Cutline: My sister-in-law discovered an unwelcomed surprise that ruined her outing to North Idaho College Beach on Lake Coeur d'Alene. See Item No. 2 (on continued part).

Johnny came marching home this month to a night out on the town and his neighbors’ deep appreciation. Huckleberries won’t embarrass Johnny by identifying him here – other than to say he’s a CDA fella who returned briefly from Iraq to in February to attend the birth of his son. This time, Johnny had 10 days off. So, his folks came up from Boise. And a few neighbors stopped by, including two military retirees who obtained 100 signatures on a card thanking Johnny for his service to country. Oh yeah, they also took a collection to give Mr. and Mrs. Johnny a night out. Another neighbor baby-sat the two kids. Said onlooker Ryan Hill: It was a very heartwarming and sincere gesture and it really brought home to me what it truly means to "support our troops.” Bingo.

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