I am the Unknown Soldier
And I did not die in vain,
If I were alive and my Country called,
I’d do it all over again.
~Beverly
HAYS Cleaning 708-598-3819
Category Archives: Helping Our Heroes
Our Heroes Rock!
Brave: One who shows courage.
Hero: One with great courage and strength.
Veterans: Brave, courageous and strong.
February 16, 1973. On this day, my husband, Art James, put his feet back on American soil after serving our Nation in the U.S. Army.
I did not know Art then, but I do appreciate the sacrifice he made so long ago. Art is my husband, my friend, my partner. He is also my hero.
Art (far right), with his son and grandson.
It matters to me just to let you know. Let us each celebrate this anniversary, perhaps welcome him home in your own way.
While you help me celebrate this day, keep in mind the many other service men and women who continue to serve our country today.
Here at HAYS Cleaning, we celebrate and honor the many men and women who have given service to our country by providing complimentary cleaning services during the Memorial Day and Veterans Day holidays.
There are so many ways to show appreciation:
- Tie a yellow ribbon on a tree.
- Share a photo with us.
- Thank a Veteran and his or her family.
- Pledge Allegiance to the Flag of this great United States of America.
- Believe in One Nation Under God.
- Help one another.
- Offer a quick prayer for those who were brave enough to protect the Land of the Free.
I remember every day to acknowledge them all; to all who have served, I say a prayer for you every day. Tell us about your brave heroes. How do you celebrate our veterans and active servicemen and servicewomen?
~Mary James
President, HAYS Cleaning, Inc.
Military Valentines
For all those who have served and are serving:
We want to wish you a Happy Valentines Day.
May you and your loved ones be blessed.
~ Beverly
Greeting from the Troops
These guys are sending a Merry Christmas to you from overseas.
Let’s not forget them while we celebrate with our family and friends.
Send them your prayers, love, and gratitude.
Merry Christmas from Beverly
Military Xmas Tree
Bow your head and pray with our troops on this snowy Christmas.
Remember those far and near, thank you for all you have given.
May you stay safe durring this holiday season.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
~Beverly
Frosty’s Team
Here comes the snow; it is a time for fun in the snow, celebrating, and family.
Remember not everyone can be home for Christmas and not everyone has a family.
Let’s remember the troops in our prayers and while you are at it thank a veteran.
Merry Christmas from Beverly
Wreathes for the Fallen
All across America we remember our fallen heroes by placing wreaths on their graves.
This year we were short a few, not all were given a wreath.
Let’s remember all our heroes this season.
Merry Christmas!
~Beverly
We’re Sorry!
We admit it, we goofed!
With the launch of the “Above & Beyond Award,” it was our intention to honor a local veteran with 15 hours of free housecleaning.
When the program was planned, we thought it was a great idea to have Veterans nominate a local Veteran to receive this award. After a short time, we realized that we had unwittingly limited the participation for this project and we opened up the nominating process to anyone who wished to recognize a needful Veteran.
Even though we made that change, it was a little bit too late and we ended up receiving no nominations. Not one at all.
We realize now that this was an error on our part. We will try this program again some time in the new year. In the meantime, thank you to all of our friends, family and fans who shared this information with others.
Sincerely,
Art and Mary James
Owners, HAYS Cleaning, Inc.
HAYS Gives Thanks in Hickory Hills
On Tuesday, November 12, 2013, the City of Hickory Hills held the “Annual Free Turkey Dinner: for all residents. The event was held at the Hickory Hills Community Center, located at 7800 W. 89th Place, in Hickory Hills.
HAYS Cleaning donated cupcakes for all of the residents to enjoy. It was our way of wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!
Jim Kruse, from AdoptaPlatoon, was also on hand to collect postage donations to help send care packages to the troops. (HAYS Cleaning partners with Jim, and the St. Patricia Holy Name Society, to help send care package items to the troops. This season, HAYS is collecting Slim Jim items for the troops. Read more about that here.)
Veterans: Above & Beyond Award
HAYS Cleaning is looking for local Veterans who have gone “Above & Beyond” in their lives to help others. We would like area citizens to sponsor another Veteran who may be needful of 15 hours of free cleaning services.
To nominate a fellow Veteran, please submit the following by
December 2, 2013:
- Veteran Name
- Branch of Service, Rank & years served
- Medals, awards during service
- Explain in 250-500 words why this Veteran is deserving of this award. What have they done that is “Above & Beyond” in their life that you can share with us? How have they been an example in their lives – both in and since the service? Have they been active in any community or volunteer organizations? Are they
- facing health challenges or financial hardhips?
- Nominations may be emailed to mary@hayscleaning.com or mailed to HAYS Cleaning at 9428 S. 78th Ct., Unit #3, Hickory Hills, IL 60457
Winner will be announced by December 4, 2013; service to be provided by
December 31, 2013. Both the person nominating the Veteran and the Veteran must
be available for photos. Winner must allow before and after photos of residence cleaned. Photos and submission information will be used on HAYS Cleaning and
Helping Our Heroes websites, as well as other social media websites.