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Life teaches us many lessons, and sometimes we even pay attention to them. One such lesson I have learned is that while it may take a while to make the right decision, it’s never too late to do it.

I say this because in my case it took me “only” 41 years to decide to join the Edmonds American Legion Post 66 in 2017, after separating from the Air Force way back in 1976. I joined the post two years ago, and I am glad that I did.

My path to the American Legion started when I was working on my 50th high school reunion. Marilyn, a fellow committee member, shared a story with me about her...