On Saturday, I had my official retirement ceremony from the Marine Corps. I wasn't going to go through the bother of having a ceremony, but my Commanding Officer encouraged me to do so. I'm so glad I did. It was a great way to end my 22+ years with the Marine Corps. Here are some snaps of the official ceremony.
The color guard
One platoon of Marines from Headquarters Company
"Person to be retired, front and center"
Making my remarks about what my career in the Marine Corps means to me.
Family photo - the ones who support me
The celebratory cake
Farewell Marine Corps. You will always be in my heart.
Wow! Pretty impressive. I'm glad your commanding officer encouraged you to have the ceremony. You deserve it. What a wonderful accomplishment. Thank you for your service! :)
Posted by: RC | Friday, August 17, 2012 at 15:26
Congratulations! You do deserve the honor, I'm glad you did the ceremony.
Boy are your boys TALL!
Posted by: Lorette | Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 14:59
Congratulations on your retirement and thanks so much for your service!
Posted by: Wool Winder | Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 08:29
After all those years, I am sure that was a very very poignant day for you....but what a lovely way to obtain the closure - you will always be glad you did it this way! Semper fi!
Posted by: danielle | Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 21:56
Congrats, and many thanks to you and your "support team" for the years of sacrifice and service.
Posted by: Channon | Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 19:54
Hearty congratulations on a successful career, and a great exit line!
Posted by: Barbara Seiver | Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 19:10
I'm glad you decided to go ahead with the ceremony. Your commitment to the Marines deserves celebration.
Wishing you all the best!
Posted by: Dee | Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 18:24
Congratulations!
Posted by: Teresa | Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 18:23
Im so happy that you went to the ceremony! The cake looks great. what flavor???
THank you Major for your long and devoted service to our country. You rock!
Posted by: kathy b | Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at 17:51