Our little QOV group had the honor of presenting a quilt on Saturday morning. The state DAR (Daughters of American Revolution) group nominated this veteran because for the 40 plus years he has organized and volunteered in honor guards for military funerals and parades all over the state.
Four of us were part of this ceremony, held in Chamberlain which is about 60 miles from here. The audience was all of the participants at the state DAR convention, plus the state American Legion commander, and some of his family and friends. He received a standing ovation.
Since we were in Chamberlain and had to drive right by coming and going . . . we stopped to pay our respects to the Dignity statue on the eastern bluffs of the Missouri River. I never get tired of stopping here, as this is such a beautiful location and beautiful piece of art.
Love the statue. There was one section of QOV quilts at the Paducah show but I don't think I got a photo of any of them, I will look
ReplyDeleteSounds like a very deserved presentation. The statue is pretty impressive. The quilt she holds is impressive too!
ReplyDeleteThat statue is magnificent, sure glad we had the opportunity to visit it a couple years ago.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful to honor this veteran. Kudos to your small group for making it happen!
ReplyDeleteThank you for honoring a Veteran! Way to go!!
ReplyDeleteHow super cool!!!!
ReplyDeleteand what a honor to meet a man with that dedication to his service!!