These pictures were taken during his retirement ceremony in Virginia. It was a very nice ceremony. The most touching part of it all was during the flag pass where his subordinates slowly pass the flag while playing a very solemn song. When the flag reaches him - he salutes, faces my mom, kneels and hands her the flag. We were also presented a bouquet of flowers being part of the immediate family. On his exit march we walked down the aisle behind him while officers had swords crossed above us and a bell ringing indicated his exit from the military.
The shadow box where he stands next to was hand crafted solely by him. Usually shadow boxes are made by the Navy for the retiree but he decided to do it himself. It took him weeks to build those model ships, detailing every single thing. He is holding a sword which was given to him in special honor of his outstanding service. My brother... my idol.
Materials:
Paper and embellishments - the Paper Studio
US Navy stickers - K&Company
Cardstock - Bazzill
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