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Afterhours Customs host bike raffle benefiting Eglin Fisher House

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Tickets now available for a chance to win “REDEMPTION”, a custom 2003 Harley Davidson Anniversary Fatboy, transformed by AfterHours Customs into this softail into a Dirty Bird Concepts dirtytail! They spared no expense to give you the opportunity to own a full custom Harley while helping an outstanding organization! Drawing will be October 2019 during our Helping Heroes Gala at the Henderson Beach Resort. Tickets available at Afterhours customs, located at 203 Truman st, Fort Walton beach FL 32547
8503742129 | Afterhourscustomsfwb@gmail.com | For raffle rules contact Afterhours Customs.
More about AfterHours Customs here.

Meet the Team – John Stephens

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John Stephens is a Fisher House Assistant Manager, and started in his position in 2018. His favorite part of the job is assisting military families in their time of need.

John is happily married to Christy. They have six children, and one grandchild. He enjoys camping, reading, and spending time with his family. His biggest hobbies are watching sports and traveling.

John retired after serving in the US Air Force for over 21 years as a Health Services Manager. His last role as an active duty member was filling in as manager at the Eglin Fisher House, which is where his passion for the job came from.

Carolyn Espinoza, Community Ambassador continues to make a difference

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From Mia Hughes, Executive Director:  “Tony and I are so blessed to call many of our nations defenders family….we attended the celebration last Friday of a 26 year career serving our country, the Espinoza team, Colonel Ed Espinoza, his wife Carolyn and their awesome son. Carolyn Ellis Espinoza is a community ambassador with our Fisher House, giving countless hours to our mission on Eglin and in the community, for many years now. She always answers the call and always says yes. What a dynamic and awesome family and it was touching to be in the audience Friday, feeling the love that pours over this family. So glad they will be joining us in the community as Ed embarks on his next great adventure.”

Veale family donates culinary talent to Fisher House on Eglin

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From Rich Veale, February 10, 2019

“As many of you know, I am finishing up my Externship for my certification as a Chef. Over the past 4 weeks, I have put in over 115 hours in. I split time between Lolo’s Cakes & Sweets and the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast. Last week as we made the first of 2 trips to the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, I asked one of the residents what he’d like us to fix. He explained that his wife had some digestive issues and asked if I could make something on the softer side so she could eat. She had only eaten yogurt and protein shakes over the past few days. Upon his request, meatloaf, mashed potatoes, baby carrots with an agave glaze. He was surprised when we brought it in. He thanked me and I had to leave for another appointment. Yesterday when I got to Lolo’s Cakes & Sweets, Priscilla handed me a card. It was from the couple that was at the Fisher House. They both thanked me for volunteering as a Chef at the Fisher House and went on to say that the food was great and the carrots were, “to die for”. Knowing that God has given me the power to make a positive impact on someone’s life is a blessing. Volunteer where your heart takes you. To the staff and administration of the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, thank you for giving me this opportunity to share time with your residents. To my wife, Priscilla, thank you for encouraging me. To all 4 of my boys, thank you for your support, I couldn’t have done it without you.”

Warrant Officer Senior Staff Education donates $540

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Eddie, and the WOSSE 19–002 raised $540 as part of their class and donated to our Fisher House at Eglin AFB.  Eddie advocated to donate locally and met Jim Fisher, our board member on Saturday to make the presentation.  We are grateful for the many who support while serving too!  What a great photo of our nation’s defenders.  Jim and Eddie are shown below all smiles for their affection for our mission.

 

 

Cookies and Kindness February 2019

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Cookies and kindness happens the first Wednesday of each month = today’s dose of YUM. Appreciate our Phantom cookie baker who dropped these iced blue sugar cookies off and Sweet Choice Bakery LLC for the cupcakes!

Pay it forward with Night Lights!

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You know how something can give you a goosebump(s) on your arm and cause you to stop and think? We picked up the mail yesterday and received a package from a previous guest. They paid it forward, blessing our home and future families with a generous monetary donation AND a box of night lights. I love how this circle of life keeps going. #keepingfamiliestogether today’s goal, bless someone randomly. #itwillblessyoutoo

Meet the Team – Don Peckham

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Donnie Peckham is a Fisher House Assistant Manager and has been in his position since the Eglin Fisher House opened in 2010. His favorite part about his position is being able to joke with the guests and get their minds off of what they’re going through.

Donnie is married to his high school sweetheart, Jennifer, who he met while growing up in Robertsdale, AL. They are both avid Alabama Crimson Tide fans, churchgoers, and have six adult children.

Donnie retired after serving in the US Air Force for 26 years in security forces and communications capacities. His passion for the Fisher House began when he stayed at one in Landstuhl, Germany.