Every year, each unit celebrates by throwing a formal ball. This year, though smaller and slightly less glitzy than the last one we attended, was no different. Think prom for Marines and their wives/girlfriends - a great excuse for everyone to dress up, and have a night out.
Just two of the great Marines present!
And their beautiful dates!
The night went on as expected - social hour followed by the opening ceremony: introductions, bringing in the colors/flags, a show by the Silent Drill Platoon (synchronized rifle tricks), the bringing in of the cake - with the customary passing of the pieces between the oldest and youngest Marines present, then a speech by the guest speaker. The guest speaker was a current, active General, he talked about each and every fight the Marines have been a part of, then went on to say that the force expands and contracts as necessary.... I really didn't think it was an appropriate time for a talk like that.... but he apparently did, and who can argue with a General. Then it was time for dinner.
And that was it. We didn't stay for the dancing portion - all of Chad's co-workers and friends had left right after dinner, so the evenings energy quickly deflated for us. All in all, I worked longer on my dress, hair and make-up, then we ended up staying at the ball.
I am hoping that next year the ball will be in town, somewhere with better food and where the guys can let loose a little more. But it was fun. A great excuse to get dressed up with my gorgeous husband, in his most classy uniform, and have a good night out.
Happy Birthday USMC! I thank you for everything you are and have done.
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