Gary's Retirment

My brother in law Gary retired from the Marine Corps with 26 years service.

We were honored to be able to attend his retirement ceremony last weekend in San Diego.

It was amazing and awe inspiring, I don't think there was a dry eye in the crowd.

It was really moving to see how they honored his family. Liz (my sister) was escorted up and given an award. She and his two beautiful girls were all presented with a bouquet of flowers.

Gary was presented with a flag flown over the location of his choice.

He was able to choose the Officer that officially retired him, He choose his brother. (that's Matt with his back to the camera) His brother flew in from Okinawa Japan where he is currently stationed. A truly moving thing to see two brothers standing at attention facing each other for the last time in uniform.

Gary we are so proud of you!!! We are thankful for your many years of service to this country.

Thank you for letting us meet your wonderful family and share in your day.

Luke and Kolby were so good during the whole ceremony. And if you know them at all you know its a near impossibility for them to sit still for more then five minute. Luke was enthralled and Kolby clapped along to the music the whole time. You know something is inspiring if it holds the attention of a three and five year old.

More pics to come because come on we were in San Diego after all :)