon, July 11, 11:30 am

In recognition of the

contributions agriculture makes

in Christian County, the

Christian County Agriculture

Group, the Christian County Soil

and Water Conservation District,

the Christian County Fair, and

the University of Illinois Extension Christian County

office are hosting the 14th Annual Agriculture

Appreciation Luncheon during the Christian County

Fair on Thursday, July 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30

p.m.

This year, the meal will be provided by the Mid-

Illinois Pork Association and the Mt. Auburn Rustlers

4-H Club. The menu will include a boneless pork

chop, potato salad, green beans, lettuce salad, roll,

dessert and drink. The luncheon is free to those who

pick up a ticket in advance at the University of Illinois

Extension Christian County office, Christian County

Farm Bureau, and the Christian County Soil & Water

Conservation District office.

The featured speaker for the luncheon will be Dr.

Gary Schnitkey. Dr. Schnitkey is a professor and

farm management specialist in the Department of

Agricultural and Consumer Economics, University of

Illinois. His activities focus on farm management and

risk management. Farm management work has

focused on examination of issues impacting the

profitability of grain farms including corn-soybean

rotations, machinery economics, and factors

separating profitable from unprofitable farms.

Tickets must be picked up by noon on Tuesday, July

2, as tickets cannot be obtained the day of the

event.

There was a nice lady who lived in a shoe, She had so many jobs, she didn’t know what to do. So she called all her friends, family too,

They all pitched in so she wouldn’t be blue.

They studied and shared and did many tasks, A lot of them she had not even asked.

She said, “This reminds me of my HCEA”, They are always helping someone, some way.

Those ladies are great, in Christian County, you see,

You all need to join us, the rewards are all free. Become a member today, excited you’ll be,

It was one of the nicest things to happen to me!

Dixie Vincent, 2nd Vice President

The U of I Extension office will be closed for Independence Day on

July 4, 2013.

Page 4 Christian County HCEA—July 2013

April 29, 2013 five HCEA members observed Women Walk the World Day by walking Lincoln Memorial

Gardens at Lake Springfield at 10:00 a.m. ACWW’s primary aim is ―Empowering Women Worldwide –

Encourage, Educate and Enrich Efforts of ACWW‖. From 2006-2011 ACWW granted projects which

benefitted at least 277,000 women and children across all 5 continents. These projects included basket

making in India, providing safe water to Owe Primary School in the Southwest Region of Cameroon and rain

water storages in Ghana.

Our worldwide walks show our solidarity with women. There is also a ―Women Walk the World 5K/1 Mile

Walk/Run‖. Need a new goal for 2013? Set an example for your family to stay healthy and improve your

fitness. Keep a record of the number of miles you walk or pounds you’ve lost.

Associated Country Women of the World— “Women Walk the World” Submitted by Jeanne Lee, Cultural Enrichment Director

Page 5 Christian County HCEA—July 2013

IAHCE Cultural Enrichment Director Peggy Long has chosen Operation Write Home as a state cultural enrichment project for this coming year. Operation Write Home is an organization that supports our nation’s armed forces by collecting and sending them blank handmade greeting cards to write on and send home to their family and friends. Many of our heroes are still deployed overseas and appreciate having these cards to use. The process is simple. Make handmade cards and send them to a shipper. The shippers process and ship the cards. Members of the armed forces are given the cards and write home on them. Their families and friends receive happy mail! Boxes of cards are shipped through every week of the year, so you can join anytime in sending your beautiful creations to help our heroes keep in touch with home! There are guidelines for creating the handmade cards. No glitter. A2 sized cards (4 ¼‖ X 5 ½‖). No store bought cards. Don’t violate copyright laws. Add light paper to dark card bases. Don’t handwrite sentiments. For more information on these guidelines, requirements for shipping, and how you can get started go to http://operationwritehome.org. Submitted by Deborah Kiefer

Operation Write Home

2nd Vice Dixie Vincent has

scheduled the Membership

Meeting for Tuesday, November

12, 2013 at 6:30 p.m.

Treasurer Berniece Larimore

reported that the total assets as of

May 31 were $13,757.31. The

total profit for the Table Setting

Luncheon and Plant Sale as of

May 31 is $1,484.17.

Cultural Enrichment and

Community Outreach Director

Jeanne Lee wrote several articles

and took photos for the June

newsletter. She reported that nine

HCEA members attended the

―Making Heart Shaped Cards‖

workshop on May 16 making 24

The CCHCEA Board meeting was

called to order 9:17 a.m. on June 4,

2013 at the Extension office.

Secretary Deborah Kiefer sent

notes to Roberta Gorden, Joan

Swearingen, and Lois Butcher

thanking them for their

contributions to the Table Setting

Luncheon and Plant Sale. 2013-

2014 Lesson for Living Sign Up

sheets were mailed to all units with

the minutes.

The Program Planning Meeting on

May 13 and the programs chosen

for 2013-2014 were discussed.

Everyone thought there was a good

variety.

cards. ―Making Christmas

Stockings/Cards for Soldiers‖

Workshops are scheduled for

June 18, August 16, and October

18.

Father Dominic Garramone was

contacted and is unavailable to

give a demonstration on either

September 28 or October 5.

Other dates for a fall fundraiser

with Fr. Dominic were discussed.

