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So today I got the chance to witness something very cool. On my break from ground school I was outside, and saw some military representatives pull up in their vehicles. Shortly after a jet landed and it had the words Battle Ground Arizona painted on it. The crazy thing was when they landed the airport fire department was waiting on the plane’s arrival so they could spray the entire plane down with water.
Now never seeing something like this, I had never heard of a water salute. Apparently one of the Captains aboard was retiring and they paid respects by spraying water on the airplane and sounding their sirens. It was pretty cool, I thought it was because they had a fire or some type of emergency.
Anyway the pictures I’ve posted are the military troops getting off the airplane, and lining up in a formation while marching off.
It’s good to see them home safe and sound. Thank you for your services I know I couldnt do it.
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Isn’t it wonderful what the soldiers do for us. And I am extra proud that you recognize it. It won’t be long before Dakota will be among them. He is supposed to be deported sometime in February.
Comment by Nonie August 16, 2008 @ 8:46 amYou are doing a great job of keeping us updated. I am so relieved that you are feeling better and also glad you stuck it out.
Love you
Nonie
I’m glad I didn’t throw in the towel either. It was all new stuff and just took some time to get use to. I do apologize for the pictures not being of great quality. If I had a digital camera other then my cell phone it would probably look better.
Comment by jlenhart August 16, 2008 @ 12:56 pm