Good times in Guam
Good morning from Guam, Broncos Country!
I have a few minutes of downtime this afternoon, so I wanted to write a brief blog entry to keep you posted on our travels.
We arrived in Guam on Jan. 24 and it has been a beautiful time and a rich experience. Guam is incredibly westernized and the people, tropical nature, and tone have all been so warm and welcoming.
Yesterday was the busiest day we have had yet. We were able to spend time with the Navy and Air Force men and women. Along our visits we spent time with so many different professions — among some of the things on the agenda we saw a dog-handler demonstration, and learned a little more about the Air Force. We also toured a “Stealth” B2 bomber — an experience, we are told, that many in the military never have the opportunity to do.
We hosted a youth cheerleading clinic, performed our show, and that evening spent time with all of the men and women at a Karaoke bar on base, and sang our hearts out!! It was fun to see all of the soldiers let their guard down a little bit and enjoy good company and a lot of bad voices.
Spending time learing more about individual professions is an honor. The Air Force has one of the most thrilling playgrounds in the world, and one of the pilots said this to me, “I fly all day, I do what I love, and I will serve this country until the day I die.”
“Until the day I die” … That is a dedication that can not be put into words. That is a profession that is not designed for all, but because these individuals are offering their gifts to the world around them, we have freedom!
I will write more later. I hope all is well in Colorado.
Many Blessings!
Keela
January 26th, 2008 at 1:18 am
Stealth bomber ?
Hell yeah !
January 27th, 2008 at 8:48 pm
Keela,
I can’t tell you how much it is appreciated that you take the time to recognize the men and women of our military. Having lived on Yokota AB, Japan for 3 years while I was active duty, I can tell you that it is something special when you not only get a taste of home, but also are visited by people who are interested AND understanding about the sacrifices you make.
It is wonderful that you are seeing first hand how our service members live and stand in honor of our country. The pilot who said “till the day I die”….speaks very clearly for those of us who feel the sense of duty that leads us to defend and support the fantastic nation that we live in.
Please be safe, have fun and continue to let us know how your trip is going……I’m sure you are bringing light to that part of the world as much as you do to our great city of Denver.
Yvonne Kessel
February 2nd, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Keela,
Our son Matt is in the Navy stationed in Japan aboard the USS Juneau and he was real pleased to meet your group recently. You all are doing a great service for the men and women of our armed services. It’s hard for them to be so far away from home and your efforts go a long way to get them away from the daily grind.
Matt sent us a picture of the five of you along with five of his friends in the control room of the ship. If you would like a copy (can’t send it in this reply tool), send me an address to email it to.
Thanks so much,
Ron
scubar1@earthlink.net