He will be contacted with

alternative dates in October and

November.

The meeting was adjourned at 10:44 a.m.. The next regular Board meeting is also an Advisory Committee meeting and is July 2, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

Highlights of the June HCEA Board Meeting Submitted by Debi Kiefer, Secretary

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MONDAY

4-H Fair General Show (Expo Building) 9:00 am

4-H Dog and Cat Show (Expo Building) 1:00 pm

TUESDAY

FFA Show (Various livestock barns) — 8:00 am --1:00 pm

Little Miss, Jr. Miss and Miss Pageants (Grandstand)—6:00 pm

WEDNESDAY

4-H Livestock shows (4-H Livestock barn) 8:00 am

4-H Beef show —1:00 pm

Senior Citizens Appreciation Dinner (Miller beer pavilion)—11:00 am

Talent Show (Grandstand)—7:00 pm

Antique Tractor Exhibit — 4:00 pm

THURSDAY

Young America Day (South of Expo Building)—10:00 am

Kids Pedal Pull (Expo Building)—8:00 am

Ag Appreciation Luncheon (Miller Beer Pavilion)—11:30 am

4-H Auction (Beef Arena)—5:00 pm

Mixed Martial Arts Fights (Grandstand) 7:00 pm

FRIDAY

Livestock shows All Day—8:00 am

Stock Truck Pull (Grandstand)—7:00 pm

SATURDAY

Open Western Horse Show—9:00 am

Blood Drive—9:00 am

Tornado Wrestling Foundation Survivor’s Stampede (Grandstand)—10:00 am

Illinois State Champion Chili Cook Off (Miller Beer Pavilion)—12:00 pm

Sand Volleyball Tournament—1:00 pm

ITPA Truck & Tractor Pull (Grandstand)—6:00 pm

SUNDAY

All Speed Horse Show (Grandstand)—9:00 am

Garden Tractor Pull—12:00 pm

Demolition Derby (Grandstand)—6:00 pm

Page 77 Christian County HCEA—July 2013

“The Many Hats of IAHCE”

Some of your Pennies For Friendship donations go

to ―Water for All‖ which greatly benefits women

worldwide.

Pennies For Friendship collected at IAHCE Annual

Conference at the Wednesday Luncheon netted

$560.59. In 2012 IAHCE counties in Illinois

contributed $15,522.48.

Also at Conference, IAHCE was able to present The

Autism Program in Illinois (TAP) organization with

$380 which was obtained from 20% of Barbara

Fairchild’s Teddy Bear sales. The UIUC

Coordinator, Linda Tortorelli plans to use the money

for their Autism Family & Community Resource

Room, which has books and DVDs which can be

checked out, including free visual supports. Last

year their Resource Room hosted over 1,000

visitors. She thanks us for our donation and for

previous donations of weighted blankets for children

with autism and for promoting Autism awareness in

our communities.

If you want the pattern for the Knitted Beret Hat by

Carolyn Fisher, it is available at www.iahce.org/

lessons.

News from IAHCE Newsletter

2,044 HCE members turned in 574,336 volunteer hours. That is 80,000 more than last year. At $21.79 per

hour that equals $12,514,781.44. Yes, repeating, over Twelve and a Half Million Dollars worth of our

Volunteer Time! Congratulations! Also, Robert Hoeft is impressed with our numbers, ―considering HCE

experienced major reorganization changes and we are still coming back to give even more {volunteer

hours}.‖

District 5 IAHCE Workshop is August 21st at the Christian Church in Lincoln, IL.

News from Jenna Smith, U of I Extension Liaison

Special thanks to County Unit Director Amanda Cole, County President Julie Pearson, former County 1st Vice

Janet Engeling, and the Unit 1st Vice Presidents or their representatives for their assistance in selecting the

2013—2014 Lesson for Living topics.

September 2013—―Walking & Eating Your Way to Good Health‖

October 2013—―Wrap It Up—Tortillas Many Uses‖

November 2013—―Senior Healthcare & Wellness‖

January 2014—―Beverages—Empty Calories or Not‖

February 2014—―Managing a Gluten Free Diet‖

March 2014—―Small Fruits in the Home Garden‖

April 2014—―Weather Preparedness‖

May 2014—International—South Africa‖

June 2014—‖Tour of the States‖

September 2014—―Treasures in Your Home‖

October 2014—―Genealogy‖

November 2014—―Edible Centerpieces‖

2013—2014 “Lesson for Living” Topics Selected

Christian County Home and Community Education

Association

1120 N. Webster St.

Taylorville, IL 62568

Phone: 217-287-7246

Fax: 217-287-7248

Address Service Requested

SPINACH APPLE SALAD

Ingredients: 1 bag fresh spinach (8-10 oz) 1 apple, unpeeled, diced 1/4 C. cooked and crumbled bacon 1/2 C. fat free mayonnaise or fat free salad dressing 1/4 C. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed

Directions: Wash spinach and tear into bite sized pieces. Place spinach, apple and bacon bits into large bowl. Mix mayonnaise and orange juice concentrate. Pour over spinach mixture and toss to coat. Nutrition facts (per serving) Calories 145; fat 3 g; calories from fat 30; sodium 700 mg; total carbohydrates 25 g; fiber 4 g.