Veteran's Day

Today was Veteran's Day. I took Jackson and Ashton to the Parade downtown (pretty interesting people watching, FOR SURE!). It was nippy, but Jackson was so excited and WOULD NOT leave until the very end of the parade. It was very exciting to see the local high schools' JROTC groups, and the bands were fantastic. I always get a little choked up around Veteran's Day. It may be the MANY Veteran's Day programs I had to participate in (thanks to my mom and aunt--still in therapy for those!), or remembering my Grandfather, who was a World War II Veteran. Whatever it is, I can't describe how cool it was to see my 2 year old mesmerized by the military helicopter that flew overhead, or fiercely waving the flag he got from the parade. Thanks to our Veterans.

Watching the parade.
Jackson waiting for the parade to start. When he found out there were horses coming, he could hardly contain himself.

Waving the flag to the Veterans. It was really cool. During the parade, there were American flags handed out. Jackson LOVED them.

There are still some exceptionally nice people in this world. I was trying to keep Ashton warm, and couldn't give Jackson as much attention. There were two gracious ladies standing next to us, watching for their children who are in JROTC. They were so great to Jackson. They made sure he got flags and candy. I REALLY appreciated their help!

Again, the other super nice lady (I feel silly, I didn't get their names) helping Jackson get candy. She carried Jackson over to the other side of the street. They are in front of the local news ancher booth. The gentleman to the left is the Mayor of Reno, Bob Cashell, who was handing out candy.

He was sooo happy. Very cool Arabian horses.

An exceptionally tall Uncle Sam. The parade route was pretty long...I can't imagine!