The awards ceremony in Killeen was absolutely unbelievable and the chance to meet SSG Michael Ellis and the other soldiers was so moving and memorable to me and the other Angels who attended. Michael gave each of us our long awaited hugs and then proceed to escort us to our seats front and center. We were one of 3 groups recognized as volunteer supporters and even the Battalion Commander, LTC Leafaina Yahn mentioned us in her speech.
We watched many of the soldiers receive awards as in the photo of Michael receiving the Bronze Star Medal in one of the pics. We were given a wonderfully framed award that is breathtakingly beautiful and certificates for the Angels that supported Michael's company while they were deployed.
Thank you Paula Hollis, Virginia Kittredge, Shelley Latta, Rick and Debbie Ranspot for attending with me.