Thank you. My wife took that while I was handed my father's flag. It was the most moving ceremony I've ever attended. All the people at the VA were amazing for us, and I'll never forget it. Two years of walking the grounds, and visiting with my dad. I recall a specific story. While speaking with my father's doctor, he walked off to go visit the bathroom. I lost track of him, and walked into a very large room filled with veterans. A moment later, a gentlemen spoke up and asked if I was looking for my father. He smiled and pointed me in the right direction. They always take care of one another. I thought that was amazing. (One of many stories).
Another if I may share. The night before my father passed away, I was not in a good way, and as I walked down the hallway with my head a bit low, I heard some small footsteps behind me closing fast, and suddenly a little girl grabs my hand and looks up at me. I manage to say "Are you going to be my wing man?" and she nodded 'yes'.. as her parents rush up and start apologizing for the bother. I said, it's the best thing to happen to me in a long time, and I smiled and exited to the lot.
