A while back I signed up on the Patriot Guard Riders *webpage because I believe in what they do and thought it was something I'd like to be a part of. Well, today I participated in my first ride and I couldn't have picked a better day for it. Instead of paying respects to a fallen hero, we provided an escort for one of the members daughters as she prepared to ship out for the Air Force. ** There were about 25 of us that took part in this and it was a really enjoyable experience - the weather was great, not hot or humid plus the route we took was all back roads through the country side. Something she is going to remember for a long time to come. Plus, showing up to the hotel where a group of other recruits were milling about with an escort of a bunch of bikers...well that's one way to make an impression!! :)
I do plan on taking part in future missions, but I'm glad that my first was a positive one. (Tiff, why does it seem like it's 'firsts' post week?) Sorry, no pictures from this ride but we were riding in a pretty close formation and I didn't want to hear Michele ask about if my photography technique was safe or not.
* Amalgamation - What the heck is this? I looked it up in Websters and while I understand the thought behind what they want to say, I think I could have come up with a different word. Just me...
** Normally I'd jump all over a chance to pick on the Air Force, but as I welcome a sister into my military, well this just isn't the time. She has made a choice to serve our country and for that she deserves all of our respect.
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Memories... :D
That's a sweet thing that you guys did!! What an awesome memory for her.
That's really nice:)
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