In preparation for the Team National Cruise with the president, MaryLou Loehr and the employees of the corporate office have been hard at work decorating the office for the holidays. This has put those of us at the corporate office in the Holiday spirit early.

With garland and ornaments strewn about, it is hard not to be excited by the feelings of the season. We have begun thinking of shopping and presents, family and food. And while we look forward to the good times ahead of us, it is important also to remember those that are unable to be with their families through the holiday season, first and foremost our troops serving overseas.

Keep those that are protecting our country and their families in your thoughts often and especially in the upcoming holiday season.