The boys enjoyed it all - especially swimming in the pool on the roof of the hotel, eating breakfast at a huge McDonalds with escalators, taking taxi rides, seeing all the fire trucks, firefighters, bagpipes, etc., receiving their own kids version of the fire helmets, practicing saluting the flag and trying on Mitch's uniform hat. They did NOT enjoy the suddenly cold, windy weather that sprung upon us during the ceremony!
It was a really neat experience - especially being with Mitch and seeing the reverence with which the city of Chicago loves its firefighters! Free champagne toast at the Irish Pub, discounted flowers from the florist for the proposal, etc. They are truly seen as heroes. Now, we pray for safety and strength for Mitch as he starts his Chicago Fire career on Monday and as he and Paloma begin a life together. We were so glad to be there for his special day and are so proud of all he accomplished while at the Academy!
2 comments:
What a great post! The pics turned out great too!! Thanks again for making the trip, we were blessed to have you!
Such a wonderful show of love and support for your dear friend! Your boys will have their lives full of great Heroes in all these special un cles on Fire, Police and Military bases. More memory making in progress...Happy for you all. Love and miss you!
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