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A very inspriational day

#1 Postby azsnowman » Thu Apr 15, 2004 9:31 pm

WOW! Whatta day, haven't been home too long, myself, along with Michelle and 2 others from our SAR Unit, were asked if we would participate in the parade (of sorts) leading the 1404th Transportation Company BACK HOME 8-) Of course, we said "YES!" I had a lump in my throat the WHOLE time, seeing almost EVERY SINGLE person on the mountain (36,000+ residents) line the streets with banners, flags etc.....I've got some GREAT photos, I'll make an album tomorrow of the photos and post the link! We were dressed in our Dress Blues, what an HONOR THAT WAS! The NEATEST thing, a Apache Helicopter LEAD the troops into town, flying just above tree top level ahead of the 3 charter buses.......like I said, it was SUCH an honor bestowed upon us and our K9 Unit!

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#2 Postby azskyman » Thu Apr 15, 2004 9:39 pm

You are a true patriot Dennis, and the two of you are obviously known for your giving hearts and deep convictions. It does not surprise us at all that you would be asked to help lead their way back home.

Please give any of them that you know personally our thanks and gratitude. I'd look them in the eye and tell them thank you myself if I were there.

Steve and Kathy
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#3 Postby CajunMama » Thu Apr 15, 2004 9:56 pm

What an honor Dennis. As your troops come home, the Louisiana National Guard based here in Lafayette has just been called up. Godspeed to them all.
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#4 Postby weatherlover427 » Thu Apr 15, 2004 10:55 pm

Congrats to you and Michelle; and to the others from your unit. That is a true reason to be proud. In fact, you two are a reason to be proud. :) Keep up the awesome work.
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#5 Postby vbhoutex » Thu Apr 15, 2004 11:40 pm

:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy:

WHAT AN HONOR AND A WELL DESERVED ONE!!!!
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#6 Postby Lindaloo » Fri Apr 16, 2004 7:23 am

Hey Brother I bet you were very proud. What an honor to welcome them home. God Bless our Troops!!
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#7 Postby Stephanie » Fri Apr 16, 2004 7:38 am

WOW! I got chills reading that! What a well-deserved honor for the two of you!

I can't wait to see the pictures! :D
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#8 Postby Guest » Fri Apr 16, 2004 8:27 am

Dennis, I look forward to those photos, hombre. Here in Happy Valley, a contingent came home to Bellefonte, Pa a few weeks ago. Quite a happy sight.
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#9 Postby azsnowman » Fri Apr 16, 2004 12:32 pm

As promised, here they are!

http://community.webshots.com/album/134799784zklDnw


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#10 Postby Stephanie » Fri Apr 16, 2004 12:44 pm

Those were great Dennis! What a reception they received! :D
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#11 Postby furluvcats » Fri Apr 16, 2004 12:57 pm

What an honor Dennis and Michelle! Thanks so much for sharing and WELCOME HOME to the folks returning!
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#12 Postby azsnowman » Fri Apr 16, 2004 1:49 pm

I updated our website also, click on the "Salute to the 1404th" on the left hand side of the home page!

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#13 Postby vbhoutex » Fri Apr 16, 2004 1:54 pm

Dennis, thanks so much for sharing those pics!!! Makes me swell with pride and truthfully get a little teary eyed seeing them getting the WELCOME HOME they so richly deserve!!!!!
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#14 Postby weatherlover427 » Fri Apr 16, 2004 4:36 pm

I also got chills and a bit teary eyed looking at the pics. They made me think of my cousins who were over there (and had some VERY close calls :eek: ) during their stay. Those pictures are a true display of patriotism and they make me PROUD to Be an American! :)
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#15 Postby petal*pusher » Fri Apr 16, 2004 4:45 pm

Dennis....your excitement is contagous! Thanks much for sharing the pics!

Goosebumps and smiles here also!......p :wink:
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#16 Postby azsnowman » Fri Apr 16, 2004 6:01 pm

Thanks folks! Got to spend some time with a friend of mine (a member of the White Mountain Apache Tribe) today....he said they were UNDER fire NUMEROUS times on their way into Baghdad, said he prayed like NEVER before, poor guy, I can see he's gonna have some problems down the road, Delayed Stress Syndrome I'm afraid :(

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