That's the nickname given to Jason's new rank insignia-- the double silver bar. He is now a Lieutenant in the NAVY! These pictures are from his promotion ceremony held at North Lake on the Submarine Base. He wanted to have the ceremony somewhere on base because his Grandpa Lloyd trained at this very base back in the 1940s. He later served as a torpedoman on the USS Paddle. Since it will likely be the last promotion of his Navy career, it was memorable to be in a location with such significance.
Always a speech...
Evelyn was sleeping soundly in the car (50 meters away with the windows cracked and a nice breeze blowing through) so she is not in any of the pictures. She sure looked cute though.We had a nice luncheon for those who attended the ceremony in lieu of the traditional "wetting down". I was flattered the next day when the Commanding Officer of the base told Jason he wanted to demote him in order to re-promote him so that we could have another luncheon. He really enjoyed my food, I guess! Encouraging...especially after the hard work, intimidation, and broken fridge that went along with the preparation.
Jen Ekberg, the wife of Lieutenant Commander Ekberg who did the actual promotion, gave me this little bee. The wives of Seabees always give each other bee gifts and acquire large bee collections over the years. I probably won't end up with many, but this one meant a lot to me being my first one.
Jen Ekberg, the wife of Lieutenant Commander Ekberg who did the actual promotion, gave me this little bee. The wives of Seabees always give each other bee gifts and acquire large bee collections over the years. I probably won't end up with many, but this one meant a lot to me being my first one.
Congratulations Lieutenant Lloyd,
you are my hero.
10 comments:
These are such great pictures!! What a neat day for your family. And congrats on the successful luncheon :)
I love the idea of the bee presents.
That is so awesome! love both of your new "awards"
This is a really sweet post. I was thinking as I was looking through the pictures..."Awww Carrie looks so cute...oh, and Jason looks so good lookin in his uniform ;)" What a cute family! Congratulations!
That is awesome!
Side note:
I can not believe it has almost been a year since you had Evelyn. Seems like yesterday.
Congratulations, Jason! You'll have to give me the recipe of what you made--it sounds like it was a hit!
How exciting! Congratulations...and can't wait to see and taste all of those well-praised recipes you made!
Wow, Congratulations. You two are really fantastic!
I'm with Ashley, a beautiful family!
I really have no idea what ranks mean what and all that, but yay for Jason! I guess I should since my big bro is in it, bad sister. What a fun post.
How cool is that? Congrats LT! And good job on the luncheon, Carrie!
These pictures are so romantic! Strong soldier with his beautiful wife and precious children! Picture perfect! Congrats to the new LT.
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