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National Guard Troops Return to a Heroes Welcome
| Wednesday, March 31, 2010 |
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The excitement grew
as members of the
Patriot Guards stood,
lining both sides
of the driveway with
American flags |
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Yesterday, I had the opportunity to experience the most heart-wrenching and fun day that I have ever had. I was asked to help with hosting the dismissal of 84 soldiers of the 1st Battalion, 151st Field Artillery, Minnesota Army National Guard that are with the Anoka, MN unit.
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Once the soldiers entered Minnesota on their journey from Fort McCoy in Wisconsin,
they were escorted by police vehicles from every city they
passed through to Ramsey and the Lord of Life Church parking lot. |
These soldiers had been stationed in Iraq for the last year and were transported by bus from Fort McCoy in Wisconsin.
We were all waiting for their return at the Lord of Life Church parking lot in Ramsey, MN.
Our reception was as much for the families of the returning soldiers as for the soldiers themselves.
We were able to have refreshments donated by local businesses available for the soldiers and their families. |
| This was without a doubt the largest American flag I have ever seen. |
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I met a father who was so excited his son was coming home that his hands were shaking and he could barely talk. I also met a woman whose son had died in Iraq a year ago. She felt it was her calling to be there to greet the soldiers coming home. I have never been more emotional than when the soldiers exited the buses and reunited with their loved ones. |
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A beautiful gift of
a flowering hydrangea
plant was given
to each family. |
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I'm very thankful that I had the opportunity to assist with their homecoming and experience this joyous occasion. We had a chance to show our appreciation for their sacrifice for us and our nation.
God Bless the USA! |
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