This post has absolutely nothing to do with real estate, but it is relevant to what is happening in the world today.  Whether or not you support the war in Iraq, I hope you support our troops.  Read on to see just what the heck I am talking about.

I had the honor and priviledge to be in attendance last Tuesday at two ceremonies that took place on McGuire AFB, NJ.  My brother-in-law, Rick Martin, has for two years been in command of the USAF 305th Air Mobility Command.  The job of the 305th is to support U.S. Air Force operations including transporting supplies, equpment and troops, combat support and humanitarian aid throughout the world.  Rick also took the lead in combining McGuire AFB, Lakehurst Naval Air Station and Fort Dix Army Post into onc unified, multi-service militar installation.  The first ceremony we attended was the change of command, during which Rick handed command of the 305th over to another officer.  The second ceremony was one during which Rick was promoted to the rank of Brigadier General.

Both ceremonies were extremely impressive.  What was impressive wasn't just the hundreds of family members, dignitaries and troops that were present, but the words that were spoken and the way the ceremonies were handled.  The officers and enlisted men and women who were present were truly some the best and brightest people in this great country.  These people take what they do very seriously.  Anyone who doesn't understand the role of the U.S. military should have been able to witness both events.  I would hope that even the people who are the most critical of our military would recognize the value of the troops and the jobs that they do.