Episode 55: Chris Hamm HHAUSA Mission 19 and 20 Updates
If we allow it to, life will pass us by if we don't intentionally take a moment now and then to slow down, reflect and celebrate our victories, both big and small. Personally, I'm guilty at times of focusing on bottom lines, followers and dollars and cents, momentarily distracting me from our core mission: to change lives of Veterans and First Responders through the sport of archery.
Logan Chartrand joins me again this week to chat about our last two events and the impact felt by those in attendance. Without giving too much away, we were able to be a part of Aaron Ritter's E3G Amputee Grant presentation from Limb-Itless Outdoors outside of Appleton in early July. First year recipient Andrew Macek was left speechless when he was given a truckload of gear to help successfully launch him into the sport that brings us all together. Aaron did not disappoint in delivering a heartfelt message to the crowd of how much the journey has meant to him and we look forward to coming alongside him once again in 2023 as he continues to touch lives through his passion of the outdoors.
It was also great to finally shake hands and break bread with Veteran, longtime HHA supporter (and new Instagram influencer) Jeff Litteral. Getting to spend three days with Jeff, share the course and hear about his heart and willingness to step up has us hopeful for a trip out east to his home turf for an HHAUSA event in 2023.
My very close friend Al Quackenbush also joined us from Southern California at Mission 20. It was Al who first introduced me and the HHAUSA family to Aaron. It was our first time all being together and made for an amazing weekend, the only downside being that it went by way too quickly. I can speak on behalf of all of us though in saying that it was one that will not soon be forgotten and helped us both individually and collectively define our purpose. Even though Al nor myself have never served our country, a special bond has formed between the four of us and I am so thankful for the connection that we share.
As we head into our last two shoots of 2022, the future is looking very bright for HHAUSA and I am excited to unveil our plans for 2023 in the coming months. None of this would be possible without the Aarons, the Als, the Jeffs, the Andrews and countless others that have come into my life and who support this cause. Thank you all for your selflessness and stepping up to serve those who allow us to do what we do.
For more information about HHAUSA, learn how you can support our mission, or attend an event, visit www.hhausa.org
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