Last Wednesday was my brother's farewell ceremony. He is in the Kansas National Guard and is on the road to Africa in Djibouti. I know where he is going is safer than Afghanistan or Iraq, but I am still worried about his safe return. He proposed to his girlfriend the weekend prior and she said yes :) I am so incredibly happy for both of them. The farewell ceremony was very emotional for me and the rest of my family (his family), but it didn't hit me until after I was on my way home. I stayed strong for him and didn't cry in front of him, I only wanted to make him smile and laugh. I am going to miss my brother, a year is a long time but I hope it flies by fast. God speed Matthew, God speed.
Proud sister!
My brother and his new fiancée, Ashley!
Part of the Legion Motorcycles
One of their last hugs
I love this picture
I wanted to make him smile before he left
I'm going to miss you
Very emotional goodbye
Final hug
One of many...
Heroes fighting and protecting our country
GOD BLESS AMERICA. Thank you to all the soldiers and their families who sacrifice so much, so that we may live in freedom!
Kat
