Back in April I did a post about the special ceremony and plaque that we were planning for the Mt. Soledad Veterans Memorial. Saturday was the day we were finally able to get everyone in town and have the ceremony. Tyler and I were both amazed that so many people were able to attend, it really made the whole thing very special.
Tyler and Grandpa
Laurel and Barry put together an amazing program. We had a retired Lt. Colonel speak to us, and then Aunt Sandy told a little about Grandpa and shared a beautiful poem. After that, Tyler spoke for a few minutes and then was able to present Grandpa with his prisioner of war medal, which is had received before but was never official given. We thought this was a great opportunity to finally present it to him. Then we were honored to hear from Grandpa, who gave an inspiring talk, he truly is one of the greats.
Tyler pinning on the POW medal.
Tyler presenting the flag to Grandpa.
The family pitched in and got this amazing flag case as a surprise for Grandpa. 
The actual plaque on the memorial.
Grandma, Tyler, Kathy and Grandpa
Our whole family (except the neices)
4 comments:
How wonderful that so much of your family was able to come, what a memorable weekend for your family!
That was a perfect weekend! We had so much fun and it was so good to see you guys. Bridger misses you already. Your blog is so cute, by the way!
That looks like a fun weekend and a great way to celebrate Grandpa Smith.
That seriously is the coolest thing ever! What an amazing experience for your grandpa!
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