11-11-08

Heather and Justin worked hard to make it all come together.  They hosted a shower for someone in Heather's office.  Besides preparing yummy food, the house looked wonderful.  Heather did a fabulous job sewing the curtains (on a shoestring) and getting other parts of the interiordecorating in place.   It is amazing what they have done with their new home.

 Veterans Day Concert with M&S's kids.  

We arrived early and got on the 6th row.  What a treat.  the kids could see everything.  Nathan loved and drums.  Andee was so positive about it all and Becca did a great job keeping tuned into all the events.

Because the concert was conducted by the "new" member of the University, everything was absolutely perfect. My, my, he will be a real asset to the community. We so enjoyed every part of the Concert Events.

It was such a great teaching experience for the kids, and I loved explaining so many wonderful things about our Veterans and what they have done and still do to preserve our freedom. The kids were amazed during the performance of the song "Salute to the Armed Forces".  They just couldn't get over how many people stood from each devision of the military as their song was sung.  

The kids were moved by seeing the two very old Veterans that were honored from the World War II.  It was so heart wrenching when one of them broke down and cried as the soloist sang "Last Full Measure of Devotion" describing how some didn't come home.

To finish up a memorable evening together, we dashed to the famous "Ice Cream" store and enjoyed our traditional treat together.  What can I say other than... Grand kids are Great !!