STATE OF INDIANA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THIRD FLOOR STATE HOUSE INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46204 PEGGY WELCH 2802 ST. REMY CIRCLE BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401 812/323-7978 ____________________________________ COMMITTEE: WAYS AND MEANS WAYS AND MEANS MEDICAID AND HEALTH SUBCOMMITTEE, CHAIR PUBLIC HEALTH, VICE CHAIR FAMILY, CHILDREN AND HUMAN AFFAIRS             OPERATION MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY (OMAD) NOVEMBER 11, 2007     August 2007   As the Honorary Chairperson, I am delighted to invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Operation Military Appreciation Day (OMAD) in Bloomington, Indiana on November 11, 2007.   During my nine years as a legislator, I have had the privilege of meeting and working with countless individuals who are patriots. These are men and women who served or are currently serving our country with honor and dignity. Our military, especially our National Guard service personnel, perform a dual mission of participating in America's military conflicts and assisting in disaster recovery and protection of our communities. These military personnel are constantly challenged in their choices whether it is on the battlefield, the classroom, or at home. They learn to balance their different roles, while contributing much to our communities--knowing that at any time they could be called upon to leave their families and enter life-threatening situations.  Despite the challenges of their duty, our service men and women are committed to carrying out their assigned mission. And for this, these men and women should be recognized, honored, and thanked.   OMAD has demonstrated that awareness of the military personnel’s sacrifice is both honorable and required by our community.  As our military help protect all that we treasure, we need to take time to applaud their effort and recognize the sacrifices that are being made. OMAD’s Steering Committee has organized a strong and exciting program to help us do just that!  Since the last Military Appreciation Day, OMAD participants have maintained an outstanding record of voluntary activities on behalf of those in the military and their families.   It is my great honor and privilege to be associated with the 2007 Operation Military Appreciation Day and this important opportunity for recognizing our military efforts, both past and present.   Today, Indiana men and women and their families are sacrificing for us through military service. On November 11th, we will have the chance to thank them for that service.   I look forward to seeing you at the Monroe County Fairgrounds on November 11th!       Sincerely,   Peggy Welch State Representative District 60       Honorary Chairperson Representative Peggy Welch As the Honorary Chairperson, I am delighted to invite you to attend the 2nd Annual Operation Military Appreciation Day (OMAD) in Bloomington, Indiana on November 11, 2007. During my nine years as a legislator, I have had the privilege of meeting and working with countless individuals who are patriots. These are men and women who served or are currently serving our country with honor and dignity. Our military, especially our National Guard service personnel, perform a dual mission of participating in America's military conflicts and assisting in disaster recovery and protection of our communities. These military personnel are constantly challenged in their choices whether it is on the battlefield, the classroom, or at home. They learn to balance their different roles, while contributing much to our communities--knowing that at any time they could be called upon to leave their families and enter life-threatening situations. Despite the challenges of their duty, our service men and women are committed to carrying out their assigned mission. And for this, these men and women should be recognized, honored, and thanked. OMAD has demonstrated that awareness of the military personnel’s sacrifice is both honorable and required by our community. As our military help protect all that we treasure, we need to take time to applaud their effort and recognize the sacrifices that are being made. OMAD’s Steering Committee has organized a strong and exciting program to help us do just that! Since the last Military Appreciation Day, OMAD participants have maintained an outstanding record of voluntary activities on behalf of those in the military and their families. It is my great honor and privilege to be associated with the 2007 Operation Military Appreciation Day and this important opportunity for recognizing our military efforts, both past and present. Today, Indiana men and women and their families are sacrificing for us through military service. On November 11th, we will have the chance to thank them for that service. I look forward to seeing you at the Monroe County Fairgrounds on November 11th! Sincerely, Peggy Welch State Representative               District 60   Brought to you by the Monroe County Fair Board, 2-150th Family Readiness Group, American Legion Post 18, AMVETS, VFW and Civil Air Patrol. On Behalf of the American Legion , the Monroe County Fairboard, 2-150th Field Artillery Family Readiness Group, Am Vets , VFW and the Bloomington Civil Air Patrol, welcome to Operation Military Appreciation Day (OMAD). Together, representatives of veteran/military groups such as The American Legion, AM VETS, VFW, Civil Air Patrol, 2nd Battalion 150th Field Artillery HHSB Family Readiness Group have created a special event for the Military (Home front, Veterans and currently serving). This event is titled Operation Military Appreciation Day (OMAD). Operation Military Appreciation Day (OMAD) is a day to honor, celebrate, and recognize our Military and Veterans and their families for their service. This day will include ceremonies, awards, children’s activities , a carnival, and a walk. The Warriors Walk is a way to take steps toward a deeper awareness of our Military and to march together as a community in support of their work. The purpose of this event is to not only honor our Military, but, also, to bring the Military’s contributions to the forefront so the community is aware of their honor, dedication and sacrifice.