1. You are invited to attend The 2 nd annual hope rides alone Family reunion Saturday, September 19, 2009 Join us for a celebration and Commemoration the life of sergeant Eddie Jeffers (march 8, 1984 – September 19, 2007)

2. we will be gathering at the Fort walton beach, fl holiday inn sunspree resort this is where the hope rides alone family in June 2007 so graciously and generously provided an all expenses paid vacation for Eddie and his wife Stephanie’s 2 nd anniversary

3. Discounts on rooms provided Just make your reservation as part of the hope rides alone banquet (Room rates begin at $110, $125 for beachside, $145 for suites)

4. Schedule of events During the day enjoy the gulf of Mexico and the white sandy beaches

5. play a round of golf on the many fine area courses great shopping in fort walton beach and Destin

6. evening events (all events alcohol-free) 4:30 – 5:45 – Meet Buzz Patterson (invitation only) Scheduled speakers Keynote speaker Buzz patterson Special guest of the Jeffers family Congressman Jeff Miller The New Media Journal’s Frank salvato Nancy Salvato Lance Fairchok j.b. williams Fisher house of the Emerald Coast Board member Ken Walsh of the Wake up call wftw 1260 am Dave Jeffers Proprietor of salt and light blog and Eddie’s fathersalt and light blog

7. 6:00 – 6:50 Ice breaker hor devours provided 7:00 – 9:00 Banquet Master of ceremonies Greg Allen of the right balance

8. Elegant Dinner buffet Includes dessert & beverage Chicken Cordon Bleu Sliced beef au jus Garlic mashed potatoes Rice pilaf Mixed vegetables Caesar salad House salad $45.00

9. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Fisher House of the emerald coast

10. Don’t miss this great event Help us celebrate the life of a true American hero, beloved husband, son, brother, and friend Please email Dave jeffers for dinner ticketsDave jeffers Only 80 seats available 5 corporate tables available (8 seats per table) Rsvp no later than September 1, 2009 Contact sunspree resort for room reservations Mention that you are attending Hope Rides Alone Family Reunion