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13 November 2010

The Marine Corps Ball

Last night, we enjoyed an evening the ambassador's garden celebrating the 235th birthday of the US Marine Corps. The evening began with a cocktail hour, followed by an excellent program ("March on the cake!" is Aaron's favorite line.) Dinner and dancing and LOTS of picture taking followed.

Our detachment commander, his wife Amanda, and three of our Marines, Corporal Soper, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Kristopik. I know they have first names but can never remember what they are.



One table, with a black cloth, is always set in honor of the POW/MIA Marines.





The ambassador's yard looked quite festive.



Us











Our Marines and embassy charge d'affaires Carol Kalin










March on the cake! It's a strange but moving tradition.














Aaron's colleague is finally here! Jim and his wife, Norie





Corporal Soper and Eleanor, our computer guru





Tyler (left) is Nick's baseball coach. Sergeant Wilson was the main organizer

of the Ball and was very satisfied with the results.






With Sarah, the protocol officer









Poor Genia was trying to get a good picture with the Marines but gave up!

They're a rowdy bunch.





Julie and friend Katie






Quite a change from our stiff and formal photos at the Tunis Marine Ball.

Corporal Soper (right) is holding Aaron's new colleague, Jim (the poor guy

just got here 3 days before and had no idea what to expect)









Trying again to get a serious picture with the Marines.





Getting the dancing started.






Julie with Nurse Joan.





The dance floor was kind of small, but full








Just tired of smiling.























2 comments:

Jen said...

Love the dress and you look fabulous! So can't wait to get out again and have a ball to attend....glad you guys had a great time!

Just US said...

You look beautiful! I love your dress!