[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 131 (Tuesday, October 8, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1786]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     TRIBUTE TO RONALD McDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF CENTRAL NEW YORK

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                          HON. JAMES T. WALSH

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 8, 2002

  Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in celebration of the 20th 
anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central New York. 
I am proud to say this ``home-away-from home'' located in the heart of 
my district, has opened its doors to thousands of families who have 
found themselves in need of medical care.
  When a child is ill, parents and family members should have the 
ability to focus on the task-at-hand, returning the child to full 
health. The Ronald McDonald House provides a strong support system, 
affording families a safe haven and a meal on the table while they are 
working through difficult times.
  I commend the Central New York chapter of the Ronald McDonald House 
as they celebrate 20 years of unconditional love and assistance. The 
work that you do will have a lasting effect on the children from our 
country and throughout the world. The lives that you touch will 
hopefully inspire others to follow your lead in assisting those who are 
working through difficult situations. The cycle of support that you 
have developed, will definitely live on forever.
  Thank you, and congratulations.

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