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Each Fall, Lubbock Senior Link Magazine dedicates an issue to honoring the Veterans from
in our community, and it remains one of the most meaningful projects we do all year.
Since 2014, we have had the privilege of recording and sharing the stories of more
than 375 local Veterans, and with each issue, I am reminded again of the depth of the
sacrifice, service, and strength represented in our community.
This year’s issue is especially meaningful, as it came together around several themes publisher
that each held personal significance. First, Larry Williams and I had both recently read
The Women by Kristin Hannah that offered a powerful glimpse into what women
experienced during the Vietnam War. It impacted us and strengthened our desire to
seek out and honor as many women Veterans as possible—simply to say
thank you.
Second, this issue became deeply personal for me when my family helped
move my in-laws from Scottsdale, AZ to Lubbock so my husband could
care for my father-in-law in his final days. Because he was a Veteran,
we began asking him questions around the dinner table, hoping one of
my daughters would be able to write his story for this issue. He was a
decorated Navy pilot who also flew with the Blue Angels. One quote that
stirred all of us was, “I flew in boys and flew out men.” Sadly, Bill Agee
passed away in April before we could hear more of his stories, but his
memory remains very close to my heart.
Third, as we celebrate America’s 250 Birthday, we wanted to include
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the Quilts of Valor in this year’s presentation. Quilts carry such a
beautiful sense of comfort, care, resilience, and creativity, and they are
a meaningful way to honor those who have served. We are grateful to
the Hub City Freedom Quilters for being part of this special issue and for
sharing their work with us.
I also want to extend sincere thanks to our event sponsors, including
Military Veteran Network, Market Street, Hospice of Lubbock, and Excela Care Hospice, for their continued support and
generosity. We are also grateful to St. Luke's Church for generously providing the venue for our event.
I always want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our advertisers. Like many small publications, we depend on advertising
support to continue sharing stories and producing this magazine. This has been a challenging issue for ad sales, and I
remain deeply appreciative of every business and organization that chooses to invest in this publication and in the stories
of our community. Your support really does make this magazine possible.
To our readers—thank you for your encouragement, your kind words, and your continued support. The appreciation we
receive from you means more than I can say. It is a reminder that these stories matter, that they are being read, and that
they are making a difference.
We hope you enjoy this issue. After reading the stories, we hope that you have an even stronger appreciation of our
Veterans, that you are able to share that appreciation with them, and that you continue to help educate our children
and grandchildren about the sacrifices required to ensure the freedoms we enjoy.
Erin Ag

The Mission of Senior Link

Our mission is to tell the stories of local seniors, not only to honor them,
but also to inspire and challenge younger generations. We endeavor to link
seniors with the resources they need to ensure quality of life. We believe in
the strength of the chain, in linking with one another, and in linking all of
us to information which can enhance our lives. We recognize the value of
every season of life and the uniqueness of every story.
Senior Link’s mission rests in the power of connection.