Day 131 - Change of Command

May 11

Another day.... but a BIG important day! Dave had his Change of Command ceremony today. He is officially the new Commander of the 650th Brigade in Las Vegas, Nevada.

All the troops stand at attention. After the opening prayer and National Anthem the ceremony begins. The out-going Commander, the in-coming Commander, and the General all give a speech. By the way, Dave's was very good! The Master Sgt. passes the flag to the out-going Commander, and the out-going Commander passes the flag to the General, the General then hands off the flag to the new Commander (Col Daniels), signifying the transfer of command.

Dave is the "top dog" now! He's the boss! You can compare it to as if he were the commander of the whole of Hill Air Force Base. I'm so proud of him!

Tradition has it that the out-going Commander's wife receive a half dozen red roses. The in-coming Commander's wife (me) receives a half dozen yellow roses. This is the second time I have gone through this. Col Daniels treated everyone to a cake (that says welcome Col and Mrs. Daniels!) and fruit drink after the Change of Command Ceremony. I love the army. They are like instant family everywhere yo go! This was a very good day!