Airmen, key spouses make Valentine's Day special for veterans

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Tammie Moore
  • 4th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
SEYMOUR JOHNSON AIR FORCE BASE, N.C. --  Airmen and 4th Fighter Wing key spouses spent Valentine's Day socializing with retired veterans, their spouses and members of local retirement communities Feb. 14.

Representatives from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base visited The Pines, The Sterling House and Goldsboro Assisted Living Center to deliver Valentines cards made by children at the installation's child development and youth centers.

This is the first time U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Alexis Allen participated in a Valentines For Vets visit. She wanted to be a part of this event because she had grandparents who lived in an assisted living community and because she wanted a chance to interact with military retirees.

"I'm drawn to the elderly," said Allen, 4th Comptroller Squadron budget and analysis technician. "This is a great opportunity to give back to the community. It is also a great way to see where the military came from and discuss where it is going. I enjoyed hearing what the vets did during their service. It was fascinating to hear about the changes that have occurred in the military."