Joe Bonsall of the Oak Ridge Boys published a heart warming and inspiring book about his parents World War 11 experiences in: G.I. Joe & Lillie – Remembering a Life of Love and Loyalty.
The 1944 D-Day landings preserved freedom all over the world and affected countless individual lives including G.I. Joe and his wife, Lillie. In that difficult era, it was sacrifice that preserved cherished freedoms, and loyalty kept families united and strong. Lillie’s steadfast faith and heartfelt devotion is a lesson for our generation.
The story of G.I. Joe and Lillie helps us all remember that true love never, ever dies. This very real account of patriotism, bravery abroad and at home, and most of all, deep commitment, sets in a gold frame the very essence of America.
Recently G.I. Joe and Lillie’s story made its way into Cracker Barrel Stores and the unexpected happened. One copy purchased and read the same night was given to a business client the next day. The recipient of the book, Vivian Avalon, ended up being a personal friend of Lillie Bonsall and served alongside her as a member of WAC (Women Army Corps.) during World War II. She had pictures of herself and Lillie during the time they served together and had made copies to share with Joe along with many special stories, including a personal visit to Lillie’s home in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Get the full story on the new connection of old friends here.
I can’t think of a better book for our Free Book Friday celebration. Enter to win your own digital copy of G.I. Joe and Lillie today. We are giving away 5 copies to randomly chosen comments to this amazing book and new story. Leave a comment below letting us know you shared something about the G.I. Joe and Lillie story that inspires you to want to read it with your online friends.
And if you are still looking for a great gift for that special Mom in your life, pick up a hardcover copy at Cracker Barrell before Sunday. (Of course it’s available at your favorite online retailer as well.)
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