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Commotion in the Pews

Thoughts and tirades that don't fit into any of my books. A collection of items of limited interest to anyone.

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The Watering Hole.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 27, 2019 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 16, 2019

The new one tried to look around the shabby American Legion post, squinting tightly after coming in from the brightness outside. Once his eyes adjusted to the gloom, he was able to spot a few souls scattered at tables around … Continue reading →

Posted in memorial day, military, Uncategorized | Tagged air reconnaissance crews, American Legion, cold war, george patton, joseph courtemanche, korea, Vietnam

That Chair Is Taken.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 20, 2015 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 19, 2015

“I always enjoy being out here in the sunlight. Not that I really want to spend that much time here, but it is kind of interesting to see who shows up today.” “I love the women. My wife quit coming … Continue reading →

Posted in flash fiction, Love, military, short story, Sincere Stuff, Uncategorized, veterans | Tagged American Legion, bugle call, callan courtemanche, commotion in the pews, courage, Craig Rudolph, honor, joseph courtemanche, loss, memorial day, memorial service, patrick price, peter craig, Ranger 12, resurrection cemetery, rifle volley, sacrifice, sadness, taps

The Scandal At The Department of Veterans Affairs Is A Disgrace.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on May 19, 2014 by Joseph CourtemancheMay 19, 2014

Next Monday is Memorial Day. A day to honor those that gave their lives in service to our nation. Today I’m going to address the issue of the VA scandal – where men and women are losing their lives due … Continue reading →

Posted in government, leadership, migraine, Uncategorized | Tagged American Legion, barack obama, cabinet level, commotion in the pews, disgrace, john shinseki, joseph courtemanche, leadership, loyalty, obamacare, paralyzed veterans of america, veterans, veterans affairs, veterans of foreign wars, vfw, web site, wounded warrior project

Facebook Saves Veterans Lives.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on November 11, 2013 by JoeNovember 11, 2013

I know that’s a ridiculous statement on its surface. But take a moment to read this post about veterans on Facebook and then I think you’ll see what I’m talking about. While I’m at it, Happy Veteran’s Day to all … Continue reading →

Posted in military, popular culture, Sincere Stuff | Tagged American Legion, combat, counseling, cryptologic, distress, facebook, intelligence collection, joseph courtemanche commotion in the pews, peer support, post traumatic stress, suicide, va, vfw

1 year since the crash in Afghanistan claimed some of the best.

Commotion in the Pews Posted on August 6, 2012 by JoeJune 10, 2019

This is a re-post of an item I put up in January of 2012. It is the one year anniversary of the loss to our nation of some of the finest men we’ll ever know. Say a prayer for those still serving … Continue reading →

Posted in military, Sincere Stuff | Tagged afghanistan, American Legion, B.U.D.S., cathedral, CH-47, Chisago, Christmas, commotion in the pews, crackerjacks, Craig Rudolph, CTI, Funeral, Helicopter, joseph courtemanche, minnesota, Nicholas Spehar, Nimitz, Pat Price, Patriot Guard, Ranger 12, S.E.A.L., Saint Paul, Special Warfare, State Funeral, USS Wainright

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