[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 174 (Friday, December 14, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2306]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE GIRL SCOUTS OF HENDERSONVILLE, TENNESSEE

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 13, 2001

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the young ladies of 
Girl Scout Troop #2765 in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Like so many 
Americans, they were taken aback by the tragic events of September 11, 
2001, and proved, once again, that heroes come in all sizes.
  In the wake of the attacks on the World Trade Center and the 
Pentagon, people all over America shared their food, shelter and 
prayers with those directly affected by the tragic events of September 
11. The Girl Scouts from Troop #2765, saddened as so many of us were at 
the realization that hundreds of young children lost a parent in the 
attacks, took it upon themselves to launch ``Operation Cuddles.''
  With the help of several local organizations in Tennessee, these 
fourth-graders were able to collect over 500 stuffed animals and 
deliver them in person to children in need at a ceremony at the State 
House in New Jersey.
  The young ladies' kindness and commitment in the aftermath of such a 
tragedy exemplifies the spirit and tenacity of America. The compassion 
shown to our fellow man during this atrocity has revealed many heroes 
among us, not the least of which are the ladies of Troop #2765.
  I wish to thank these brave young women for their tremendous 
contribution to the recovery efforts, and for helping us all gain some 
perspective in a time of national tragedy.

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