It is November 11 and once again, another Veterans Day is upon us. It is a day to remember the amazing men and women who had dedicated themselves to keep our country safe.
As Danvers always does, they hosted an amazing ceremony at Danvers High School. There was a fabulous speech by a Danvers veteran, a variety of songs and performances, a color guard, two invocations, other speeches and of course, an amazing MC in Dick Moody who always does a fabulous job. Although this turned out to be his send off - he will be missed - he captured the spirit and importance of the day.
Kiff performed at the ceremony as he has the past three years. He played the Armed Forces Medley which is always a powerful song, particularly when the veterans for each branch stand for their song. One of the veterans has just turned 100 and served in WW II. Amazing!!!
We moved outside where the Danvers Minutemen performed a short ceremony. Tony, who is a navy veteran, and I placed a flag in the wreath that the Scouts will post in honor of veterans. Then, Kiff played Taps outside, which to me is one of the most somber and impactful moments of the ceremony. He did an amazing job in his Veterans Day swan song as well.
Following the ceremony, a bagpipe serenaded us outside. Then, we took Tony out to lunch at the 99.
Overall, such a memorable day. Thank you to all the veterans who have served.
