OT: Got good and bad news

[Clark7781]

Originally Posted by T205 GB

The good news first. About 2 months ago my oldest daughter was asked to write a paper on what her country meant to her as part of a trip this summer to DC. Yesterday she came through the door and told us that because of her paper she was selected to be part of the wreath hanging ceremony at Arlington Cemetery with the Changing of the Guard. Being prior military myself, and from a long line of service men and women, the pride swelled till I felt like my chest was going to explode. What a proud and honorable thing to get to do.

The bad news is my gf and I will not be able to attend the Nationals this yr as we had planned. This would have been her first National. I have arranged a surprise trip to DC for her so we can go watch it in person instead of a recorded video. I am still going to try but the finances may not work out.

I just wanted to share my proud moment with the 54 family.

Not bad news at all. There will be other Nationals...but this may very well be a once in a lifetime event. Having seen this ceremony many times, it never fails to fill me with utter pride to be an American and remember what my forefathers did to give me the life I have now.

[EvilKing00]

thats great news man! You must be so proud!

[AndyG09]

Congrats Andrew. No worries on the National. There will always be more of those.

Best,

Andy

[autograf]

This will be my 24th in a row but I would start a new streak next year if I was presented with the same opportunity. Great choice and congrats!

[Jantz]

Andrew

Congrats on your daughter's achievement!

Sorry to hear that you can't make the National.

Even though you will be in DC, you can still butt-dial me at 3 am in the morning like you did 2 years ago at the last Chicago National!


Jantz

[ethicsprof]

I know that you are a mighty proud dad.
I'm glad to hear of this great honor.
The li'l one certainly deserves every accolade.
She has gone through so much for her years and continues to do so well.
all the best,
barry

[T205 GB]

Originally Posted by ethicsprof

I know that you are a mighty proud dad.
I'm glad to hear of this great honor.
The li'l one certainly deserves every accolade.
She has gone through so much for her years and continues to do so well.
all the best,
barry

Barry I actually have 3 daughters. 14, 7, and 5. The oldest is doing the wreath.

My youngest Kadence has leukemia and I am glad to report she is doing great. A few downs lately with colds and stuff but still doing well. She's a trooper and is making a strong recovery.

[tedzan]

Just had a chance to read of your oldest Daughter's good news. Great news !

Also, good to hear that Kadence is doing well.

And, has Melody arrived at the 1/2 way mark on her T206 collection ?


GOD BLESS you and your Family.

TED Z