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On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress took a break from writing the Articles of Confederation and passed a resolution stating that the flag of the United States be 13 stripes, alternate red and white, and that the union be 13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation. Over 100 years later, in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson marked the anniversary of that decree by officially establishing June 14 as Flag Day. Insured by NCUA ... #MVFCUway #mvfcu #flagday #hawaii #waipahu #leewardcc #leewardcommunitycollege

On behalf of your MVFCU family, we wish you a Happy Mothers Day! Insured by NCUA #MVFCUway #mothersday

Today MVFCU honors the contributions and sacrifices made by military spouses! From all of us at MVFCU .... WE SAY THANKS! Insured by NCUA... #MVFCUway #mvfcu #hawaii #waipahu #leewardcc #94Block #leewardcommunitycollege

Join us as we spend a few minute with Brandon and Don Patterson and their experience with MVFCU. Please share your MVFCU experience in the comments! Insured by NCUA... #MVFCUway See more

Salmon Gumbo By Rebecca DeBusk Ingredients: 1 medium green pepper, chopped 3/4 c. finely chopped onion... 1 T butter 1 bottle (240z.) prepared Bloody Mary Mix I can (150z.) tomato sauce with tomato pieces 1 T instant chicken bouillon 2 T parsley flakes 1 pkg (IOoz.) frozen cut okra 1 can (12.50z.) salmon I use fresh leftovers not the canned stuff! 4 c cooked rice Directions: In a large saucepan, cook green pepper & onion in butter 5 minutes or until tender. Add Bloody Mary mix, tomato sauce, bouillon and parsley, Bring to a boil. Stir in okra. Bring to a second boil. Fold in salmon. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. To serve, place rice in center of soup bowl, spoon gumbo over rice. (Great with hot sauce). Makes 8 1-cup servings, less than 160 calories per serving Insured by NCUA #MVFCUway #mvfcu #hawaii #waipahu #leewardcc #leewardcommunitycollege

International Nurses Day Thank you for your determination, your hard work and your care. YOU ARE OUR HEROES! Insured by NCUA... #MVFCUway

Clean Your Room Day - an unofficial holiday that is bound to be any parent's or roommate's favorite holiday and perhaps every child's, teenager's and lazy person's nightmare. Insured by NCUA #MVFCUway #mvfcu #hawaii #waipahu #leewardcc #leewardcommunitycollege

A simple quote to get you thinking on a Tuesday morning. Insured by the NCUA #MVFCUway #mvfcu #hawaii #waipahu #leewardcc #leewardcommunitycollege

As a new homeowner, you likely have a long list of items you need or want to purchase for your new digs. From welcome mats to plungers and wall hangings, there’s lots to buy in the first weeks after moving day. As you browse through window treatments and home decor, don’t forget to stock up on the basic tools every new homeowner needs. A well-stocked toolbox is essential for every homeowner, but choosing which tools to pack inside that kit can be confusing. What do you really... need, and what’s just an extra? Can you get by with only one screwdriver, or do you have to spring for the whole set? So many questions and we’ve got answers! We’ve compiled a guide to stocking a homeowner’s toolbox at every skill level. Happy fixing! Basic tools If you’ve never pretended to be a handyman, but you’d like to have basic tools in the house in case something needs minor repair, here’s what belongs in your toolbox: Claw hammer. From hanging up pictures to securing loose railings, a hammer is your go-to tool for most basic jobs around the house. Consider also getting a lightweight pin hammer for smaller jobs. Screwdriver set. It’s worthwhile to invest in a set of screwdrivers so you have various sized flat-heads and Phillips-heads handy for any kind of job. You can pick up a set of 10 screwdrivers at your local home improvement or hardware store, or order one from Amazon. Pliers set. Here too, a set of different sizes and types is your best bet. Look for pliers with a good grip and that are sized well for your hands. Adjustable wrench. A wrench will enable you to tighten or loosen virtually anything. Allen wrench set. A universal allen wrench set will set you back just $10. You’ll use these wrenches anytime you order a piece of furniture that requires assembly. Handsaw. A handsaw is great for trimming lumber and cutting through drywall, fiberglass and other thin materials. Extension cord. Every house should have, at minimum, one indoor extension cord and another outdoor cord for jobs requiring electric tools. Utility knife. Use this handy cutter to open boxes, hard plastic packages, shave wood and more. Tape measure. A retractable 25-foot tape measure will come in handy when you need to measure space for new furniture or decor items. You may want to get a pocket-sized tape measure as well so you can bring it with you when you measure items at a store. Hardware. Keep a generous selection of screws and nails on hand in case you need one in a hurry. Level. A simple floating-bubble model will help keep your wall pictures and shelving straight. Flashlight. It’s always a good idea to have a source of battery-powered light in case of an outage. Also consider a rechargeable flashlight that can be recharged by hand so you are never without a source of light. Insured by NCUA #MVFCUway #mvfcu #hawaii #waipahu #leewardcc #leewardcommunitycollege