This WWII veteran wants 100 birthday cards for his 100th birthday

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Texas resident James South is about to hit a big milestone in his life and he's hoping others can help him celebrate by mailing him a birthday card

South turns 100 on October 7 and his birthday wish is to receive 100 cards. It's a wish his assisted living home is trying to make come true.Brookdale Senior Living in Watauga, Texas, a suburb of Fort Worth, posted an image of South with a sign on Facebook on Friday."Hello! My name is James South and I am a proud World War II Veteran! I will be turning 100 on October 7th, 2019 and I would like to receive 100 birthday cards," the sign reads.

Watauga, TX 76148South plans on hanging the cards on a wall in his room and Jim said they have already contacted the local post office about a possible increase in mail.

 

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Happy birthday. 🎂🎂🎂

Happy birthday.

Wonderful story and a card on the way from me

2 out of 4 of your posts this year that aren’t absolute shit. I can’t wait for the next one.

Happy 100th Birthday, and Thank You for your service!! 3

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Let’s make sure he gets 100,000 birthday cards. His address is in the article.

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