Something Special

First, the video:  I’d apologize for its length, but when ya get a chance to be part of something special, ya don’t want to cut it up in editing.  Trust me, it could have been much longer:-).  This was our first military ball and may not mean much to those who have been to many of them, but for us it was realizing we’re not just 2 more people in Germany.  We’re part of something sacred and honored by millions.  I was, again, proud of my wife for what she has chosen to do.

For some it may bring back memories of your days in service and for others, a glimpse into the military life.

No matter what you’re job it, you know what it’s like when a bunch of “big wigs” come around.  Well, we were surrounded by Generals, Colonels, Sergeant Majors and such.  They weren’t MY bosses, but I was nervous right along with em.  Sit back, remember those who serve our country and enjoy!


Our First Military Ball from Toby Keathley on Vimeo.

Now then, I make this part of Make A Difference (MAD) Monday for a reason.  I’ve done this topic on several Mondays, but I don’t think you can give too much support.  So today, to make a difference, find out what you can do for our soldiers serving in this war.  Go to your local National Guard and ask them, search online for ways to give or send care packages.  You may be the only person some soldier, feeling extremely lonely and scared, in Iraq, has to feel a sense of home.  You know what to do.

Go!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/apostlethatroks apostlethatroks

    That was awesome, Ria! Thanks for sharing. I especially loved the tribute to the Unknown Soldier. I'm not ashamed to tell you that it made me cry. However, I would have needed to squeeze into a pair of Depends undergarments under my gown to be confident enough to sit next to the gentlemen at your table with all of the stripes on the forearms. SIR, YES SIR!

    • http://intensedebate.com/people/PastorTsWife PastorTsWife

      All those bars represent how many years he's been in the service. He's not scary at all unless he needs to be then watch out :) He's actually very nice and an awesome NCOIC(boss)

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/hawkeyesnooky hawkeyesnooky

    that was pretty cool …

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Pastor_T Pastor_T

    LOL…No, it wasn't our table that brought the nerves….they're all people she works with every day, but the table across the room with all of the commanders was a lil intimidating :-) .

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/JustinHart Justin Hart

    Awesome, I've never been to a military ceremony, thanks for giving us an inside seat! I am put back in my place when I think about the sacrifices that military men and women make along with their families. Thank you to everybody out there has served or who has had family members who have served. Thanks for sharing Toby and Ria!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Pastor_T Pastor_T

    Yep, puts me in my place too!!
    Thanks for stoppin by!

  • your other mom

    Thanks kids, I never got to attend anything like that it was TOTALLY AWESOME. You kids looked really great. I'm glad you're having a good time there. MISS YOU MUCH

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/Pastor_T Pastor_T

    When ya comin to visit?