So even though the official date was 1 September, Bill had his retirement ceremony on June 1st.  It was a day that seemed like we had waiting for since he actually decided to retire.  My parents and Bill’s mom came out to be here for Bill’s big day.   It was a low key ceremony. Bill isn’t a fussy guy so nothing fancy.  The squadron commander had a lot of nice things to say about Bill. It was really nice to hear all of his accomplishments and also hear some stories that I don’t remember ever being told.  Bill gave the boys and my dad a squadron coin and his mom and my mom flowers for all of the support they have given him.  As an Air Force spouse, I received a certificate of recognition for all that military spouses do. I also received yellow roses. Maybe I wasn’t suppose to do this, but I requested yellow roses because my mom received yellow roses when my dad retired from the Air Force.  My mom was my example as a military spouse. She dealt with a lot and did it all without ever being upset that my dad was away because she understood the importance of his job and his duty to the country.  I am so proud of Bill.  All he ever wanted to do was fly and he achieved that dream.  Bill is a modest guy. If someone came up to tell him thank you for his service, he would always say your welcome, but I know he felt kind of awkward accepting their thanks.  Well I want to thank him for his service to our country.  He deserves it.

*This post is long overdue.  I am slowly catching up so stay tuned for more adventures.